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Is AOSL a good stock to buy? We came across a bullish thesis on Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited on r/AsymmetricStocks by Fluffy-Pineapple-143. In this article, we will summarize the bulls’ thesis on AOSL. Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited's share was trading at $44.20 as of June 8th. AOSL’s trailing and forward P/E were 60.60 and 8.26 respectively according to Yahoo Finance.Why Onto Innovation (ONTO) Is Gaining From Advanced Node and Packaging Demand

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited designs, develops, and supplies power semiconductor products for computing, consumer electronics, communication, and industrial applications in Hong Kong and internationally. AOSL is increasingly being re-rated by a segment of the market as its underlying revenue mix shifts away from its legacy perception as a cyclical power semiconductor supplier toward a more AI infrastructure-linked power solutions provider.

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AOSL’s advanced computing revenue tied to AI servers, GPU platforms, and datacenter infrastructure has more than doubled sequentially and grown over 40% year over year in the last quarter, already accounting for roughly a quarter of the computing segment while legacy PC demand remained weak.

More importantly, management commentary highlights a structural shift in demand toward medium-voltage power solutions for AI infrastructure, hyperscale data centers, intermediate bus converters, and emerging 800V architectures, signaling a transition from commodity MOSFET exposure toward higher-value power delivery systems. The market continues to value AOSL like a low-margin cyclical semiconductor name, but if AI-related mix expansion continues and margins begin to re-rate alongside broader power IC adoption trends, the company could see a meaningful rerating relative to current expectations.

Under a moderate bull case, continued scaling of AI-driven revenue mix and improving margins could support a potential valuation range of approximately $8 billion to $15 billion compared to a current market capitalization of about $1.2 billion, implying significant upside. AOSL therefore represents a re-rating opportunity driven by AI infrastructure exposure, improving product mix, and potential margin expansion as its role in datacenter power delivery becomes more strategically important over time. This positions AOSL as a structurally improving AI power semiconductor compounder over time story.

Previously we covered a bullish thesis on Texas Instruments Incorporated (TXN) by The Wolf of Harcourt Street in January 2025, which highlighted stabilization in analog demand, cyclical downturn pressures, and long-term manufacturing capex strength. TXN's stock price has appreciated by approximately 57.01% since our coverage. Fluffy-Pineapple-143 shares a similar view but emphasizes AI-driven power semiconductor re-rating and structural mix shift in Alpha and Omega Semiconductor (AOSL).

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Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited is not on our list of the 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 20 hedge fund portfolios held AOSL at the end of the first quarter which was 19 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the risk and potential of AOSL as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than AOSL and that has 10,000% upside potential, check out our report about this cheapest AI stock.

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The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is up +0.03%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is up +0.42%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is up +0.37%.  June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26) are up +0.03%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQM26) are up +0.40%.

Stock indexes are moving higher today, as chipmakers and other AI-related stocks climb to lift the broader market and recover some of Wednesday’s sharp losses.  However, software stocks are on the defensive today, led by an -11% slump in Oracle after it reported higher-than-expected capital expenses, driven by increased data spending.Join 200K+ Subscribers: Find out why the midday Barchart Brief newsletter is a must-read for thousands daily.

Stocks are being undercut as crude oil prices erased early losses and whipsawed higher on concerns about the escalation of Middle East hostilities after President Trump said the US will be hitting Iran very hard tonight and will "at some point" take control of Kharg Island, Iran's key export hub, thus taking control of Iran's oil and gas markets.

Stocks are also pressured by today’s US economic reports, which showed that weekly US jobless claims unexpectedly rose to a 4-month high and that May producer prices were mixed.

Late Wednesday, President Trump said the US will continue bombing Iran if it refuses to agree to an interim peace deal.  Mr. Trump ordered multiple strikes on Iranian targets on Wednesday, and Iran retaliated by firing on US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan.  The increase in tensions risks derailing peace talks between Iran and the US, thus keeping the Strait of Hormuz closed, and further tightening global energy supplies.

US weekly initial unemployment claims unexpectedly rose +4,000 to a 4-month high of 229,000, showing a weaker labor market than expectations of a decline to 220,000.

US May PPI final demand rose +1.1% m/m and +6.5% y/y, stronger than expectations of +0.7% m/m and +6.4% y/y, with the +6.5% y/y gain being the largest year-on-year increase in 3.5 years.  However, May PI ex food and energy rose +0.4% m/m and +4.9% y/y, weaker than expectations of +0.5% m/m and +5.4% y/y.

WTI crude oil prices (CLN26) are extremely volatile, whipsawing higher and lower several times today.  Crude prices today initially gave up an overnight advance of more than +2% and fell more than -1% as concerns over the escalation of the US-Iran conflict eased after the US ended strikes against Iran.  However, prices then rallied more than +1% again when President Trump said the US would keep attacking Iran and threatened to seize the Kharg Island oil terminal, Iran’s main crude exporting hub.

The markets are discounting a 3% chance of a +25 bp rate hike at the next FOMC meeting on June 16-17.

Overseas stock markets are mixed today.  The Euro Stoxx 50 is up +0.89%.  China's Shanghai Composite closed down -0.16%.  Japan's Nikkei Stock Average recovered from a 2.5-week low and closed up +0.06%.

Interest Rates

September 10-year T-notes (ZNU6) today are up +4 ticks, and the 10-year T-note yield is down -3.0 bp to 4.523%.  T-notes are moving higher today after US weekly jobless claims unexpectedly rose to a 4-month high and May producer prices ex-food and energy rose less than expected, dovish factors for Fed policy.

Gains in T-notes are limited after crude oil prices whipsawed higher after President Trump said the US will keep on attacking Iran and threatened to seize Kharg Island, Iran’s main crude exporting hub.  Also, supply pressures are negative for T-notes, as the Treasury will auction $22 billion of 30-year T-bonds later today.

European government bond yields are moving lower today.  The 10-year German Bund yield fell from a 2.5-week high of 3.091% and is down -4.1 bp to 3.035%.  The 10-year UK gilt yield is down -2.6 bp to 4.905%.

The ECB, as expected, raised the deposit facility rate by +25 bp to 2.25% from 2.00% and said, "The outlook remains uncertain, with upside risks for inflation and downside risks for economic growth."

The ECB cut its 2026 Eurozone GDP estimate to +0.8% from a previous estimate of +0.9%, and raised its 2026 Eurozone inflation ex-food and energy forecast to +2.5% from a previous forecast of +2.3%.

Swaps are discounting a 64% chance of a +25 bp ECB rate hike at its next policy meeting on July 23.

US Stock Movers

Chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks are moving higher today on signs that AI spending is continuing after Oracle reported quarterly capital expenditures that were higher than expected, driven by increased data center spending.  KLA Corp (KLAC) is up more than +8% to lead gainers in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, and Applied Materials (AMAT), Intel (INTC), Lam Research (LRCX), and Sandisk (SNDK) are up more than +6%.  Also, ARM Holdings Plc (ARM) is up more than +5%, and ASML Holding NV (ASML) is up more than +4%.  In addition, Marvell Technology (MRVL), Seagate Technology Holdings Plc (STX), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), and Analog Devices (ADI) are up more than +3%, and Microchip Technology (MCHP), NXP Semiconductors NV (NXPI), Micron Technology (MU), Texas Instruments (TXN), and Western Digital (WDC) are up more than +2%.

Software stocks are under pressure today, limiting gains in the overall market, with Oracle (ORCL) down more than -11% to lead losers in the S&P 500 after forecasting full-year capital spending of $70 billion, $20-25 billion higher than expected due to prepayment for some components.  Also, Adobe Systems (ADBE) is down more than -5% to lead losers in the Nasdaq 100, and Salesforce (CRM) is down more than -3% to lead losers in the Dow Jones Industrials.  In addition, ServiceNow (NOW), Atlassian Corp (TEAM), Autodesk (ADSK), Intuit (INTU), and Workday (WDAY) are down more than -3%, and Microsoft (MSFT) is down more than -2%.

Navan (NAVN) is up more than +12% after raising its full-year revenue forecast to $907 million-$913 million from a previous estimate of $866 million-$874 million, well above the consensus of $871.7 million.

Voyager Technologies (VOYG) is up more than +11% after BTIG initiated coverage on the stock with a buy recommendation and a price target of $55.

Allegion Plc (ALLE) is up more than +1% after Longbow Research upgraded the stock to buy from neutral with a price target of $165.

Eaton Corp Plc (ETN) is up more than +1% after agreeing to merge its mobility business with Dana Inc in a deal valuing the combined company at roughly $10 billion, including debt.

PDD Holdings (PDD) is down more than -2% after China’s State Administration for Market Regulation summoned the country’s leading e-commerce companies over misleading promotions and false advertising.

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Guinness Global Innovators, an investment management company, recently released its Q1 2026 quarterly investor update for its "Guinness Global Equity Income Fund". A copy of the letter is available to download here. The Guinness Global Innovators Fund focuses on providing investors with global exposure to dividend-paying companies. In Q1 2026, the fund returned was -0.5% (GBP), compared to -1.6% for the MSCI World Index and 0.1% for the IA Global Equity Income sector average. The quarter saw notable changes in market sentiment driven by geopolitical tensions and energy market disruptions. The market shifted focus from growth sectors, particularly mega-cap technology and software, to value-oriented, defensive, international, and 'physical economy' stocks. The Fund gained from this transition towards defensive and value areas in the quarter. The letter discusses the impact of macro events and market dynamics on Q1 performance and examines software industry valuations amid rising concerns around AI-driven disruption. In addition, please check the Strategy's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.

In its first-quarter 2026 investor letter, Guinness Global Equity Income Fund highlighted Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) as a leading contributor. Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) is a semiconductor manufacturer that provides chips and solutions for electronics designers and manufacturers. On June 10, 2026, Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) closed at $282.01 per share. One-month return of Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) was -8.49%, and its shares gained 41.25% over the past 52 weeks. Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) has a market capitalization of $256.65 billion.

Guinness Global Equity Income Fund stated the following regarding Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) in its Q1 2026 investor letter:

"Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) was among the Fund's stronger performers over the period, driven by results that signalled improving end-market trends following a period of sluggish sales caused by a cyclical downturn. The company reported fourth quarter revenue growth of 10% year-on-year, in line with expectations, alongside better-than-expected free cash flow and guidance that was modestly ahead of seasonal trends. Importantly, results pointed to a broadening recovery. The data centre segment grew c.70% year-on-year for FY25, emerging as a credible growth driver for the company. Industrial revenues returned to modest growth on a year-on-year basis, suggesting early signs of stabilisation after a prolonged downturn, while automotive also improved, rising 8%. Alongside this, management highlighted improving order trends and stabilising inventories, with Q1 guidance implying sequential growth despite seasonally softer demand, reinforcing confidence that an upturn is imminent..." (Click here to read the full text)

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Texas Instruments (TXN) - Among the 10 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy According to D. E. Shaw

Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 71 hedge fund portfolios held Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) at the end of the first quarter, up from 78 in the previous quarter. Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) announced a revenue of $4.8 billion for the first quarter of 2026, marking a sequential growth of 9% and a year-over-year increase of 19%. While we acknowledge the potential of Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on thebest short-term AI stock.

In another article, we covered Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN) and shared the list of best dividend stocks to buy according to D. E. Shaw. In addition, please check out our hedge fund investor letters Q1 2026 page for more investor letters from hedge funds and other leading investors.

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Analog Devices’ ADI communications segment is growing strongly throughout 2025 and 2026. In fiscal second-quarter 2026, the segment posted revenues of $554.7 million, with revenues increasing 22% sequentially and 79% year over year to represent 15% of total company revenues.

The segment’s growth was led by the data center business, which now accounts for more than 75% of communications revenues and grew over 90% year over year, supported by strength in both optical and power portfolios. Wireless also remained healthy, rising more than 35% year over year.

Analog Devices' communications business serves the growing demand for high-speed, reliable connectivity across wireless infrastructure and data center applications. The segment is positioned to address increasing requirements for advanced communications technologies driven by expanding network traffic, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning workloads.

The data center market represents another key area of focus, benefiting from the rapid adoption of AI, machine learning and hyperscale computing architectures. These trends are driving demand for advanced power delivery systems, thermal management technologies and high-speed connectivity solutions capable of supporting increasingly complex computing workloads and cloud infrastructure. To address these requirements, the company offers a portfolio that includes power management technologies, optical and high-speed connectivity solutions, and energy optimization products designed to improve the performance and efficiency of next-generation data centers.

ADI experienced record bookings across its B2B markets. The management reported that the demand signals remain constructive, supporting expectations for continued strong growth in the third quarter and beyond. Communications, including data center, is an above-corporate-average-margin business, which can lift profitability as it scales. For the third quarter, management expects Communications to be its fastest sequential grower, up low- to mid-teens at the midpoint, reinforcing the momentum in AI connectivity.

How Competitors Fare Against Analog Devices

Analog Devices competes with Texas Instruments TXN and Broadcom AVGO in the Communications segment. Texas Instruments competes with ADI in analog/mixed-signal, RF front-ends, power amp/driver ICs, ADCs/DACs in infrastructure and wireless systems.

Broadcom is strong in networking, data center, broadband, Wi-Fi, Ethernet PHYs and switches. In the communications segment, Broadcom mainly competes with its high-speed connectivity, optical / wireline networking equipment and cable or broadband IC portfolio.

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Despite strong competition from Texas Instruments and Broadcom, Analog Devices has enough scope to grow in the communications space as new 5G technology is being introduced.

ADI’s Price Performance, Valuation and Estimates

Shares of ADI have gained 68.6% in the past 12 months compared with the Semiconductor - Analog and Mixed industry’s growth of 77.7%.

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From a valuation standpoint, ADI trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 12.18X, higher than the industry’s average of 10.30X.

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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ADI’s fiscal 2026 and 2027 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 59% and 14%, respectively. The consensus estimate for fiscal 2025 and 2026 has remained unchanged in the past 30 days.Zacks Investment Research

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While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.

Not all companies are created equal, and StockStory is here to surface the ones with real upside. Keeping that in mind, here are three cash-producing companies that don’t make the cut and some better opportunities instead.

Texas Instruments (TXN)

Trailing 12-Month Free Cash Flow Margin: 23.6%

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas since the 1950s, Texas Instruments (NASDAQ:TXN) is the world’s largest producer of analog semiconductors.

Why Does TXN Fall Short?

The company has faced growth challenges as its 3.6% annual revenue increases over the last five years fell short of other semiconductor companies Costs have risen faster than its revenue over the last five years, causing its operating margin to decline by 15.3 percentage points Capital intensity has ramped up over the last five years as its free cash flow margin decreased by 10.4 percentage points

Texas Instruments is trading at $281.25 per share, or 35x forward P/E. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than TXN.

Peloton (PTON)

Trailing 12-Month Free Cash Flow Margin: 16.4%

Started as a Kickstarter campaign, Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) is a fitness technology company known for its at-home exercise equipment and interactive online workout classes.

Why Are We Out on PTON?

Number of connected fitness subscribers has disappointed over the past two years, indicating weak demand for its offerings Earnings per share decreased by more than its revenue over the last five years, showing each sale was less profitable Capital intensity will likely increase as its free cash flow margin is anticipated to drop by 3.6 percentage points over the next year

Peloton’s stock price of $5.57 implies a valuation ratio of 20.9x forward P/E. If you’re considering PTON for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.

Churchill Downs (CHDN)

Trailing 12-Month Free Cash Flow Margin: 19.2%

Famous for hosting the Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs (NASDAQ:CHDN) operates a horse racing, online wagering, and gaming entertainment business in the United States.

Why Is CHDN Risky?

Lackluster 8.7% annual revenue growth over the last two years indicates the company is losing ground to competitors Returns on capital are growing as management invests in more worthwhile ventures

At $89.61 per share, Churchill Downs trades at 13x forward P/E. Check out our free in-depth research report to learn more about why CHDN doesn’t pass our bar.

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Earlier this month, Texas Instruments introduced the BQ79826Z-Q1, a high‑cell‑count battery monitor with integrated electrochemical impedance spectroscopy for electric vehicles and energy storage systems, aiming to enhance safety, reduce component count and lower system complexity. This launch highlights how TI is tying its analog expertise directly into EV and grid‑scale storage applications, where precise, real‑time cell diagnostics are increasingly critical for both performance and safety. With this new high‑cell‑count battery monitor now on the market, we'll explore how it affects Texas Instruments' investment narrative around industrial and automotive growth.

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Texas Instruments Investment Narrative Recap

To own Texas Instruments, you need to believe its focus on analog and embedded chips in industrial and automotive markets remains resilient despite competition, capital intensity and cyclicality. The new high cell count BQ79826Z-Q1 battery monitor strengthens TI’s case that its analog know how can matter in EVs and grid storage, but the near term risk of overbuilding manufacturing capacity and potential margin pressure from slower demand or pricing competition remains more important than this single product launch.

Among recent announcements, the planned transition of Julie Knecht to chief financial officer from August 2026 stands out in this context, as it places a long tenured internal finance leader at the center of capital allocation and fab spending decisions. For shareholders watching the balance between heavy capex, dividend commitments and earnings growth, this leadership change may matter more to the industrial and automotive investment narrative than any one new chip.

Yet, while products like the new battery monitor strengthen TI’s long term story, investors should also be aware that overbuilding fab capacity and...

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Texas Instruments’ narrative projects $26.4 billion revenue and $10.3 billion earnings by 2029.

Uncover how Texas Instruments' forecasts yield a $280.62 fair value, in line with its current price.

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Some of the most optimistic analysts were assuming revenue could reach about US$28.5 billion and earnings US$10.6 billion by 2029, yet this bullish view sits alongside concerns that TI’s heavy capex and exposure to geopolitical shifts could still constrain margins, so the new battery monitoring win might either reinforce or challenge those expectations once the impact on orders and fab utilization becomes clearer.

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Explore 5 other fair value estimates on Texas Instruments - why the stock might be worth as much as 54% more than the current price!

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Don't just follow the ticker - dig into the data and build a conviction that's truly your own.

A great starting point for your Texas Instruments research is our analysis highlighting 2 key rewards and 3 important warning signs that could impact your investment decision. Our free Texas Instruments research report provides a comprehensive fundamental analysis summarized in a single visual - the Snowflake - making it easy to evaluate Texas Instruments' overall financial health at a glance.

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Investing.com -- As the semiconductor sector navigates a massive market rally, Wall Street is increasingly looking to separate the core secular winners from short-term cyclical plays. In a fresh assessment of the industry, Citigroup analyst Atif Malik reiterated that a recent pullback in the broader semiconductor group is entirely healthy.

To capitalize on this temporary pause, Malik maintained Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ:AVGO), Texas Instruments Incorporated (NASDAQ:TXN), and Applied Materials Inc (NASDAQ:AMAT) as the firm's top buy-rated picks in the U.S. semiconductor space. These specific recommendations come as the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index has surged 61% quarter-to-date, heavily outperforming the S&P 500's 13% gain.

The first top pick, Broadcom, sits at the center of critical data center demand, which accounts for 34% of total semiconductor demand. This segment continues to show exceptional strength due to the ongoing expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure and the emergence of server CPUs optimized for agentic applications.

In the analog space, Texas Instruments stands out as a defensive play against a shaky global macroeconomic backdrop. While broader industrial and automotive end markets face broader economic pressures, Malik highlighted that TI's specific order trends are tracking "above-seasonal" and "seasonal" benchmarks, respectively.

For investors looking to play the physical manufacturing side, Applied Materials represents Citi's top pick among semiconductor capital equipment makers. Capital equipment stocks saw their calendar year 2027 consensus earnings estimates rise 11% on average, driven substantially by a 13% upward revision for Applied Materials.

This selective positioning comes as the broader industry prepares for shifting dynamics and impending supply constraints over the next two years. Reports of Nvidia de-specing DRAM in its upcoming Vera Rubin platform, alongside supply commentary from Broadcom and Ciena, suggest investor focus is rapidly shifting to 2027 supply bottlenecks.

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Lattice Semiconductor LSCC is benefiting from accelerating AI infrastructure and data center demand. The company's field-programmable gate array solutions are designed to solve several major challenges in modern AI data centers, including secure control, hardware acceleration, storage management, GPU and network card support. Amid growing complexities Lattice has positioned itself as a major supplier of programmable control and connectivity infrastructure.

It is also expanding its AI ecosystem presence through its collaboration with NVIDIA. Beyond cloud AI infrastructure, Lattice is broadening its exposure to edge AI through its collaboration with Texas Instruments.

The company inked an agreement to acquire AMI to strengthen its secure management and control platform offerings. The acquisition is expected to expand Lattice's capabilities in server management, security, and data center infrastructure, creating a more comprehensive platform for enterprise and AI-driven applications. Such strategic collaborations and strategic acquisitions bode well for sustainable growth.

This strong AI-related momentum is driving revenue growth. First-quarter 2026 revenues grew 42% year over year to $170.9 million, supported by record Compute and Communications revenue, and management cited bookings that extend backlog into 2027. Second-quarter 2026 guidance calls for revenue of $175 million to $195 million and non-GAAP EPS of 42 cents to 46 cents, which frames continued demand and operating leverage in the near term.

Other Tech Firms Benefiting From AI Infrastructure Expansion

The growing proliferation of AI-based applications and generative AI tools across industries presents a solid growth opportunity for Celestica, Inc. CLS. AI investments are driving demand for Celestica's enterprise-level data communications and information processing infrastructure products, such as routers, switches, data center interconnects, edge solutions, and servers and storage-related products. To further capitalize on this trend, Celestica is steadily expanding its offering through innovation and strategic collaboration.

Intel Corporation INTC is gaining solid traction in the AI infrastructure market. Super Micro Computer, a global leader in high-performance, energy-efficient IT solutions, has opted to deploy Intel's Xeon 6 Processors in its 4-socket servers for large-scale database and enterprise applications. Intel has also revealed that several industry leaders across industries, including AT&T, Verizon, Samsung and Ericsson, are leveraging Xeon 6 for network transformation and AI acceleration. The AI infrastructure market is expected to grow substantially in the upcoming years. Intel's growing market traction in this vertical augurs well for long-term growth.

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Lattice's Price Performance, Valuation & Estimates

Lattice's shares have soared 168.3% over the past year compared with the industry's growth of 94.5%.Zacks Investment Research

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From a valuation standpoint, LSCC trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 68.72, higher than the industry average of 34.83.Zacks Investment Research

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Earnings estimates for 2026 have increased 16.34% to $1.78 over the past 60 days, while the same for 2027 have also increased 16.33% to $2.28.Zacks Investment Research

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Texas Instruments (TXN) is back in focus after a rebound in semiconductor stocks, fresh optimism from major investors, and the launch of a high cell count battery monitor aimed at electric vehicles and energy storage.

See our latest analysis for Texas Instruments.

Despite a pullback in the past week, with a 7 day share price return down 6.33%, Texas Instruments has shown strong upward momentum, reflected in a 90 day share price return of 45.28% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 46.68%, as investors respond to product launches, AI related optimism and a pending CFO transition.

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With Texas Instruments stock up 62.59% year to date and trading close to the average analyst price target of US$290.33, the key question is whether there is still a buying opportunity here or whether the market is already pricing in future growth.

Most Popular Narrative: 33.8% Undervalued

At a last close of $288.63 versus a narrative fair value of $435.69, the current price sits well below what the most followed model implies, setting up a clear tension between market pricing and long term assumptions.

Texas Instruments is in the midst of a multiyear capacity-expansion cycle that is temporarily suppressing free cash flow but materially enhancing the company’s long-term competitive position. The buildout of U.S.-based 300mm analog manufacturing is expected to structurally improve cost efficiency, support higher gross margins, and increase supply-chain resilience. As these assets ramp and utilization normalizes, TXN should regain its historical free-cash-flow profile, supported by diversified end-market exposure across industrial, automotive, aerospace/defense, and energy infrastructure.

Read the complete narrative.

Curious how this narrative gets from today’s earnings to that higher fair value? It leans heavily on revenue expansion, fatter margins, and a richer future earnings multiple. The exact mix of those three inputs is where the story gets interesting.

Result: Fair Value of $435.69 (UNDERVALUED)

Have a read of the narrative in full and understand what's behind the forecasts.

However, this depends on successful execution. Setbacks such as weaker demand across key end markets or cost overruns on new fabs could quickly challenge that upside story.

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Another View: DCF Flags Less Upside

While the popular narrative model points to a fair value of $435.69 and an undervalued stock, the SWS DCF model paints a cooler picture. It shows an estimated future cash flow value of $213.31 compared with the current $288.63 share price, which screens as overvalued using that lens.

The gap between an upside narrative and a more conservative cash flow model leaves you with a simple question: which set of assumptions are you more comfortable leaning on when real money is at stake?

Look into how the SWS DCF model arrives at its fair value.TXN Discounted Cash Flow as at Jun 2026

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With such mixed signals across valuation models, sentiment can swing quickly, so it helps to review the underlying data yourself and move with confidence. To frame both sides of the story in one place, start with the 2 key rewards and 3 important warning signs.

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

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In this battle of ETFs, Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSEMKT:SCHD) offers a higher distribution yield and a more concentrated portfolio compared to the broader, lower-cost Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (NYSEMKT:VYM).

Dividend-focused investors often narrow their search to these two heavyweights. Both funds target established, dividend-paying U.S. companies, but they differ in how they screen for quality, how they weight their positions, and how much they charge for the privilege.

Snapshot (cost & size)

Metric VYM SCHD Issuer Vanguard Schwab Expense ratio 0.04% 0.06% 1-yr return (as of June 8, 2026) 24.3% 26.3% Dividend yield 2.2% 3.2% Beta 0.73 0.67 AUM $94.6 billion $95.3 billion

Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year monthly returns. The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months. Dividend yield is the trailing-12-month distribution yield.

With a 0.06% expense ratio, SCHD is competitively priced, though it sits 2 basis points above VYM at 0.04%. For income seekers, the Schwab fund compensates with a 3.2% distribution yield, notably higher than the 2.2% offered by its Vanguard peer.

Performance & risk comparison

Metric VYM SCHD Max drawdown (5 yr) (15.8%) (16.8%) Growth of $1,000 over 5 years (total return) $1,710 $1,503

Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF focuses on quality and sustainability, tracking the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index. It holds 103 stocks, making it much more concentrated than its peer. Its sector exposure tilts toward technology at 19%, with consumer defensive and healthcare both at 18%. Top holdings include Qualcomm (NASDAQ:QCOM) at 5.85%, Texas Instruments (NASDAQ:TXN) at 5.55%, and UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) at 5.40%. Stalwart stocks like Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO), Merck (NYSE:MRK), and Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) are also among its top 10 positions, and no single holding exceeds 6% of the portfolio. Launched in 2011, the fund has a trailing-12-month dividend payout of $1.06 per share.

Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF casts a wider net with more than 600 holdings. It favors financial services at 20%, followed by technology at 18% and healthcare at 12%. Its largest positions include Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) at 8.03%, JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:JPM) at 3.35%, and ExxonMobil (NYSE:XOM) at 2.72%. Household names like Bank of America (NYSE:BAC), Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ), and Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG) are also among its top 10. The Vanguard fund was launched in 2006 and has paid $3.51 per share in dividends over the trailing 12 months.

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What this means for investors

The Vanguard and Schwab ETFs share many similarities, with comparable assets under management, expense ratios, and recent returns. SCHD is considerably more concentrated, but contains many blue chip names. Vanguard's ETF offers far more diversification, boasting over 600 equities. While VYM's payout is greater on a dollar basis, its yield is lower, meaning if $1,000 were invested in each fund, Schwab's ETF would ultimately generate more annual income.

Investors primarily interested in the dividend yield would probably prefer to opt for SCHD. However, VYM's diversification shouldn't be discounted; the ETF's performance is spread out over hundreds of stocks, reducing your overall risk (but also your overall potential return). Given dividend-paying stocks tend to be more stable in general, investors with a long-term time horizon would likely feel comfortable owning shares of either ETF, though SCHD's yield is clearly more attractive.

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JPMorgan Chase is an advertising partner of Motley Fool Money. Bank of America is an advertising partner of Motley Fool Money. Erin Kennedy has positions in Schwab U.S. Equity Dividend ETF. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Broadcom, JPMorgan Chase, Merck, Qualcomm, Texas Instruments, and Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF. The Motley Fool recommends Johnson & Johnson, UnitedHealth Group, and Verizon Communications. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

Schwab vs. Vanguard: Which Dividend ETF Offers a Juicier Yield? was originally published by The Motley Fool

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