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Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) stock emerged in mid-April from the stupor it had been in through most of 2024 and at the start of 2025. The last five days of trading have been particularly positive for the semiconductor giant, and, at their press time price of $118.03, AMD shares are up 15.82% within the time frame. AMD stock 5-day price chart. Source: Google Such a strong rally also significantly increased the semiconductor giant’s short volume ratio, which hit a two-week high of 55.17 on Tuesday, May 13. For comparison, it recorded its previous high on May 6, reaching 48.96 before falling toward a local low of 42.47 two days later. The previous short volume ratio decline was dictated by AMD stock’s steady upward movements. With the equity soaring 4.95% in the initial hours of the May 14 session, another short squeeze will likely cull the excess bearish bets. Daily short volume ratio for AMD stock. Source: Fintel Although the Advanced Micro Devices Wednesday rally is driven by a string of positive developments affecting both the industry and the wider economy in mid-May, its strongest tailwind lies in the latest round of share buybacks. AMD announces $6 billion share buyback plan On the morning of May 14, the chipmaker’s board announced it would spend $6 billion on equity buybacks, bringing the 2025 total to approximately $10 billion. According to AMD CEO Lisa Su, the vast amount allocated reflects the semiconductor giant’s confidence in its business direction and continued ability to generate shareholder returns: Our expanded share repurchase program reflects the Board’s confidence in AMD’s strategic direction, growth prospects, and ability to consistently generate strong free cash flow. We remain committed to disciplined capital allocation and driving strong shareholder returns, including investing in our leadership product portfolio to drive growth, while…

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