Why The iShares Semiconductor ETF Soared 112.8% In The First Half of 2026

The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) surged 112.8% in the first half of 2026, driven by strong AI infrastructure demand and memory chip shortages. Key gainers include Micron Technology (up 314% YTD) and Intel, alongside Nvidia. However, the article cautions that semiconductors are cyclical and investors should avoid piling in after such massive gains.