AMD Stock Hits Record: 2 Major Factors Behind the Rise
’ stock reached an all-time high of $243.11 on October 24, 2025, marking a remarkable 90% surge year-to-date and pushing its market capitalization beyond $381 billion. The chipmaker’s explosive rally has positioned it as a formidable competitor in the semiconductor industry, with shares briefly touching $238 in mid-October before settling near $235.
This unprecedented growth has far outpaced the broader semiconductor sector and reflects a fundamental shift in ’s competitive positioning within the AI infrastructure market.
1. Major Deals With OpenAI and Oracle Cement AMD’s Role in AI Infrastructure
AMD’s stock experienced its largest single-day gain since 2016 on October 6, surging 34% and adding approximately $80 billion to…




