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Are SaaS Stocks Dead or in Deep Value Territory?

Playing FTSEApr 15, 2026

The creator discusses the impact of AI on the stock market, expressing nervousness about high spending in AI and historical trends suggesting poor investment returns from technological change. They analyze specific companies like Adobe, Salesforce, Experian, Wolters Kluwer, and Roper Technologies, focusing on valuation, disruption risk, and business models in the context of AI. The creator leans towards companies with diverse, niche software businesses and strong cash generation, like Roper Technologies, seeing them as less vulnerable to AI disruption.

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RELXNeutralLow ConvictionResearch Only

Relx is mentioned as a company that cannot definitively disprove the long-term threat of AI disruption.

ROPBullishHigh ConvictionSignal-backedPrimary

Roper Technologies is a positive holding due to its diverse, niche vertical market software businesses that are difficult to disrupt, coupled with strong cash generation and a shift towards buybacks.

XPNeutralMedium ConvictionSignal-backedSecondary

Experian is seen as less likely to be disrupted by AI due to its proprietary data and strong position as a credit bureau, despite a healthy valuation.

CRMNeutralMedium ConvictionSignal-backedSecondary

Salesforce appears priced for success, but its large market and the nature of its software make it a potential target for AI disruption.

ADBENeutralMedium ConvictionSignal-backedPrimary

Adobe is trading at a low multiple, but its future is uncertain due to potential AI disruption and pricing power erosion, making its valuation cheap if AI is not a threat.

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ROP
buy opened Apr 15, 2026
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