

Expectations Investing Part 2: General Motors to Nvidia
Sep 9, 2023
Asit Sharma, an investment analyst at The Motley Fool, dives into expectations investing and analyzes the dynamics of several companies. He critiques General Motors' challenges in the electric vehicle market and outlines what investors must believe for their valuations to hold up. The discussion shifts to Adyen's strategic investments despite short-term stock fluctuations. Sharma also highlights NVIDIA's remarkable stock surge and its need to fend off competition, emphasizing the importance of innovation in maintaining its market position.
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Market’s View on GM
- The market assumes GM will have large investments, impacting cash flow growth.
- Revenue growth from new technology may be overstated due to competition.
Analyzing GM’s Value
- Investors should determine their basic unit of analysis for GM, like cars sold or self-driving miles.
- Consider the potential impact of a United Auto Workers strike on car sales.
Canadian Pacific’s Merger
- Despite a successful merger, Canadian Pacific's stock didn't react strongly due to macro pressures.
- The market is still positive on the merger, indicated by outperformance compared to peers.