Korea/Asia, Events, IPOs, Douglas Research Advisory

Douglas Kim

Korea/Asia, Events, IPOs

Douglas Research Advisory

Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>It recently became publicly available that Michael Burry (CEO of Scion Asset Management) started buying put options on numerous Chinese stocks including Alibaba Group Holding (BABA US).</li>
<li>We highlight four major reasons why Burry may have turned bearish on Chinese tech names (tariffs, delisting threats, increasing hostile political pressure on China, and China's 30 year bond yield). </li>
<li>Although we do not know exactly know how Burry has changed his position in 2Q25, he is likely to have reduced put options on major Chinese tech stocks in April/May.</li>
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It recently became publicly available that Michael Burry (CEO of Scion Asset Management) started buying put options on numerous Chinese stocks including Alibaba Group Holding (BABA US).
We highlight four major reasons why Burry may have turned bearish on Chinese tech names (tariffs, delisting threats, increasing hostile political pressure on China, and China's 30 year bond yield). 
Although we do not know exactly know how Burry has changed his position in 2Q25, he is likely to have reduced put options on major Chinese tech stocks in April/May.


Why Is Michael Burry So Bearish on Alibaba (And Other Major Chinese Tech Stocks)?

European Event-Driven Analyst

Jesus Rodriguez Aguilar

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<li>This Wednesday, after the Wall Street close, <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/nvidia-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:5891:1" rel="noopener">NVIDIA Corp (NVDA US)</a> will release its second-quarter figures, concluding the current earnings season. The stock has returned 155% YTD.</li>
<li>Nvidia's results will be crucial in determining whether its stock recovery continues (+25% since its August 5 low and 11.8% below its all-time high of $140.76 on June 20).</li>
<li>Historically, when Nvidia's earnings and guidance have been strong, its stock has rebounded by c. 30% and over in four occasions.</li>
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This Wednesday, after the Wall Street close, NVIDIA Corp (NVDA US) will release its second-quarter figures, concluding the current earnings season. The stock has returned 155% YTD.
Nvidia's results will be crucial in determining whether its stock recovery continues (+25% since its August 5 low and 11.8% below its all-time high of $140.76 on June 20).
Historically, when Nvidia's earnings and guidance have been strong, its stock has rebounded by c. 30% and over in four occasions.


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

Baptista Research

Independent research on the U.S. markets

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Baptista Research is owned and managed by Ishan Majumdar, an ex-Venture Capitalist/ Investment Banker, a Chartered Accountant, and a Masters’ degree holder in Management from HEC Paris. Ishan has nearly a decade of experience in Mergers and Acquisitions, Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs), Venture Capital Investing, Corporate Strategy, and Valuation in front-office roles at the likes of BNP Paribas CIB, Credit Agricole CIB, Groupe Danone, and TIW Private Equity. He has worked on and closed multiple acquisition deals, leveraged buyouts, and start-up investment transactions.

<ul><li>NVIDIA Corporation, a titan in the semiconductor industry, has been at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation, primarily due to its cutting-edge GPUs that power everything from deep learning algorithms to complex simulations.</li><li>As the company approaches its earnings report, investors are keenly observing the performance of its AI-driven products amidst a backdrop of global market dynamics and regulatory challenges.</li><li> The company's recent advancements, such as the "Blackwell" chip series, promise significant improvements in processing speed and efficiency.</li></ul>

NVIDIA Corporation, a titan in the semiconductor industry, has been at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation, primarily due to its cutting-edge GPUs that power everything from deep learning algorithms to complex simulations.As the company approaches its earnings report, investors are keenly observing the performance of its AI-driven products amidst a backdrop of global market dynamics and regulatory challenges. The company's recent advancements, such as the "Blackwell" chip series, promise significant improvements in processing speed and efficiency.

Inside NVIDIA's China Play: Going Beyond U.S. Export Controls To Win Big In China!

Market & Forensics Analyst, Beat the Street

Nimish Maheshwari

Market & Forensics Analyst

Beat the Street

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Their analysis on Bankrupt & Insolvent companies has been instrumental in saving investors from significant losses. They have a keen eye for identifying red flags and has identified exclusive redflags earlier in Vedanta, Nykaa, Dhani Services, Adani and many more.

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Thematic (Sector/Industry)

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<li>GameStop shares fell 12.1% after a disappointing annual shareholder meeting</li>
<li>Nvidia insiders sell over $700 million in shares as stock soars 164%</li>
<li>Blackstone bids $1.74 billion to acquire Japanese digital comic distributor Infocom</li>
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GameStop shares fell 12.1% after a disappointing annual shareholder meeting
Nvidia insiders sell over $700 million in shares as stock soars 164%
Blackstone bids $1.74 billion to acquire Japanese digital comic distributor Infocom


#20Business Buzz: GamesStop Shares Fell, Nvidia Insider Selling, Berkshire Reduces Stake in BYD

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<li>India's stock market dropped $386 billion after election results showed a narrower-than-expected lead for Modi</li>
<li>Intel's CEO introduced new AI products at Computex, challenging Nvidia's market dominance</li>
<li>Chinese companies rush to raise funds amid a stock market rebound, driven by investor optimism and future uncertainty</li>
</ul>


India's stock market dropped $386 billion after election results showed a narrower-than-expected lead for Modi
Intel's CEO introduced new AI products at Computex, challenging Nvidia's market dominance
Chinese companies rush to raise funds amid a stock market rebound, driven by investor optimism and future uncertainty


#11Business Buzz: India's Stock Market Plunge, Intel Vs. Nvidia, and China's Fundraising Frenzy

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Why Is Michael Burry So Bearish on Alibaba (And Other Major Chinese Tech Stocks)?

It recently became publicly available that Michael Burry (CEO of Scion Asset Management) recently started buying put options on numerous Chinese...

Douglas Kim

All Eyes on Nvidia

This Wednesday, after the Wall Street close, NVIDIA Corp (NVDA US) will release its second-quarter figures, concluding the current earnings season....

Jesus Rodriguez Aguilar

Inside NVIDIA's China Play: Going Beyond U.S. Export Controls To Win Big In China!

NVIDIA Corporation, a titan in the semiconductor industry, has been at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation, primarily due to...

Baptista Research

#20Business Buzz: GamesStop Shares Fell, Nvidia Insider Selling, Berkshire Reduces Stake in BYD

GameStop shares drop after shareholder meeting, Nvidia insiders cash in on soaring stock, Blackstone makes $1.74 billion bid for Japanese comic...

Nimish Maheshwari

#11Business Buzz: India's Stock Market Plunge, Intel Vs. Nvidia, and China's Fundraising Frenzy

India's stock market falls as Modi's lead narrows, Intel challenges Nvidia with new AI products, Chinese companies raise funds amidst market...

Nimish Maheshwari

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Why Is Michael Burry So Bearish on Alibaba (And Other Major Chinese Tech Stocks)?

It recently became publicly available that Michael Burry (CEO of Scion Asset Management) recently started buying put options on numerous Chinese...

Douglas Kim

All Eyes on Nvidia

This Wednesday, after the Wall Street close, NVIDIA Corp (NVDA US) will release its second-quarter figures, concluding the current earnings season....

Jesus Rodriguez Aguilar

Inside NVIDIA's China Play: Going Beyond U.S. Export Controls To Win Big In China!

NVIDIA Corporation, a titan in the semiconductor industry, has been at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation, primarily due to...

Baptista Research

#20Business Buzz: GamesStop Shares Fell, Nvidia Insider Selling, Berkshire Reduces Stake in BYD

​GameStop shares drop after shareholder meeting, Nvidia insiders cash in on soaring stock, Blackstone makes $1.74 billion bid for Japanese comic...

Nimish Maheshwari

#11Business Buzz: India's Stock Market Plunge, Intel Vs. Nvidia, and China's Fundraising Frenzy

​India's stock market falls as Modi's lead narrows, Intel challenges Nvidia with new AI products, Chinese companies raise funds amidst market...

Nimish Maheshwari

GameStop shares drop after shareholder meeting, Nvidia insiders cash in on soaring stock, Blackstone makes $1.74 billion bid for Japanese comic...

India's stock market falls as Modi's lead narrows, Intel challenges Nvidia with new AI products, Chinese companies raise funds amidst market...