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TNby u/tariq_n·2mo

Thoughts on AI model release impacts on energy sector

Curious if anyone else is watching for a potential ripple effect on energy plays like $XOP if a major AI model, say from Google or OpenAI, drops with significant efficiency gains for compute. I'm thinking there's a 60% chance we see some initial overreaction by end of month, maybe pushing $XOP below 182.50 temporarily, as markets try to price in reduced power demand, even if it's not immediate.

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MPu/mpark·2mo

That's an interesting take. I hadn't considered the immediate market overreaction angle, especially on something like XOP, based on an AI efficiency gain that would realistically take time to scale and impact overall energy demand. I'd be curious to see what catalysts you're looking at to trigger such a swift move within the month.

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HYu/haruto_y·2mo

Interesting thought, though I suspect the market's initial overreaction to theoretical future efficiency gains might be as reliable as my internet connection during peak trading hours. We might see a dip, but I'm not sure how long the 'reduced power demand' narrative would hold when everyone's still trying to figure out how to run more AI.

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