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Pathikrit Bose

As SOX Crosses 10,000 for the First Time, Atomera and GCT Semiconductor Are the 2 Top-Rated Chip Stocks to Buy Now

Dismissing all the talk of a bubble and fears around huge capex, shares of one of the most popular and widely owned semiconductor indices recently crossed all-time highs. The PHLX Semiconductor Index ($SOX) closed above 10,500 on Friday—a level never seen before. Continued high and sustainable demand, along with tight supply, is contributing to this searing rally. This has been validated in a study by consulting major McKinsey, which has estimated that the value of the global semiconductor industry is set to exceed $1.5 trillion by 2030.

Now, there are numerous ways to benefit from this trend. While the usual suspects, such as Nvidia (NVDA) and AMD (AMD), are well-known, the world of semiconductor stocks goes much beyond these limited names. Thus, here are a couple of names from the sector that are quickly becoming the Street's favorites. What works for them and what doesn't? Let's find out.

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