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AMD's Next Move: Rise or Fall?
Can AMD reclaim its AI momentum?
Early Bird Prime for June 1, 2025
Advanced Micro Devices $AMD ( ▼ 2.04% ) is the semiconductor superstar that danced its way into the limelight during the AI fiesta of 2023 and 2024. But in 2025, it seems the music has slowed, and AMD's stock is down 8.21%.
What happened? Well, it turns out that disappointing AI and data center growth, analyst downgrades, and a general semiconductor industry pullback have all conspired to rain on AMD's parade.
We covered AMD in April and its disappointing start to the year. But now there have been new developments in recent weeks, including AMD’s financial earnings in early May, updates in the trade war, and a new upgrade from an analyst this week.
HSBC upgraded AMD this week to a "Hold" from a "Reduce" with a price target of $100, up from $75. Why the sudden change of heart? A recent Saudi Arabia deal and some tariff de-escalation have given AMD a much-needed boost.
With AMD's stock taking a bit of a nosedive, some investors might see this as the time to buy. After all, there's expanding demand in the data center and AI markets, and whispers of anticipated tax reductions and regulatory easing could give semiconductor stocks a nice little nudge.
And let's not forget AMD’s upcoming Advancing AI event on June 12. Could this be the catalyst that sends AMD's stock soaring?
Should you buy AMD's stock now in 2025, or should you avoid the stock? Here’s the answer:
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