Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-11-03 03:11Core Viewpoint - The semiconductor sector, particularly the related ETFs, is experiencing significant fluctuations, with a notable decline in the semiconductor materials and equipment index, while also witnessing growth in ETF scale due to increased demand for AI-related chips [1][2]. Group 1: Market Performance - The Shanghai Stock Exchange's semiconductor materials and equipment index fell by 4.14% as of November 3, 2025, with leading stocks like Huafeng Measurement Control down by 9.15% [1]. - The Kexin Semiconductor ETF (588170) decreased by 4.32%, with the latest price at 1.35 yuan [1]. - The ETF recorded a turnover rate of 7.74% during the trading session, with a transaction volume of 295 million yuan [1]. Group 2: Recent Developments - The Kexin Semiconductor ETF (588170) saw a scale increase of 370 million yuan over the past two weeks, indicating significant growth [2]. - Nvidia announced plans to supply over 260,000 advanced AI chips to the South Korean government and major corporations during the APEC meeting, with significant investments in AI infrastructure [2]. - Samsung and SK Hynix raised DRAM and NAND flash memory prices by up to 30%, driven by concerns over DRAM shortages and the ongoing AI semiconductor supercycle [2]. Group 3: Industry Insights - The Kexin Semiconductor ETF (588170) and its linked funds focus on semiconductor equipment (61%) and materials (23%), highlighting the importance of domestic substitution in the semiconductor sector [3]. - The semiconductor materials ETF (562590) also emphasizes the upstream semiconductor industry, which is expected to benefit from the AI revolution and ongoing technological advancements [3].