🎙️ podcast Analysis January 17, 2026 Algy's Investment Podcast

Adobe (ADBE): AI Monetization Contrarian Play in Oversold Software Platform

Software Platforms
Tickers
1 Pick
Conviction MEDIUM
Risk Profile 1.7/10 (MODERATE RISK)
Horizon 12-18 months
Signal Snapshot Core Theme: Software Platforms

AI threatens software platform seat counts and pricing

Platforms best positioned for profitable AI deployment at scale

AI feature integration; subscription pricing expansion

Executive Summary

William de Gale's Blue Box Clarity fund delivered 24% returns in 2025 by avoiding the consensus AI hardware play and focusing on software platforms positioned for AI monetization. His contrarian Adobe thesis centers on a fundamental misunderstanding by markets: while investors fear generative AI will cannibalize software seat counts and pricing, de Gale argues the opposite. Adobe's existing customer relationships, integrated platforms, and data access create the easiest path to profitable AI dep...

Key Investment Opportunity

Adobe AI Monetization Contrarian Play

Market fears AI cannibalization of Adobe's business model, but integrated platform advantage creates superior AI monetization path versus standalone solutions

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