SOXS is trading at $39.07 (-5.83%), as semiconductor stocks extend their September 18 rebound.

  • Semiconductor-focused SMH is up 2.21%; Broadcom and AMD gain 2.97% and 2.70%, respectively, pressuring the inverse ETF.
  • U.S. futures are higher and Asian equities strengthened; constructive U.S.-China trade and AI discussions are encouraging technology demand.
  • Falling oil prices are easing macro pressure on growth stocks.