We recently compiled a list of the Top 9 Trending AI News Updates Investors Should Not Miss. In this article, we are going to take a look at where NXP Semiconductors NV (NASDAQ:NXPI) stands against the other AI stocks.
US tech giants appear unfazed by the success of China’s cheap alternative AI models like DeepSeek as they announced roadmaps to invest billions of dollars this year in AI.
On February 10th, US equity features rose, hinting at a rebound from steep losses on February 7th as markets absorbed Donald Trump’s intentions to impose 25% tariffs on all US steel and aluminum imports.
“Risky assets are getting a bit desensitized to Trump’s tariff announcement,” said Mohit Kumar at Jefferies. “Our view in tariffs remains that they will cause volatility, are a negotiating tool and will eventually be not as bad as feared. However, we do see scope for further volatility over the coming weeks, with Europe likely to be the next target.
The gains in US stock futures could signal several buyers seeking to return to the market after the 1% retreat in the S&P 500 late last week.
Elsewhere, TSMC, the biggest contract chipmaker globally, said today that its Q1 revenue could hover at the lower end of its guidance due to $161 million in losses induced by earthquakes in January. Before DeepSeek’s launch, the company stated that its CapEx could touch $42 billion in 2025 due to AI demand.
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NXP Semiconductors NV (NASDAQ:NXPI)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 44
NXP Semiconductors NV (NASDAQ:NXPI) is a global semiconductor manufacturer that designs microcontrollers, application processors, and security controllers to provide secure connectivity for embedded applications. The company offers its products to diverse industries, including mobile communications, consumer electronics, security applications, and automotive.
On February 10th, NXP Semiconductors NV (NASDAQ:NXPI) announced it would acquire Kinara, a leader in high-performance, programmable neural processing units that enable energy-efficient, diverse edge AI applications. The $307 million takeover in H1 2025 will help NXP Semiconductors NV’s (NASDAQ:NXPI) ability to offer a complete and scalable AI platform by integrating discrete NPUs and AI software into its portfolio of processors, security, and advanced analog solutions.
Overall NXPI ranks 2nd on our list of the AI stocks investors should not miss. While we acknowledge the potential of NXPI as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter timeframe. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than NXPI but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
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