1. The upcoming nonfarm payrolls report and Fed Chair Jerome Powell's speech are under close watch. 2. Economists expect 160,000 jobs to be added in February, with unemployment at 4.0%. 3. Concerns over the impact of recent policies and global trade uncertainty are highlighted.
Recent #investment news in the semiconductor industry
1. UiPath has resolved execution issues, improving contract execution and sales compensation plans, boosting customer and revenue growth. 2. Organizational restructuring and cost-cutting are complete, with focus on sales and customer support. 3. Significant new deals and partnerships suggest a successful resolution of earlier sales challenges.
➀ The expansion of TSMC's fabs in Arizona raises concerns in Taiwan about the potential loss of its 'Silicon Shield';
➁ TSMC has assured Taiwan that it will maintain the most advanced technology in Taiwan and that the foreign fabs are not the most advanced;
➂ The Taiwan government's approval is required for TSMC's foreign investments above $45.5 million.
1. Despite the current valuation premium, TSMC's wide moat allows for 20-38% upside potential from today's valuation for 2026; 2. TSMC leads in advanced chip production with significant CapEx plans to maintain technology leadership; 3. The introduction of the 2nm node in 2025 is crucial for high yield and $30B revenue in 2026.
1. Tesla's stock has dropped nearly 31% in the past month due to tariffs, struggling Chinese sales, and a 'buyers strike' against Elon Musk's electric vehicle maker. 2. Despite still being overvalued, TSLA shares are at their cheapest since November 2024, attracting bulls. 3. Seeking Alpha's Quant System rates TSLA as a Hold, with risks including fierce competition in the Chinese market and buyers' strikes from demonstrators opposing Musk's increasing political action in the U.S. and Europe.
1. Microsoft shares have underperformed compared to the S&P 500; 2. The company has a wide-moat around its key businesses; 3. The value of Microsoft's stake in OpenAI is expected to become clearer soon; 4. The author views Microsoft's valuation as attractive; 5. The stock is rated a Strong Buy.
➀ President Trump and CC Wei announced a $100 billion investment by TSMC in Arizona, bringing the total investment to $165 billion;
➁ The investment is expected to create thousands of high-paying jobs and support the progress of AI and smartphones;
➂ TSMC plans to build three more fabs and two more packaging plants in Arizona.
1. Rocket Lab reported earnings, with shares falling 12% after the close; 2. Neutron project is on track, but a guidance miss and market sell-off increase short-term risk; 3. The current stock price may offer value for long-term investors, but short-term volatility and potential further declines are possible.
➀ SMIC announced a new investment of 7.5 billion US dollars (about 54.4 billion RMB) to expand production, aiming to challenge the global chip industry's status quo.
➁ The funds will be used for capacity expansion in mature processes like 28nm, technology breakthroughs in advanced processes below 7nm, and enhancing the domestic semiconductor industry's self-sufficiency.
➂ SMIC's goal is to not only become a second TSMC but to create an independent semiconductor supply chain free from US dependence.
➀ Ams Osram has received EU Commission approval for funding to develop a new semiconductor manufacturing facility in Austria.
➁ The investment grant, under the European Chips Act, is up to €227 million.
➂ The facility will produce next-generation optoelectronic sensors and is expected to begin full production by 2030.
1. Eagle Point Income remains a buy due to strong net investment income, low default rates, and a growing NAV. 2. EIC's portfolio, heavily focused on CLO debt investments, benefits from higher interest rates, ensuring elevated cash flows and dividend sustainability. 3. The fund's diversified portfolio and high dividend yield of around 15% make it an attractive option for income-focused investors.
1. Celestica's strong Q4 performance and robust FY2025 guidance are supported by AI tailwinds and data center spending; 2. The stock's valuation is attractive with a DCF model indicating a 38% upside potential; 3. Celestica's financial flexibility, low RSI levels, and significant momentum position it well for continued growth.
1. Hims & Hers experienced a sell-off after Q4 2024 earnings due to profit-taking and weaker-than-expected EBITDA margins; 2. The company is projected to generate over $2 billion in revenues and $350 million in free cash flow in 2025; 3. Despite regulatory challenges and competition from Amazon Pharmacy, the long-term potential remains strong.
➀ A Japanese group, allegedly including former Tesla director Hiro Mizuno and former Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, has proposed a plan for Tesla to invest in Nissan.
➁ Both Mizuno and Suga have denied any involvement in the plan, and CEO Musk seems uninterested.
➂ The plan is based on the belief that Tesla wants to use Nissan's US factories to increase domestic production and avoid tariffs.
1. IonQ is a promising quantum computing company with strong backing; 2. Microsoft's new quantum chip accelerates the industry's timeline; 3. IonQ's Q4 earnings are crucial for investor confidence; 4. Despite high valuation, IonQ's growth potential makes it a strong buy for long-term investors.
1. Exact Sciences reported strong Q4 revenue growth, but missed EPS due to an $838M impairment charge from the Thrive acquisition. 2. Despite the negative market reaction, Exact's core business shows momentum with strong demand for Cologuard and a solid cash position of $1.04B. 3. The company has ambitious 2025 revenue guidance and expects new product launches to drive growth, aiming for sustained profitability and long-term value.
1. Google remains dominant in search and is well-positioned to lead in AI, leveraging its ecosystem, data, and financial strength; 2. Despite AI's rise, Google's search business continues to grow, driven by increasing global internet users and higher revenue per user; 3. Google's extensive ecosystem and vast data resources provide a competitive edge in integrating AI across multiple products, enhancing user experience and monetization.
1. Elon Musk's DOGE initiative is impacting the government and could boost dividend stocks; 2. Discusses the potential 'DOGE dividend' for investors; 3. Shares 5 stocks poised to benefit from the initiative.
1. Gold has surged by ~12% YTD, making it one of the best-performing asset classes; 2. Its outperformance can be attributed to its hedge quality against inflation and geopolitical risks; 3. The article discusses the main factors contributing to the rally and future expectations.
➀ A group of former Intel engineers and executives have raised $21.5 million in seed funding for their RISC-V startup, AheadComputing.
➁ The company, based in Portland, Oregon, is using RISC-V to tackle the processing demands of AI.
➂ Investors include notable figures such as Jim Keller, CEO of RISC-V developer Tenstorrent, and Eclipse Ventures.