Chip stocks opened broadly higher in early trading. As of the time of writing, Hua Hong Semiconductor (01347) has risen by 16.37%, trading at HK$151.40. ASMPT (00522) has increased by 15.17%, reaching HK$212.60. SMIC (00981) has advanced by 10.46%, priced at HK$88.20. GigaDevice (03986) has gained 5.53%, quoted at HK$821.