Axcelis Technologies, Inc. (ACLS) has plunged 15.6% year to date compared with the sub-industry’s decline of 4.3%, reflecting underlying challenges for the company. Axcelis is a leading producer of ion implantation equipment used in the fabrication of semiconductors.Weakness in consumer electronics and EVs vertical has impeded the company’s sales growth momentum. In the first and second quarters, sales declined 0.7% and 6.4%, respectively. ACLS stock is also trading below its 100-day and 200-day moving aver ...