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Jul 30, 2025 
In this insightful discussion, contributors Rachel Warren and Lou Whiteman delve into Tesla's new chip collaboration with Samsung, highlighting its impact on the semiconductor landscape. They explore Spotify’s mixed earnings, pointing out its potential for future growth despite short-term hurdles. The conversation also covers Visa's robust performance amid cautious consumer spending trends and Starbucks' efforts to revive sales. Bonus insights include the broader implications of tariffs on both consumer behavior and corporate margins, blending optimism with realism.
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Tesla-Samsung Chip Partnership
- Tesla's deal with Samsung's Texas fab will produce AI6 chips for future AI-driven products.
- This diversifies Tesla's supply chain and boosts Samsung's chip manufacturing credibility.
U.S. vs Taiwan Chip Manufacturing
- The U.S. has more semiconductor plants than Taiwan, but Taiwan leads in cutting-edge AI chips.
- U.S. chip manufacturing is progressing but hasn't overtaken Taiwan yet.
Spotify's Strong Core Business
- Spotify's Q2 revenue and free cash flow grew despite missing estimates and posting a loss.
- Underlying business remains strong with premium subscribers up 12% and free cash flow up 43%.