CHPX is trading 1.6% up now at $96.65 after a stronger semiconductor-sector rally linked to Huawei’s accelerated Ascend AI-chip roadmap.

  • Huawei moved Ascend 960DT launch to the first quarter of 2027, three quarters earlier than planned; its Ascend 960PR is scheduled for the third quarter.
  • Reuters and Bloomberg reported the development as part of Huawei’s push to challenge Nvidia, supporting broader AI-chip sentiment.