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AEX Index closes at 1,134.73, down 0.1% amid semiconductor sector concerns
The AEX Index closed at 1,134.73 on October 13, 2026, a slight decline of 0.1%. The semiconductor sector faced pressure due to worries over Chinese competition and AI investment funding, leading to declines in major chip stocks. However, DSM-Firmenich's strong performance helped offset some of the losses.
Key points
- Semiconductor stocks like ASML, ASM International, and BE Semiconductor Industries declined up to 3% amid concerns over Chinese competition and AI investment funding.
- DSM-Firmenich's shares rose 3.8%, leading the gainers on the index.
- The AEX Volatility Index remained unchanged at 21.09, indicating stable investor sentiment despite the day's fluctuations.
Sources
- AEX schließt nach Chip-Verkäufen 0,1 Prozent tieferAD HOC NEWS · October 13, 2026
- AEX sluit nipt boven 1100 punten, chipfondsen bij stijgersHeadliner · September 17, 2026
- AEX sluit op nieuw record, ArcelorMittal uitblinker na koopadviesReformatorisch Dagblad · October 9, 2026
- AEX Gains 1.28% as Semiconductor Stocks RallyTrustFinance News · October 2, 2026
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