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Markets Weigh Next Phase of AI Trade | Open Interest 6/24/2026
Get a jump start on the US trading day with Matt Miller and Dani Burger on "Bloomberg Open Interest." The AI trade faces its next big test as Micron takes the earnings spotlight. Meanwhile, South Korea's SK Hynix pursues a landmark US listing to help
Editor's take
Micron's upcoming earnings report is poised to be a critical indicator for the ongoing AI hardware cycle, potentially signaling investor sentiment beyond the current enthusiasm for generative AI infrastructure.
This focus on memory manufacturers like Micron, alongside the news of SK Hynix exploring a US listing, underscores the foundational role of semiconductor supply chains in enabling AI progress. Investors are now scrutinizing the demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) and other components, which are essential for advanced AI accelerators from companies like Nvidia. The performance of these hardware providers will directly influence the perceived sustainability of the AI investment boom.
The market will be watching for any divergence between the demand for cutting-edge AI chips and the broader semiconductor market. Signs of softening demand for less advanced memory, or any indication of inventory build-up, could suggest a plateauing of the current AI hardware expansion. Conversely, strong guidance and continued robust order books for HBM would validate the sustained, high-growth trajectory of AI development.
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