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VanEck Semiconductor ETF Rises 1.56% as Chip Stocks Continue Monthly Surge

SMH extended its gains on October 2, 2026, building on a strong 30-day rally that has pushed the fund up more than 13%.

By Love Wallet · October 2, 2026

VanEck Semiconductor ETF Rises 1.56% as Chip Stocks Continue Monthly Surge
Price
$617.97
24h
+1.56%
1 week
+2.89%
1 month
+13.32%

The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) gained 1.56% on October 2, 2026, closing at $617.97 as semiconductor-focused equities continued to attract buying interest across the session.

The fund's momentum has been consistent across multiple timeframes. Over the past seven days, SMH advanced 2.89%, while its 30-day gain reached 13.32%, reflecting a sustained period of strength in the semiconductor segment of the market.

SMH tracks a broad basket of semiconductor companies, giving investors exposure to the chip industry's performance without concentrating in a single stock. The ETF's price action over the past month suggests persistent demand for semiconductor exposure.

No market capitalization figure was available for the fund at the time of this report.

Market data is provided for informational purposes only and may be delayed. Nothing in this article is financial advice.

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