These Funds Made Heady Gains. Thank Nvidia.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 04 2024
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Source: Barron's
- Nvidia's Market Cap: Nvidia's market cap surpassed $3 trillion in the second quarter, driven by Wall Street's strong belief in artificial intelligence.
- Fund Managers' Dilemma: Fund managers are questioning whether Nvidia's valuation is a bubble, considering it exceeds national net worths and GDPs of countries like Sweden and Africa.
- Performance of AI-related Stocks: Funds that underweighted AI-related stocks lagged behind, while those overweighted them outperformed, with some funds showing significant gains.
- Balanced Fund Strategies: Balanced funds like Vanguard Wellington and T. Rowe Price Capital Appreciation have different approaches to Nvidia, impacting their performance relative to peers.
- Investment Alternatives: Investors are advised not to overly focus on Nvidia and consider other performing sectors like India equity funds, precious metals, and utilities for diversification.
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About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
