Can Nvidia Propel to New Highs After a Record Run?
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Is Nvidia the Kingmaker of AI?
As the investing world comes to grips with the widespread economic implications of artificial intelligence (AI), Nvidia continues to present itself as the leader in this transition. The company continues to churn out chips needed for AI systems, but that’s not the only angle it’s playing.
Nvidia is also keenly positioned in the data center market, which is already valuated at over $1 trillion. And it just so happens that many of the chips they manufacture are needed to maintain these data centers, which puts Nvidia in a nice circular economic system.
Moreover, these systems need to be reequipped through a full upgrade cycle ever 4-5 years. This means strong recurring revenue down the line. Whether or not this is already priced into the story is a matter up for debate.
Traders that think Nvidia can continue to deliver for investors near-term may find an opportunity with Direxion’s Daily NVDA Bull 2X Shares (Ticker: NVDU), which seeks daily investment results, before fees and expenses, of 200% of the performance of Nvidia Corporation common stock.
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What if All Future Growth is Priced In?
The big risk shares of Nvidia face in the near-term is the possibility that all of this future revenue and earnings growth are already priced in. Granted, the semiconductor industry had a mini contraction a couple years ago, and Nvidia emerged from the downturn as a leader in the space.
The company’s next earnings report is on May 22. If for some reason, results come in below estimates, it could lead to a corrective decline in this stock. Moreover, we have to consider the prospects of an economic contraction due to concerns of another inflationary wave coming over markets.
Last time inflation* expectations surged in 2021 and 2022, it was not a good time for chip and tech stocks. Keep an eye on the upcoming inflation report which is set to be released on May 15. If it comes in hot, it could be a warning sign for the broader tech sector.
Traders that think downside risks are mounting in Nvidia may find an opportunity with Direxion’s Daily NVDA Bear 1X Shares (Ticker: NVDD), which seeks daily investment results, before fees and expenses, of the inverse performance of Nvidia Corporation common stock.
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