Chip stocks are experiencing a significant relief rally today after a prolonged period of selling. The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) bounced off its 200-day moving average, a key technical support level, suggesting a pause in the recent downturn. [1, 5] Positive company-specific news is also contributing to the upward momentum, with BE Semiconductor shares surging after Applied Materials increased its stake. [2, 3] This follows a strong overnight session for Asian chipmakers like Samsung and SK Hynix. [7, 11]