The U.S. government’s latest export restrictions on semiconductor technology to China were telegraphed in advance and aren’t as severe as once feared.

Chip stocks tend to rise after Nvidia reports financial results. That would be a welcome development after the sector’s recent hit. Results from Nvidia signal demand for artificial intelligence and wh

Nvidia shares were down early on Monday as the chip sector digested more U.S. curbs on China's semiconductor sector.

Nvidia has soared over 170% this year, fueled by its dominance in the AI chip market. Nvidia's quarterly net income and revenue have climbed triple digits, propelling the company into the Dow Jones Industrial Average and briefly making it the world's most valuable company.

Nvidia shares were down early on Monday as the chip sector braces for more U.S. curbs on China's semiconductor sector.