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Sierra Bancorp Edges Toward High After Insider Sale

Sierra Bancorp closed Friday at $38.19, down 0.8% but up 2.5% for the week, after CFO Christopher G. Treece sold 10,000 shares at $38.18 following an options exercise. The company reported Q1 net income of $12.5 million, up from $9.1 million a year earlier. U.S. markets are closed Monday for Memorial Day.

May 24, 2026

Global X Semiconductor ETF Surges 148% on AI, EV and Tech Demand
May 29, 2026, 9:10 PM EDT. The Global X Semiconductor ETF (ASX: SEMI) has surged 148% over the past 12 months, driven by rising demand for chips essential to AI, cloud computing, electric vehicles and more. The ETF tracks 30 top global semiconductor firms, including Nvidia, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, ASML and Broadcom, which supply critical technology for AI systems and advanced manufacturing. Semiconductors act as the 'brains' powering modern devices, vital for AI training and automation. Analysts say growth catalysts are likely to persist as AI adoption expands and digital infrastructure strengthens. The ETF offers diversified exposure across the global semiconductor supply chain, making it a compelling option for investors seeking access to this strategic sector.