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16 Aug 2026, 11:45 UTC · 1w ago
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The S&P 500 is expected to grow earnings per share by 50.4% this quarter, its fastest pace since Q2 2021. — Strong fundamental earnings growth provides a powerful justification for high valuations and supports further price appreciation.
+0.80The S&P 500 Shiller CAPE ratio is nearly as high as it was during the dot-com bubble peak. — Extreme valuation levels historically signal an increased risk of a market correction or bubble burst.
-0.60A significant portion of S&P 500 earnings gains this quarter is driven by non-cash equity gains from increased valuations of AI firms like Anthropic. — Dependence on non-cash accounting gains rather than operational cash flow can make earnings figures appear more fragile.
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Bears argue the AI industry is utilizing 'circular financing' where chip makers invest in AI labs that then buy more compute from chip-buying hyperscalers. — If true, this suggests artificial demand that could lead to a sharp collapse if the investment cycle breaks.
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Reported a massive surge in net income, contributing significantly to S&P 500 growth.
Benefiting from non-cash equity gains due to the valuation surge of AI partner Anthropic.
Benefiting from non-cash equity gains due to the valuation surge of AI partner Anthropic.
While mentioned in the context of 'house of cards' bear arguments, the article concludes that AI infrastructure gains are real and warranted.
Mentioned as a historical example of growth during the early dot-com boom.
Mentioned as a historical example of growth during the early dot-com boom.
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