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2026-10-14 13:30 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

Amazon is positioned as a compelling buy with AWS backlog doubling to $496 billion and cloud operating margins surging to 39.4%. Q2 2026 marked the company's best quarter in over four years with 20% revenue growth and 37% AWS sales growth. Despite concerns about $220 billion capital expenditures and negative Q2 cash flow, the company trades at 20x earnings—near 10-year lows—supported by strong demand and a robust pipeline.

Axe note: Amazon’s AWS backlog hits nearly $500 billion, but SA investors should watch USD/ZAR closely.

2026-10-14 13:15 • The Motley Fool Neutral Axe Cap view: Bearish

NuScale Power's stock has plummeted 85% from its $53 peak to under $8, driven by investor sentiment swings rather than business fundamentals. The company, which develops small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs), has an approved design but hasn't secured its first commercial customer yet. A signed contract with RoPower or participation in major U.S. nuclear deployment programs could be the catalyst to push the stock toward $20, though the company remains a high-risk startup with significant execution risks ahead.

Axe note: NuScale Power’s share price tumbled due to execution risks, with a rebound hinging on landing major contracts.

2026-10-14 11:32 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

Realty Income (O), a REIT specializing in brick-and-mortar retail properties, has raised its monthly dividend for the 116th consecutive quarter, extending a 29-year streak of dividend increases. With a 6% forward dividend yield and a 98%+ occupancy rate, the company demonstrates resilience despite retail headwinds. The REIT is also diversifying into data centers to strengthen future growth.

Axe note: Realty Income’s long streak of dividend hikes and strategy shift set an example for income seekers watching the rand.