The US imposed a 39% tariff on imported gold bars, sparking a rally in gold stocks, with Lao Feng Xiang rising nearly 4% again. The semiconductor sector was dragged down by SMIC's Q2 net profit plunging 19%, with most stocks falling.
Hot trading industry trends on August 7 and related Hong Kong semiconductor stocks. Hong Kong semiconductor stocks opened lower in early trading but then surged strongly, with Innoscience gaining over 11%, and industry leader SMIC rising over 3%. Core logic: On the news front, on August 1, Innoscience officially responded to rumors of collaboration with NVIDIA. The announcement stated that the company has recently partnered with global AI technology leader NVIDIA to jointly promote the large-scale implementation of the 800VDC (800-volt direct current) power architecture in AI data centers. Clear signals of a cyclical bottom: Global semiconductor inventory reduction is nearing its end...
The three major Hong Kong stock indices collectively retreated. WuXi AppTec's performance ignited the CRO sector, while tech stocks faced pressure, dragging down the indices.