➀ Broadcom, the 'oddball' of the tech industry, has grown from a small player to an $80 billion company through a series of strategic acquisitions; ➁ Its business includes hardware, software, and chip design, with a focus on network switches and software products for large computer control; ➂ Broadcom's semiconductor business has seen a surge in demand, especially in the AI field, with sales expected to reach $12.1 billion in 2023 and grow to $16.9 billion in 2024; ➃ Despite its near-$1 trillion market cap, Broadcom is still expected to grow significantly in the coming years, offering potential for long-term investment.