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AI Chip Demand Soars, Stocks Surge Amid Energy Limits

7/12/2026

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U.S. AI chip executives claim demand is “almost unlimited” as stock volatility spikes, testing Nvidia’s credibility.
Pat Gelsinger says energy availability limits AI demand, while Andrew Feldman says compute demand far exceeds capacity.
Michael Hurlston reports Lumentum’s photonics products are booked five years out and notes its stock rose about 600%, while Samsung shares fell after forecasting a profit surge.

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U.S. AI chip executives claim demand is “almost unlimited” as stock volatility spikes, testing Nvidia’s credibility.
Pat Gelsinger says energy availability limits AI demand, while Andrew Feldman says compute demand far exceeds capacity.
Michael Hurlston reports Lumentum’s photonics products are booked five years out and notes its stock rose about 600%, while Samsung shares fell after forecasting a profit surge.