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Edward Jones' Mona Mahajan: Expect some bouts of volatility in the second half of year
CNBC Television· 2025-08-15 15:20
Earnings and Economic Outlook - Second quarter earnings are on pace for 10% year-on-year growth, with double-digit growth likely by year-end [2] - Expectation of softening in the economy in the second half of the year, but not recessionary [2] - Anticipation of lower interest rates by the Federal Reserve in 2026, coupled with a potential tax bill kicking in next year, supporting continued earnings growth [2] Federal Reserve Policy - Market overreacted to the possibility of three rate cuts this year; one to two cuts are more likely [3] - Cooling labor market data, with revisions substantially lower for the past two months, supports the potential for the Fed to move rates towards a neutral level of around 35% [4][5] - Expectation that Jerome Powell will signal a potential rate cut and indicate that a 50 basis point rate cut is unlikely [6] Investment Strategy and Technology - Tech and AI sectors have exceeded expectations in terms of capex, data center spending, revenue, and earnings [9] - Investors should have exposure to the long-term secular story in AI and technology [10] - Expectation that sectors benefiting from productivity gains, such as healthcare, industrials, and financial services, will participate in the AI and technology growth [10] - AI and technology are expected to help reduce inflationary pressures by making costs more effective [12] - Margin expansion is anticipated in 2026, partly driven by the AI story [13] - Technology will be used to supplement labor, a trend expected to start next year and continue in the years ahead [15]
Data Centers Create a Bull Case for These Nuclear 3 Stocks
MarketBeat· 2025-08-14 12:05
Core Viewpoint - The technology sector is poised for growth driven by the future of data centers, particularly as the U.S. focuses on onshoring artificial intelligence capabilities, necessitating substantial investments in the semiconductor industry [1] Group 1: Data Centers and Energy Demand - The current U.S. energy grid is inadequate to meet the increasing electricity demand from data centers, which may lead to a rise in alternative energy sources [2] - This gap in energy supply could create long-term investment opportunities for those looking to capitalize on emerging trends in energy [2] Group 2: Nuclear Energy Companies - Major players in the nuclear energy sector, such as Cameco Corp., Oklo Inc., and NuScale Power Corp., are expected to benefit from the anticipated growth in data centers and the associated energy demands [3] - Cameco's stock is currently trading at $75.64, close to its 52-week high, reflecting strong market momentum and investor interest [4] - Cameco reported an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.51, significantly exceeding Wall Street's expectation of $0.29, indicating strong financial performance [5] Group 3: Stock Performance and Analyst Ratings - Analysts have a consensus "Buy" rating for Cameco, with a price target of $82.6, suggesting a potential upside of approximately 6.6% [7] - Royal Bank of Canada analyst Andrew Wong has a more optimistic target of $110, implying a 42% upside based on recent financial results [7] Group 4: Oklo's Market Position - Oklo's stock is trading at $77.31, with a high price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 35.9x, indicating a premium valuation compared to the energy sector average of 4.0x [8] - Oklo provides fusion power solutions, aligning with U.S. government objectives for national security and domestic energy production [9] - There has been a slight decline in short interest for Oklo, suggesting a potential bullish sentiment as the stock may rally [10] Group 5: NuScale's Regulatory Advantage - NuScale Power has a market capitalization of $11.2 billion and is well-positioned to adapt to new regulatory guidelines for small to medium-sized reactors [12] - The company is expected to see increased demand for its reactors as data centers expand, despite not yet reporting net income [13] - NuScale's stock trades at a high price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of 229.6x, reflecting strong market expectations for future sales growth [14]
X @Forbes
Forbes· 2025-08-13 23:50
Project Funding - The project is facing a clawback of $4 billion [1] - New CEO Ian Choudri is exploring revenue-generating ideas [1] Revenue Generation Strategies - Leasing land for data centers is being considered to increase revenue [1] - The increased revenue aims to offset the project's high costs [1]
The future of quantum real estate
CNBC Television· 2025-08-12 21:30
Quantum Computing Industry Overview - Quantum computing is rapidly transitioning from academic and government facilities to commercially viable applications, necessitating specialized real estate [1] - Quantum computers require unique real estate solutions due to their specific needs, differing from traditional data centers [2] Real Estate Implications - The real estate impact of quantum computing is projected to be significant, comparable to the impact of AI and data centers [2] - Current data centers are unsuitable for quantum computers due to differences in physical form and the need for electromagnetic shielding against noise (electrical, magnetic, vibration, or sound disturbances) [2] - New commercial developments are expected to concentrate in regions with existing academic and government institutions to leverage access to academics and trained workforce [3] Key Quantum Markets - The top 20 global quantum markets are located near national research centers and universities [3] - In the US, these markets include Chicago, Boston, New Haven (Connecticut), parts of Colorado and Maryland, and Southern California [3] Specific Developments - Quantum Side chose a Chicago steel mill complex for a new facility, funded primarily by the state of Illinois [4] - The Illinois Quantum and Micro Electronics Park, developed by Related Midwest, plans to develop 128 acres, approximately 5.6 million square feet, marking the beginning of "quantum real estate" [4]
X @Bloomberg
Bloomberg· 2025-08-12 12:16
Market Trends & Supply Dynamics - Data centers' robust demand growth is anticipated to exacerbate a potential copper supply shortage globally in the latter half of this decade [1] - The copper shortfall is projected to reach 6 million tons by 2035 [1]