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The AI Boom Has a Power Problem. These Industrial Stocks Are Cashing In.

AI data center pick-and-shovel stocks continue to outperform the market.

The AI Boom Has a Power Problem. These Industrial Stocks Are Cashing In.

Published July 4, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

It's no secret that the booming demand for artificial intelligence (AI) applications is straining AI data centers' and hyperscaler owners' abilities to secure long-term power. That applies to the existing data centers and those being built as part of a multiyear investment cycle. There are many ways to play this theme; let's take a brief look at a couple of them.

The chart below shows just how well the stocks have performed in 2026. It's no coincidence that they have outperformed, as AI investment commitments have continued to surprise on the upside. Consequently, the market had also priced in higher power demand.

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