A Fundamental Look at the Current AI Supercycle

In this episode, guest host, U.S. Equity Portfolio Manager Justin Howell is joined by Technology Analyst Victor Anthony to discuss the evolution, impact, and investment trends surrounding artificial intelligence (AI). The conversation covers the rapid adoption of generative AI technologies like ChatGPT, the competitive responses and capital expenditures of major technology companies, the cost and complexity of building data centers, and the shifting bottlenecks from compute hardware to power infrastructure. Justin and Victor analyze the roles of key industry players such as Nvidia, AMD, and the "Magnificent Seven," explore how AI is reshaping stock market returns and business models, and debate the sustainability and potential risks of the ongoing AI investment cycle. The episode concludes with insights on what signals might indicate an AI bubble and the long-term implications for returns on invested capital in the sector. The information contained herein is for information purposes only. The information has been drawn from sources believed to be reliable. Graphs and charts are used for illustrative purposes only and do not reflect future values or future performance of any investment. The information does not provide financial, legal, tax or investment advice. Particular investment, tax or trading strategies should be evaluated relative to each individual's objectives and risk tolerance.This material is not an offer to any person in any jurisdiction where unlawful or unauthorized. These materials have not been reviewed by and are not registered with any securities or other regulatory authority in jurisdictions where we operate.Any general discussion or opinions contained within these materials regarding securities or market conditions represent our view or the view of the source cited. Unless otherwise indicated, such view is as of the date noted and is subject to change. Information about the portfolio holdings, asset allocation or diversification is historical and is subject to change.This document may contain forward-looking statements (“FLS”). FLS reflect current expectations and projections about future events and/or outcomes based on data currently available. Such expectations and projections may be incorrect in the future as events which were not anticipated or considered in their formulation may occur and lead to results that differ materially from those expressed or implied. FLS are not guarantees of future performance and reliance on FLS should be avoided.No investment strategy or risk management technique can guarantee returns or eliminate risk in any market environment. Any characteristics, guidelines, constraints or other information provided for this material is representative of the investment strategy and is provided for illustrative purposes only. They may change at any time and may differ for a specific account. Each client account is individually managed; actual holdings will vary for each client and there is no guarantee that a particular client's account will have the same characteristics as described herein. Any information about the holdings, asset allocation, or sector diversification is historical and is not an indication of future performance or any future portfolio composition, which will vary. Portfolio holdings are representative of the strategy, are subject to change at any time and are not a recommendation to buy or sell a security. The securities identified and described do not represent all of the securities purchased, sold or recommended for the portfolio. It should not be assumed that an investment in these securities or sectors was or will be profitable.The securities disclosed may or may not be a current investment in any strategy. Any reference to a specific company listed herein does not constitute a recommendation to buy, sell or hold securities of such company, nor does it constitute a recommendation to invest directly in any such company. Any projections, targets, or estimates in this presentation are forward-looking statements and are based on our internal research, analysis, and assumptions. There can be no assurances that such projections, targets, or estimates will occur and the actual results may be materially different. Additional information about our assumptions is available upon request. Other events which were not taken into account in formulating such projections, targets, or estimates may occur and may significantly affect the returns or performance.For Jurisdictions Outside of Canada and the United States: This information is only intended for use in jurisdictions where its distribution or availability is consistent with local laws or regulations. This material is not an offer to any person in any jurisdiction where unlawful or unauthorized. These materials have not been reviewed by and are not registered with any securities or other regulatory authority in jurisdictions where we operate.Australia: Epoch Investment Partners, Inc. (ARBN: ...