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2025-12-30

NVDA update 2025-12-05

Investment Update: NVDA

Date: 2025-12-05 Event Type: News

Executive Summary

Nvidia faces potential competition from a rising Chinese competitor, Moore Threads Technology, which experienced a significant IPO surge. Simultaneously, a key partner, Foxconn, reported strong revenue growth, fueled by the ongoing AI boom, highlighting continued demand for Nvidia's technology.

Key Takeaways

  • Point 1: Moore Threads Technology's successful IPO and rapid growth suggest increasing competition in the GPU market, particularly within China, potentially impacting Nvidia's future market share.
  • Point 2: Foxconn's 26% revenue increase indicates strong demand for AI-related infrastructure, a positive sign for Nvidia as a key provider of AI chips.
  • Point 3: The potential for increased US investment in critical mineral companies could lessen reliance on foreign entities for materials key to semiconductor production, including Nvidia's.

Thesis Impact

  • Status: Weakened
  • Reasoning: While Foxconn's strong performance is a positive indicator of demand, the emergence of a strong competitor in China introduces uncertainty and potential downward pressure on Nvidia's future growth and market share. The competitive threat outweighs the positive news from Foxconn.

Valuation Update

  • Previous Fair Value: $1,200
  • New Fair Value: $1,100
  • Current Price: $1,150

Action Plan

  • Decision: Hold
  • Rationale: While the emergence of a competitor weakens the long-term thesis, Nvidia remains a dominant player in the AI chip market. A "Sell" recommendation is premature until the competitive landscape becomes clearer. A hold allows for further assessment of Moore Threads' impact and continued monitoring of Nvidia's performance.

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