Remitly's Remarkable Gains; OpenAI Hits $500 Billion Valuation; Is Amazon Losing The Cloud Wars?

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction (02:01) Google's Favorable Court Ruling(12:40) C3 AI's Disappointing Quarter(17:26) Lululemon's Earnings Report(28:08) Drafting the Top 10 Widest Moats*****************************************************JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER AND CHAT COMMUNITY: https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, Ryan gives a research report on SoFi Technologies (Ticker: SOFI). We discuss:(00:00) Introduction (01:38) SoFi's Emergence as a Leading Neo Bank(03:27) The Evolution of SoFi: From Peer-to-Peer Lending to Full-Service Bank(10:41) SoFi's Competitive Advantages in the Banking Sector(34:36) Understanding SoFi's Revenue Streams and Loan Portfolio(48:52) Valuation Insights and Future Outlook for SoFi*****************************************************JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER AND FREE CHAT COMMUNITY: https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction (01:27) Deep Dive into Nvidia's Earnings(10:34) The Importance of Federal Reserve Independence(21:50) Market Reactions and Future Predictions(29:06) Autodesk Earnings and Market Implications(31:38) Autodesk's Financial Performance and Management Challenges(35:29) New Bank's Growth and Market Positioning(40:47) Mercado Libre's Competitive Landscape and Growth Prospects(44:26) Corporacion America Airports: A Low-Risk Investment Opportunity(50:24) Boston Beer Company: Navigating the Alcohol Market(54:12) Identifying Companies with Pricing Power*****************************************************JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER AND CHAT COMMUNITY: https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we continue our Super Investor series by covering Dev Kantesaria of Valley Forge Capital. The Buffett disciple has invested in huge winners over the last two decades including S&P Global, Fico, and Mastercard. We discuss:(03:37) Dev Kantesaria's Unique Background(06:20) Investment Philosophy and Approach(09:23) Portfolio Analysis and Key Metrics(12:38) Case Study: Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO)(32:20) Unlocking Pricing Power: The FICO Case Study(37:25) S&P Global: A Long-Term Investment Perspective(44:14) Valley Forge Fund Performance: Analyzing Returns(50:24) Key Takeaways from Kantesaria's Investment Philosophy(56:33) AI and Investment Uncertainty: A Cautionary Perspective*****************************************************JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER AND FREE CHAT COMMUNITY: https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(01:05) Intel Nationalization and Government Involvement(10:01) Zoom Earnings Review and Market Position(15:37) Super Investors: 13F Season Insights(27:52) Warren Buffett's Investment in United Health(34:58) Buffett's Influence and Retirement(41:00) Chamath's SPAC Ventures(45:57) AI Innovations and Market Reactions(53:56) Growth Stocks Turning Profitable(01:02:40) Retail Roundup: Trends and Insights*****************************************************JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER AND CHAT COMMUNITY: https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, Brett and Ryan speak with Simon Erickson of 7investing to give an update on Rocket Lab (Ticker: RKLB). Simon came on the show a year ago to discuss Rocket Lab stock, and it has crushed the market since then. We discuss:(02:55) Rocket Lab's Methodical Approach to Space(05:14) The Neutron Rocket: A Game Changer?(08:47) Financial Implications of Neutron's Launch(15:42) Acquisitions and Strategic Growth(19:13) The Balance of Launch Services and Space Systems(24:31) Rocket Lab's Strategic Shift in Satellite Manufacturing(25:24) The Importance of Neutron for Satellite Constellations(26:46) Understanding the Competitive Landscape in Space(29:19) Growth Drivers for Rocket Lab's Future(30:58) Government Contracts and the Haste Program(34:25) Financial Projections and Free Cash Flow(36:55) Price Targets and Portfolio Management(40:55) Future Outlook for Rocket Lab in 2035(44:05) Exploring Moon and Mars Missions7investing: https://7investing.com/*****************************************************JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER AND FREE CHAT COMMUNITY: https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(02:58) AI's Impact on Software Companies(11:52) Trends in Alcohol Consumption(21:02) Amazon's Grocery Delivery and Instacart's Challenges(30:41) Cava's Earnings and Restaurant Industry Trends(36:14) Analyzing Restaurant Performance Amid Economic Challenges(39:58) Insider Buys(44:29) The Hot IPO Market: Opportunities and Risks(48:25) Bubble Watch: Signs of Market Euphoria(50:50) Adyen's Growth Challenges in a Competitive Landscape(56:19) CoreWeave's Risky Bet*****************************************************JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER AND CHAT COMMUNITY: https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, Brett and Ryan speak with Andrew Marshall from Capital Mindset about Dave Inc. (Ticker: DAVE). They discuss:(03:48) The History of Dave: From SPAC to Recovery(08:56) Understanding the Business Model: Micro Lending Explained(16:15) Competition and Market Positioning: Who Does Dave Compete With?(16:54) Operational Structure: Partner Banks and Expenses(22:08) Future Outlook: Pricing Models and Growth Potential(26:17) Assessing Risks and Opportunities for Dave(30:15) Market Potential and Growth Projections(34:36) Management Integrity and Company Culture(37:10) Navigating Bankruptcy Risks and Financial Health(39:50) Capital Allocation Strategies(42:36) Valuation Insights and Market MisunderstandingsCapital Mindset: https://www.youtube.com/@CapitalMindset*****************************************************JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER AND FREE CHAT COMMUNITY: https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(02:52) Cloud Providers: AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Analysis(12:19) Figma IPO: Valuation and Market Implications(28:38) Remitly's Growth Amidst Market Challenges(34:21) Evaluating Growth Potential in Stocks(36:26) Innovations in Digital Finance and Remitly's Strategy(41:00) Airbnb's Market Position and Growth Challenges(50:52) Coupang's Expansion and Competitive Landscape(57:43) OpenAI's Valuation and Market Dynamics*****************************************************JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER AND CHAT COMMUNITY: https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, Brett speaks with Laks from Unicus Research on data their research firm is tracking in regards to car loans (including Carvana), student loan impact on credit scores, and deteriorating consumer balance sheets. They discuss:(03:45) Exploring the Used Car Lending Market(07:10) Analyzing Ally's Position in the Market(15:26) Understanding Asset-Backed Securities (ABS)(28:18) Carvana: A Battleground Stock(32:35) Shorting Carvana: Risks and Considerations(33:11) Carvana and Ally: A Troubling Relationship(34:47) Fraud Allegations and Market Realities(37:53) The Deteriorating Car Lending Market(38:20) The Impact of Student Loan Resumption(41:56) Consumer Spending and Economic Implications(44:00) The Rise of Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) Services(48:21) Consumer Financial Health at Risk(55:26) Future Outlook: Can Consumer Spending Recover?Unicus Research website: https://www.unicusresearch.com/Twitter/X: https://x.com/UnicusResearch*****************************************************JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER AND FREE CHAT COMMUNITY: https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.