

Chip Stock Investor Podcast
Nicholas Rossolillo; Kasey Rossolillo
Semiconductors are the heart of the modern economy. These small devices that manipulate the flow of electricity run everything from our PCs and smartphones to our cars to manufacturing. The semiconductor industry is at an inflection point of renewed growth, powering new movements like generative AI and electric vehicles.
The Chip Stock Investor Podcast explores how semiconductors work, and especially the business of chips. Follow Nicholas and Kasey to learn how chip technology has become the engine of the world, and how to invest in its growth.
The Chip Stock Investor Podcast explores how semiconductors work, and especially the business of chips. Follow Nicholas and Kasey to learn how chip technology has become the engine of the world, and how to invest in its growth.
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Sep 6, 2024 β’ 20min
Episode 206: Crowdstrike (CRWD Stock) Still Facing Challenges After Microsoft Service Outage
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After a faulty CrowdStrike software update on July 19 caused a global Microsoft Windows outage, the endpoint cybersecurity company would like to quickly move on. So would many investors. But a quick rebound may not be happening. In this episode of Chip Stock Investor Cybersecurity Edition, Nick and Kasey explain why they're exercising more patience with this investment holding.
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Content in this video is for general information or entertainment only and is not specific or individual investment advice. Forecasts and information presented may not develop as predicted and there is no guarantee any strategies presented will be successful. All investing involves risk, and you could lose some or all of your principal.
Chapters:
00:00 Cybersecurity Industry Growth
01:58 CrowdStrike's Recent Challenges
02:40 Importance of Personal Cybersecurity
06:37 CrowdStrike's Financial Performance
07:23 Future Outlook and Guidance
11:01 Litigation and Profitability Concerns
17:01 Investment Strategy and Conclusion
#crowdstrike #crwdstock #cybersecurity #semiconductors #chips #investing #stocks #finance #financeeducation #silicon #artificialintelligence #ai #financeeducation #chipstocks #finance #stocks #investing #investor #financeeducation #stockmarket #chipstockinvestor #fablesschipdesign #chipmanufacturing #semiconductormanufacturing #semiconductorstocks
Nick and Kasey own shares of Crowdstrike

Sep 1, 2024 β’ 18min
Episode 205: Want to Invest In Elon Muskβs SpaceX? 1 Small-Cap Stock to Get Growth From Satellite Internet (FOUR Stock)
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Shift4 (FOUR) is a way to invest in Elon Musk's SpaceX Starlink satellite internet service. How is a small digital payments provider a bet on Starlink? And is now really a good time to invest in the crowded digital payments acceptance space? Chip Stock Investor explains in this video, and why Shift4 remains one of their favorite small-cap stocks for 2024 and beyond.A High-Yield Cash Account is a secondary brokerage account with Public Investing. Funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn a variable interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance. Neither Public Investing nor any of its affiliates is a bank. US only. Learn more at https://public.com/disclosures/high-yield-account
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Affiliate links that are sprinkled in throughout this video. If something catches your eye and you decide to buy it, we might earn a little coffee money. Thanks for helping us (Kasey) fuel our caffeine addiction!
Content in this video is for general information or entertainment only and is not specific or individual investment advice. Forecasts and information presented may not develop as predicted and there is no guarantee any strategies presented will be successful. All investing involves risk, and you could lose some or all of your principal.
Chapters:
00:00 Shift 4 Payments: Background and Initial Thoughts
01:20 Shift 4 Payments: Growth and Strategy
04:34 Acquisitions and Expansion
07:26 Financial Health and Risks
09:00 Starlink Partnership and International Expansion
14:37 Recap and Final Thoughts
16:50 Closing Remarks and Subscription Pitch
#shift4 #SHIFTstock #semiconductors #chips #investing #stocks #finance #financeeducation #silicon #artificialintelligence #ai #financeeducation #chipstocks #finance #stocks #investing #investor #financeeducation #stockmarket #chipstockinvestor #fablesschipdesign #chipmanufacturing #semiconductormanufacturing #semiconductorstocks
Nick and Kasey own shares of SHIFT

Aug 31, 2024 β’ 18min
Episode 204: 1 Small-Cap Stock Obliterating the Market In 2024 β Still Time to Buy? MNDY Stock
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Monday.com is a small-cap cloud software stock obliterating market returns so far in 2024. How is a small "no moat" business like this pulling it off? Does Monday.com really have sustainable advantages? And is it too late to buy? Chip Stock Investors Nick and Kasey discuss all the vital details.A High-Yield Cash Account is a secondary brokerage account with Public Investing. Funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn a variable interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance. Neither Public Investing nor any of its affiliates is a bank. US only. Learn more at https://public.com/disclosures/high-yield-account
Join us on Discord with Semiconductor Insider: https://ko-fi.com/chipstockinvestor
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Content in this video is for general information or entertainment only and is not specific or individual investment advice. Forecasts and information presented may not develop as predicted and there is no guarantee any strategies presented will be successful. All investing involves risk, and you could lose some or all of your principal.
Chapters:
00:00The Debate on Software Moats
02:00 Understanding the Digital Economy
03:21 Monday.com's Competitive Landscape
03:49 Building a Platform and Moat
07:14 Financial Highlights and Growth
14:53 Valuation and Investment Strategy
16:41 Conclusion
#mndy #workflowsoftware#semiconductors #chips #investing #stocks #finance #financeeducation #silicon #artificialintelligence #ai #financeeducation #chipstocks #finance #stocks #investing #investor #financeeducation #stockmarket #chipstockinvestor #fablesschipdesign #chipmanufacturing #semiconductormanufacturing #semiconductorstocks
Nick and Kasey own shares of monday.com

Aug 29, 2024 β’ 16min
Episode 203: Nvidia (NVDA Stock) Headed For Another Correction? Everything Investors Need to Know Now
This video is sponsored by https://www.public.com
Nvidia (NVDA) posted another monster quarter, driven by more advances in its data center segment. It's becoming undeniable that CEO Jensen Huang's company is the undisputed leader in accelerated computing, and no one will ever truly "catch up." So why is the market receiving the latest financial report with muted response? And has Chip Stock Investor's stance changed on Nvidia?
A High-Yield Cash Account is a secondary brokerage account with Public Investing. Funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn a variable interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance. Neither Public Investing nor any of its affiliates is a bank. US only. Learn more at https://public.com/disclosures/high-yield-account
Join us on Discord with Semiconductor Insider: https://ko-fi.com/chipstockinvestor
π₯π₯πGet 20 free stocks for signing up with Moomoo using our special link: https://j.moomoo.com/018m5C
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Safeguard your personal information with Aura's monitoring service β try it free for two weeks and see where your data might be lurking: https://aura.com/chipstockinvestor
π: https://www.chipstockinvestor.com
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Affiliate links that are sprinkled in throughout this video. If something catches your eye and you decide to buy it, we might earn a little coffee money. Thanks for helping us (Kasey) fuel our caffeine addiction!
Content in this video is for general information or entertainment only and is not specific or individual investment advice. Forecasts and information presented may not develop as predicted and there is no guarantee any strategies presented will be successful. All investing involves risk, and you could lose some or all of your principal.
#nvidiaai #nvidia #nvdastock #blackwell
#semiconductors #chips #investing #stocks #finance #financeeducation #silicon #artificialintelligence #ai #financeeducation #chipstocks #finance #stocks #investing #investor #financeeducation #stockmarket #chipstockinvestor #fablesschipdesign #chipmanufacturing #semiconductormanufacturing #semiconductorstocks
Nick and Kasey own shares of Nvidia

Aug 27, 2024 β’ 18min
Episode 202: Nvidia (NVDA Stock) β The Most Important Economic Report of 2024? NVDA Long-Term Analysis
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Nvidia (NVDA) is being billed as "the most important report of 2024." This isn't entirely an exaggeration. Nvidia has helped lift stocks (as measured by the S&P 500) out of the bear market, and it's driving S&P 500 earnings growth in a big way. Investors are focused on Nvidia for good reason. What's Chip Stock Investor's long-term analysis of this top semiconductor investment? Check out this Q2 fiscal 2025 earnings preview, and stay tuned for a follow-up later this week after Nvidia earnings.
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Supercharge your analysis with AI! Get 15% of your membership with our special link here: https://finchat.io/csi/
Safeguard your personal information with Aura's monitoring service β try it free for two weeks and see where your data might be lurking: https://aura.com/chipstockinvestor
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Affiliate links that are sprinkled in throughout this video. If something catches your eye and you decide to buy it, we might earn a little coffee money. Thanks for helping us (Kasey) fuel our caffeine addiction!
Content in this video is for general information or entertainment only and is not specific or individual investment advice. Forecasts and information presented may not develop as predicted and there is no guarantee any strategies presented will be successful. All investing involves risk, and you could lose some or all of your principal.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and NVIDIA Earnings Anticipation
00:58 Why NVIDIA Matters to the Economy
02:12 Debunking the Global Tech Downturn
04:30 Semiconductor Industry Insights
06:57 NVIDIA's Role in Accelerated Computing
10:13 Expectations for NVIDIA's Earnings
17:45 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
#nvidia #nvdastock #semiconductors #chips #investing #stocks #finance #financeeducation #silicon #artificialintelligence #ai #financeeducation #chipstocks #finance #stocks #investing #investor #financeeducation #stockmarket #chipstockinvestor #fablesschipdesign #chipmanufacturing #semiconductormanufacturing #semiconductorstocks
Nick and Kasey own shares of Nvidia

Aug 26, 2024 β’ 16min
Episode 201: TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Stock) Buys A New LCD Screen Fab β For Advanced Chip Packaging?
TSMC's recent acquisition of an LCD manufacturing facility has sparked intriguing discussions about its implications for the semiconductor industry. The podcast dives into the innovative role of glass substrates in chip packaging, comparing LCD and OLED technologies. Listeners learn about TSMC's expansion efforts and the potential investment opportunities in substrate manufacturing and advanced packaging. With insights on cutting-edge lithography technologies, the episode simplifies complex topics while highlighting key players and market dynamics.

Aug 26, 2024 β’ 25min
Episode 200: Is Palo Alto Networks (PANW Stock) the Ultimate Cybersecurity Investment?
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Palo Alto Networks (PANW) put up another quarter of solid results, and investors were pleased. The stock has had an epic run the last few years, and PANW has emerged as far-and-away the largest pure-play in cybersecurity. Is it still the ultimate investment in this important field right now? Chip Stock Investor breaks it down.
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Content in this video is for general information or entertainment only and is not specific or individual investment advice. Forecasts and information presented may not develop as predicted and there is no guarantee any strategies presented will be successful. All investing involves risk, and you could lose some or all of your principal.
Chapters:
00:00 Deep Dive into Palo Alto Networks
03:08 Understanding RPO and Revenue Metrics
05:39 Platformization Strategy and Its Impact
10:54 SASE and Future Growth Prospects
17:07 Financial Overview and Guidance
20:24 Valuation and Investment Perspective
24:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
#panw #paloaltonetworks #cybersecuritystocks #semiconductors #chips #investing #stocks #finance #financeeducation #silicon #artificialintelligence #ai #financeeducation #chipstocks #finance #stocks #investing #investor #financeeducation #stockmarket #chipstockinvestor #fablesschipdesign #chipmanufacturing #semiconductormanufacturing #semiconductorstocks
Nick and Kasey own shares of PANW

Aug 26, 2024 β’ 33min
Episode 199: Donβt Know About Palantir Yet? A No-Hype No-Nonsense Review (PLTR Stock)
Wondering what Palantir does in AI? And whether it's a great investment? Due to popular demand, Chip Stock Investor did a deep dive into this top AI software stock. We discuss everything you need to get you up to speed with Palantir.
ETF Video: https://youtu.be/-56YZmTYypc
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ππ Chip Stock Investor offers a premium membership that gives you:
Community: π Connect with other investors interested in chip (and everything else) stocks.
Direct Access: π£οΈπ¦Chat with the Chip Stock Investor experts Nick and Kasey.
Insider Knowledge: π€πGain valuable insights into the market.
Resources: πππDownload show notes and access exclusive content.
Join us: https://ko-fi.com/chipstockinvestor
Not interested in monthly membership? You can still purchase individual show notes or industry manuals in our Ko-Fi shop.
π: https://www.chipstockinvestor.com
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Affiliate links you might like to try:
π₯π₯πGet 20 free stocks for signing up with Moomoo using our special link: https://j.moomoo.com/018m5C
We use data, charts, and KPI's from our friends at Finchat.io. Supercharge your analysis with AI! Get 15% of your membership with our special link here: ππ½ππ½ππ½https://finchat.io/csi/
Protect your digital footprint and regain control of your personal information with Aura's comprehensive monitoring service β we were shocked to discover where our own data ended up! If you want to try it out, here is a two week free trial link: https://aura.com/chipstockinvestor
These affiliate links that are sprinkled in throughout this video. If something catches your eye and you decide to buy it, we might earn a little coffee money. Thanks for helping us (Kasey) fuel our caffeine addiction!
Content in this video is for general information or entertainment only and is not specific or individual investment advice. Forecasts and information presented may not develop as predicted and there is no guarantee any strategies presented will be successful. All investing involves risk, and you could lose some or all of your principal.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Palantir
01:23 Understanding Palantir's Business
03:21 Palantir's Market Position and Competitors
06:37 Palantir's AI and Software Applications
09:54 Commercial vs. Government Revenue
24:37 Palantir's Financial Health
29:06 Investment Considerations and Valuation
32:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
#palantir #semiconductors #chips #investing #stocks #finance #financeeducation #silicon #artificialintelligence #ai #financeeducation #chipstocks #finance #stocks #investing #investor #financeeducation #stockmarket #chipstockinvestor #fablesschipdesign #chipmanufacturing #semiconductormanufacturing #semiconductorstocks

Aug 26, 2024 β’ 18min
Episode 198: 3 Small-Cap Chip Stocks to Avoid in 2024
In 2023, we outlined 3 small-cap chip stocks to avoid in 2023, and we haven't changed our mind in 2024. In this episode of Chip Stock Investor, we discuss why we're still not interested in buying indie Semiconductor, Navitas Semiconductor, and Wolfspeed in our small-cap portfolio. Learn why these companies don't meet our investment criteria, and why saying no to investing in stocks is an essential skill for investors.
This video is sponsored by https://www.public.com
A High-Yield Cash Account is a secondary brokerage account with Public Investing. Funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn a variable interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance. Neither Public Investing nor any of its affiliates is a bank. US only. Learn more at https://public.com/disclosures/high-yield-account
Videos referenced:
https://youtu.be/reN4K9Qb3e8?si=lgy7fRbcLa0gmbeY
https://youtu.be/GMWSKEKWibY?si=XKnjYNs_4bbcO46u
https://youtu.be/JVra_eShSXk?si=weGIUC1pzHOI5EFj
ππ Chip Stock Investor offers a premium membership that gives you:
Community: π Connect with other investors interested in chip (and everything else) stocks.
Direct Access: π£οΈπ¦Chat with the Chip Stock Investor experts Nick and Kasey.
Insider Knowledge: π€πGain valuable insights into the market.
Resources: πππDownload show notes and access exclusive content.
Join us: https://ko-fi.com/chipstockinvestor
Not interested in monthly membership? You can still purchase individual show notes or industry manuals in our Ko-Fi shop.
π: https://www.chipstockinvestor.com
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Affiliate links you might like to try:
π₯π₯πGet 20 free stocks for signing up with Moomoo using our special link: https://j.moomoo.com/018m5C
We use data, charts, and KPI's from our friends at Finchat.io. Supercharge your analysis with AI! Get 15% of your membership with our special link here: ππ½ππ½ππ½https://finchat.io/csi/
Protect your digital footprint and regain control of your personal information with Aura's comprehensive monitoring service β we were shocked to discover where our own data ended up! If you want to try it out, here is a two week free trial link: https://aura.com/chipstockinvestor
These affiliate links that are sprinkled in throughout this video. If something catches your eye and you decide to buy it, we might earn a little coffee money. Thanks for helping us (Kasey) fuel our caffeine addiction!
Content in this video is for general information or entertainment only and is not specific or individual investment advice. Forecasts and information presented may not develop as predicted and there is no guarantee any strategies presented will be successful. All investing involves risk, and you could lose some or all of your principal.
Chapters:
00:00Why We Passed on Indie, Navitas, and Wolfspeed
01:51 Investor Habits and Small Cap Stocks
02:57 Indie Semiconductor: A Closer Look
08:05 Navitas Semiconductor: Financial Health
10:56 Wolfspeed: Market Position and Challenges
15:24 Valuation Metrics and Final Thoughts
17:56 Conclusion and Additional Resources
#indiesemi #navitas #wolfspeed #semiconductors #chips #investing #stocks #finance #financeeducation #silicon #artificialintelligence #ai #financeeducation #chipstocks #finance #stocks #investing #investor #financeeducation #stockmarket #chipstockinvestor #fablesschipdesign #chipmanufacturing #semiconductormanufacturing #semiconductorstocks

Aug 26, 2024 β’ 16min
Episode 197: Applied Materials (AMAT Stock) Signals Massive AI Growth For the Next 15 Years
The discussion revolves around Applied Materials' role in driving AI growth for the next 15 years. The hosts highlight the company's resilience during market challenges and its shifts towards energy-efficient semiconductor production. Innovations in materials engineering play a key role, alongside the promising growth in advanced packaging. Valuation insights and the impact of legal challenges add depth, setting the stage for potential future earnings despite existing risks.


