1 Monster Opportunity in the Global Chip Shortage
The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a global chip shortage in 2020 as increased demand for tech strained an already burdened industry. Semiconductor chips are crucial components for consumer electronics such as smartphones, computers, and cars, where they are necessary for everything from power steering to entertainment systems. As a result, chip demand has soared in recent years, and the pandemic pushed the market over the edge.
The shortage began easing in the second half of 2022 as high inflation led to decreasing tech sales, which helped shift the supply-and-demand situation closer to balance. However, the shortage of automotive chips continues, and is unlikely to improve until 2024, according to research from J.P. Morgan.
As one of the world's leading semiconductor companies, Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) was hit hard first by the shortage and then by the decrease in demand. The company's stock price fell by 55% in 2022. However, AMD continues to have an excellent long-term outlook, and at this point, its stock presents a monster opportunity for investors.
Source Fool.com
