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Billionaire David Tepper Trimmed Micron and Sold out of SanDisk. Here's the New AI Stocks He's Buying

Billionaire investor David Tepper has reshaped his portfolio, exiting several stocks and focusing on AI.

By · Published August 19, 2026  10:46 UTC · Updated August 19, 2026  22:43 UTC

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David Tepper adjusted his investment portfolio by exiting several positions and reducing his stake in memory stocks like Micron. The hedge fund billionaire concurrently shifted his strategy by loading up on new AI-related stocks and modifying his exposure to Chinese companies.

The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: Billionaire investor David Tepper has reshaped his portfolio, exiting several stocks and focusing on AI.
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David Tepper's hedge fund Appaloosa Management has exited 12 stocks, including Micron and SanDisk. The fund has also reduced its holdings in Alibaba while increasing its stake in Baidu. Tepper's new focus is on AI stocks, with Magnific among the new additions to his portfolio.

Tepper's moves signal a shift in strategy, with a notable reduction in exposure to memory stocks. The exits and new investments come amid a broader trend of selective investing in China. The fund's increased stake in Baidu contrasts with the reduction in Alibaba holdings, reflecting a nuanced approach to the Chinese market.

The reshuffling of Tepper's portfolio has drawn attention from financial outlets. TradingView, TheStreet.com, Benzinga, Yahoo Finance and 24/7 Wall St. have all covered the story. The new AI stocks in Tepper's portfolio are not yet specified in coverage.

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The obvious questions

Which stocks did David Tepper exit?

David Tepper exited 12 stocks, including Micron and SanDisk.

What is David Tepper's new investment focus?

David Tepper's new investment focus is on AI stocks.

What changes did Tepper make to his Chinese holdings?

Tepper reduced his holdings in Alibaba while increasing his stake in Baidu.

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