Podcast On the Business of Semiconductors, The Circuit

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Podcast On the Business of Semiconductors

A Podcast On the Business of Semiconductors. With Jay Goldberg and Ben Bajarin

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<ul><li>After a challenging last decade, Broadcom is back on track with positive earnings results and a new customer for their custom ASIC business</li><li>CEO Hawk Tan's confident and clear communication during the earnings call led to a significant stock price increase</li><li>AMD's stock was down as investors may view Broadcom's success as a potential threat to their position as a second source alternative to Nvidia in the market</li></ul>This content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

After a challenging last decade, Broadcom is back on track with positive earnings results and a new customer for their custom ASIC businessCEO Hawk Tan's confident and clear communication during the earnings call led to a significant stock price increaseAMD's stock was down as investors may view Broadcom's success as a potential threat to their position as a second source alternative to Nvidia in the marketThis content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

EP 133: Broadcom Earnings, More on ASICS vs. GPUs, Google Selling TPUs?

Asia Pac ECM and Index Rebal, Shenton Research

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Asia Pac ECM and Index Rebal

Asia Pac IPO & Placement Research, China Biotech

Shenton Research

Shenton Research is an independent Asia Pacific equity specialist. Our quantitative research covers index rebalancing flows, alongside exchange data analytics accross Asia Pacific. On the equity capital markets side, we focus on Asia Pacific ECM, especially biotech and TMT. Our lead analyst is frequently cited by international media.

Equity Capital Markets

ASR Microelectronics / Equity Capital Markets

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<li>ASR Microelectronics, a fabless designer of cellular connectivity chips and AI SoCs, is seeking an A+H listing. MS and Haitong are the joint sponsors.</li>
<li>We look at the company's three segments: wireless connectivity chips, smart device SoCs and custom ASIC solutions.</li>
<li>We discuss our preliminary thoughts on the company's valuation based on the A-H premium.</li>
</ul>


ASR Microelectronics, a fabless designer of cellular connectivity chips and AI SoCs, is seeking an A+H listing. MS and Haitong are the joint sponsors.
We look at the company's three segments: wireless connectivity chips, smart device SoCs and custom ASIC solutions.
We discuss our preliminary thoughts on the company's valuation based on the A-H premium.


ASR Microelectronics (翱捷科技) A+H Pre-IPO: Early Thoughts

AI | Semiconductors | Commodities, Mint Finance

Raghav Vashisht

AI | Semiconductors | Commodities

Deep Fundamental Analysis

Mint Finance

Mint Finance's investment research blends deep fundamental analysis with technical & quant insights. Investment strategies straddle across multiple asset classes with risk management embedded into every trade to deliver an outsized reward-to-risk ratio.

Mint Finance's research is centered around three key themes. First, energy transition and climate change. Second, artificial intelligence. Third, shifting world order with its impact across politics and monetary economics.

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<li>Engineering work continues on the 14A, but further capacity expansion is on hold until a major external customer commits.</li>
<li>CEO Lip-Bu Tan is prioritising balance sheet strength and shareholder returns after years of aggressive capex.</li>
<li>Intel would only expand PPE upon firm commitments, ensuring any new foundry capacity is tied to revenue certainty.</li>
</ul>


Engineering work continues on the 14A, but further capacity expansion is on hold until a major external customer commits.
CEO Lip-Bu Tan is prioritising balance sheet strength and shareholder returns after years of aggressive capex.
Intel would only expand PPE upon firm commitments, ensuring any new foundry capacity is tied to revenue certainty.


Is 14A on the Chopping Block, or Is Intel Raising the Stakes for a Whale

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<li>SOXX rose 1.3% as AMD, Nvidia, and Broadcom rallied on China access and upgrades, while Micron and ASML lagged on memory and High-NA concerns.</li>
<li>ASML warned on 2026 as TSMC and Samsung delay High-NA EUV; newer designs instead boost demand for etch players over lithography.</li>
<li>$136M ETF outflows and a 25% drop in options activity show gains remain narrow, with investors waiting on tariffs and real tech catalysts.</li>
</ul>


SOXX rose 1.3% as AMD, Nvidia, and Broadcom rallied on China access and upgrades, while Micron and ASML lagged on memory and High-NA concerns.
ASML warned on 2026 as TSMC and Samsung delay High-NA EUV; newer designs instead boost demand for etch players over lithography.
$136M ETF outflows and a 25% drop in options activity show gains remain narrow, with investors waiting on tariffs and real tech catalysts.


[Wafer Watch] Top Chipmakers Drive the Index, Broader Market Stalls

<ul>
<li>Marvell's technical presentations were longer than expected but well-received, showcasing their differentiation from Broadcom</li>
<li>Marvell has a deep pool of technical talent and a framework for explaining their innovations effectively</li>
<li>Challenges with the custom business model being lumpy and heavily cyclical, with uncertainties in revenue pipelines and scaling projects with hyperscalers</li>
</ul>
This content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.


Marvell's technical presentations were longer than expected but well-received, showcasing their differentiation from Broadcom
Marvell has a deep pool of technical talent and a framework for explaining their innovations effectively
Challenges with the custom business model being lumpy and heavily cyclical, with uncertainties in revenue pipelines and scaling projects with hyperscalers

This content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

EP 123: Marvell ASIC TAM, ASIC Challenges Remain, More Semi 2.0

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Broadcom Inc. designs, develops, and supplies semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions. The Company offers storage adapters, controllers, networking processors, motion control encoders, and optical sensors, as well as infrastructure and security software to modernize, optimize, and secure the most complex hybrid environments. Broadcom serves customers worldwide.

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EP 133: Broadcom Earnings, More on ASICS vs. GPUs, Google Selling TPUs?

Broadcom had a strong quarter, beating revenue and EPS expectations, with CEO Hawk Tan's announcement of a new customer causing the stock to rise...

The Circuit

ASR Microelectronics (翱捷科技) A+H Pre-IPO: Early Thoughts

ASR Microelectronics is seeking an A+H listing. In this note, we look at the company's business, its industry context and provide our early...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Is 14A on the Chopping Block, or Is Intel Raising the Stakes for a Whale

Intel is focusing on financial stability and shareholder returns, delaying capacity expansion until it secures commitments from major customers.

Mint Finance

[Wafer Watch] Top Chipmakers Drive the Index, Broader Market Stalls

AMD, Nvidia, and Broadcom lead the gains, but falling flows, cautious options bets, and structural shifts in chipmaking leave the rally on...

Mint Finance

EP 123: Marvell ASIC TAM, ASIC Challenges Remain, More Semi 2.0

Marvell's detailed presentations showcased their technical advancements, revenue growth predictions, and challenges in the custom business with...

The Circuit

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EP 133: Broadcom Earnings, More on ASICS vs. GPUs, Google Selling TPUs?

Broadcom had a strong quarter, beating revenue and EPS expectations, with CEO Hawk Tan's announcement of a new customer causing the stock to rise...

The Circuit

ASR Microelectronics (翱捷科技) A+H Pre-IPO: Early Thoughts

ASR Microelectronics is seeking an A+H listing. In this note, we look at the company's business, its industry context and provide our early...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Is 14A on the Chopping Block, or Is Intel Raising the Stakes for a Whale

​Intel is focusing on financial stability and shareholder returns, delaying capacity expansion until it secures commitments from major customers.

Mint Finance

[Wafer Watch] Top Chipmakers Drive the Index, Broader Market Stalls

AMD, Nvidia, and Broadcom lead the gains, but falling flows, cautious options bets, and structural shifts in chipmaking leave the rally on...

Mint Finance

EP 123: Marvell ASIC TAM, ASIC Challenges Remain, More Semi 2.0

Marvell's detailed presentations showcased their technical advancements, revenue growth predictions, and challenges in the custom business with...

The Circuit

Intel is focusing on financial stability and shareholder returns, delaying capacity expansion until it secures commitments from major customers.