Right. The “Magnificent Seven.” A rather boastful moniker, isn’t it? Sounds like a 1970s detective agency. But these seven stocks – Nvidia, Apple, Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and Tesla – have, undeniably, been the engines of a good deal of the market’s recent enthusiasm. They’ve been swept along by this AI business, which, let’s be honest, feels a bit like watching a very clever dog chase its own tail. Still, they’ve done well. And, like all things, what goes up must, at some point, wobble. Which is where things get interesting for a chap like me.
I’ve been having a look, and five of them, well, they look… reasonable. Not necessarily screaming bargains, mind you. I’m not one for screaming. But worth a closer inspection, certainly. Let’s have a poke around, shall we?
1. Nvidia
Nvidia. The name conjures images of graphics cards and… well, honestly, I’m not entirely sure what they do. Something to do with making games look pretty, I gather. But it’s become rather more than that, hasn’t it? They’re at the heart of this whole AI boom, and that, as they say, is good for business. Trading at around 22 times forward earnings, it’s not exactly a giveaway, but a 70% projected revenue increase is nothing to sneeze at. Analysts seem rather bullish, and when analysts are bullish, it usually means someone, somewhere, is about to make a lot of money. It’s down about 10% from its peak, which, in the current climate, is practically a fire sale.
2. Alphabet
Alphabet, or Google, as most of us still call it. A company that started by organizing the world’s information and now seems intent on organizing our thoughts. They were a bit late to the AI party, admittedly. Last year, their AI efforts felt a bit… tentative. Now, with Gemini, they’re a serious contender. It’s rather like watching a tortoise suddenly sprout wings. Down about 10% from its recent highs, it feels like a sensible entry point. They have the resources to crush any competition, and a long-term AI bet on Alphabet feels, if not exactly safe, then at least… considered.
3. Microsoft
Microsoft. The company that once dominated our desktops and now seems determined to dominate everything else. And here’s a curious thing: it’s cheap. Down over 25% from its peak. That’s not a typo. It’s been a while since Microsoft traded at such a reasonable valuation. Historically, these dips have been excellent buying opportunities. It’s a bit like finding a perfectly good tweed jacket in a charity shop. The business is still thriving, but the market seems to have temporarily lost interest. A bit baffling, really.
4. Amazon
Amazon. The everything store. They sell books, and clouds, and now, apparently, artificial intelligence. Most people think of Amazon as a retailer, which it is, of course. But the real engine of growth is Amazon Web Services, or AWS. It grew revenue at 24% last quarter – the best in over three years. It now accounts for half of Amazon’s operating profits. That’s a rather large half, wouldn’t you say? With AI demand surging and their custom chips gaining traction, Amazon seems poised for continued success. A 15% discount feels… generous.
5. Meta Platforms
Meta. Formerly Facebook. They changed the name, presumably hoping we’d forget all the… complexities. It’s currently the cheapest of the bunch, trading at a forward earnings multiple just below the S&P 500 average. And despite all the concerns about AI spending and the metaverse (whatever that is), it’s one of the fastest-growing companies in this group. The market is a bit jittery, understandably. But I suspect those concerns are overshadowing the fact that Meta is still a remarkably profitable business. Those investments in AI are essentially… necessary for survival. It could make a strong comeback. A reasonable bet, I think.
Now, don’t mistake this for investment advice. I’m merely a trader with a penchant for observation and a slight weakness for a well-placed analogy. But if you’re looking for a few interesting stocks to ponder, these five might just be worth a closer look.
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2026-03-21 09:53