Asks about positioning in volatile market with expectations of volatility.
Nicole
Chris McMahon
Expects war to end soon, calming markets; expects oil prices to stabilize quickly; sees great long-term opportunity; companies are making money; expects interest rates to come down with two rate cuts this year.
Asks if AI infrastructure (build-out, energy, power) is where to be for AI.
Nicole
Chris McMahon
Yes, on AI side, power sector like Siemens is undervalued with tremendous opportunity; AI will disrupt companies like Salesforce but power will be needed; loves power, energy, raw materials, rare earth minerals, and copper.
Asks about other metals beyond copper.
Nicole
Chris McMahon
Gold and silver had great run but looking more towards rare earths and copper; halo stocks like McDonald's, Coca-Cola will benefit from market broadening.
Asks which Mag 7 stock is of interest, down 20% in six months.
Nicole
Chris McMahon
Microsoft is the pick; down 20% but $250B revenue company with tremendous value; believes this is the year for Microsoft; could be 20-25% stock this year, possibly back to $555 by January next year.
Asks about Deere and why.
Nicole
Chris McMahon
Agriculture is too important; global events highlight its importance; bonus depreciation for farmers buying equipment will drive demand; lower interest rates will drive things; beginning of buying cycle for farm equipment; Deere uniquely positioned.
Asks about Siemens Energy ADR among energy choices.
Nicole
Chris McMahon
Siemens Energy is big with huge backlog; positioned to be a leader in powering AI centers; hard to screw up given position.
Asks for second favorite Mag 7 stock.
Nicole
Chris McMahon
Tesla still has room; they won't be making cars in 5 years; robots doing kung fu demonstration shows world changing; Tesla uniquely positioned.