The biggest takeaway is that AI investing is entering a “show me the ROI” phase. Strong earnings are no longer enough; investors want to see whether massive CapEx can translate into recurring revenue, margins and cash flow.
Microsoft remains my favorite because Azure and Copilot already provide a clearer monetization path. Amazon benefits from AWS’s picks-and-shovels model, while Alphabet offers a balanced combination of Search cash flow, Cloud growth and Gemini upside. Meta’s ad engine is strong, but its huge CapEx raises ROI concerns. Apple is taking the opposite, capital-light approach.
The late-July selloff also reminds us that leverage and forced liquidation can temporarily overpower fundamentals.
Going forward, I would focus on AI monetization, free cash flow and valuation, rather than simply chasing the biggest AI spenders. The AI cycle may continue, but the next winners will be those that turn computing power into sustainable earnings.
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