Blue Owl Capital ( OWL ) is an alternative asset manager with a concentrated exposure to private credit and AI infrastructure, two market segments where sentiment is getting stretched and where risks have beenFor almost a decade, I held research analyst positions in various investment firms, mostly in Toronto. I started in sell-side research with a Canadian bank, then moved to a hedge fund, followed by a family office and then finished my career in wealth management. I was 20 on my first day on Bay Street. ...

This story was originally published on Construction Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Construction Dive newsletter. An energy infrastructure provider is moving forward with a multibillion-dollar data center project in West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, marking another megaproject win for the Bayou State. Hut 8, a Miami-based company, reported the first phase of construction is underway on its River Bend data center campus, valued at approximately $10 billion, according t ...

NEW YORK, Dec. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bit Digital, Inc. (Nasdaq: BTBT) ("Bit Digital" or the "Company"), a publicly traded digital asset platform focused on Ethereum-native treasury and staking strategies, today announced the appointment of Amanda Cassatt, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Serotonin, to its Board of Directors effective January 1, 2026. Cassatt previously served as Chief Marketing Officer at Consensys, the leading Ethereum software company, building the infrastructure, tools, and pro ...

ACRG’s new joint venture combines land assets with data center infrastructure powered by geothermal, solar, natural gas and clean coalLAS VEGAS, Dec. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Clean Resources Group Inc. (OTC: ACRG), a critical minerals processing company focused on domestic supply chain development, today announced the formation of American Clean Energy LLC (ACE), a joint venture to build power infrastructure for data centers and critical mineral processing facilities across the United States. A ...

Core Viewpoint - The investment thesis on Baidu (BIDU) is centered around the AI infrastructure, particularly focusing on Cloud, Compute Capacity, Inference, and Proprietary Chips, rather than on Chatbot/Consumer AI [1] Group 1: Investment Thesis - The recommendation for Baidu is a "Buy" based on its strong positioning in AI infrastructure [1] - The analysis emphasizes the importance of Cloud and Compute Capacity as critical components for future growth [1] - Proprietary Chips are highlighted as a significant asset in Baidu's technological framework [1] Group 2: Analyst Background - The analyst has over 10 years of experience in global markets, managing multi-asset strategies and equity portfolios [1] - The approach combines top-down macro analysis with bottom-up stock selection, focusing on earnings, tech disruption, policy shifts, and capital flows [1] - Insights are shared through platforms like Seeking Alpha, where high-conviction ideas and contrarian views are presented [1]

Kennedy is a GARP-themed investor with a bias towards companies with aggressive growth prospects, en route to becoming highly profitable in 1-2 years.His investment philosophy emphasizes long-term discipline, consistent alpha, and a pinch of salt (risk).He writes to empower the underprivileged and improve financial literacy.The Curious Analyst is an associate of Kennedy NjagiAnalyst’s Disclosure:I/we have a beneficial long position in the shares of MRVL either through stock ownership, options, or other deri ...

Investment Philosophy - The investment philosophy focuses on GARP (Growth at a Reasonable Price) with a preference for companies that exhibit aggressive growth potential and are expected to become highly profitable within 1-2 years [1] - Emphasis is placed on long-term discipline, consistent alpha generation, and a calculated approach to risk [1] Social Impact - The objective includes empowering underprivileged communities and enhancing financial literacy [1] Analyst's Position - The analyst holds a beneficial long position in MRVL shares through various financial instruments [1]

Key Takeaways Applied Digital develops hyperscale data centres tailored for AI and high-performance computing.Dell Technologies provides AI-optimized servers and integrated systems for enterprises and hyperscalers.APLD has outperformed DELL recently, reflecting investor preference for pure-play AI infrastructure.Applied Digital (APLD) and Dell Technologies (DELL) are major players in the AI infrastructure space. While Applied Digital specializes in purpose-built data centres and high-performance computing f ...

It has been about a month since the last earnings report for Dycom Industries (DY) . Shares have added about 5.5% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.But investors have to be wondering, will the recent positive trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is Dycom Industries due for a pullback? Before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late, let's take a quick look at the latest earnings report in order to get a better handle on the important catalysts.Dycom Q ...

Summary of Conference Call Notes Industry Overview - **Industry**: Networking Equipment - **Key Focus**: AI infrastructure and data center networking Core Insights and Arguments 1. **Market Performance**: In 2025, networking coverage increased by approximately 37% year-over-year, outperforming the S&P 500, which grew by 16% [1][9] 2. **Key Players**: - **Celestica (CLS)**: Stock price increased by 213% and is positioned as a leading provider of AI infrastructure equipment [2][9] - **Arista Networks (ANET)**: Valued at a premium P/E of approximately 39X, expected to benefit from AI infrastructure growth [2][4] - **Cisco (CSCO)**: Maintains a neutral stance but is expected to participate in AI infrastructure projects [1][2] 3. **AI Ethernet Switch Market**: Projected to grow from approximately $8 billion in 2025 to around $59 billion by 2029, driven by complex networking requirements for AI data centers [1][4] 4. **Hyperscale Capex Growth**: Expected to grow by approximately 32% year-over-year in 2026, reaching nearly $550 billion, supporting demand for data center networking [2][14] 5. **Data Center Infrastructure**: Major AI players like Meta, OpenAI, and Microsoft are expected to drive continued investment in data center infrastructure, with cloud provider capex projected to grow from approximately $294 billion in 2024 to $1.4 trillion by 2029 [14][18] Additional Important Insights 1. **Campus Networking**: The campus switching market is expected to grow by 6% year-over-year in 2026, driven by device refreshes and modernization efforts [5] 2. **XPU Diversification**: Increasing interest in custom ASICs and alternatives to NVIDIA GPUs is anticipated to create demand for bespoke networking equipment [4][42] 3. **Scale-Up and Scale-Across Opportunities**: - Scale-up networking revenue is expected to grow to approximately $10.7 billion in 2026, while the DCI market is projected to grow by 25% year-over-year to $3.8 billion [4][47] - Ethernet-based scale-out networks are expected to see spending growth of approximately 126% year-over-year in 2026 [47] 4. **Market Share Dynamics**: Celestica and Arista are leading in the backend AI Ethernet data center networking market, with shares of 29% and 22% respectively [52] 5. **Emerging Trends**: Full-rack integrated solutions combining networking and compute are gaining traction, with companies like Celestica and Cisco ramping up offerings [45][46] Conclusion The networking equipment industry is poised for significant growth driven by AI infrastructure demands, with key players like Celestica, Arista, and Cisco positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities. The focus on custom solutions and the expansion of data center capabilities will be critical in shaping the market landscape through 2026 and beyond.