Guinness Global Innovators Fund stated in its Q2 2026 investor letter that KLA Corporation (NASDAQ:KLAC) plays a critical role in the increasing complexity of semiconductor manufacturing. The fund believes that demand for KLA's inspection and metrology tools is structurally supported by the transition to advanced nodes, high-bandwidth memory, and advanced packaging, areas where even marginal yield improvements can lead to significant economic benefits for customers. KLA's stock price rose by 105.2% during the quarter.