Betting on the future: 3 AI stocks I’ve gone ‘all in’ on

Edward Sheldon has built up large positions in these AI stocks as he feels that they’re going to be good investments in the long run.

| More on:

The content of this article was relevant at the time of publishing. Circumstances change continuously and caution should therefore be exercised when relying upon any content contained within this article.

Google office headquarters

Image source: Getty Images

When investing, your capital is at risk. The value of your investments can go down as well as up and you may get back less than you put in.

Read More

The content of this article is provided for information purposes only and is not intended to be, nor does it constitute, any form of personal advice. Investments in a currency other than sterling are exposed to currency exchange risk. Currency exchange rates are constantly changing, which may affect the value of the investment in sterling terms. You could lose money in sterling even if the stock price rises in the currency of origin. Stocks listed on overseas exchanges may be subject to additional dealing and exchange rate charges, and may have other tax implications, and may not provide the same, or any, regulatory protection as in the UK.

You’re reading a free article with opinions that may differ from The Motley Fool’s Premium Investing Services. Become a Motley Fool member today to get instant access to our top analyst recommendations, in-depth research, investing resources, and more. Learn More.

Artificial intelligence (AI) stocks have been flying this year and for good reason. Over the next decade, AI technology is going to disrupt pretty much every industry.

Currently, I’m invested in a lot of companies that offer exposure to the artificial intelligence theme. But here’s a look at three AI stocks I’ve gone ‘all in’ on.

Alphabet

Let’s start with Google and YouTube owner Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG). It’s currently my largest individual stock holding overall so it’s fair to say that I’m making a pretty big bet on the company.

Alphabet has always been a leader in the AI space and I expect it to benefit from the technology in many ways in the coming years.

Looking ahead, we’re likely to see AI further integrated into products like Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Maps. As a user of these services, I’m excited. Already, Gmail’s AI technology saves me a lot of time writing emails.

Of course, AI could also have a negative impact on Google’s search business. After all, a lot of people are using ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs) to find information these days. So, we could see search revenues decline in the years ahead.

But Alphabet has its own LLM, Gemini (which I’ve attached a screenshot of below showing the company being very bullish on its prospects). I believe that people will still use Google alongside LLMs. For specific searches, LLMs aren’t (yet) very useful.

Nvidia

Next, we have Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), which is currently my fifth-largest stockholding.

The way I see it, Nvidia is the most important company in the entire artificial intelligence ecosystem. That’s because it designs high-powered computer chips that make AI possible (AI uses an enormous amount of computing power).

Today, pretty much every big technology company (Alphabet, Microsoft, Meta, etc) is buying a truckload of Nvidia chips to power their AI applications. Without Nvidia’s products, we wouldn’t be seeing AI services like ChatGPT and Gemini.

Now, while Nvidia is a leader in the AI chip space, a risk is competition from rivals such as AMD (in which I’m considering investing). We may see other players capture market share in the years ahead.

I’m backing it to continue to dominate the AI chip market, however. Not only does Nvidia have a visionary CEO but it also spends a ton of money on R&D to stay ahead of the competition.

London Stock Exchange Group

Finally, we have London Stock Exchange Group (LSE: LSEG) or ‘LSEG’ for short. It’s currently my eighth-largest holding.

Now this company may not seem like an AI play. But it’s quite active in the space.

You see, LSEG recently signed a partnership with tech giant Microsoft (which is a part-owner of ChatGPT). As a result, the group is shortly about to launch a bunch of exciting new AI features on the data side of its business.

In the company’s recent Q1 earnings call, CEO David Schwimmer noted that the group is using AI in other ways too. For example, it has developed its own internal LLM to make its customer service team more efficient.

A key risk with LSEG is financial market weakness. This could lead to a decrease in trading activity across its exchange. Other risks include regulatory scrutiny, competition from rivals, and technology disruption.

Taking a long-term view, however, I’m confident this stock can go higher.

Should you invest, the value of your investment may rise or fall and your capital is at risk. Before investing, your individual circumstances should be assessed. Consider taking independent financial advice.

Ed Sheldon has positions in Alphabet, London Stock Exchange Group Plc, Microsoft, and Nvidia. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Advanced Micro Devices, Alphabet, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, and Nvidia. Randi Zuckerberg, a former director of market development and spokeswoman for Facebook and sister to Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg, is a member of The Motley Fool's board of directors. Suzanne Frey, an executive at Alphabet, is a member of The Motley Fool’s board of directors. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.

More on Growth Shares

Investing Articles

The Rolls-Royce share price is down 10% since a 52-week high. Is this a buying dip?

H1 results from Rolls-Royce are just around the corner, but what might they mean for the share price? I expect…

Read more »

Investing Articles

2 dirt cheap FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 growth shares to consider!

Looking for great growth and value shares right now? These FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares could offer the best…

Read more »

Investing Articles

This FTSE 250 stock has smashed Nvidia shares in 2024. Is it still worth me buying?

Flying under most investors' radars, this FTSE 250 stock has even outperformed the US chip maker year-to-date. Where will its…

Read more »

Investing Articles

Raspberry Pi could become the next Nvidia stock says this broker

One analyst team reckons Raspberry Pi could become a new technology giant. Might we be looking at the next Nvidia…

Read more »

Investing Articles

How I’d invest £5,000 in FTSE growth stocks right now

Sumayya Mansoor explains why she’s bullish about these FTSE growth stocks, and would be willing to buy some shares.

Read more »

Illustration of flames over a black background
Investing Articles

After an ugly week, I still love this S&P 500 company

Nothing moves faster than bad news in the market, and this S&P 500 company saw a huge decline in its…

Read more »

White female supervisor working at an oil rig
Investing Articles

As Shell’s share price drops 7%, is it time for me to buy more?

After Shell’s share price fall, the stock looks even more undervalued than before, supported by solid growth prospects and a…

Read more »

Silhouette of a bull standing on top of a landscape with the sun setting behind it
Investing Articles

Is it too late to buy this rising FTSE 250 defence star after its shares jump on Q1 update?

QinetiQ is a FTSE 250 high-tech firm that looks to me like it could be the next big thing in…

Read more »