PYPL
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Focused on AI photonics and semiconductor supply chains — sourcing asymmetric setups from bottoms-up value-chain research. Tracks CPO & optical modules closely, with ongoing deep-dives on SIVE, AAOI, LITE, POET.
Quick verdict
PYPL is net bearish (0 bull · 1 bear)
PayPal's strategy of prioritizing low-growth free cash flow and buybacks has historically led to poor shareholder returns.
Last spoke: 07/29/2026, 23:26 · no conviction
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- True, right now markets just want FCF + large warchests or dividends/buybacks I guess, like $AAPL. I'd agree with Zuckerberg that although it compresses near term FCF, they'll be rewarded over time with long term growth. As a shareholder, probably better to prioritize long term growth over a low-growth FCF then buybacks company as seen with $PYPL's returns.
Ongoing takes on other optical names too
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