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Astera Labs' Stock Soars 72%, as Investors Cheer the Debut of a New AI Chip Play

Astera Labs got a warm reception in its Wall Street debut Wednesday, giving investors yet another hot chip play to consider.The first trade of Astera Labs' stock $(ALAB)$ was at 12:39 p.m. Eastern for

Astera Labs' Stock Soars 72%, as Investors Cheer the Debut of a New AI Chip Play

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