We recently published a list of 11 AI News and Ratings You Probably Missed. In this article, we are going to take a look at where QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM) stands against other AI news and ratings you probably missed.

According to a February research report by Precedence Research, the global AI market is projected to grow from $757.58 billion in 2025 to approximately $3.68 trillion by 2034, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.20%. North America led the market in 2024 with valuations of $235.63 billion, while the Asia Pacific region is expected to see the highest growth rate at nearly 20% during the forecast period.

The U.S. market alone is expected to expand from $146.09 billion in 2024 to $851.46 billion by 2034, growing at a 19.33% CAGR. Some major factors driving AI adoption include increased investment in research, the need for automation across industries, and favorable government initiatives. The report states that major tech companies are accelerating AI advancements, while industries like healthcare, automotive, and financial services are integrating AI to improve operations. Furthermore, the banking, financial services, and insurance sectors are experiencing a surge in AI adoption for fraud detection, data analytics, and cybersecurity.

Hardware-based AI solutions are emerging to improve efficiency, with companies like IBM and Intel developing AI chipsets, the report states. Meanwhile, regulatory changes, such as the European Union’s data protection laws and FDA approvals for AI-based healthcare solutions, are shaping the industry.

AI Investment Shifts Toward Monetization and Sustainability

In a CNBC interview, Rahul Ghosh of T. Rowe Price showed optimism about AI but acknowledged that capital expenditure growth is slowing. While hyperscalers are still increasing their AI-related investments, the projected 44-45% growth for 2025 is far lower than the triple-digit increases seen in recent years. An important concern is how much of this spending is supported by free cash flow compared to leverage, as excessive borrowing could raise sustainability risks. The market focus has shifted from general AI adoption to monetization, with analysts and investors assessing which companies are truly profiting from AI. Large internet and e-commerce firms, especially in the U.S. and China, are leading in AI-driven revenue generation. While major tech players currently dominate the market, Ghosh sees opportunities for smaller AI models that could power new consumer applications.

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A technician testing the latest 5G device, demonstrating the company's commitment to innovation.

QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 79

QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM) develops wireless technologies, supplies chips for mobile, automotive, and IoT devices, licenses patents, and invests in emerging industries worldwide.

On March 3, Qualcomm introduced advancements in wireless connectivity and on-device AI, highlighting its leadership in 5G and beyond. The company unveiled the Qualcomm X85 5G Modem-RF, an AI-powered solution offering peak download speeds of 12.5 Gbps, along with new 4G IoT modems, including one with an integrated SIM for low-power connectivity across different IoT applications.

Qualcomm also presented progress in 5G Open RAN, with Viettel deploying a live 5G O-RAN Massive MIMO network and NTT DOCOMO selecting vRAN solutions powered by Qualcomm’s Dragonwing technology. Additionally, the Qualcomm Dragonwing FWA Gen 4 Elite Platform introduced 5G Advanced capabilities, integrating AI for improved network performance and supporting Wi-Fi 7.

The company reaffirmed its role in shaping 6G and wireless evolution while emphasizing hybrid AI. It expanded its collaboration with IBM to improve enterprise AI solutions and presented agentic AI across Snapdragon-powered smartphones, PCs, and smart glasses. Demonstrations included AI-driven interfaces for media, productivity, and multimodal interactions.

Overall, QCOM ranks 2nd on our list of AI news and ratings you probably missed. While we acknowledge the potential of QCOM as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than QCOM but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.

 

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