Garrett King

A seasoned financial advisor and equity investment specialist with over 35 years of experience in financial markets, he has served as a senior investment manage

[Garrett King @GarrettKing365]

CrowdStrike is another name getting attention this morning.

Strong results + AI tailwinds = cybersecurity back on the radar.

AI doesn't just create demand for GPUs.

It also creates more demand for securing all those new workloads.

#NVDA #AIStocks #StockMarket

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The market doesn't look panicked this morning.

It looks cautious.

That's an important distinction.

Investors are waiting for information before making the next big move. #NVDA #AIStocks #StockMarket

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The yen strengthened against the dollar following joint U.S.-Japan foreign exchange intervention aimed at supporting the Japanese currency.
#Yen #USDJPY #FXIntervention #Currency #Japan

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$NBIS keeps showing up for a reason.

Every pullback seems to find buyers.

Every volume spike brings new attention.

That's usually a sign the market thinks the story isn't finished.

What stands out to me is that investors are starting to look beyond the chip makers.

The first phase of the AI trade was easy.

Buy the companies selling the picks and shovels.

Now capital is hunting for the businesses that can actually monetize access to compute.

That's a different trade.

And it's why names like $NBIS keep finding their way back onto traders' screens.

I don't think this is about today's numbers.

It's about where investors believe the next layer of AI spending goes.

The stocks that catch those flows tend to stay active longer than people expect.

#NBIS #AI #Stocks #Trading #Momentum

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Most investors focus on who designs the next AI chip.

I'm paying attention to what happens after the chip leaves the fab.

That's one reason $KLIC stands out.

As AI hardware becomes more powerful, advanced packaging and chip-to-chip connectivity are becoming increasingly important.

A great chip alone isn't enough.

It has to be integrated, connected, and deployed efficiently.

That's where companies like Kulicke & Soffa fit into the picture.

The AI buildout isn't creating demand for just one part of the semiconductor industry.

It's creating demand across the entire manufacturing chain.

And some of the biggest beneficiaries may be the companies most investors rarely talk about.

That's what makes $KLIC interesting to me.

#KLIC #Semiconductors #AI #Stocks #Investing

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$ACMR moved +9.84% and didn’t hesitate.

That kind of move usually isn’t random.

Yes, momentum plays a role.

But in semis, especially equipment names, there’s often something deeper underneath.

This is not just liquidity chasing noise.

It’s capital rotating back into the part of the AI chain people underestimate — yield, process, and manufacturing efficiency.

$ACMR sits in that uncomfortable middle layer of the AI trade.

Not chips.

Not software.

But the stuff that decides whether advanced chips are actually profitable to produce.

That’s why when it moves, it doesn’t always behave like a pure sentiment stock.

It behaves more like a supply-chain repricing.

And in this kind of tape, those are the names that tend to move early, before the broader narrative fully catches up.

#Stocks #ACMR #Semiconductors #AI #Trading

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The semiconductor industry has an obsession with speed.

Faster chips!
Smaller nodes!
More AI compute!

But none of that matters if the wafers coming out of the fab can't be produced efficiently.

That's where $ACMR fits.

The company operates in one of the less glamorous parts of the semiconductor supply chain.

Cleaning
Processing
Yield improvement

Not exactly the topics that get retail investors excited.

But ask any chip manufacturer what happens when yield improves by a few percentage points.

The answer is usually billions of dollars.

As chipmakers continue pushing toward more advanced manufacturing, the cost of mistakes keeps rising.

Sometimes the better question is:

Who helps make those chips profitable to produce?

That's where $ACMR enters the conversation.

#Stocks #ACMR #Semiconductors #AI #Investing

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The semiconductor industry has an obsession with speed.

Faster chips!
Smaller nodes!
More AI compute!

But none of that matters if the wafers coming out of the fab can't be produced efficiently.

That's where $ACMR fits.

The company operates in one of the less glamorous parts of the semiconductor supply chain.

Cleaning
Processing
Yield improvement

Not exactly the topics that get retail investors excited.

But ask any chip manufacturer what happens when yield improves by a few percentage points.

The answer is usually billions of dollars.

As chipmakers continue pushing toward more advanced manufacturing, the cost of mistakes keeps rising.

Sometimes the better question is:

Who helps make those chips profitable to produce?

That's where $ACMR enters the conversation.

#Stocks #ACMR #Semiconductors #AI #Investing

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For a market that's supposedly worried about growth, buyers had no problem paying up for semis today.

$INTC +11%

$MU +10%

$MRVL +9.6%

That's not short-covering noise.

That's real money moving back into the group.

The thing about this market is that every time people start calling the AI trade dead, someone steps in and starts buying the infrastructure names again.

Not because they're cheap.

Because that's still where investors expect a lot of future spending to land.

I don't know if today was the start of the next leg higher.

But it definitely didn't look like a market giving up on AI.

It looked like a market picking its favorites again.

#Stocks #AI #Semiconductors #MRVL #Trading

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$PLUS isn't the type of stock that usually attracts a lot of attention.

Most investors are focused on AI models, GPUs, and data centers.

But eventually, technology has to move beyond training and into the real world.

Factories
Transportation
Industrial automation
Mission-critical infrastructure

That's where $PLUS operates.

What stands out to me is that this isn't a company relying on a single growth story.

It has exposure to several long-term technology trends at the same time, which can create a much more durable business than the market often gives it credit for.

The market tends to discover these names later in the cycle.

First the demand improves.

Then the financials improve.

Only afterward does investor attention start to follow.

Everyone is talking about where AI is being built.

I'm paying attention to where it will eventually be used.

#PLUS #EdgeComputing #Technology #Stocks #Investing

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A bloodbath into Friday's close.

Honestly, the damage wasn't the percentages.

It was the way the market traded.

Every bounce got sold.

Every attempt to stabilize got sold.

By the last hour, it felt like traders just wanted out before the weekend.

$NVDA, $TSM, $AVGO and the rest of the semiconductor complex were all caught in it.

When people stop focusing on individual stories and start selling entire sectors, that's usually a sign fear is driving the tape.

#Stocks #Markets #AI #Trading #Semiconductors

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The Nasdaq is now down 2.4%.

$MU and $INTC have fallen more than 7%, while $NVDA is down nearly 5%.

Bitcoin also briefly slipped below $60,000.

This feels less like a fundamental shift and more like a broad risk-off move.

When tech, semiconductors, and crypto all sell off together, investors are usually reducing exposure rather than reacting to one specific headline.

The market has had a strong run.

Some cooling off shouldn't be a surprise.

The more important question is what investors choose to buy when the dust settles.

That's where the next opportunities often appear.

#Nasdaq #AI #Stocks #Bitcoin #Investing

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$MNST:
Macro Context: The global energy drink market continues to expand, driven by young consumers’ demand for functional beverages, the mainstreaming of this lifestyle, and the summer consumption peak. The international market’s share has risen to approximately 45%, with strong growth in emerging markets (such as EMEA, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and India). There is significant room for penetration growth in China and Asia. Aluminum costs have risen slightly but can be offset by price increases; the overall consumer environment supports a shift in functional beverage consumption from “occasional” to “daily” .
3-Month Catalysts (Around Q2/Q3 Earnings): Summer consumption peak (patriotic-themed promotions: Ultra, Juice, Reign, Bang series).
New Product Rollout: FLRT women’s/wellness energy drinks, Storm series relaunch, Bang repositioning.
Q2 2026 Earnings (Expected around August) — Focus on international growth, gross margin recovery, and market share gains.
Potential price increases and further optimization of the Coca-Cola distribution network.

Company’s Core Competitive Advantages Brand Moat: Monster Energy, as a globally iconic energy drink, boasts strong marketing (extreme sports, esports, music), high brand loyalty, and cultural resonance, with high switching costs.
Distribution Advantages: Strategic partnership with Coca-Cola enables coverage in over 158 countries and regions worldwide, supported by an efficient supply chain and economies of scale.
Innovation Capabilities: Diversified product portfolio (Zero Sugar, Juice, Ultra, wellness, and affordable brands like Predator/Fury), enabling rapid response to health and niche trends.
High-margin business model: Asset-light, high gross margins, strong recurring consumption attributes, and ample cash flow to support share buybacks and growth.

Bull Case: Q1 2026 beats expectations: Revenue of $2.35B (+26.9% YoY), EPS of $0.58 (above consensus), double-digit growth across all regions, and increased market share.
Long-Term CAGR Potential: Revenue target approaching $10B, driven by international expansion and innovation, with margins continuing to improve.
Defensive and Offensive Strategy: Essential consumer attributes combined with a high-growth sector, offering strong resilience to economic cycles.

#NVDA #AVGO #CRWD #AAPL #MSFT #TSLA #AMZN

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$VST: Data Center Electricity Demand Skyrockets! Explosive Growth in Demand for AI’s “Lifeblood”
Key Event: Surging electricity demand is driving up shares of related utility companies.
Bullish Rationale: AI capital expenditures are driving a surge in electricity consumption. Companies like $VST, with their leading nuclear and renewable energy portfolios, have secured long-term contracts that lock in cash flow.
Elevated Sentiment & Capital Influx: Cross-cycle capital is flooding into the “core of new infrastructure,” with sentiment at an all-time high—the golden age of the power sector has begun. AI cannot function without electricity!

#VST #DataCenterPower #ElectricityDemand #AIInfrastructure #Utilities #GreenEnergy #PowerStocks

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The next generation of consumer winners is capturing market share,
and disruptive innovations are emerging one after another. $ABNB is revolutionizing travel through experiential marketing. $MELI dominates the Latin American e-commerce market. $SHOP empowers merchants with AI tools. $DIS is unlocking synergies between streaming and theme parks.
Advantages: Scalable platforms, global growth, and technology-driven profit margins.
Trends are constantly shifting—stay tuned to my channel to stay ahead of the curve. Follow now!
#Ecommerce #TravelStocks #PlatformEconomy #Airbnb #Shopify #ConsumerTech

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$SWKS: As a leading supplier of RF (radio frequency) semiconductors, how is SWKS positioned in the smartphone sector (particularly within Apple’s supply chain), 5G/6G, Wi-Fi 7, the automotive industry, and the broader market? Can it benefit from AI edge computing and IoT?
Will the progress of the Qorvo acquisition (expected to be completed by the end of 2026 or in 2027) generate synergies, increase market share, and alleviate competitive pressure?
Is the current high dividend yield (~3.6–4%) sustainable? Given revenue volatility and gross margin pressures, can free cash flow support both dividends and share buybacks?
With AI driving growth in the semiconductor industry, can SWKS’s weak mobile business be offset by the Broad Market and emerging applications?

Key Points Current Stock Price:
Approx. $79.12 (closing price on June 2, up 4.81%), 52-week range $51.93–$90.90.
Financial Highlights: Q2 FY26 revenue $943.7M (4.6% above expectations, flat year-over-year), Non-GAAP EPS $1.15 (10% above expectations). Q3 guidance: Revenue $900–950M (above expectations).
Valuation: Trailing P/E ~32, Forward P/E ~16. Dividend yield ~3.6–4%, high payout ratio (monitor sustainability). Strong free cash flow (historically over $1B).
Business structure: Mobile remains core (subject to smartphone cycle), with Broad Market growth providing a buffer. Wi-Fi 7 and automotive RF are growth drivers.
M&A: Proceeding with the acquisition of Qorvo to enhance scale and product portfolio.

Key Focus for Next Earnings Report:
Monitor Q3 execution, signs of stability in Mobile, Wi-Fi 7 ramp-up, and updates on the Qorvo acquisition.
Industry Trends: AI at the edge, 5G/6G deployment, automotive electrification.
Technical Analysis: The stock has recently rebounded but remains below its 52-week high. Monitor trading volume and moving averages.
Macro: Fed policy, U.S.-China trade, and tech spending.
Competition and Regulation: Progress on M&A approvals.

Short-Term (3–6 months): $80–$85
#NVDA #AIStocks #Semiconductors #SWKS #HPE #MRVL #TechEarnings

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SpaceX is reportedly planning to set IPO terms as soon as this week, potentially listing on Nasdaq with a target implying massive valuation (though Morningstar suggests it's worth less than half some optimistic targets around $1.75T). This could be one of the largest tech IPOs ever and impact Nasdaq inclusion dynamics. AI and space tech enthusiasm supports the backdrop.

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$PONY: A Chinese company focused on autonomous driving technology, primarily engaged in Robotaxi (autonomous taxis), Robotruck (autonomous trucks), and intelligent driving solutions, with commercial operations deployed in multiple cities worldwide

Q1 2026 Financial Results (released in late May): Revenue of $34.3 million, up 145% year-over-year; Robotaxi revenue up 395% to $8.6 million; Gross profit of $5.6 million, gross margin of 16.2%. The Robotaxi fleet has exceeded 1,700 vehicles; the company has raised its 2026 Robotaxi revenue target to more than 3.5 times the 2025 level, with a year-end fleet target of over 3,500 vehicles covering more than 20 cities.
Recent positive developments: Collaboration with NVIDIA on a new computing platform; launch of a low-cost seventh-generation robotaxi; launch of commercial operations in Croatia and other locations; significant surge in paid orders during China’s Labor Day holiday; no apparent impact from Baidu’s security review incident.

Key drivers: Explosive growth in robotaxi revenue + aggressive fleet expansion guidance.
Technological advantages (NVIDIA platform, proprietary engines like PonyWorld).
Global footprint (China + international cities).

Sell target: $18–$22
#NVDA #MU #HPE #MRVL #SPCE #CRDO #PLTR

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$WMT’s low-price strategy + e-commerce expansion: Consumers’ top choice in an inflationary environment! Bullish Rationale: Strengthening trend toward value-driven consumption, industry-leading supply chain efficiency, seamless offline-online synergy, and outstanding earnings stability. Conclusion & Market Sentiment (Climax): Every daily necessity adds to $WMT’s appeal! Household and institutional investors are making strategic allocations—a great company dedicated to enhancing the everyday happiness of ordinary people! #Walmart #RetailStocks #ConsumerSpending #ValueShopping #EcommerceRetail #DailyEssentials

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$FLNC Fluence Energy, Inc.
Soared approximately 47% today. Its strength lies in its energy storage technology, which perfectly aligns with AI power demands, making it a cornerstone of green computing power.

$DDOG Datadog, Inc.
Rise of approximately 12%. Its strength lies in its observability platform, which supports real-time monitoring and optimization of complex AI systems.

$DELL Dell Technologies Inc.
Rising today. Its strength lies in end-to-end AI solutions for servers and PC hardware, benefiting from both strong customer loyalty and a cyclical recovery.

$TMHC Taylor Morrison Home Corporation
Up approximately 22%. Its strength stems from strategic acquisition endorsements, reflecting the revaluation potential of high-quality assets in the current interest rate environment.

#AIFullChain #FLNCPower #DDOGWatch #DellServers #InfraSynergy

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Today's Top Picks: $PANW $ZS $FTNT $S
Today's Gains: $PANW +2.7%, $ZS +3.4%, $FTNT +4.1%, $S +5.3%.
Key Advantages: Platform-based AI-driven threat detection; subscription model and high renewal rates ensure long-term predictable revenue; essential for digital transformation.
Reasons to Keep Watching: Trends in cyber threat incidents and corporate IT budgets; the security sector’s strong defensive characteristics.
#CyberSecurity #PANW #CloudSecurity #AISecurity #EnterpriseIT #ZeroTrust