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Q: As more data centres start to come on line, running the equipment will likely offer an opportunity for the likes of Entegris to benefit. I'm curious about what you think of this stock now and what sort of timeline you'd expect to see an increase in demand for their products. I am also curious as to your current thoughts on ASML, KLAC, LRCX, APLD, CECO and LSCC. Lots of names, feel free to take points accordingly. Many thanks!
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Read Answer Asked by Dawn on January 15, 2026
Q: Entegris seems to be in an interesting niche in the semi space, providing specialty engineered chemicals and materials required in the manufacturing process.

Stanley Druckenmiller recently initiated a new position.

Revenues have shrunk 2% over the past year. Wouldn't you expect that with the huge cap ex spend going towards AI right now that they'd be growing? Other semis like KLAC, ASML, LRCX have grown revenues ~25% over the same period.

Why hasn't ENTG participated in this?
Read Answer Asked by Adam on August 22, 2025
Q: I own these three companies currently, and am having a challenge, keeping my mind about me given their waterfall declines. Given what’s happening in the world today would you continue to hold the stocks or would you just cut your losses and try and live another day?
Especially after Dan Ives claimed the tariffs will be a Armageddon for technology companies

What are your thoughts?

Sheldon
Read Answer Asked by Sheldon on April 07, 2025
Q: Would you consider KLA and/or ASML as "core" IT/AI holdings for 3-5 years, apart from current M 7 holdings. Among IT/AI opportunities available, how would you rank one or both, given current valuations, and taking into account vulnerabilities [China]. Or, would you suggest 3 others instead.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by sam on January 14, 2025
Q: I have a small position purchased quite a while ago. Since purchasing it has been up and down, most of time was under water, now it is up about 30%. I am thinking of switching it to a better one with potentially more growth and stable. Could you please provide your comments?

Thanks,

Lin
Read Answer Asked by Lin on July 18, 2024
Q: How about buying chips making companies? Which one do you like?
Lorraine
Thank you
Be happy.



Read Answer Asked by Lorraine on August 26, 2022
Q: Greetings 5i,

What are your thoughts on INTEL? What are your thougths on the domestic tailwinds via Biden Administration and roughly 75B in federal support for domestic chip manufacturers? Seems almost like the industry is being considered a matter of national sercurity in the US and will back the chip makers. Are there other companies who stand to do well in this environment?

Cheers!
Read Answer Asked by Duane on August 08, 2022
Q: Currently at a slight loss in UCTT. It’s a long term position. Would you continue to hold or replace with another stock preferably in chip/tech sector? Thanks for the valued advice.
Read Answer Asked by Gary on August 02, 2022
Q: I've been lucky enough to own NVDA in the last year. Its now 4% of my portfolio. I'm considering buying a semi supplier like AMAT, LRCX,ASML, etc. What do you think? is it too much to own NVDA and a supplier? if so, which would you suggest?
Read Answer Asked by Graeme on November 08, 2021
Q: Can you please suggest a few US listed companies in the semiconductor space who should see price appreciation as we come out of the supply chain issues / chip shortage over the next 12-24 months. Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Vineet on October 25, 2021
Q: Hi there,

I am looking to buy 10 software stocks and 10 stocks in the semiconductor space. I am seeking out high growth names. Would you be able to provide me with your top recommendations? Thank you kindly,

Jason
Read Answer Asked by Jason on October 18, 2021
Q: Hi 5i Team - Would you be able to provide a summary of resources/materials needed in the semi-conductor space. Out of these are there any that would stand out as being particularly important. And finally are there any companies, Canadian or American, that have a good track record of providing any of these resources/materials.
Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Rob on June 30, 2021
Q: I would like to add some coverage in semi conductors. What are your thoughts on these stocks? Is investing in the ETF a better bet? Any valuation concerns with SMH? Do you have other suggestions that are not overvalued?
Read Answer Asked by Maureen on December 22, 2020
Q: Hello 5i'rs
Could I please have your opinion of KLA vs LRCX vs NVDA? Growth and valuation and your pick please.
Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Jeremy on December 18, 2020
Q: We have had 500 shares of orbk with a nice gain in capital. it seems the ride is over with the sale to klac. Should we ride it out to the conclusion and have some cash and klac shares in trade (pay some capital gains), or sell at current price (pay more capital gains), to redeploy the funds.?
Your advice is always appreciated.
Read Answer Asked by francois on March 20, 2018
Q: In adding a security ROE not significantly below 20% ; PEG not TOO far above 1.0-1.4 : these together with reasonable forward P/E are top of mind in in key things I look for.

I would be thankful for your response and comment on the following issues:
1. Does KLAC meet most of my critical factors, do you think ?
2. Would you personally buy KLAC at or near current prices?
3. Does your analysis indicate probability of strong growth in the next 2 to 4 years?
4. Is the stock reasonably (fairly) valued relative to industry prospects using GARP thinking?
5. Does KLAC have strong competitors around the world?

Your insight would be valuable. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Adam on August 14, 2017
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