Intel nears ATH despite sector-wide profit-taking
After a record-breaking quarter for the semiconductor industry, investors are gradually shifting their focus from growth to valuation risks. The key question now is whether Intel can climb back to a new all-time high.
Profit-taking has weighed on the semiconductor sector following an exceptional quarterly rally. Despite Micron's record earnings, investors began trimming positions across the chip industry, including Intel, as concerns grew that much of the positive outlook had already been priced in.
However, after a sharp selloff early in the June 29 trading session, Intel shares staged a strong recovery and closed the day up approximately 3.8%.
At the same time, the semiconductor sector is wrapping up its strongest quarter on record. According to Bloomberg, the industry's latest rally is the largest since the late 1990s.
Historically, such exceptionally strong quarters have often been followed by slower growth or a market correction, as investors lock in profits after a prolonged rally. As a result, volatility could increase noticeably over the coming months.
Intel approaches a key resistance test
Following a sharp intraday shakeout, Intel shares recovered and reclaimed the $126.60 support level, preserving the stock's bullish structure.
If the stock opens the regular trading session above $132.75, the probability of a move toward a new all-time high will increase significantly.
Otherwise, the $132.75 resistance level is likely to remain a major obstacle, raising the possibility of another test of the $126.60 support.
These two levels are expected to define Intel's medium-term price action ahead of the company's quarterly earnings report on July 23.
Intel earnings could trigger another sell-the-news move
Ongoing Intel's earnings report will reveal whether the company's transformation strategy is beginning to translate into stronger financial performance.
However, given the semiconductor sector's record-breaking quarter, even a strong earnings report could trigger another sell-the-news reaction if investors once again choose to lock in profits.
Market participants should be prepared for elevated volatility in the months ahead.
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