ARM STOCK SURGE PUSHES VALUATION TO RARE HEIGHTS
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Arm Holdings has nearly doubled its share price in recent weeks, pushing the chip designer's valuation to levels rarely seen in the market. The stock, already expensive since its 2023 IPO, has reached exceptional valuation territory.
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