Applied Materials stock jumps near 52-week high as chip toolmakers rally ahead of Nvidia earnings
Applied Materials shares rose 3.6% to $391.61 by late morning, trading near a 52-week high ahead of Nvidia’s earnings. Director Judy Bruner sold 3,969 shares on Feb. 23 at prices around $376–$378, according to a regulatory filing. Lam Research and KLA also gained as investors watched for signs of continued AI-driven demand in the chip sector.