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Broadcom's Historic Q4 Streak: 13 Straight Years of Gains

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Broadcom stock enters its strongest historical quarter having climbed in every fourth period from 2013 through 2025, posting an average gain of around 18% as investors weigh December reporting catalysts against current valuation levels near $350.

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## Session Tape Broadcom shares trade near $350, resting approximately 1% above their 2025 finish and 29% below the 52-week high of $495, as historical fourth-quarter performance patterns come into focus.

## Catalyst Analysis: Seasonal History vs. December Volatility Broadcom enters its historically most robust stretch of the calendar, having posted gains in 13 consecutive fourth quarters from 2013 through 2025. Across this span, the chip designer's fourth-quarter average gain has hovered around 18%, eclipsing the other three quarters where average rises registered 12% or lower alongside multiple down years.

However, historical analysis shows the streak relies heavily on December reporting dynamics rather than the calendar alone. The sequence includes notable volatility, such as a 43% leap in December of past cycles contrasted with sharp single-session swings following periodic earnings releases. Past fiscal reports have triggered significant post-earnings price reactions, demonstrating that end-of-year execution remains central to sustaining momentum.

### Money Play Market participants tracking seasonal equity trends observe that historical outperformance relies heavily on upcoming December results rather than automated seasonal buying alone.

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Semiconductor Seasonality

Broadcom's stock has a strong track record of performing well during the final months of the year. Investors are watching to see if the company can repeat this history during its upcoming earnings report.

What changed

Broadcom approaches its seasonally strongest fourth-quarter reporting period amid historical trends and recent volatility.

Who wins / who loses

Semiconductor suppliers and tech-focused investors benefit if execution holds up, while growth-sensitive chip stocks face downside if earnings disappoint.

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medium confidence · Long-term investor, Active trader

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Safer theme exposure (ETFs)

Baskets that own the theme without betting on one company.

  • $SMH — A fund holding a basket of major chip companies so you do not rely on just one stock.

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  • $SOXX — Another broad tech fund focused entirely on the semiconductor industry.

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Single stocks (higher risk)

Primary = closest to the story · Peers = same industry · Second-order = knock-on effects · Avoid = looks related but may be a trap

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  • $AVGOWatch — track, don’t rush

    The main company in the story, known for typically doing well late in the year.

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  • $NVDAWatch — track, don’t rush

    A major chipmaker competitor that often moves alongside overall tech trends.

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    Another chip company affected by how well the semiconductor sector performs.

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Direction: volatile · Style: Debit spread (defined risk) · Level: intermediate

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What would break this thesis
  • A weak December earnings report or severe macroeconomic tech selloff breaking the historical streak.
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