Nova is trading 4.1% down at $385.81 as semiconductor stocks continue to slide following worries about AI capex returns and rising Chinese competition.
- The move follows a 6.2% drop on July 28, 2026, as broader market sentiment remains bearish for the chipmaking industry.
- Sector-wide pressure is reflected in the SOXX ETF, indicating that Nova is trading lower in tandem with the industry rather than on any new company-specific catalysts.