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Are AI Stocks in Danger? | Macro Mondays: December 15, 2025

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Dec 15, 2025
Join Andreas Steno Larsen, founder and CEO of Steno Research, and Mikkel Rosenvold as they unpack the dynamics affecting AI stocks after a Fed rate cut. They delve into Oracle's struggle with negative free cash flow despite heavy AI investment. Andreas shares insights on lower-than-expected inflation trends and how private credit indicates easing liquidity. Additionally, he analyzes potential impacts of Japanese Treasury purchases and offers a cautiously optimistic view on a possible Santa Rally. A must-listen for market enthusiasts!
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INSIGHT

Tech Sell-Off Driven By AI Fears

  • The recent sell-off in tech felt unrelated to the Fed's dovish message and instead stemmed from AI-related fears and private credit worries.
  • Market concerns around AI investment returns and data-center capex are driving volatility despite improving liquidity signals.
INSIGHT

CapEx Explains Oracle's Cash Flow Oddity

  • Negative free cash flow at growth tech firms can reflect heavy CapEx for AI rather than poor operations.
  • Free cash flow should flip above net income if AI investments generate adequate returns over time.
ADVICE

Prepare For A Lower Inflation Surprise

  • Expect the upcoming inflation report to likely surprise lower because the nowcast probability suggests a drop below 3%.
  • Treat the report as higher-uncertainty because it consolidates two months of data into one release.
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