Despite this, the Indian sugar industry is battling several challenges. The yield of sugarcane in India is very low compared to other major exporters. The production cost of sugar is also very high compared to other crops.

Moreover, sugar has a short smashing season, and with a growing population, the demand for sugar is only going to go up. These challenges are hindering India’s progress with respect to sugar exports.

In recent weeks, Indian sugar stocks have been in the limelight amid concerns about a global sugar shortage.

With all that’s been going on in the industry, let’s look at thebelow 100 that still have enough headroom to grow.

First on this list is KCP Sugar & Industries.

The company is engaged in the manufacturing of sugar as well as its associated products such as rectified spirit, extra neutral alcohol, ethanol, incidental cogeneration of power, etc.

Interestingly, the stock is part of Dolly Khanna’s portfolio as the latest shareholding pattern shows that she holds 1.26% stake in the company as of September 2023.

The company currently trades at 37 with a market cap of 4.2 billion (bn).Ahmedabad Investment

In the past three months, shares of the company have seen a decent rise, in line with the rally witnessed in other sugar stocks.

In the past one year, the stock is up around 70%.

KCP Sugar & Industries Share Price – 1 Year Performance

Sugar stocks overall have seen a decent rise in the quarter gone by as increase in sugar prices boosted the demand.

Reportedly, sugar prices got a boost as limited rainfall in India’s key growing regions raised production concerns for the upcoming season. Higher sugar price is expected to improve margins of sugar-producing companies like KCP Sugar.

The other reason why shares are on an uptrend is because of its strong Q1 results. The company reported a total income of 1.2 bn during the quarter under review as compared to 0.5 bn in the March 2023 quarter.

It also turned profitable and posted a net profit of 306.8 million (m) as against a net loss of 84.7 m in March 2023 quarter and a net loss of 14.3 m in the year ago quarter.

Taking into account better future prospects due to the ethanol story, the company’s performance in the coming years is expected to improve.

The company is present in this domain since decades and enjoys a strong relationship with farmers due to long standing presence in the region.

As part of diversification and not relying on single source of income, the company has also forayed into processing of Urad Dal with installed capacity 22,000 MT.

The revenue contribution from this division is yet to make an impact on overall numbers.

Going forward, the company also has plans to foray into engineering and chemicals manufacturing segments.

Next on this list is Dollex Agrotech.

Indore based Dollex Agrotech is engaged into trading and manufacturing of sugar and jaggery from its manufacturing plant located in Madhya Pradesh.

It procures sugarcane which is the key raw material from the local farmers and sells majority of its product domestically.

Shares of the company currently trade at 39 with a marketcap of 97.4 m.

The company was listed in December 2022 on the NSE. Since listing, it has gained 13%.

Coming to its financials, the company has posted strong growth in the past five years.

It’s one of those companies having a double digit ROE and ROCE of 16% and 12.7%, respectively as of FY23.

The company has even brought down its debt in the past four years and its current debt to equity stands at 0.9x.

In its FY23 annual report, the company has listed multiple tailwinds that could work in its favour as the sugar industry grows overall and as the ethanol blending also happens.

It remains to be seen how Dollex Agrotech takes a part in the ethanol megatrend and captures a slice of the pie.

Third on this list is Dwarikesh Sugar.

From humble beginnings in 1993 with a single plant of capacity 2,500 TCD, the company has come a long way in becoming one of the leading sugar manufacturers in India.Pune Investment

The company has been raising the crushing capacity regularly and the capacity has since been increased to 21,500 TCD.

Dwarikesh Sugar currently trades at 91 with a marketcap of 17.1 bn.

It more or less trades near the same level it was trading a year ago.

Shares of the company have fallen in the past few weeks in line with broader market and because of its Q2 performance.

In the second quarter of FY24, the company’s profit parameters were negatively affected by an additional levy obligation imposed by the state government. This levy treated both B and C heavy molasses equally, despite the fact that they have different potential ethanol outputs.

According to the company’s filing, this has led to an additional expense of 199.2 m during the same time. This has also deprived the company of the opportunity to convert the molasses into ethanol, which is a more profitable.

Going forward, the performance is likely to be upbeat due to steady sugar realisations and higher volumes from the distillery segment.

The sales volume of industrial alcohol has also gone up this year. The company is hoping to leverage this given its forward-integrated operations.Simla Stock

Next on the list is Kothari Sugars.

The company is an integrated sugar company with units at Kattur and Sathamangalam in Tamil Nadu. It has a combined capacity of 6,400 TCD.

It also has a distillery capacity of 60 KLPD and a total power co-generation capacity of 33 MW.

Kothari Sugars share price currently trades at 50 with a marketcap of 408.2 m.

It has gained around 10% in the past one year.

In FY23, the company posted its best ever performance in terms of revenue and net profit. It looks set to surpass that feat in FY24 going by its numbers so far this financial year.

It has also reduced debt. The debt to equity currently stands at 0.2x.

Due to its established presence in the industry for more than 70 years, the company has a diversified customer base and healthy relationships with sugarcane farmers.

Last on this list is Rana Sugars.

The company is engaged in the business of manufacturing sugar and allied businesses of cogeneration and distillery.

Rana Sugars pioneered manufacturing of sugar from sugar beet in India. It set up India’s first sugar beet processing facility at its Amritsar facility.

Rana Sugars share price currently trades at 25 with a marketcap of 3.8 bn.

The stock has gained around 15% in the past one year. In the past one month, the share price is down over 10%.

The company’s distillery units provide alternate revenue stream against the cyclicality of its sugar business.

It also has long-term power purchase agreements (PPA) with the state grids of Punjab and UP. The 102-MW installed co-generation power unit is used captively as well as for exports under the long-term PPAs.

Currently, the company is focussing partly on ethanol and shifting the sugar manufacturing activities towards ethanol manufacturing to earn better margins.

The world is on the cusp of a massive energy revolution. People are going green like never before, shifting from fossil fuels to cleaner, more sustainable sources such as ethanol. Sugar companies are benefiting from this megatrend in a big way.

After the government established the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) programme, the sugar industry became more valuable to investors.

India is set to become the third largest market for ethanol by 2026 after US and Brazil. This increase in demand is expected to continue for some time now. But not for too long.

As the electric vehicle (EV) industry establishes itself, the need for fuel will reduce.

However, it will take some time for the EV industry to operate in a full-fledged manner in IndiaJaipur Stock. Until then, ethanol is India’s only way to reduce carbon emissions.

Despite having so many compelling reasons, you should be cautious about investing in top sugar stocks.

The sugar industry is cyclical in nature and is heavily dependent on climatic conditions. It is also a highly regulated industry, as sugar is an essential commodity.

Happy Investing!

Disclaimer:This article is for information purposes only. It is not a stock recommendation and should not be treated as such.

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AI prodigy Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock has risen colossally from $15 (split-adjusted) when I first wrote about it to almost $121 currently. It surpassed Apple to become the world’s second-highest-valued company. I also predicted that NVDA could go for a stock split, and it just did. The stock continues to surprise with newer highs (+144% YTD) after its spectacular earnings beat. Nonetheless, my thesis remains intact: NVDA is attractive for the long term based on its undeniable AI leadership and exponential AI growth potential.

On May 22, Nvidia posted yet another blowout Q1 result on May 22, driven by robust continued computing and accelerated generative AI demand momentum. Adjusted earnings of $6.12 per share handily beat the consensus estimate of $5.60 per share. Also, the figure came in much higher (+461%) than the Fiscal Q1-2024 (ended April 2023) figure of $1.09 per share.

Impressively, Q1 revenue jumped 262% year-over-year to $26.04 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $24.59 billionAhmedabad Stock. On top of that, its adjusted gross margin expanded 13.8 percentage points to an unbelievably new high at 78.4% from 64.6% a year ago.

Concurrent with the earnings report, the company also announced a 10-for-1 stock split. While the stock split does not change the valuation or the performance of the company, it does mean that NVDA will now be more available to retail investors, creating short-term momentum in the share price.

On top of that, the company hiked its quarterly cash dividend by 150% to $0.01 per share on a post-split basis. NVDA shares started trading on a split-adjusted basis today. Markedly, this is Nvidia’s sixth stock split.

Importantly, NVDA’s crown-jewel segment, Data Center revenues, soared 427% year-over-year to $22.6 billion. The segment makes up 86% of the firm’s total revenue. As expected, revenues declined in China due to the U.S. export control restrictionsPune Stock. During the earnings call, management affirmed that “business in China is substantially lower than the levels of the past.”

Looking ahead, the Q2 guidance appears promising, with its revenues expected to hover around $28 billion, ahead of expectations. However, adjusted gross margins are forecast to be around 75.5% versus 77% projected for Q1 three months ago. Nonetheless, it still remains far ahead of chipmakers like Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) and Intel (NASDAQ:INTC), with gross profit margins of 50.6% and 41.5%, respectively, in the past year.

Nvidia continues to innovate in the AI space, keeping its leadership status quo intact by innovating newer, cutting-edge AI products. NVDA’s latest GPUs & CPUs, backed by both its hardware and software capabilities, remain top-of-the-line in the AI industry. As the preferred choice in high-computing data centers worldwide, NVDA commands superior pricing power.

The scope and expansion of AI continue to grow manifold, and the demand clearly continues to outpace supply. During the earnings call, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated, “Beyond cloud service providers, generative AI has expanded to consumer Internet companies and enterprise, Sovereign AI, automotive, and health care customers, creating multiple multibillion-dollar vertical markets.”

At the Computex conference held in Taiwan on June 2, Huang unveiled Nvidia’s latest AI architecture, Rubin, which is expected to begin shipping in 2026. This follows the launch of the Blackwell platform less than three months ago in March. Blackwell, designed for high-performance AI and scientific computing, succeeded the Hopper platform, which was optimized for AI inference and training and launched less than a year ago.New Delhi Wealth Management

Blackwell is now in full production and expected to ramp up in Q3. Meanwhile, Hopper continues to see strong demand.

Further, Huang said that NVDA will launch a new family of chips every year, compared to its initial plan of releasing new models every two years. This accelerated pace of innovation and rapid transition to newer models and chip enhancements has allowed Nvidia to retain a 70% to 95% market share (according to estimates from Mizuho Securities) in the AI chip market.

However, competition in the AI space is heating up. Competitors like AMD (with its Ryzen AI 300) and Intel are launching newer AI chips at lower prices. Despite this, Nvidia’s first-mover advantage in AI technology keeps AMD and Intel several quarters behind NVDA.

Having overtaken Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) by market cap, many investors are hesitant to purchase NVDA stock amid its remarkable rally and concerns about overvaluation.

On the contrary, however, NVDA stock is not expensive. Currently, it’s trading at a forward P/E ratio of 44.7x (based on FY2025 earnings expectations). This is relatively cheaper than the multiples of its peer group. For instance, NVDA’s closest competitor and U.S.-based semiconductor company, AMD, is trading at a forward P/E of 47.8x, while Netherlands-based semiconductor stock ASML (NASDAQ:ASML) is trading at a forward P/E of 51x.

Interestingly, its current valuation is still hovering around its five-year average of 46.6x despite the earnings, margins, and stock price having grown multifold. These are attractive price levels and likely present a reasonable buying opportunity, in my view, given the supernormal growth potential for the AI market titan Nvidia.

NVDA stands as an invincible force, a stock that garners widespread attention. With 37 Buys and three Hold ratings from analysts in the last three months, the consensus rating is unmistakably a Strong Buy. Nonetheless, the average Nvidia stock target price of $123.62 suggests that the shares will return 2.2% over the next year.

Nvidia has climbed to become the second most valuable stock in the world, with a market cap of $2.98 trillion, a significant leap from just under $100 billion less than five years ago. NVDA has earned its stature by leading the AI industry to unprecedented heights.

Despite increasing competition, NVDA continues to enjoy a sizeable market share in the AI industry, which will continue to grow by leaps and bounds in the coming years. Therefore, I will continue to buy NVDA at current levels. While some critics warn of waning demand after the initial wave of AI installations, I believe this is at least several quarters away. Therefore, I will continue to buy NVDA at current levels.

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: In a significant move towards energy self-reliance, Union minister for and mines said that aims to reduce its coal import dependency drastically, targeting to bring it down to 2% in the next financial year and completely phase out imports by 2025-26.

Launching the 9th round of commercial coal mine auction, the minister emphasized the critical role of coal in India’s energy security, stating the country will continue to depend on coal for the next 30-40 yearsKolkata Stocks. He highlighted the government’s efforts in reducing coal imports, noting a decrease from 26% in 2019-20 to 21% in the current fiscal.

“The demand for power is rising, and to meet this growing need, an increase in coal production is essential,” said, addressing the need for enhanced coal output to keep pace with the country’s escalating power demands.

Coal Secretary Amrit said that measures are being taken to boost the washing capacity for both coking and domestic coal to further reduce import dependency. A total of 31 coal mines, including 26 under the ninth round and 5 under the second attempt of the seventh round, are offered in the ninth round of commercial coal mine auctions.

The mines being auctioned are spread across coal and lignite-bearing states of , Chhattisgarh, , and Telangana.

“Five additional coal mines are also being offered under the second attempt of round 7 of commercial coal that includes four CMSP Act coal mines and one under the MMDR Act,” the government statedKanpur Stock. These efforts are part of India’s broader plan to increase its coal-fired power capacity to about 80 GW by 2030, a significant jump from the previously planned 51 GW.

Further facilitating participation in coal block auctions, the government has removed eligibility criteria and any restrictions on coal sale or utilizationLucknow Investment. A Single Window Clearance System (SWCS) portal is also being introduced to streamline the process of obtaining various operational clearances for coal mines.

India’s power demand is projected to surge to 335 GW by 2030 from the current 240 GW. With coal being a key player in India’s energy mix, accounting for 72% of the country’s electricity generation, these steps are crucial for the nation’s energy strategy.

Moreover, the auctioned mines are expected to generate substantial revenue and employment. “The operationalization of these mines is estimated to bring in an annual revenue of ₹33,343 crore and generate employment for around three lakh individuals, involving an investment of more than ₹30,000 crore,” the government said.

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For those investors who are keen on broadening their investment horizons and tapping into the global markets, the prospect of investing in foreign stocks can be an enticing one. A stock that has been making waves in the global investment community is NVIDIA Corporation .

Known for its pioneering work in the realm of graphics processing units (GPUs) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, NVIDIA has become a sought-after stock for many. The interest in the technology has grown exponentially especially since NVIDIA’s share price has climbed to new heights in the past few monthsJaipur Stock. The stock is up over 240% in the past year.

If you’re contemplating adding NVIDIA shares to your portfolio from India, this guide is designed for you. We aim to simplify the process, offering valuable insights and steps to help you understand the nuances of international investing.

Founded in 1993 by Jensen Huang, Chris Malachowsky, and Curtis Priem, NVIDIA has revolutionized the tech industry with its pioneering GPUs and AI technologies. From gaming to professional visualization, data centers, and automotive tech, NVIDIA’s innovative products have made significant impacts across diverse sectors. The company’s unwavering commitment to innovation and its vision for an AI-centric future have garnered global recognition.

CEO Jensen Huang has played a pivotal role in NVIDIA’s success, driving impressive growth and shaping market perceptionsGuoabong Wealth Management. His forward-looking vision for AI and high-performance computing has guided the company’s mission. Huang’s dynamic leadership and innovative strategies have earned the trust of investors and consumers alike, solidifying NVIDIA’s position as a leader in the tech landscape.

See also: How To Buy Tesla Shares In India

Over the past six months, the chip giant has focused a lot of its attention on India. Ever since the company CEO came to India in late 2023, the company has announced several collaborations with Indian companies.

The U.S. company partnered with Reliance Industries and Tata Group to build foundational large language models and high-performance AI computing environments respectively. It also inked a deal with Infosys, where the firm aimed to bring generative AI applications and solutions to enterprises.

NVIDIA further collaborated with L&T Technology Services Limited to revolutionize medical devices through the development of a software-defined architecture. It also announced a partnership with another IT giant Wipro.

NVIDIA’s fourth-quarter revenue, ending January 28, surged to $22.1 billion from $6.05 billion in the previous year, marking a substantial increase. The company, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, reported earnings of $12.29 billion, a notable rise from $1.41 billion in profit recorded in the same period a year ago.

The earnings beat most expectations and helped the US markets surge further

Here’s a snapshot of NVIDIA’s financial performance over the past four years:

The table clearly shows steady growth in the company’s earnings and revenue. However, it’s important to remember that while financials are a key consideration, there are several other factors an investor should consider before investing in NVIDIA shares.

Trends in the Tech Market: The global growth and adoption of AI and high-performance computing can significantly impact NVIDIA’s share price. Positive trends and increased demand for these technologies can boost investor confidence in NVIDIA, potentially leading to an increase in the share price.

Innovation and Product Launches: NVIDIA’s capacity to innovate and introduce new products is a key factor watched by investors. Successful product launches and technological breakthroughs can positively influence NVIDIA’s share price, while any setbacks could have a negative effect.

Financial Performance: NVIDIA’s quarterly financial results play a crucial role in shaping investor sentiment. Robust revenue growth, profitability, and positive cash flow can contribute to a favourable perception of the company’s prospects and potentially drive the NVIDIA share price higher.

Regulatory Landscape: Changes in government policies, regulations, or incentives related to technology and AI can impact NVIDIA’s share price. Supportive policies and incentives can create a conducive environment for NVIDIA’s growth, while adverse regulatory changes might lead to increased volatility.

Competition in the Tech Market: The technology market is highly competitive, with several established tech giants and new entrants vying for market share. Investors closely monitor NVIDIA’s ability to maintain its competitive edge, innovation, and market leadership, which can affect the company’s share price.

The first step to investing in NVIDIA shares from India is to open an overseas trading account. Some well-regarded brokerage firms in India that offer access to international markets include:

HDFC Securities: A leading brokerage firm in India that provides trading access to global stock exchanges.

Kotak Securities: A reputable brokerage firm that enables investors to trade in international stocks, including NVIDIA.

ICICI Direct: ICICI Direct offers a variety of investment options, including services for international stock trading.

Select a brokerage firm that meets your needs, offers competitive fees, and provides an intuitive trading platform. Follow the brokerage firm’s instructions and provide the necessary documentation to open your demat account.

Investing in foreign stocks involves various fees and taxes, over and above the cost of the actual NVIDIA share price. Here are the charges and taxes you will be required to pay:

Tax Collected at Source (TCS): Under the RBI’s Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), a 5% TCS is imposed on all remittances exceeding Rs 7 lakh. This tax is applicable only to the amount exceeding ₹7 lakh, not the entire sum. However, with the recent changes made by the government under the Finance Act 2023, this will go up significantly. From July 1, 2023, you will be charged a 20% TCS on these investments. Also, the threshold of ₹7 lakhs has been removed, so if you invest ₹12 lakhs after June 30, TCS would be charged for the entire amount and not just ₹5 lakhs.

Capital Gains & Dividend Tax: For Indian citizens, dividends from US stocks are subject to a 25% tax rate. However, thanks to the Double Tax Avoidance Agreement (DTAA), investors can receive a tax credit for taxes paid abroad, ensuring they are not taxed twice on the same income. In India, you are also required to pay taxes on capital gains.

Brokerage Fees: Brokerage firms impose fees for buying and selling shares. This differs from broker to broker and is more often than not higher for investing in foreign stocks.

Bank Charges: Most banks charge fees for foreign exchange conversion and transfers. Additionally, there may be a one-time account setup fee. Total banking charges are usually around 4% to 5% of your total investment amount including commission and GST.

Foreign Exchange Rate: The foreign exchange rate at the time of purchase or withdrawal can impact costs and the number of units allocated.

Considering the extensive list provided, it is evident that purchasing NVIDIA shares in India can be quite expensive. Therefore, it is crucial to conduct thorough research before proceeding. Additionally, it is important to note that there is a yearly cap of $250,000 (approximately ₹2 crore) for Indian citizens for such expenses.

Once you’ve purchased NVIDIA shares, it’s vital to monitor your investment regularly. Stay updated on NVIDIA’s financial performance, news, and market trends that could affect the NVIDIA share price. You can check the NVIDIA share price anytime using your trading platform or even a simple Google search for NVIDIA share price will get you the desired result.

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Disclaimer: Benzinga India doesn’t give financial advice. The above article is for educational purposes alone.

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The Chief Election Commissioner, Rajiv Kumar, has announced the 18th Lok Sabha election schedule, starting on April 19. He has identified four major problems that affect India’s free and fair elections. These are the 4Ms: Muscle power, Money power, Misinformation, and violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). They are not new.

During his campaign in 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised to end the criminalisation of politics and regulate the use of black Money. However, the question remains whether it is possible to prevent the improper use of the model code of conduct and control the use of Money and muscle power.

The Association for Democratic Reforms, an election watchdog, has found that several major Indian political parties, including the BJP, Congress, TMC, NCP, RJD, AAP, CPI(M), and YSRCP, have fielded candidates with criminal offences. The current Members of Parliament (MPs) own assets worth ?29,251 crores with an average wealth of ?38.33 crores. The report found that 44% of Union Ministers in India have a criminal record, and 25% of MPs have serious criminal cases against them. Of the total MPs, 53 are billionaires, and 475 are crorepatis.

Increasing use of Money and Muscle power threatens Indian democracy. Politicians began using musclemen for their work, but since the 1980s, these criminals have started running for office. Political parties also find it easy as they fund their campaigns, and people vote for them out of fear.

The nexus between crime and politics is a persistent issue that will not go away soon. This link impacts the country’s democracy and governance. The connection between the two factors leads to high-cost elections and voter bribes. Those with financial resources use their Money to buy their way into politics and become competitive.

In the Supreme Court verdict, candidates running for election since March 2003 must provide information on their criminal charges, financial situation, marital status, sources and amounts of income, wealth, and education in a self-sworn affidavit. However, some candidates need to give more consistent information about their education and assets.

The Election Commission has changed the rules for political party funding during elections. The new regulations include decreasing the cash donation limit from Rs 20,000 to Rs 2,000 and introducing anonymous electoral bond contributions.

However, companies can still donate to political parties without disclosing the source of funds up to a certain amount. The law does not limit the number of cash donations to enhance transparency.

The Supreme Court prohibited the sale of election bonds this year. The government introduced the bond system in 2018. Individuals or companies can purchase these bonds at a value ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs one crore, with no limit on the maximum amount. In the last five Assembly polls, electoral bonds worth Rs 6,128 crore were sold, raising concerns about transparency and accountability. Only a few parties benefitted, including the BJP and the Congress, and the BJP had a significant share. The court found that the bonds lacked transparency and banned them recently.Bangalore Investment

Poll officials seized drugs, cash, and liquor worth over Rs. 1760 crores in the five poll-bound states, more than seven times the seizures made in previous Assembly Elections worth Rs. 239.15 Crore.

Rajiv Kumar has banned Cash transportation in bank vehicles after sunset as part of the new rules for the 2024 polls. The Commission will also monitor Nonscheduled chartered flights for cash, liquor, and drug movement to aid in seizure efforts.

Indian democracy has thrived for over 75 years despite various challenges such as illiteracy, poverty, and more. The power has shifted smoothly 17 times, unlike in the neighbouring countries. The Election Commission of India has successfully organised 17 Lok Sabha, 16 Presidential elections, and over 400 assembly elections. With 97.8 crore eligible voters, the credit for making this happen goes to the people.

Several committees in India, such as the Goswami, Vohra, and Indrajit Gupta Committees, the Law Commission, the National Commission to Review the Constitution, the Election Commission of India, and the Administrative Reforms Commission, have proposed electoral reforms. They must be implemented urgently.

Committees have proposed ways to solve the problem of undesirable people entering government positions. However, these suggestions still need to be implemented.

The Election Commission has established a Model Code of Conduct (MCC) for political parties to adhere to during elections. However, parties have been openly defying the MCC without fear of reprimand from the ECSurat Stock. The EC needs more power to enforce the MCC and ensure political parties comply.

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Warren Buffett has led the Berkshire Hathaway for more than 50 years. Between 1965 (when he took control of Berkshire) and 2022, the shares delivered a whopping 3,787,464% gain.

That translates to a 19.8% compound annual return, which is about twice the return of the benchmark S&P 500 index. It could have turned an investment of just $100 in 1965 into more than $3.7 million today. By comparison, the same investment in the S&P 500 at that time would have grown to just $24,700.Kanpur Investment

The simplest investment strategies are often the bestBangalore Investment. Buffett likes to buy stakes in profitable companies that are delivering steady growth, especially if they have strong management teams. He also favors companies returning money to shareholders through dividends and stock buybacks.

He combines those attributes with a long time horizon, which allows the effects of compound growth to build his portfolio’s value.

Buffett certainly doesn’t chase the latest stock market trends, even those as strong as artificial intelligence (AI), which whipped investors into a frenzy throughout 2023. That said, Berkshire does own several AI stocks, even if AI isn’t the reason Buffett and his team originally purchased them.

Investors might be surprised to know the following three AI stocks account for a whopping 49.1% of Berkshire’s $373 billion portfolio of publicly traded stocks.

Snowflake is a leading provider of cloud computing services to businesses. It only represents 0.3% of Berkshire’s portfolio, but it’s quickly becoming one of the most direct AI plays owned by the investment company.

Snowflake’s Data Cloud was revolutionary when it launched in 2018. It helps large, complex organizations aggregate their data from different cloud providers so it’s all in one place for maximum visibility. From there, companies can use powerful analytics tools to draw valuable insights from the data.

Snowflake recently launched Cortex, a brand new platform featuring AI tools to complement its cloud services. It Document AI service uses a large language model to help businesses extract valuable insights from data in unstructured formats like contracts or invoicesVaranasi Investment. Then there is Universal Search, which allows users to find critical information within Snowflake using natural language instead of programming language, so even non-technical employees can draw value from their organization’s data.

Cortex also includes a generative AI-powered chatbot called Snowflake Copilot, which serves as a virtual assistant. It’s capable of turning text-based prompts into computer code, which can rapidly speed up software development.

Snowflake continues to expand its workforce, with its research and development department growing the fastest. That bodes well for future product releases on the AI front, which will create new opportunities to generate revenue. The company expects to bring in $2.6 billion for its fiscal 2024 (which ends Jan. 31), but it isn’t profitable, nor does it pay a dividend.

Berkshire’s decision to invest in Snowflake stock was likely made by a portfolio manager rather than by Buffett himself. Nonetheless, it’s shaping up to be a great long-term AI play.

Amazon is one of the most diverse technology companies in the world, with dominant positions in industries like e-commerce, cloud computing, streaming, and digital advertising. Now, it’s quickly becoming one of the most diverse opportunities in AI.

Amazon is focused on delivering the widest possible range of AI products and services to businesses through its cloud computing arm, Amazon Web Services (AWS). The company has already launched its own data center chips, Trainium and Inferentia, which are designed to compete with Nvidia’s industry-leading hardware. Plus, AWS offers businesses a growing number of large language models to accelerate the development of AI applications.

In fact, Amazon recently made a $4 billion investment into leading AI start-up Anthropic. As part of the deal, AWS will be Anthropic’s primary cloud provider, and Anthropic will train its future models on Amazon’s chips. Plus, Anthropic will make those models available to AWS customers, which will help differentiate the cloud platform from its competitors.

The cloud might be Amazon’s most lucrative AI opportunity, but it isn’t its only one. The company uses an AI recommendation engine on Amazon.com to show customers products they are most likely to buy. It also uses AI on its Prime streaming service during top broadcasts like the NFL’s Thursday Night Football; it ingests millions of data points from each game to display key statistics that keep viewers informed at the highest possible level.

Berkshire Hathaway purchased Amazon stock in 2019, and its position is relatively small. But Amazon is on track to generate $523 billion in revenue in 2023, which is even more than Apple , the largest company in the world. Given Amazon’s growing exposure to AI, Berkshire might wish it owned more of the stock when it looks back in a few years.

Apple is worth over $3 trillion, making it the most valuable company in the world. Berkshire started betting on the company in 2016, and it has since plowed about $35 billion into the stock. Its position is worth $181 billion as of this writing, so it accounts for a whopping 48.4% of Berkshire’s stock portfolio.

That isn’t surprising because Apple has all the attributes Buffett loves. Its chief executive officer, Tim Cook, has led the company to consistent growth and monster profits since he took the job in 2011. Plus, Apple returns enormous amounts of that money to shareholders, including $15 billion in dividends and $77.5 billion in stock buybacks during its fiscal 2023 (which ended Sept. 30) alone.

Consumers and investors know Apple best for hardware like the iPhone, iPad, and Mac personal computers. But the company subtly uses AI throughout all of them. AI powers the autocorrect feature on all Apple keyboards, and the Siri voice assistant. Apple Music also relies on AI to learn what listeners like, so it can feed them more of that content to keep them engaged.

Plus, the Apple-designed A17 Pro chip inside the new iPhone 15 lineup can power those AI workloads on-device faster than ever. As more smartphone features use AI, putting next-generation chips in those devices can reduce their dependence on external data centers for computing power, which leads to a faster, more seamless experience for the user.

Speculation also is swirling that Apple is pumping millions of dollars per day into AI units across the company — units that are building everything from conversational AI models to generative AI applications, capable of crafting text, images, and videos. Reports suggest one such application, Ajax GPT, outperforms OpenAI’s GPT 3.5 model — the original technology that powered ChatGPT.

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Hassana Investment Company has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State Oil Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOFAZ) to explore collaborative investment opportunities within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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