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AI-driven semiconductor trade turns more volatile for hedge funds

Hedge funds and institutional investors are reassessing a crowded AI theme as volatility rises in the semiconductor trade that has led equity markets this year.

A report highlighted how the AI-driven semiconductor trade, which has been a dominant theme in equity markets this year, has moved into a more volatile phase.

According to Bloomberg, as cited by Hedgeweek, the shift in market conditions is prompting hedge funds and other institutional investors to reassess their positioning in one of the most crowded AI-linked trades.

The move suggests investors are reducing or reconsidering exposure to a theme that has become heavily concentrated, as volatility increases around semiconductor equities tied to AI demand.

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