SOXX is trading at $501.99, down 1.64% in after-hours trading as Lam Research’s post-results decline weighed on semiconductor-equipment sentiment. - Lam Research shares fell about 6% despite beating estimates. - Texas Instruments reported stronger-than-expected results and upbeat guidance, offering a countervailing positive signal. - Earlier on October 21, chip stocks rallied amid optimism after SpaceX results and Super Micro’s raised revenue outlook, contrasting with SOXX’s supplied after-hours drop.