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2026-10-02 16:43 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

AMD and Broadcom are positioned to lead the next wave of AI infrastructure development. AMD is targeting inference, agentic AI, and physical AI markets through strategic partnerships and acquisitions, while also dominating the data center CPU market. Broadcom leads in custom ASIC chip design and data center networking, with management forecasting its custom chip business revenue will double to $115 billion next fiscal year and double again to $230 billion the following year.

Axe note: AMD and Broadcom are key players in AI-driven data center growth, with potential impact on USD/ZAR and tech exposure for JSE investors.

2026-10-02 16:42 • The Motley Fool Mixed Axe Cap view: Selective

Nike reported disappointing Q1 earnings with revenue declining 4% to $11.2 billion and missing analyst expectations. The company forecasted high single-digit revenue declines for the full fiscal year due to oversupply issues in Jordan brand, sportswear, and Greater China. CEO Elliott Hill's turnaround strategy, now in its third year, has failed to materialize, raising questions about his tenure as profits hit decade lows.

Axe note: Nike's disappointing report signals caution for global consumer stocks, with clear local implications via USD/ZAR and retail plays.

2026-10-02 16:41 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

Fernando Freiberger, an Executive Officer at Banco Bradesco, purchased 49,550 preference shares worth $890,909 on September 18, 2026. The insider buy at $17.98 per share—significantly above the market close of $3.43—is viewed as a bullish signal. The purchase suggests confidence in the bank's recovery as Brazil's economic environment improves, operational metrics strengthen, and inflation moderates, though the bank must continue demonstrating resolution of past operational issues.

Axe note: An executive’s hefty share purchase at a premium suggests renewed confidence in Banco Bradesco amid Brazil’s economic improvement.