Technology Hardware & Equipment

NVIDIA: The AI Empire Strikes Back (While Competitors Plot Their Revenge)

NVIDIA continues to dominate the AI revolution with the subtlety of a sledgehammer, posting Q1 FY2026 revenue of $44.1 billion (+69% YoY) while maintaining gross margins that would make luxury handbag companies jealous at 61%. But at $158 vs. our $140 fair value target, the market is pricing in perfection while AMD's MI300 series and hyperscaler custom chips make this game more competitive than ever. Meanwhile, Broadcom quietly captures 20% of AI infrastructure spend as the unsung kingmaker.

AMD: The Chiplet Revolution Meets AI Reality Check

AMD has pulled off one of tech's greatest comeback stories, transforming from Intel's perpetual runner-up into a legitimate AI and datacenter powerhouse. But here's the thing - after climbing from $10 to $200+ in just five years, and now sitting at fresh highs near $130, the easy money has definitely been made. With the stock up ~10% since June 12th alone, we're clearly in "prove it" territory.

Investing in Geothermal: Sector Trends, Key Companies, and Future Prospects

The geothermal energy sector is undergoing rapid expansion, fueled by escalating global electricity demand, projected at +4% annually through 2027. Favorable policy environments, particularly the January 2025 U.S. Executive Orders declaring a national energy emergency aimed at boosting domestic geothermal production, are providing significant growth catalysts.

Apple’s (AAPL) Tariff Threat: Supplier Risks and Investor Strategies

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a proposed 25% tariff specifically targeting Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL), applied to all iPhones sold in the U.S. not manufactured domestically. This tariff significantly elevates risks for Apple’s global supply chain and its supplier network, potentially impacting profitability, pricing, and strategic production decisions.