Applied Materials led a chip-equipment rebound, implying stronger orders for its tools. Rising bond yields could slow spending, but the equipment bounce dominates here.
Stronger demand for chip equipment supports Applied Materials' sales and bookings for coming quarters. Rising Treasury yields and weaker broad indexes could slow spending, but the article points to a clear equipment-led rebound.
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