Wed Bush's Dan Ives. Good to see you. I appreciate you being here.You say that any lingering fears around AMD should now be thrown out the window. Is that right. >> Yeah.I mean, look, this for Lisa Sue and AMD, I mean, this brings them right into the AI revolution and and I think that wasn't factored into the stock. You know, it's part of why it's in the eyes of AI30. I think this is actually just the start for AMD because this next stage of the AI revolution takes hold.Open AI what they're doing here I thi ...

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing AI revolution is expected to significantly impact companies like AMD and Nvidia, with AMD poised to capture a larger share of the AI market than previously anticipated [1][2][5]. AMD - AMD is entering the AI revolution, which was not fully reflected in its stock price, indicating potential for growth as demand for AI technology increases [1]. - The company could capture 15-20% of the AI spending, up from an earlier estimate of 10% [2]. Nvidia - Nvidia remains the dominant player in the AI space, with a significant moat and expected to capture 90% of AI spending [2]. - The current demand-to-supply ratio for Nvidia chips is 10-12 to 1, highlighting its strong market position [2]. AI Market Outlook - The AI market is projected to reach a $5 trillion market cap, with tech stocks expected to rise as spending on AI is underestimated by the market by 30-35% [3][5]. - The current phase of AI development is likened to the tech boom of 1996, suggesting that there is still significant growth potential ahead [5][9]. Global Tech Landscape - The U.S. is currently ahead of China in technology, positioning U.S. tech companies to lead in the AI sector [9]. - Only 3% of enterprises in the U.S. have adopted AI, indicating substantial room for growth as more companies begin to invest in AI technologies [8]. Apple and Google - Apple is approaching record stock highs, with potential for further growth linked to partnerships, particularly with Google [10][12]. - The resolution of legal challenges for Google could create opportunities for collaboration that may benefit both companies [11][12].

Core Viewpoint - Goldman Sachs has raised its price target for Nvidia to $210 from $200 while issuing a warning about potential "circular revenue" that could dilute Nvidia's valuation due to its dual role as both supplier and investor [1][2]. Group 1: Price Target and Ratings - Goldman Sachs maintains a Buy rating on Nvidia while increasing its price target to $210 [2]. - Barclays has also raised its price target for Nvidia to $240, labeling it the "most attractive name in our space" [6]. Group 2: Revenue Concerns - Goldman Sachs expressed concerns that Nvidia's strategic investments in its customers could lead to "circular revenue," necessitating additional scrutiny [2]. - Barclays challenges CEO Jensen Huang's aggressive revenue projections, known as "Jensen's Math," suggesting a more conservative revenue potential for Nvidia's AI factories [4][5]. Group 3: Market Projections - Barclays' "AI capacity tracker" estimates compute-related spending per gigawatt (GW) at $32.5 billion to $42 billion, contrasting with Huang's estimates of $40 billion to $50 billion [5]. - Despite the critiques, analysts remain generally optimistic about Nvidia's role in the AI revolution, albeit with careful examination of its financial structure and market sizing [6]. Group 4: Stock Performance - Nvidia shares fell 0.70% to $187.62 on Friday but rose by 1.16% in premarket trading on Tuesday, with a year-to-date increase of 35.65% and a 46.90% rise over the past year [7].

Core Insights - NVDA stock was picked at $8.78 in 2020, resulting in a nearly 1300% gain in that trade [1] - JD stock has shown no progress over the last decade, closing at $34.5, a level it first reached more than 10 years ago [2] Company Analysis - The Data Driven Investor focuses on uncovering alpha in the AI revolution while managing downside risk in a volatile tech landscape [3] - The Long Term Growth Portfolio of The Data Driven Investor has increased nearly 194% since 2018, driven by disciplined strategy and risk-aware execution [1][3] Analyst Background - Andres Cardenal, CFA, has over 25 years of experience in investment research and strategy development, leading The Data Driven Investor [3]

Core Insights - The Trump administration is reportedly considering a plan to pressure chip companies to increase domestic manufacturing by imposing tariffs on those that import more semiconductors than they produce in the US [1][2][3] - This initiative is seen as a response to the insufficient semiconductor capacity in the US, particularly in light of the growing demand from AI data centers [3][4] - TSMC is not prioritizing the deployment of its best technology in the US, which presents an opportunity for Intel to capitalize on this situation [4] Semiconductor Industry - The administration's potential policy could lead to significant changes in the semiconductor landscape, with chipmakers expressing reluctance to alter their current operations [2][3] - Nvidia's recent announcement of a $100 billion partnership with OpenAI raises questions about the sustainability of such large-scale vendor financing in the long term [5][6] - The competitive landscape is shifting, with a preference for American chips over competitors like Huawei, as highlighted by industry leaders [7][8][9] Investment Considerations - Nvidia's position is strong in the short term, but there are concerns about the long-term viability of its revenue targets, particularly with OpenAI aiming for a $125 billion revenue by 2029 [6][9] - The need for American technology to outpace Huawei is emphasized, as the latter has gained significant market share globally [11][12] - The investment thesis for American semiconductor companies remains robust, but there are risks associated with not participating in the growing Chinese market [12]

Market Overview - The current market is being compared to the late 1990s, raising questions about its sustainability and the remaining time in the current cycle [1][2] - There is a strong excitement surrounding the AI revolution, suggesting that this sector may still have significant growth potential [2][3] Investment Trends - A basket of unprofitable tech companies has surged by 21% since the end of July, contrasting with a 2.1% increase for profitable tech and nearly 6% for the NASDAQ 100, indicating a shift in investor risk appetite [4][5] - The market is experiencing froth, particularly in popular sectors like tech, communications, and consumer discretionary stocks, which are likely to remain favored by investors [6][7] Valuation Concerns - Current stock valuations are high, with the S&P 500 in the 95th percentile and the Buffett indicator at all-time highs, suggesting a potential overvaluation [9][10] - The focus should be on earnings growth rather than multiple expansion, as strong earnings can mitigate the impact of high valuations [10][11]

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Federal Reserve Actions - The Federal Reserve has cut rates by a quarter point, with potential for more cuts in the future, but the cut is considered insufficient by some analysts [1][4] - There is a belief that the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is anti-growth and does not align with pro-growth policies such as lower taxes and deregulation [3][4] Economic Growth Projections - The FOMC's growth projections remain low at 1.8% for the coming years, indicating skepticism about the effectiveness of current economic policies [3] - Recent economic data shows a growth rate of 3.3% in Q2, with the Atlanta Fed GDP tracker also predicting 3.3% for Q3, suggesting that the Federal Reserve may be lagging behind in its assessments [4] Tariff and Trade Policy - The Supreme Court is set to hear a case regarding Trump's tariffs, which could have significant implications for trade policy and economic stability [5][6] - Concerns are raised about the impact of lower courts on the implementation of Trump’s policies, particularly regarding tariffs and foreign policy [6][8] - The expectation is that the Supreme Court will adopt a pragmatic approach to allow the President to manage foreign and trade policy effectively [8]