Are Hedge Funds Taking Profits On Tech? June Sell-Off Is Biggest In Years
Portfolio Pulse from Hayden Buckfire
Hedge funds have been selling US tech stocks at the fastest pace in seven years, particularly semiconductor, software, and internet stocks. This sell-off in June 2024 follows a significant rally in the tech sector, which has driven the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) to all-time highs. The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) has also seen substantial gains, despite the recent drawdown.
July 03, 2024 | 4:46 pm
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The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) has gained over 36% in 2024, nearing all-time highs. Despite this, the recent hedge fund sell-off in semiconductor stocks could lead to short-term volatility.
SOXX has performed well in 2024, but the significant sell-off by hedge funds in semiconductor stocks could result in short-term price volatility.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 85
RELEVANCE 70
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The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) has reached all-time highs in 2024, driven by a rally in tech stocks. However, a significant sell-off by hedge funds in June 2024 could indicate a potential top for the tech sector.
The SPY's performance is heavily influenced by the tech sector, which has seen a significant sell-off by hedge funds. This could lead to a short-term decline in SPY's price.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 80