Barclays upgrades Lumentum, cuts Allegro, Penguin before chip earnings

July 20, 2026 · High impact · Updated Jul 21, 2026

Barclays has adjusted its ratings on several semiconductor stocks ahead of the Q2 earnings season, upgrading Lumentum Holdings while downgrading Allegro MicroSystems and Penguin Solutions. This selective approach is attributed to significant gains in AI-related stocks, suggesting limited further upside for many companies in the sector.

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