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Tech hardware stocks soar as software names slump amid AI and data center growth, says Jim Cramer.

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09 Apr 2026
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Jim Cramer highlighted a strong market trend where hardware stocks supporting AI and data centers are outperforming software companies. Software stocks like Salesforce, Adobe, and cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike saw significant declines, reflecting investor sentiment against the sector. Meanwhile, hardware and semiconductor companies such as Marvell Technology, Intel, and Corning gained notably. Cramer suggests this divergence between hardware and software stocks will likely continue, driven by the growing importance of AI infrastructure.

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