Time to run the AMD train

 163 ==> 187

BEST

HealthCare REIT on Zachs list

 https://www.zacks.com/commentary/2338925/new-strong-buy-stocks-for-september-23rd?cid=CS-MKTWTCH-HL-zacks_1_rank_additions-2338925&mod=mw_quote_news

AU SBSI LYTS OPRA ** AHR

20 stocks benefiting from a rate cut

https://www.marketwatch.com/articles/walmart-vistra-dividend-stock-fed-rate-cut-755a0661?mod=mw_quote_news

Nvda upswing predicted by OpenAI

 Meanwhile, stock trading expert Peter DiCarlo noted in a September 13 X post that Nvidia has been following a pattern of higher lows, indicating an overall uptrend. However, it continues to make lower highs, which have prevented a clear breakout. DiCarlo suggested that breaking this pattern would require the stock to surpass the $130 mark, which could trigger a more substantial rally.

“I believe $120 is the ceiling before we see a re-test and possible rejection,” he noted.

In the near term, the expert predicted that Nvidia could rise to the $120–$124 range, an area associated with institutional selling. Historically, this level has triggered sell-offs, so if the pattern holds, NVDA might face another pullback before resuming its upward momentum.

Time to buy a piece of Chevron and ..

 https://www.fool.com/investing/2024/09/08/warren-buffett-stocks-to-buy-hand-over-fist/

$ CVX

$ OXY

Retailers getting smarter on shrinkage, one Retailer takes the cake

$ TGT will see sufficient upside, working out right locations and having the right checks
to avoid theft and retail shrinkage

 https://finance.yahoo.com/news/target-may-have-solved-one-of-retails-biggest-problems-theft-103150947.html

Dont forget MRVL and the others rebound..

 

MRVL has home to grow from 71 to 80 easy...

NVDA out, AVGO In

 https://www.fool.com/investing/2024/08/18/billionaires-sell-nvidia-stock-buy-ai-stock-split/

Strong buy contenders for the week of Aug 24th

NVDA, TSM
WMT, BSX, BABA and more.. 

Retirement crisis and it is brewing.. with few companies offering up solutiions

TIAA, a prominent leader in lifetime income solutions, has recently announced the launch of its new proprietary Generative AI technology platform, TIAA gAItSM. This initiative is part of TIAA's ongoing efforts to address the retirement crisis in the United States, where 40% of households are at risk of depleting their retirement savings. By embracing AI, TIAA aims to enhance its operations, innovate its offerings, and ultimately provide better services to its clients.

The TIAA gAIt platform, incubated by TIAA Client Tech Labs, leverages Generative AI technologies and large language models to deliver next-generation technology solutions to clients, partners, and associates. The platform is designed to improve client interactions by enabling TIAA associates to answer questions more insightfully and providing clients with a more straightforward search experience on tiaa.org. Additionally, it aids in creating content that simplifies complex topics and supports Nuveen Asset Management in researching and analyzing large volumes of public research materials. The platform also enhances cybersecurity awareness among associates through AI-powered phishing and learning programs.

TIAA's journey with AI began in 2022 with a strategic partnership with Google Cloud’s Contact Center AI, which helped enhance service delivery to millions of participants. This partnership has been instrumental in improving client experiences, optimizing self-service interactions, and providing personalized support through the National Contact Center.

To ensure responsible use of AI, TIAA has developed a Responsible AI Policy that underpins the use of TIAA gAIt and other AI solutions within the company. This policy addresses the risks and potential unintended consequences associated with Generative AI. Furthermore, TIAA is committed to upskilling its workforce through initiatives like the TIAA Guild Network and the "Achieve in AI" program, which offers tailored AI training, particularly for women associates.

As TIAA continues to innovate with AI, it is also expanding its presence by welcoming its operations to Frisco, Texas. This move is part of TIAA's broader strategy to invest in technology and human capital to better serve its clients and address future challenges in the retirement landscape.

In summary, TIAA's launch of TIAA gAIt represents a significant step forward in leveraging AI to enhance client services and address the retirement crisis. The company's commitment to responsible AI use and workforce development underscores its dedication to providing innovative and ethical solutions for its clients. Welcome to Frisco, TIAA!

Can i trade in TIAA ? Unfortunately NO 
However opening a brokerage account with TIAA and starting your retirement planning MAY BE Wise !

Citations:

[1] https://www.tiaa.org/public/about-tiaa/news-press/news/2024/07-17

Fools is always on the money, NVDA no think this stock

 Time is driving changes on the AI front. Nvidia is no longer the market's top opportunity. This title is shifting toward Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (NYSE: TSM), which is arguably better positioned to capitalize on the next chapter of AI's growth story.

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/forget-nvidia-buy-magnificent-artificial-150000398.html

Amazing free cash flow companies that will APPRECIATE !!

BEST !!

 

Cash Rich tech companies to invest in the event of a pullback

 Based on the search results and available information, here are some top tech companies with significant cash reserves that could be attractive investments during a market pullback:

1. **Apple (AAPL)**

Apple is known for its massive cash reserves, making it a financially stable choice during market volatility

2. **Microsoft (MSFT)**

Microsoft is among the tech giants with substantial cash holdings, providing a strong financial buffer

3. **Alphabet (GOOGL)**

Google's parent company, Alphabet, leads the pack with the most cash on hand among S&P 500 companies

4. **Amazon (AMZN)**

Amazon is part of the group of tech companies with significant cash reserves

5. **Meta Platforms (META)**

Formerly Facebook, Meta is included in the list of tech giants with substantial cash holdings

6. **UnitedHealth Group (UNH)**

While not a traditional tech company, UnitedHealth has a significant cash position, ranking high among S&P 500 companies

7. **Nvidia (NVDA)**

Although not explicitly mentioned in the cash rankings, Nvidia's strong position in AI and semiconductors makes it a potentially resilient choice during market pullbacks

8. **Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSM)**

TSMC's crucial role in the semiconductor industry and its financial strength make it a solid option during market fluctuations

9. **SAP (SAP)**

The German software company has shown strong growth in cloud revenue driven by AI demand, indicating financial health

10. **SK Hynix (000660.KS)**

This South Korean company has demonstrated strong financial performance due to sustained demand for its memory chips used in AI applications

It's important to note that while these companies have strong cash positions or financial performance, investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consideration of individual financial goals and risk tolerance. The tech sector can be volatile, and market pullbacks may present both risks and opportunities

During market pullbacks, investors often view these cash-rich companies as safer bets due to their ability to weather economic storms, invest in growth opportunities, or return value to shareholders through dividends or share buybacks. However, it's also crucial to consider factors beyond cash reserves, such as growth potential, market position, and overall financial health when making investment decisions.

AMD and APPL : Keep buying

 Both will continue to grow and great addons for baselining your portfolio

https://www.marketwatch.com/livecoverage/amd-earnings-results-q2-semiconductor-ai-advanced-micro-devices/card/amd-sees-continued-growth-in-data-center-with-ai-chips-ceo-remains-bullish-RhBez3bGYwygNRTsZU3a?mod=mw_quote_news

Baseline portfolio

Sector,Stock,Ticker,Allocation (%)

Technology,Apple Inc.,AAPL,10%

,Microsoft Corporation,MSFT,10%

Healthcare,Johnson & Johnson,JNJ,10%

,Pfizer Inc.,PFE,10%

Consumer Goods,Procter & Gamble Co.,PG,10%

,Coca-Cola Company,KO,10%

Financial,JPMorgan Chase & Co.,JPM,10%

,Visa Inc.,V,10%

Industrials,Honeywell International Inc.,HON,5%

,3M Company,MMM,5%

Energy,Exxon Mobil Corporation,XOM,5%

,Chevron Corporation,CVX,5%

Total,,,100%

Time horizons for Stock plays: Playing off the edge

 One way to do is classify if the edge into 5 buckets: 

1) scalping (momentum for the day), short term (2 - 5 days), 

2) swing (2 weeks to 12 weeks), position (1 quarter to 4 quarters), core (1 year - 5 years). 

Typically 1 is based on event that causes clear supply / demand imbalance for the day. 2 is statistical arbitrage (over bought / oversold). 

3 is earnings based moves that will last till the next report or price action concepts like breakout or range reversal. 

4 is financials or fundamentals based momentum. 

5 is for long term secular plays

Courtesy: Mukesh Masand

Sambar goes to ASTS

 https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240624944397/en/AST-SpaceMobile-Welcomes-Chris-Sambar-Head-of-Network-ATT-to-Board-of-Directors

Mr. Sambar's appointment comes at a pivotal time for AST SpaceMobile, as the Company plans to deliver its first commercial satellites to Cape Canaveral for launch into low Earth orbit this summer. His deep understanding of network infrastructure, strategy, and global markets, honed through over two decades at AT&T, will be instrumental in guiding AST SpaceMobile's deployment of its revolutionary space-based cellular broadband service.

GOOGL now a Value Stock

 

A great time to own.

NVDA and PLTR

https://www.tipranks.com/news/nvidia-and-palantir-argus-top-analysts-choose-the-best-ai-stocks-to-buy

The top analyst goes on to put a Buy rating on NVDA shares, with a $150 price target that implies room for a one-year upside of 18.5%. (To watch Kelleher’s track record, click here)

Overall, NVDA has picked up no fewer than 40 analyst reviews recently, and the lopsided 37 to 3 split favoring Buys over Holds gives the stock its Strong Buy consensus rating. Yet, the average price target stands at $132.88, suggesting a modest 5% upside from current levels

PLTR

While Bonner’s outlook is optimistic, the broader consensus among analysts leans towards a Hold (i.e. Neutral) rating based on 6 Hold, 4 Sell, and 4 Buy recommendations. The average price target currently stands at $22.55, indicating a potential downside of ~5% from the current share price of $23.84. (See PLTR stock forecast)

Rag to Riches: $MRVL $AMD and more..

 https://investorplace.com/2024/06/rag-to-riches-7-5g-stocks-that-could-make-patient-investors-rich/

• Advanced Micro Devices (AMD): Advanced processors and strategic focus on 5G technologies.
• Verizon Communications (VZ): Leader in 5G space with extensive coverage and high reliability.
• Skyworks Solutions (SWKS): Supplies critical analog semiconductors for 5G infrastructure.

$ INTC

$CSCO

Click on the article to find more stocks.

VKTX: A Spike like none other

 

The Best Biotech Stock to Invest $1,000 in Right Now

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/best-biotech-stock-invest-1-115000988.html

MU to 160

 Susquehanna boosted Micron Technology, Inc. 

MU+4.95%

+ Free Alerts

 price target from $143 to $185. Susquehanna analyst Mehdi Hosseini maintained a Positive rating. Micron shares fell 1.2% to close at $141.36 on Friday. 

Its just getting started..

Eventually: 185

Don't miss out on AMD

Best, still bound to grow based on AI growth projections. 

AMD's Instinct MI300 data center chips are a strong challenger to NVIDIA's AI dominance, offering competitive performance and memory capacity:

- The MI300X boasts over 150 billion transistors, 2.4 times the memory of NVIDIA's H100 GPU, and 1.6 times the memory bandwidth at 5.3 TB/s[1][2]. This allows the MI300X to deliver comparable AI training performance and significantly higher AI inferencing performance compared to the H100[1].

- AMD CEO Lisa Su expects the AI chip market to reach $400 billion or more by 2027[1]. Major tech companies like Meta, OpenAI, and Microsoft have announced they will use AMD's MI300 AI chip[1].

- However, NVIDIA has leapfrogged ahead of AMD in AI for now[4]. NVIDIA's H100 remains the market leader, and the company's CEO stated there is $1 trillion worth of installed data centers globally, with $250 billion in annual expenditures growing 20% per year[4].

- AMD redid its tests comparing the MI300X to the H100 using NVIDIA's optimized software and found the MI300X is still 1.3x faster on inferencing[2]. Using latency results, the MI300X is 1 second faster than the H100[2].

In summary, while AMD's MI300 chips offer impressive performance and memory capacity, NVIDIA's H100 remains the dominant AI chip currently. But there appears to be significant growth potential for both companies in this rapidly expanding market[4].

Sources

[1] AMD launches MI300 chips: a challenger to Nvidia's AI dominance? https://techwireasia.com/12/2023/can-amd-mi300-chips-really-challenge-nvidia-ai-dominance/

[2] AMD vs Nvidia -- MI300x vs H100 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12MwExDku4Y

[3] NVDA vs. AMD: Battle of the Chip Stocks - TipRanks.com https://www.tipranks.com/news/article/nvda-vs-amd-battle-of-the-chip-stocks

[4] Why AMD Doesn't Have To Beat Nvidia To Be A Winner In AI Chips https://www.investors.com/news/technology/ai-chips-amd-stock-vs-nvidia-stock/

[5] NVDA vs. AMD: Which Chip Stock is the Better Buy? - TipRanks.com https://www.tipranks.com/news/article/nvda-vs-amd-which-chip-stock-is-the-better-buy

$191.03

▲(19.67% Upside)

Based on 36 Wall Street analysts offering 12 month price targets for Advanced Micro Devices in the last 3 months. The average price target is $191.03 with a high forecast of $235.00 and a low forecast of $140.00. The average price target represents a 19.67% change from the last price of $159.63.

NVDA and MSFT: Two in a Pod

https://www.tradingview.com/chart/NVDA/j1cwONQD-NVDA-is-gaining-all-the-way-upto-160/

 If there are two stocks that really stand out winners in a 3 yr time window from here, its MSFT and NVDA hands down.

Apart from betting NVDA will be 160 in short order and MSFT breaching 500, what do you think these stocks will gain in value by 2026

By 2028, NVDA may even split again

Start parking your lots in both.

Best

Companies with supply demand issues like NVDA

 Several companies are facing supply constraints and struggling to keep up with demand for their products, similar to Nvidia's situation in the AI/data center market:

Nvidia itself is grappling with overwhelming demand for its AI chips and data center products that is outpacing its ability to increase supply quickly enough[5]. The company expects this supply-demand imbalance to continue in the near term.

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is another semiconductor company that has seen demand for its chips, especially data center CPUs and GPUs, exceed supply[2]. AMD is working to ramp up production to meet this demand.

In the networking space, companies like Arista Networks and Broadcom are benefiting from strong demand for high-speed Ethernet solutions needed for AI/data center workloads, as an alternative to Nvidia's InfiniBand offerings[3]. However, they may also face constraints in scaling supply.

Outside of semiconductors, electric vehicle makers like Tesla have faced production bottlenecks and struggled to increase manufacturing output fast enough to satisfy high consumer demand for their vehicles[1].

The supply chain challenges and inability to quickly boost production capacity to match escalating demand is a common issue faced by many companies across various sectors that are experiencing rapid growth driven by new technologies or product categories[4][5]. Careful supply chain management and capital investments in new manufacturing capacity are critical to alleviating these constraints.

Do add orcl to the list btw 

Sources

[1] Which companies (will) compete with NVIDIA for AI ? : r/stocks - Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/stocks/comments/183y1p8/which_companies_will_compete_with_nvidia_for_ai/

[2] The NVDA Alternatives: 3 Stocks Offering Superior Growth ... - Nasdaq https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/the-nvda-alternatives:-3-stocks-offering-superior-growth-prospects-to-nvidia

[3] The lesser-known stocks competing with Nvidia - Investors' Chronicle https://www.investorschronicle.co.uk/news/2024/05/21/the-lesser-known-stocks-competing-with-nvidia/

[4] Forget Nvidia: Billionaires Are Selling It and Buying These 2 ... https://www.fool.com/investing/2024/05/21/forget-nvidia-billionaires-sell-buy-supercharge-ai/

[5] Nvidia: Supply Growth Not Keeping Pace With Demand https://seekingalpha.com/article/4676087-nvidia-supply-growth-not-keeping-pace-with-demand

Goldman Sachs maintains neutral on Baxter with $36 target

 BAX is a great value play with target set to 44 actually

Top Institutional Holders

Holder	Shares	Date Reported	% Out	Value
Blackrock Inc.	60.96M	Mar 31, 2024	11.96%	2,030,739,303
Vanguard Group Inc	59.75M	Mar 31, 2024	11.72%	1,990,191,305
Dodge & Cox Inc	27.5M	Mar 31, 2024	5.40%	916,088,160
Pzena Investment Management Llc	24.41M	Mar 31, 2024	4.79%	812,944,573