SMH is trading 2.3% higher in pre-market action as semiconductor names benefit from renewed enthusiasm for long-term AI infrastructure spending and a broader risk-on move in Nasdaq futures.

  • The sector is recovering from recent volatility driven by trade tariffs and concerns regarding AI capital expenditure.
  • Investors are refocusing on massive data center build-out demand that supports chip and equipment makers across the entire stack.
  • The rebound follows several consecutive down sessions, signaling a shift in sentiment toward long-term growth drivers in the semiconductor space.