Chess and stock market investing share a number of characteristics. The need for both long- and short-term strategies, thinking two or three steps ahead of the opposition, keeping your cool during periods of adversity, being able to adapt strategies, knowing the strengths and weaknesses of each piece/asset in your portfolio and continually learning from your mistakes and successes.
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If only investors had a clock they could hit after every transaction – what fun that would be.
That is why we here at TipRanks are so excited to partner with and follow the investment strategies of GrandMaster Hikaru Nakamura.
As part of our strategic partnership we have built a Stream Portfolio. Fans of Hikaru can track and follow it in real time on his popular video channels and social media streams, but they’ll also be able to contribute ideas from the stream chat and help shape the overall holdings. Working with TipRanks’ award-winning investment tools, Hikaru is detailing his investment moves while demonstrating the platform. All content will include clear disclosures and does not constitute investment advice.
Hikaru is, according to Chess.com, a five-time U.S. champion, claiming the title in 2005, 2009, 2012, 2015, and 2019. Nakamura was also a participant in FIDE’s 2004 World Championship tournament and a candidate for the world championship in both 2016 and 2022, qualifying for a third in 2024. He has over 2 million followers on Amazon(AMZN)-owned streaming platform Twitch.
Hikaru’s Bullish Picks
Since September 15, 2025 Hikaru’s portfolio has seen a total return of 8.6%. He has a 5% alpha over the S&P 500. He also has a success rate of 67% with 8 out of 12 transactions making a profit.
Let’s look at three stocks from Hikaru’s portfolio:
- Intel (INTC) – Purchased on September 26, 2025 Hikaru holds 250 shares at a current value of $9,205. It represents 8.73% of his holdings. Why does he like it? “It is an America First stock. It is 10% owned by the government and a critical part of the American semiconductor industry. There are questions around Foundry, but they should figure it out. Intel also is trading at a discount to peers.”
- AppLovin (APP) – Purchased on September 16, 2025 Hikaru holds 15 shares at a current value of $10,820.55. It represents 10.26% of his holdings. Why is he a fan? “It has a small market share still despite a tremendous run. Expecting it to be a $1T company one day.”
- Intuitive Surgical (ISRG) – Purchased on September 16, 2025 Hikaru holds 15 shares at a current value of $8,587.05. It represents 8.15% of his holdings. Why did he check it out? ” The stock was near the 52 week low, with tremendous potential upside. It is hard to believe that with the Davinci robotic system there won’t be some tie in with the whole AI boom.”