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What's the best part of the semiconductor supply chain to invest in?I ran some quality growth metrics for each part. Here are some helpful findings:- CAPEX: The highest capital expenditure is found in the fabs (so $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ $GLOBALFOUNDRIES Inc.(GFS)$ ). Although high levels are also found with chip designers.- SBC: High levels are found particularly with the EDAs (so $Cadence Design(CDNS)$ and $Synopsys(SNPS)$ ), and also some of the designers ( $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ ).- ROC: High levels are found with the EDAs and equipment manufacturers.- Growth: H

Recently, $ASML Holding NV(ASML)$ investors faced disappointing news. The chip manufacturing giant reported third-quarter results that fell short of expectations and lowered its sales forecast for 2025. Following the announcement, the stock plummeted 16% on the first day and another 6% the next.This shockwave was so intense that it dragged the entire chip industry down, putting pressure even on leaders like $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ . As a frontrunner in the semiconductor sector, ASML has seen some slowdown in demand for its lithography machines, and investors interpreted this as a sign of trouble across the board.A Buying Opportunity？However, with the historical volatility in order bookings, savvy investors mi

I. Performance and Valuation of Global Equity Indices Data source: Bloomberg, 2024/10/14-2024/10/20, compiled by Tiger Brokers II. Key Market Themes i. The U.S. economy continues to strengthen, and Fed officials suggest a slowdown in rate cuts—can rate cut trades persist? Last week, the U.S. released September retail consumption data, with a month-over-month increase of 0.43%, significantly surpassing market expectations of 0.3%. Excluding gasoline and automobiles, retail sales rose 0.7% month-over-month, with significant increases in the food services and beverage sectors. Additionally, initial jobless claims last week recorded 241,000, better than the market's expected 260,000. At the same time, Fed officials made positive remarks this week. Fed Governor Waller stated, "As long as t

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This week, the global chip industry felt like it was on a roller coaster. Dutch lithography giant $ASML Holding NV(ASML)$ reported disappointing results as customer orders fell short of expectations, hitting a three-year low. As market is wondering if the AI-driven chip boom had finally come to an end, $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ exceeded all expectations and rekindled the market’s optimism. TSMC’s revenue grew by 39% year-on-year, net profit surged by 54%, and its gross profit margin reached a record high. The market’s anxiety instantly flipped into euphoria, with TSMC’s stock soaring over 12% at one point, and its market cap breaking the $1 trillion mark.Advance process technology and extre

TSM Joins the $1 Trillion Market Cap Club: Can It Get Even More Valuable? In a historic moment for the tech industry, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), a leading player in the semiconductor sector, has achieved a remarkable milestone: entering the exclusive $1 trillion market capitalization club. The milestone places TSMC in a league with tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, and Alphabet. But now that TSMC has reached this rarefied status, the big question arises: can it get even more valuable? The Road to $1 Trillion TSMC’s journey to a $1 trillion market cap has been driven by its role as the dominant force in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. The company produces advanced chips for some of the world’s most important tech companies, including Apple, NVIDIA, and Qua

$Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ recently joined the exclusive $1 trillion market cap club, with its stock hitting $212 on the back of strong Q3 2024 earnings. The company reported a net profit of T$325.3 billion ($10.11 billion), exceeding analysts' expectations. Given TSMC’s role as the dominant player in AI chip manufacturing, particularly for clients like Nvidia and Apple, investors are questioning whether the stock can double again or if it’s time to take profits. Fundamentals: A Look at TSMC’s Growth Drivers TSMC’s impressive 36.5% revenue growth year-over-year in Q3 2024 reflects its robust position in the semiconductor industry. A significant chunk of this growth is fueled by the surging demand for AI chips, used in everything from

$NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ 's stock has surged nearly 180% this year, with a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of over 40 times. This has sparked intense debate on Wall Street about whether it's "too expensive." Among the top seven U.S. tech giants, NVIDIA has outperformed, leaving $Meta Platforms, Inc.(META)$ behind by more than 116%.Recently, analysts like Vivek Arya and Duksan Jang from Bank of America described buying NVIDIA as a "once-in-a-generation opportunity." They believe the stock’s valuation remains attractive, with a price/earnings to growth (PEG) ratio of just 0.6x, far below the 1.9x average of the other "Mag 7" companies.Goldman Sachs also chimed in, stating that NVIDIA’s pricing is reasonabl

Kudos to astute investors who seized the opportunity to buy the dip in $VanEck Semiconductor ETF(SMH)$  $Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares(SOXL)$  following $ASML Holding NV(ASML)$ 's plunge post-earnings release. Those who timed the market correctly are now riding the coattails of $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ 's impressive surge. For those who missed the initial dip, fear not! With earnings season still underway, there's ample upside potential remaining. Consider buying the dip to capitalize on the semiconductor sector's momentum. All eyes on 

TSMC Hits $1 Trillion Market Cap, Setting New Benchmark for Asian Companies On Thursday, $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$   announced a substantial 54% increase in net profit for the September quarter, reaching NT$325.3 billion ($10.1 billion), surpassing expectations. The company also projected fourth-quarter revenues between $26.1 billion and $26.9 billion, exceeding forecasts of $24.9 billion. In the third quarter, revenue from 3-nanometer wafer shipments constituted 20% of the total, while 5-nanometer and 7-nanometer technologies contributed 32% and 17%, respectively. Collectively, advanced technologies, which include 7-nanometer and more sophisticated processes, made up 69% of the total wa

As $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ eyes a market cap of over $1 trillion, several factors—both internal and external—will influence its future performance.1. External Factors: Competition, Geopolitics, and Economic EnvironmentTSMC is directly tied to the semiconductor industry's health, which is cyclical and subject to significant demand and price fluctuations. While the recovery of the global semiconductor market and growing demand for high-performance computing, smartphones, and AI devices present opportunities, a downturn could negatively impact TSMC's results.Intense competition from firms like $Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.(SSNLF)$ and $Intel(INTC)$

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$NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$  $Phunware, Inc.(PHUN)$   US stock futures were mostly higher Thursday after the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a record Wednesday after Wall Street rebounded from a tech-driven slide. These stocks were poised to make moves Thursday: TSMC, Nvidia - U.S.-listed shares of TSMC were rising 7.6% in premarket trading after the Taiwanese chip maker reported third-quarter earnings that surged 54% from a year earlier to a record 325.26 billion New Taiwan dollars ($10.1 billion), driven by demand related to artificial intelligence. Taiwan Semiconductor, which is the main producer of chips designed by Nvidia, said re

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If there was any concern about the health of the artificial-intelligence chip market currently, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) put that to rest with its latest results. That sparked a rally in some AI stocks on Thursday, though Nvidia shares $(NVDA)$ pared gains and failed to notch a new record close, despite having been on track for one earlier in the day. The stock's current closing high is $138.07, hit on Monday, but Nvidia ended at $136.93 on Thursday. Shares did touch as high as $140.89 on Thursday for their first new intraday high since June, according to Dow Jones Market Data. Shares of Advanced Micro Devices Inc. $(AMD)$ gave back most of its gains as well, ending the day essentially flat. AMD's stock is more shorted than Broadcom Inc.'s $(AVGO)$, Mizuho desk-based a

$NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$   This is an excerpt from MarketWatch : If there was any concern about the health of the artificial-intelligence chip market currently, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) put that to rest with its latest results. That sparked a rally in some AI stocks on Thursday, though Nvidia shares $(NVDA)$ pared gains and failed to notch a new record close, despite having been on track for one earlier in the day. The stock's current closing high is $138.07, hit on Monday, but Nvidia ended at $136.93 on Thursday. Shares did touch as high as $140.89 on Thursday for their first new intraday high since June, according to Dow Jones Market Data. Shares of Advanced Micro Devices Inc. $(AMD)$ gave bac

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After seeing $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$  give an upbeat report while $ASML Holding NV(ASML)$  delivered a less favorable one, it's quite sure which company might be struggling. 👀 $Intel(INTC)$  

TSM Joins the $1 Trillion Market Cap Club: Can It Get Even More Valuable? In a historic moment for the tech industry, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), a leading player in the semiconductor sector, has achieved a remarkable milestone: entering the exclusive $1 trillion market capitalization club. The milestone places TSMC in a league with tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, and Alphabet. But now that TSMC has reached this rarefied status, the big question arises: can it get even more valuable? The Road to $1 Trillion TSMC’s journey to a $1 trillion market cap has been driven by its role as the dominant force in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. The company produces advanced chips for some of the world’s most important tech companies, including Apple, NVIDIA, and Qua

$ASML Holding NV(ASML)$ dropped 16% after missing third-quarter earnings and revenue expectations. $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ also struggled, failing to break above $140 and slipping 4.5% on Tuesday. $Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$ fell 5%, and $Broadcom(AVGO)$ lost 3.47%, while $Direxion Daily Semiconductors Bear 3x Shares(SOXS)$ surged 15%.What’s your move—buy more or lock in profits?What are your trading strategies in this volatile chip market?🎁Special Notes: Whoever showed up on the” What the Tigers Say” column will receive 100 Tiger Coins and an exclusive interview invitation to hono

This week, the global chip industry felt like it was on a roller coaster. Dutch lithography giant $ASML Holding NV(ASML)$ reported disappointing results as customer orders fell short of expectations, hitting a three-year low. As market is wondering if the AI-driven chip boom had finally come to an end, $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ exceeded all expectations and rekindled the market’s optimism. TSMC’s revenue grew by 39% year-on-year, net profit surged by 54%, and its gross profit margin reached a record high. The market’s anxiety instantly flipped into euphoria, with TSMC’s stock soaring over 12% at one point, and its market cap breaking the $1 trillion mark.Advance process technology and extre

$NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$   This is an excerpt from MarketWatch : If there was any concern about the health of the artificial-intelligence chip market currently, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) put that to rest with its latest results. That sparked a rally in some AI stocks on Thursday, though Nvidia shares $(NVDA)$ pared gains and failed to notch a new record close, despite having been on track for one earlier in the day. The stock's current closing high is $138.07, hit on Monday, but Nvidia ended at $136.93 on Thursday. Shares did touch as high as $140.89 on Thursday for their first new intraday high since June, according to Dow Jones Market Data. Shares of Advanced Micro Devices Inc. $(AMD)$ gave bac

I. Performance and Valuation of Global Equity Indices Data source: Bloomberg, 2024/10/14-2024/10/20, compiled by Tiger Brokers II. Key Market Themes i. The U.S. economy continues to strengthen, and Fed officials suggest a slowdown in rate cuts—can rate cut trades persist? Last week, the U.S. released September retail consumption data, with a month-over-month increase of 0.43%, significantly surpassing market expectations of 0.3%. Excluding gasoline and automobiles, retail sales rose 0.7% month-over-month, with significant increases in the food services and beverage sectors. Additionally, initial jobless claims last week recorded 241,000, better than the market's expected 260,000. At the same time, Fed officials made positive remarks this week. Fed Governor Waller stated, "As long as t

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company ( $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ ) has been a key player in the global semiconductor industry, commanding widespread attention from investors and analysts alike. The company’s upcoming earnings report on October 17, 2024, has ignited discussions on whether it can beat expectations and make a return to its once-glorious $1 trillion market cap. Several factors, including a sharp increase in recent sales and robust demand for AI-driven chip technologies, fuel the optimism surrounding TSMC’s performance. However, a closer look at these signals and the broader semiconductor industry reveals the potential and challenges that could either propel TSMC forward or keep its market value in check. Sales Sur

The $.SPX(.SPX)$ and $.IXIC(.IXIC)$ returned 1.13% and 1.19%, respectively, last week.Major market movers include $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ (+7.91%), $Eli Lilly(LLY)$ (+5.06%), $JPMorgan Chase(JPM)$ (+5.24%), $Uber(UBER)$ (+16.24%), $Wells Fargo(WFC)$ (+7.08%), $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ (-12.91%), $Alphabet(GOOG)$ (-2.29%), $Meta Platforms, Inc.(META)$ (-1.01%),

Last night, $ASML Holding NV(ASML)$ suffered a severe blow, with its stock plunging 16%, marking its biggest one-day drop in 26 years. In a time when companies like $Broadcom(AVGO)$ and $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ are hitting all-time highs, how did the dominant lithography machine maker like ASML come crashing down?1.Earnings ShockThis downturn is tied to ASML’s unexpected Q3 earnings report. The company reported new orders of just €2.63 billion, far below analysts’ expectations of €5.39 billion. They also lowered their 2025 revenue guidance from €30 billion-€40 billion to €30 billion - €35 billion and adjusted gross margin expectations down from 54

TSMC Hits $1 Trillion Market Cap, Setting New Benchmark for Asian Companies On Thursday, $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$   announced a substantial 54% increase in net profit for the September quarter, reaching NT$325.3 billion ($10.1 billion), surpassing expectations. The company also projected fourth-quarter revenues between $26.1 billion and $26.9 billion, exceeding forecasts of $24.9 billion. In the third quarter, revenue from 3-nanometer wafer shipments constituted 20% of the total, while 5-nanometer and 7-nanometer technologies contributed 32% and 17%, respectively. Collectively, advanced technologies, which include 7-nanometer and more sophisticated processes, made up 69% of the total wa

$NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$  $Phunware, Inc.(PHUN)$   US stock futures were mostly higher Thursday after the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a record Wednesday after Wall Street rebounded from a tech-driven slide. These stocks were poised to make moves Thursday: TSMC, Nvidia - U.S.-listed shares of TSMC were rising 7.6% in premarket trading after the Taiwanese chip maker reported third-quarter earnings that surged 54% from a year earlier to a record 325.26 billion New Taiwan dollars ($10.1 billion), driven by demand related to artificial intelligence. Taiwan Semiconductor, which is the main producer of chips designed by Nvidia, said re

$Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ is set to hold its Q3 2024 earnings call this Thursday, and the market is optimistic. The primary reason? The robust demand for advanced processes. Major tech companies like $Apple(AAPL)$ $Qualcomm(QCOM)$ $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ $Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$ have already booked TSMC's 3nm capacity, with orders extending into 2025. On Monday, TSMC's stock hit an intraday all-time high of $194.25, closing at $192.21.3nm Capacity Demand to Skyrocket by 2025The demand for TSMC’s 3nm process is expected to surge in 2025, thanks to the strong demand

As $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ eyes a market cap of over $1 trillion, several factors—both internal and external—will influence its future performance.1. External Factors: Competition, Geopolitics, and Economic EnvironmentTSMC is directly tied to the semiconductor industry's health, which is cyclical and subject to significant demand and price fluctuations. While the recovery of the global semiconductor market and growing demand for high-performance computing, smartphones, and AI devices present opportunities, a downturn could negatively impact TSMC's results.Intense competition from firms like $Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.(SSNLF)$ and $Intel(INTC)$

TSMC Earnings Preview | Are Q3 Results and Q4 Guidance Poised to Beat Expectations After September Sales Surprise? $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$  , the world's leading semiconductor foundry, is set to release its 2024 Q3 earnings results on October 17th, ET. The sales report for September, released by the company last week, indicates that the Q3 sales exceeded expectations, with a year-on-year growth of 39% to TWD 759.69 billion ($23.59 billion), surpassing the top end of its guided range of $23.2 billion. Year-to-date, $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$  's total sales have reached TWD 2025.85 billion, representing a

$NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$  The dotcom bubble of the late 1990s and early 2000s was characterized by an explosion of internet-based companies, many of which were speculative with little to no profits. The stock market soared on the promise of internet-driven growth, but many of these companies had weak fundamentals, leading to the burst of the bubble in 2000-2001. Stocks in unprofitable tech companies crashed, wiping out massive amounts of market value. Key Differences with AI-driven Market (NVDA, TSM) 1. Stronger Fundamentals: Unlike the dotcom bubble, today’s AI companies like $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$  NVIDIA (NVDA) and $Taiwan Semicond

$Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ just reported impressive sales figures and is set to release its Q3 earnings this week. As a leading player in chip manufacturing, TSMC remains one of the biggest beneficiaries of the AI boom, thanks to growth from NVIDIA and other companies.Earnings and ForecastWhile we await TSMC's earnings, cash flow, and outlook for Q4, Wall Street analysts project Q3 earnings per share (EPS) to be around $1.79. This would represent a 39% increase year-over-year, with revenue also expected to rise by 30%. Analysts anticipate that earnings and revenue growth will align, indicating stable profit margins.On one hand, TSMC’s growth in revenue and production could lead to increased operating leverage and corresponding profit

Market Overview: Tech Sector Remains Strong Amid Growing Semiconductor Demand Global semiconductor demand continues to rise as the world becomes increasingly dependent on advanced technology. The ongoing demand for memory chips, driven by the rise of AI, 5G, and cloud computing, supports Lam Research Corporation $Lam Research(LRCX)$  is a key player in the semiconductor equipment market. With the recent announcement of strong revenue growth and healthy profitability margins, LRCX is well-positioned to benefit from these favorable market conditions. However, the broader tech sector remains vulnerable to macroeconomic factors such as inflation and rising interest rates, which could put pressure on valuations, particula

Overview of Overall Markets The recent devastation in North Carolina, caused by Hurricane Helene, has had an outsized impact on the semiconductor industry. As one of the world's leading chipmakers, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$  relies on quartz from Spruce Pine mines in North Carolina. These mines, which control 85% of the global quartz market crucial for semiconductor manufacturing, are now facing production disruptions. This has raised concerns about TSMC's supply chain and may affect operations. However, TSMC remains well-positioned to weather this challenge, given its industry dominance and strategic importance to major tech players like NVIDIA

$Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ recently joined the exclusive $1 trillion market cap club, with its stock hitting $212 on the back of strong Q3 2024 earnings. The company reported a net profit of T$325.3 billion ($10.11 billion), exceeding analysts' expectations. Given TSMC’s role as the dominant player in AI chip manufacturing, particularly for clients like Nvidia and Apple, investors are questioning whether the stock can double again or if it’s time to take profits. Fundamentals: A Look at TSMC’s Growth Drivers TSMC’s impressive 36.5% revenue growth year-over-year in Q3 2024 reflects its robust position in the semiconductor industry. A significant chunk of this growth is fueled by the surging demand for AI chips, used in everything from

Overview of the Markets ASML Holding N.V. $ASML Holding NV(ASML)$   has positioned itself as a key player in the semiconductor industry, providing advanced lithography systems that are critical for chip manufacturing. As the demand for smaller, more efficient chips grows, ASML’s machines become increasingly essential, particularly their EUV lithography tools which are required to manufacture chips smaller than 10 nanometers. With the global push toward technological advancement, including the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), 5G networks, and autonomous vehicles, the semiconductor industry is expected to witness rapid growth, benefiting key suppliers like ASML. While the overall market may face some hea

$Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ just released its third-quarter earnings, and the results are staggering!Revenue and Profit - Revenue hit $23.5 billion, up 36% year-over-year, surpassing the upper end of management's guidance of $23.2 billion.- Gross margin soared to 57.8%, well above the guidance of 55.5%.- Net profit reached a historic $10.06 billion, a huge 50.9% increase, far exceeding analysts' expectations, with a net margin of 42.8%.Unsurprisingly, after this blowout report, TSMC’s stock surged nearly 7% in after-hours trading, breaking the $200 mark.The driving force? AI. In Q3, high-performance computing (HPC) contributed 51% of revenue, growing 11% quarter-over-quarter. Smartphones made up 34% of revenue, increasing 16%. IoT and