Applied Materials (NASDAQ: AMAT), a leader in semiconductor equipment, received a "Buy" rating from Seaport Global, reflecting a positive outlook for its market performance. The company is strategically expanding its capabilities in AI accelerator technology through the acquisition of the NEXX business, focusing on advanced packaging solutions. Growing investor confidence is evident, with Defiance ETFs launching a 2x long ETF for Applied Materials, indicating a bullish short-term view on the stock.Applied ...