The Money TrailApril 7, 2026via CNBC Technology
Broadcom shares jump before the bell as chipmaker agrees Google and Anthropic deals
Why it matters
Major chip supplier secures extended deals with two of the biggest AI players, signaling sustained demand for specialized AI hardware and reshaping the competitive landscape for AI infrastructure.
Key signals
- Broadcom extended existing Google deal
- Broadcom announced new Anthropic deal
- Stock jumped in premarket trading
- Announced Monday, April 7, 2026
- Both deals involve leading AI companies
The hook
Broadcom just locked in Google AND Anthropic. Here's what that means for the AI chip wars.
Broadcom shares rose in premarket trading as the chip designer announced an extension to its deal with Google on Monday.
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