Asian Hedge Fund Manager, Long Short Equity, Macro

David Mudd

Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>Low volatility investing has taken the mantle from Dividend yield as the top strategy during July</li>
<li><a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/byd-electronic-international-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:1927:1" rel="noopener">BYD Electronics (285 HK)</a> and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/alibaba-group-holding-ltd-d7b798e2-202d-4e01-9a1e-799e2ae8f0c7" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:28434:1" rel="noopener">Alibaba Group Holding (9988 HK)</a> are rated BUYs as their businesses show improvement.  </li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/kingdee-international-sftwr" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:37:1" rel="noopener">Kingdee International Software (268 HK)</a> is seeing a softening in its SME business, however there is  potential to gain market share from foreign ERP companies given the pledged government's policies.
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Low volatility investing has taken the mantle from Dividend yield as the top strategy during July
BYD Electronics (285 HK) and Alibaba Group Holding (9988 HK) are rated BUYs as their businesses show improvement.  

Kingdee International Software (268 HK) is seeing a softening in its SME business, however there is  potential to gain market share from foreign ERP companies given the pledged government's policies.



BUY/SELL/HOLD: Hong Kong Stock Updates (July 29)

Independent research on the U.S. markets, Baptista Research

Baptista Research

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International Business Machines / Equity Bottom-Up

<ul><li>International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) recently discussed its financial outcomes for the second quarter of 2024, presenting a mix of strengths and areas for improvement that inform its current investment thesis.</li><li>IBM's leadership emphasized robust performance in their Software and Infrastructure segments, demonstrating significant revenue growth fueled by continuous innovations in artificial intelligence (AI) and hybrid cloud technologies.</li><li>However, the Consulting segment showed weaker dynamics, reflecting a more cautious spending environment among clients regarding discretionary projects.</li></ul>

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) recently discussed its financial outcomes for the second quarter of 2024, presenting a mix of strengths and areas for improvement that inform its current investment thesis.IBM's leadership emphasized robust performance in their Software and Infrastructure segments, demonstrating significant revenue growth fueled by continuous innovations in artificial intelligence (AI) and hybrid cloud technologies.However, the Consulting segment showed weaker dynamics, reflecting a more cautious spending environment among clients regarding discretionary projects.

International Business Machines (IBM): Will Their Hybrid Cloud and AI Investments Pay Off? - Major Drivers

Tracking developments across tech supply chains, Tech Supply Chain Tracker

Tech Supply Chain Tracker

Tracking developments across tech supply chains

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<li>AI technology is driving sustainability efforts while posing environmental risks, as discussed by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang at London Tech Week 2024.</li>
<li>AI is revolutionizing computing and task optimization through advanced PCs and architectures, with AMD CEO predicting its dominance in the future and emphasizing Taiwan's crucial role in the tech industry.</li>
<li>Google is investing $5 billion in expanding its Singapore Data Center and Cloud Region campus, Apple is introducing VisionOS for spatial computing, and the UK is seeking Taiwanese partnerships for high-tech collaborations, while also focusing on privacy with Apple Intelligence at WWDC.</li>
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AI technology is driving sustainability efforts while posing environmental risks, as discussed by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang at London Tech Week 2024.
AI is revolutionizing computing and task optimization through advanced PCs and architectures, with AMD CEO predicting its dominance in the future and emphasizing Taiwan's crucial role in the tech industry.
Google is investing $5 billion in expanding its Singapore Data Center and Cloud Region campus, Apple is introducing VisionOS for spatial computing, and the UK is seeking Taiwanese partnerships for high-tech collaborations, while also focusing on privacy with Apple Intelligence at WWDC.


Tech Supply Chain Tracker (12-Jun-2024): AI aids sustainability but poses environmental challenges.

<ul><li>Global EV charger market overview with key players highlighted in the industry, including a focus on technological advancements.</li><li>Ex-IBM Chief Accessibility Officer seeks to revolutionize digital inclusion in Taiwan's manufacturing sector through innovative strategies and initiatives.</li><li>Updates on notebook shipment for April 2024, global smartphone sales in the first quarter of 2024 as well as collaborations such as SDC &amp; Lenovo teaming up to launch slidable display devices by 2025.</li></ul>

Global EV charger market overview with key players highlighted in the industry, including a focus on technological advancements.Ex-IBM Chief Accessibility Officer seeks to revolutionize digital inclusion in Taiwan's manufacturing sector through innovative strategies and initiatives.Updates on notebook shipment for April 2024, global smartphone sales in the first quarter of 2024 as well as collaborations such as SDC &amp; Lenovo teaming up to launch slidable display devices by 2025.

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (25-May-2024): Global EV charger market & key players

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<li>Tech titans foresee the obsolescence of AI PC by Computex 2024, sparking anticipation for new technological advancements.</li>
<li>Disney and Warner's collaboration in the streaming market introduces fresh competition, shaking up the industry landscape.</li>
<li>ASML's thriving in the Angstrom Era credits its success to relentless innovation and adaptability within the semiconductor sector.</li>
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Tech titans foresee the obsolescence of AI PC by Computex 2024, sparking anticipation for new technological advancements.
Disney and Warner's collaboration in the streaming market introduces fresh competition, shaking up the industry landscape.
ASML's thriving in the Angstrom Era credits its success to relentless innovation and adaptability within the semiconductor sector.


Tech Supply Chain Tracker (18-May-2024): AI PC term will be obsolete soon, tech titans predict at pre-Computex event.

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International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) provides computer solutions through the use of advanced information technology. The Company's solutions include technologies, systems, products, services, software, and financing. IBM offers its products through its global sales and distribution organization, as well as through a variety of third party distributors and resellers.

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Tech titans foresee AI PCs replacing current technology; Disney and Warner's streaming partnership shakes up the market; ASML's innovation drives...

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