Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) saw its stock soar 6.28% during intraday trading on Wednesday, outperforming the broader market. The surge came as the semiconductor sector bucked the overall trend to rise.
According to reports, several semiconductor companies witnessed significant gains, with Hua Hong Semiconductor surging over 10%, Solomon Systech and Shanghai Fudan rising over 6%, and Innoscience climbing 3%. SMIC, one of the leading players in the industry, benefited from this sector-wide strength.
The robust performance of the semiconductor sector suggests that investors are optimistic about the industry's prospects, potentially driven by factors such as growing demand for chips, technological advancements, or favorable market conditions. However, the specific reasons behind SMIC's substantial intraday surge remain unclear from the available information.