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Is There a New Leader in the AI Race?

Jul 19, 2024

Sarah Hansen discusses the AI market rally and the Fab Five. Sean Dunlop talks about AI in the restaurant industry. Travis Miller explores utilities powering AI. Topics include AI outlook, tech companies' struggles, and AI stocks' revenue.

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Travis Miller

Sean Dunlop

Sarah Hansen

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Quick takeaways

Tech giants like Nvidia lead the AI market rally, dominating returns with strong earnings and investments.

AI technology drives innovation and market performance, encouraging investment in secondary firms benefiting from advancements.

Deep dives

Tech Stocks Driving the Bull Market

The rise of artificial intelligence has led to a focus on certain tech stocks such as Nvidia, Amazon, Meta, and Alphabet, collectively known as the Fab Five. These companies have been driving a significant portion of market returns, with Nvidia alone contributing about a third of the market's returns. Despite calls for the market rally to broaden, these tech giants continue to dominate due to their strong earnings, massive investments in AI, and resilience to high interest rates.

Intro

2min

Tech Giants' Success in AI Investments and Market Performance

3min

Exploring the Impact of AI in the Restaurant Industry

2min

Digital Solutions for Boosting Restaurant Profit Margins

3min

Investments in Restaurant Technology and the Growing Role of Utilities in AI

4min

Sarah Hansen, Morningstar Inc. markets reporter talks about what is driving the AI market rally, and what’s next for AI and the Fab Five. Sean Dunlop, a senior equity analyst for Morningstar Research Services, explains how AI can innovate the restaurant industry. Travis Miller, energy and utilities strategist for Morningstar Research Services, discusses how utilities are powering AI through data center demand.

Should the AI Market Rally Broaden Its View?

Who Is Driving the Fab Five’s Success?

Will NVIDIA Remain the Leader in the Artificial Intelligence Race?

Tech Companies Struggling to Keep Up with the Fab Five

AI Outlook

Can AI Speed Up Tech Evolution?

How Digital Adoption Can Grow Bottom Lines

Restaurant Industry Forecast for 2024

Utilities Stocks: When Will the Market Give the Sector Some Respect?

Where Do Utilities Fit Into AI Growth?

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