

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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Jul 1, 2024 โข 30min
Episode 167: Nvidia Started A Data Center Energy Race โ 1 New Stock Powering the Trend? GEV Analysis
Delve into GE Vernova's role in tackling energy demands in data centers. Explore the company's revenue breakdown, growth trends, and financial aspects. Analyze GE's transition to cleaner energy solutions and the financial outlook post-separation. Uncover the significance of energy data software providers in managing power usage.

Jun 28, 2024 โข 24min
Episode 166: Micronโs (MU) Epic Good News For AI Chip Stocks โ Time to Buy Now?
Join us on Chip Stock Investor as we delve into Micronโs (MU) impressive Q3 2024 earnings, revealing a remarkable $6.8 billion in revenueโup 82% year-over-year. Nick and Kasey discuss why AI is a major growth driver for the memory chip industry and Micron's ambitious projections for fiscal year 2025. We'll also explore the broader semiconductor industry's recovery and high demand across various sectors like data centers, automotive, and consumer electronics.
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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.
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Chapters:
(00:00) Micron's Impressive Q3 2024 Earnings
(00:52) Understanding High Bandwidth Memory (HBM)
(02:15) Micron's Role in AI and Market Dynamics
(03:31) Stock Price vs. Financial Reality
(07:29) Data Center and Storage Market Insights
(08:53) Consumer Electronics and Automotive Market
(11:30) Micron's Future Projections and Valuation
(17:07) CapEx Spending and Industry Impact
(20:40) Concluding Thoughts on Micron and the Semiconductor Market
Nick and Kasey own shares of Micron

Jun 28, 2024 โข 20min
Episode 165: The Chip Stocks Powering the Next Leg Up of the Bull Market In 2024? AI Supercycle Update
Join Chip Stock Investor as we dive deep into the AI supercycle and explore the semiconductor manufacturing equipment and packaging companies poised for significant growth. Discover the FAB Five, industry trends, and government-funded projects boosting semiconductor capacities worldwide. Don't miss out on key insights and our top stock picks.
Link to the "Semiconductor Manufacturing and Chip Packaging Equipment Stocks โ Investing 2024 Update" Manual: https://ko-fi.com/s/ad4a9f5a23
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Insider Knowledge: ๐ค๐ญGain valuable insights into the chip stock market.
Resources: ๐๐๐Download show notes and access exclusive content.
Friends: ๐ Join a welcoming Discord community.
How to Join:
Visit our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3aD-gfmHV_MhMmcwyIu1wA/join
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We use data, charts, and KPI's from our friends at Finchaat.io. Supercharge your analysis with AI! Get 15% of your membership with our special link here: https://finchat.io/csi/
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) The AI Infrastructure Market
(03:46) Global Semiconductor Manufacturing Expansion
(09:12) The FAB Five: Key Players in Semiconductor Equipment
(11:08) Valuation and Performance of Top Companies
(15:53) Current Portfolio and Future Bets
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Nick and Kasey own shares of Lam Research, Applied Materials, ASML, Onto Innovation, KLA Corp.

Jun 28, 2024 โข 26min
Episode 164: The NVIDIA of Data Center Power Chip Stocks? And Next 10-For-1 Stock Split Candidate? MPWR Analysis
In this episode of Chip Stock Investor, we dive into Monolithic Power Systems (MPWR) and explore why it could be the Nvidia of data center and AI power chips! Discover the notable similarities between Monolithic Power and Nvidia's business model, and understand how Monolithic Power has achieved significant growth despite a general downturn in the auto and industrial segments.
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How to Join:
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We use data, charts, and KPI's from our friends at Finchaat.io. Supercharge your analysis with AI! Get 15% of your membership with our special link here: https://finchat.io/csi/
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.
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Chapters:
(00:00) Monolithic Power Systems: An Introduction
(00:57) Confession: Picking the Wrong Stock
(02:17) Monolithic Power's Market Segmentation
(03:35) The Fabless Advantage
(05:22) Monolithic Power's Growth Strategy
(12:35) Financial Performance and Future Prospects
(22:36) Comparing Monolithic Power and On Semiconductor
Nick and Kasey own shares of Nvidia and On Semiconductor

Jun 21, 2024 โข 24min
Episode 163: 2024 Hot Chip Stocks You Can't Miss: Nvidia, Qualcomm, Pure Storage And More!
Join us for a mid-year review of our top chip stock picks for 2024! In this video, we delve into our biggest pick, Nvidia (NVDA), its growth and AI market implications, and explore other top performers like Qualcomm (QCOM) and Pure Storage (PSTG). We'll discuss why some stocks soared, while a few stumbled, and share insights into opportunities and trends in the semiconductor industry for the second half of the year. Don't miss out on these essential updates and strategic tips for your investment portfolio!
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How to Join:
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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 Mid-Year Review Overview
03:09 NVIDIA: The Leading Chip Stock
08:38 Qualcomm's Surprising Growth
10:45 Pure Storage: The Unexpected AI Stock
14:25 Lattice Semiconductor's Setback
16:01 Silicon Motion and Small Cap Bets
18:03 Industrial Semiconductor Market Insights
22:25 Final Thoughts and Bonus Pick
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Nick and Kasey own shares of everything we talk about in this video.

Jun 20, 2024 โข 22min
Episode 162: Hot Stocks Of Summer 2024: Top Picks And Mid-year Update!
Join us at Chip Stock Investor as we dive into our mid-year review for 2024, assessing the performance of our non-chip stock top picks. What will help Amazon (AMZN) stock continue to outperform? How did Crocs (CROX) surge nearly 70%? What's behind Arcadium Lithium's (ALTM) dumpster fire status, and Salesforce (CRM) stockโs recent dip? We review what happened, our expectations for the second half of 2024, and some of our favorite buy stocks now.
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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.
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Chapters:
(00:00) 2024 Stock Picks Overview
(01:46) Non-Chip Stocks Performance
(03:08) Amazon's Surprising Performance
(04:26) Salesforce and ServiceNow Analysis
(06:00) Airbnb's Financial Highlights
(08:41) Shoe Companies: On Running and Crocs
(14:13) Shift4 Payments and Small Cap Strategy
(16:16) Arcadium Lithium: A Struggling Stock
(19:02) New Additions to the Portfolio
Nick and Kasey own shares of everything in this video!

Jun 18, 2024 โข 25min
Episode 161: Where Would AI Chip Stocks (Nvidia Included) Be Without Lasers? Coherent Scores A Top AI Chip CEO
Chip Stock Investor delves into Coherent's business model after poaching top CEO Jim Anderson from Lattice Semi. AI system designers like Nvidia (NVDA) rely heavily on photonics to make high-performance accelerated compute in data centers possible. Could Anderson's move be indicative of great things to come for Coherent stock? Should investors buy, or wait and see? Nick and Kasey discuss what's going on behind the scenes in this AI hardware and infrastructure video.
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Nick and Kasey own shares of Lattice Semiconductor

Jun 16, 2024 โข 28min
Episode 160: Move Over Nvidia (NVDA), Thereโs Another AI 10-For-1 Stock Split Happening โ Is Broadcom Stock A Buy Now? (AVGO)
As investors continue to hunt down top AI stocks to buy now, Broadcom just joined Nvidia and others in announcing a 10-for-1 stock split. There have also been some top chip stock IPOs, and one of them, Raspberry Pi, is closely tied to Broadcom. As AI chips heat up, is Broadcom stock still a top buy? Don't miss this update from Chip Stock Investor to find out!
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Nick and Kasey own shares of Broadcom

Jun 14, 2024 โข 19min
Episode 159: The Hidden Formula Behind Airbnbโs (ABNB) Skyrocketing Profits -- Is ABNB Stock A Buy?
Airbnb (ABNB) has revolutionized the real estate market by vastly increasing profit margins through short-term stays and its online marketplace model. Chip Stock Investor discusses the company's impressive financial performance, growth trends, and potential risks. Learn why Airbnb is a compelling investment opportunity alongside Booking Holdings (BKNG), and explore the latest additions to their platform aimed at enhancing traveler and vacationer experiences. Don't miss our insights on Airbnb's valuation after recent pullbacks and the future trajectory of the travel and experiences and online booking industry.
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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 Airbnb in the New Economy
01:32 Understanding the Market Spectrum
02:41 The 80/20 Rule and Real Estate
04:36 Airbnb's Business Model and Profit Margins
05:56 Airbnb's Financial Performance
07:23 Risks and Challenges for Airbnb
09:37 Airbnb's New Ventures: Icons and Experiences
11:28 Valuation and Investment Insights
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Nick and Kasey own shares of

Jun 12, 2024 โข 19min
Episode 158: The Secret Stocks Powering the Future of AI โ What Investors Need to Know Right Now
In this Chip Stock Investor episode, we dive into the recent rise of Onto Innovation within the semiconductor metrology and PDC equipment market. Learn how Onto, Nova, and CamTek are advancing in wafer fab and chip packaging, and why Onto's stock has skyrocketed by 160% since early 2023. We also explore Onto's key products like the Firefly G3 and Jet Step X 500 systems, their growth drivers, and revenue trends amidst AI hardware R&D. Discover the potential future growth of Onto Innovation and its peers through 2027, as well as current stock valuations and investment insights.
What to watch:
https://youtu.be/F3BYHH6HGq4
https://youtu.be/TK46dFRTG2I
https://youtu.be/iMhmseQ_t6A
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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 Onto Innovation: A Key Player in Semiconductor Manufacturing
01:15 Understanding Metrology and PDC in Semiconductor Manufacturing
02:30 Technologies Behind Metrology Equipment
04:10 Stock Performance and Market Position of Onto Innovation
05:26 Onto Innovation's Growth and Market Trends
09:31 Revenue Analysis and Future Projections
14:42 Is Onto Innovation Stock a Buy?
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Nick and Kasey own shares of Onto Innovation


