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2026-08-04 09:34 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

Sandisk stock has fallen 48% from its all-time high in June despite strong business fundamentals. The article argues this presents a buying opportunity, as the company benefits from surging AI data center demand for NAND memory chips. With a low valuation of 6x forward earnings and sustained supply shortages expected to support elevated memory chip prices, the author believes the stock could recover to previous highs.

Axe note: Sandisk's deep correction offers lessons for South African investors watching tech and cyclical plays amid rand volatility.

2026-08-04 09:30 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

With Alphabet and Amazon increasing their 2026 capital expenditure budgets for AI infrastructure, three semiconductor and memory companies are well-positioned to benefit: Nvidia leads in AI training and inference with its GPUs and networking portfolio; SK Hynix dominates the high-bandwidth memory market with over 50% share; and TSMC is the only company capable of manufacturing advanced chips at scale for AI data centers.

Axe note: With global AI spending ramping up, Nvidia stands out among JSE-linked plays, while the rand's strength will matter.

2026-08-04 09:19 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

The author recommends three complementary ETFs for 2026: Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) for broad U.S. market exposure, Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) for income from high-quality dividend stocks, and Invesco Nasdaq 100 ETF (QQQM) for growth exposure to large-cap tech companies. Together, they provide diversification across growth, income, and stability.

Axe note: A pragmatic look at key U.S. ETFs through the rand and JSE-linked lens for 2026.