Needham sees mature node semiconductor strength in latest tracker
Needham's 33rd Semicap Tracker shows global semiconductor sales grew 7.49% YoY in June, the highest since 1984. Silicon MSI increased 7% YoY and 9% QoQ in Q2 2026. DDR5 DRAM spot prices hit all-time highs in August. Lam Research (LRCX) outperformed Applied Materials (AMAT) and KLA Corporation (KLAC) due to NAND price recovery. Needham maintains Buy ratings on several semiconductor companies.


