Broadcom AI Warning: 65% Margins vs Custom Chips
Broadcom crushed Q4 earnings with \$18B revenue and 74% AI growth, yet shares plunged 10.7%. This report breaks down the margin compression paradox - why booming AI chip sales can hurt profitability.
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Broadcom's AI Surge: Why Custom Silicon is the New Gold Standard
Broadcom has confirmed what industry insiders suspected: the custom silicon revolution is here. With AI chip sales doubling and a $30B target for 2026, the company is proving that Nvidia isn't the only winner in the AI infrastructure buildout.
The 25% Deal: Trump Opens Nvidia H200 Sales to China
President Trump has reportedly approved Nvidia H200 sales to China in exchange for a 25% revenue kickback to the US. We analyze the technical specs of the H200, the economics of this 'pay-to-play' model, and what it means for the global AI arms race.
China Cuts Nvidia: Domestic Chips to Replace H20?
China is reportedly advising local companies to stop purchasing Nvidia's H20 chips, favoring domestic alternatives like Huawei and Moore Threads. Is this the end of Nvidia in China?
Moore Threads IPO: China's $1.1 Billion Bet to Topple Nvidia
Moore Threads, dubbed the 'Nvidia of China,' soared in its trading debut after a $1.1 billion IPO. With 4,000x oversubscription, is this the beginning of serious competition for Nvidia?
The Silicon War: Google TPUs vs. Nvidia Blackwell
Google's new Trillium and Ironwood TPUs are challenging Nvidia's Blackwell dominance with superior efficiency and lower costs. We break down the specs, the economics, and the winner.