Semiconductor Giant Broadcom Faces Divergent Investor Sentiment

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The technology sector witnessed significant pressure on Friday as infrastructure stocks tied to artificial intelligence experienced a broad selloff. Within this downturn, semiconductor leader Broadcom found itself caught in the market crosscurrents, with conflicting signals emerging from major financial institutions and corporate leadership.

While retail investors exhibited caution amid the sector-wide decline, institutional players demonstrated strong conviction. Recent regulatory filings reveal substantial positions established during the period of market softness. ABN AMRO Bank emerged as a particularly aggressive buyer, allocating approximately $165.6 million to establish Broadcom as one of its core holdings.