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08-03 15:32
Stock Market Correction May Be Over, but It’s Too Early to Call a Rally
The low-side bid we had kept sitting under the Nasdaq for two weeks was never filled. With the index stabilising and rebounding off 27,000, and with several other headline developments turning, the correction that has run for more than a month may now be close to its end. What we do expect from here is dispersion: the divide between what stays strong and what has already topped out should become considerably more visible. Set against the S&P and the Dow, the Nasdaq was clearly the US index that gave back the most in this round of correction. Gains and losses share the same source, so it is no surprise that AI and technology names — the hardest-hit group — were what dragged the index lower. In practice, though, the pullback did not even reach the 61.8% retracement. That is an indirect r
TOPSuperDuper1: This is a counter trend rally on the NDX..
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08-04 10:24
Palantir Q2 2026 Earnings Analysis: Hyper-Growth, Valuation Dynamics, and Strategic Options Post-Print
$Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ delivered an exceptional Q2 2026 financial report on August 3, 2026, blowing past Wall Street expectations across top-line revenue, net margins, and forward guidance. Below is a complete earnings breakdown, addressing valuation concerns, core takeaways, strategic positioning, and options playability. 1. Earnings Overview: Key Numbers at a Glance FY 2026 Guidance Upgrades: Full-Year Revenue: Raised to $8.150B – $8.158B (representing ~82% YoY growth). U.S. Commercial Revenue: Raised to >$3.424B (at least +134% YoY). Free Cash Flow: Raised to $4.5B – $4.7B. 2. Valuation Concerns: Has Palantir Outgrown Its Premium? Prior to this print, PLTR had pulled back significantly from its late-2025 highs due to market anxie
TOPThose who stay and kept invested in PLTR will reap. It pays off to be patient!
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08-03 15:28
Will NFP Shift Rate Hike Expectations?Is a New Wave of Market Volatility Coming?
The first week of August is formally here. In terms of how the calendar falls, the opening week of a month tends to have an outsized effect on volatility in US trading, chiefly because the US non-farm payrolls report — the release markets watch most closely — lands early in the month. In a market as rate-sensitive as the current one, payrolls feed straight into rate expectations and therefore into a wider trading range. On top of that, the weekend's US–Iran flare-up has left the progress of the “so-called” 60-day negotiation window genuinely hard to read, and that is another source of instability in the market right now. A market like this, however, is actually easier to profit from — provided you approach it with a relatively short-term mindset. $Inve
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08-04 08:18
AWS AI Growth, Enterprise Demand, and Amazon Options Strategies Explained
$Amazon.com(AMZN)$’s blowout Q2 2026 earnings report provided concrete proof that its massive artificial intelligence investments are moving from capital expenditure into accelerated revenue. However, translating that momentum into a trading strategy depends heavily on whether you currently own the stock or are looking to deploy capital synthetically. 1. Is AI Spending Paying Off for AWS? Yes, the direct revenue monetization is accelerating faster than expected. 37% YoY Growth: AWS reported $42.2 billion in net sales, marking its fastest growth rate in 18 quarters. $25B AI & Silicon Run Rates: AWS's AI business and custom chip business (Trainium/Inferentia) each independently crossed a $25 billion annualized revenue run rate, both expanding at
TOPAWS’s accelerating growth and expanding backlog make a strong case that Amazon’s AI investment cycle is beginning to translate into real demand. The main debate is whether revenue growth can outpace the pressure from capex, depreciation, and capacity constraints. For long-term investors, AWS remains the key value driver. For options traders, I agree that the strategy should depend on portfolio structure: covered calls suit existing shareholders seeking income, while bull put spreads offer a more capital-efficient, defined-risk way to express a moderately bullish view. Overall, the AI growth story looks convincing, but execution, free cash flow recovery, and AWS margins will determine whether AMZN can sustain a stronger rally.
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08-04 07:22
🌟🌟🌟 $Intel(INTC)$ recent pullback to USD 91 mark is a great opportunity for patient investors to get on the bus. Why? This correction took place despite Intel reporting its fastest quarterly growth revenue in 15 years. CEO Lip Bu Tan has done a great job in turning around Intel. Besides the US government is also backing Intel too with a 10% equity stake. This makes them the largest shareholder of Intel. Intel is definitely a great stock to buy and hold long term.🌈🌈🌈💰💰💰
TOPAdded near 90 too, just waiting on earnings now. If the turnaround is real, this dip looks fine
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08-04 08:59
$ARM Holdings(ARM)$ Semiconductor stocks have gone through another sharp pullback, but I see this as an opportunity rather than a reason to step aside. That's why I continue to build my position in Arm Holdings (ARM). Market corrections often create the best entry points for high-quality companies, especially those with strong structural growth drivers. While short-term sentiment can fluctuate with interest rates and AI spending concerns, Arm's long-term story remains firmly intact. What gives me confidence is Arm's unique business model. Unlike traditional chipmakers, Arm doesn't manufacture semiconductors—it designs the architecture that powers billions of devices worldwide and earns royalties as customers ship more chips. Today, Arm is expa
TOPthanks for sharing
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08-04 08:49
What I'm Buying In August 2026
This is the latest allocation of $500 into a personal portfolio of stocks with 10x potential over the next decade. I’ll allocate from the “Asymmetric Universe” of stocks. Today, that universe has 25 stocks that I’ve covered in spotlight articles, and the universe will grow in time. Not all stocks covered will receive an investment, and allocations may be made to the same stock multiple times. Here are the rules of allocation. Invest $500 in total new capital each month. If the $S&P 500(.SPX)$ or $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ is 20% below its all-time high, this allocation will increase to $1,000 monthly. If the S&P 500 or Nasdaq Composite is down 30%, I’ll add $1,500, and so on. The Universe of Asymmetric Stoc
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08-04 09:04
🚀 Palantir Surges After “Otherworldly” Earnings — Can 93% Growth Finally Justify the Valuation?
$Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ Palantir has just delivered one of the strongest earnings reports I have seen "from a major software company! Wow. The company did not merely beat expectations. It nearly doubled revenue, accelerated both sides of its business, generated enormous free cash flow and raised its full year outlook by roughly half a billion dollars. Shares jumped approximately 12–14% after hours, but one major question remains: Has Palantir finally grown into its premium valuation, or is the market once again getting carried away? 📊 The headline numbers Palantir reported: - Revenue: $1.94 billion, up 93% year over year - Adjusted earnings: $0.41 per share - U.S. commercial revenue: $764 million, up 149% - U.S. g
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08-04 08:51
Chart: The Big CRE Reset
The US Commercial Real Estate (CRE) market has just been through its third major correction in 40 years. Indeed, the 2020’s downturn has been similar in magnitude to the early-90s downturn and 2008 crisis. But a couple of interesting things stand out. First, those other two major corrections in the commercial real estate market sowed the seeds for decadal booms (a possibility that is completely out of mind for most investors as sentiment on real estate remains deeply pessimistic). The other point of interest is that the bottom looks to already be in, and prices are stabilizing and ticking up again... While there may still be risks, this is the type of thing investors should pay particular attention to, and is exactly the type of setup I hunt for in my work at Topdown Charts. Bonus Chart: R
TOPThe key question is whether this marks the start of a broad CRE recovery or a highly uneven, sector-specific rebound. Lower valuations and underweight positioning create a compelling setup for REITs, but office fundamentals, refinancing pressure, and higher-for-longer rates remain important risks. The strongest opportunities may therefore be in segments with durable cash flows—such as data centers, logistics, residential, and healthcare—rather than in CRE as a whole.
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08-04 09:09
AI Leaders Keep Winning, but the Chip Rally May Not Be Over Yet
Not all AI trades are telling the same story. $PLTR just delivered another blockbuster quarter, $ORCL continues to reward investors who bought the recent shakeout, while semiconductor stocks are finally bouncing after a sharp correction. The question now isn't whether AI is strong—it's whether chip stocks have actually found a bottom. 1. $Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ — Another Quarter, Another Beat $PLTR once again crushed expectations. U.S. commercial revenue surged 150% year over year, highlighting that enterprise AI adoption is still accelerating. The market responded immediately, sending shares up more than 12% after hours. Palantir continues to prove it's one of the strongest execution stories in AI software. 2.
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08-04 09:03
$EOSE, $QQQ & $NVDA - Buying the Dip or Chasing the Breakout?
Markets are entering a pivotal phase where conviction matters more than momentum. Some stocks are offering deep-value opportunities after brutal declines, while others are approaching technical levels that could determine whether the next move is a breakout or another pullback. This week's focus is on $EOSE, $QQQ, and $NVDA—three very different setups, but all approaching key decision points that could shape the remainder of the year. 1. $Eos Energy Enterprises Inc.(EOSE)$ — Sentiment Hits Bottom as Long-Term Value Emerges After losing roughly 80% of its value over the past year, $EOSE has become a classic example of how investor sentiment often reaches its lowest point near deep-discount valuations. For long-term investors willing to tolerate vol
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08-04 09:01
Bullish Structures Hold: $META, $CRWV & $NBIS Test Key Breakout Levels
Not every rally is created equal. Some stocks are simply bouncing. Others are rebuilding toward new highs. This week's focus is on $META, $CRWV, and $NBIS—three names that continue to hold their bullish market structure despite recent volatility. While each is approaching an important technical inflection point, the broader trend remains constructive. Meanwhile, $HIMS has already rewarded buyers after entering a smart-money accumulation zone, reinforcing the importance of waiting for high-probability setups rather than chasing momentum. 1. $Meta Platforms, Inc.(META)$ $META filled the gap from earnings and structure never broke Still very bullish on this name 2. $CoreWeave, Inc.(CRWV)$ fter flushing our r
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08-04 08:28
Here are five of the stocks I’m looking at
What I’m Watching This Week Earnings season is in full swing. It’s a big earnings week ahead, and I’m sending out the August 2026 stock buys before the market opens tomorrow, so I’m going to keep this short. The Week Ahead This week is when things get really interesting in the market. It’s not just big banks and tech, which have mostly done reporting. This week, we get down to high-growth companies that fit in the Asymmetric Investing wheelhouse. Here are five of the stocks I’m looking at. $Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ : The talk of the market in 2025, Palantir has slipped based on valuation concerns alone. If growth continues at a strong pace the stock could recover, but even a small deceleration or sign that vertically integrated AI compani
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08-04 03:36
Wall Street Is Squeezing Both Sides — Every Bull and Bear That Discloses a Position Gets Crushed After taking down bullish trader Leopold last week, the market opened on Monday with a short squeeze that caught bears off guard. Following Leopold's announcement that he was liquidating his fund, well-known short seller Burry declared on July 30 that he was continuing to short Micron and NVDA — adding to his Micron short at 880 and his SOXX short at 506. Then Monday brought a massive rally, effectively putting the shorts back on the fire. Both bulls and bears got burned, but SPY came out on top again. This aligns with our analysis from last Friday — SPY's rise is a political mandate. $Microsoft(MSFT)$ Where does the funding for SPY's political mandate
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08-04 00:13
Noteworthy Points 1. AMD and SPCX Report Earnings After the Close on 8/4 (Tuesday) Given that both ARM and INTC delivered earnings beats, AMD, as the leading competitor in the same space, is unlikely to post numbers inferior to those two. Furthermore, AMD's post-earnings price movement will likely have a knock-on effect on ARM and INTC (sector-linked co-movement). 2. SPCX: High Growth Potential, But Two Near-Term Wildcards While SPCX possesses extremely high growth potential, two factors warrant attention: On 8/6 (two trading days after earnings), $116 billion in locked-up shares will become eligible for sale — the potential selling pressure should not be overlooked; On 8/3, Elon Musk echoed a follower's view on X that "this is a once-in-a-lifetime buying opportunity" — a bullish sentiment
TOPNFP is still the real driver here. AMD can beat and SPY still gets smacked if the payroll print comes in hot
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08-03 23:52
🏆 TradingFront — Asian Banking & Finance Asset Management Platform of the Year
Recognition is meaningful when it reflects a mission that drives real impact. We're honoured that our turnkey asset management platform, TradingFront, has been named Asset Management Platform of the Year at the Asian Banking & Finance Awards. As the wealth management landscape continues to evolve, financial advisers are expected to deliver increasingly sophisticated, personalised advice while navigating growing complexity. At TradingFront, we believe technology should amplify - not replace - the expertise of advisers. Our AI-powered platform helps advisers work smarter, deliver institutional-grade investment solutions, and create more meaningful client experiences at scale. We pride ourselves on enabling advisers to focus on what they do best: building trust, providing strategic guida
TOPCongratulations to the TradingFront team on this well-deserved recognition. The platform’s focus on using AI to enhance advisers’ capabilities—rather than replace their expertise—addresses one of the most important challenges in modern wealth management. Combining institutional-grade investment tools with personalised client service could become a key differentiator as the industry continues to scale and digitalise.
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08-03 21:51
$IBM May Be Setting Up Its Next Leg Higher
$IBM(IBM)$ $IBM +0.86%: Tech Giant Reclaims $223, Eyeing $268 Resistance as Momentum Builds Latest Close Data: IBM closed at $223.65 (+0.86%) on Aug 3. The stock rebounded from a session low of $216.59, remaining -32.7% below its 52-week high of $332.46, highlighting a massive recovery gap. Core Market Drivers: Sentiment stabilized following Oppenheimer's recent withdrawal of its $350 price target, citing software growth at half the expected rate. However, IBM's Q2 earnings showed adjusted EPS of $2.93 (slight miss) with revenue rising to $17.16B, keeping focus on its 4-5% constant currency growth outlook. The strong 3.01% dividend yield continues to attract value buyers amid tech volatility. Technical Analysis: The daily chart shows a bullish MACD
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08-03 21:39
$ADBE: Value Rebound or Just a Dead-Cat Bounce?
$Adobe(ADBE)$ $Adobe (ADBE) Edges +1.01% Higher, Tech Giant Stabilizes Near $250 Pivot — Recovery Momentum Building? 📈 Latest Close Data: $ADBE closed at $250.41 (+1.01%) on Aug 3, bouncing off the pre-market level of $254.4. The stock is currently trading -32.5% below its 52-week high of $370.86 but comfortably above the 52-week low of $190.12. 🛡️ Core Market Drivers: The stock is stabilizing amid a leadership transition, as CEO Shantanu Narayen seeks a successor. 📰 Analysts note the valuation is becoming "attractive" at ~8x forward free cash flow, though the interim CFO appointment adds a layer of uncertainty. The broader tech sector saw mixed sentiment with no major AI-specific catalysts today. 🤖 Technical Analysis: Volume came in at 5.59M, sli
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08-03 21:36
$Z Rebounds, Can It Reclaim $43.50?
$Zillow(Z)$ $Zillow(Z) Edges +1.04% to $34.06: Tech Real Estate Steadies, Pivot at $33.50 Holds the Key 🔑 📊 Latest Close Data: Zillow closed at $34.06 on Aug 3, up +1.04%. The stock is consolidating well above its 52-week low of $29.23 but remains significantly below its 52-week high of $93.88. 📈 Core Market Drivers: The real estate tech sector is showing mixed signals, with Zillow stabilizing after recent volatility. A recent sector pullback saw Z dropping to $30.49 in late June, but a strong +5.01% surge on July 1 helped reclaim the $33 level. The stock is now digesting gains as the broader market assesses housing demand. ⚙️ Technical Analysis: Price action is firming up with a session high of $34.22. Volume was robust at 4.39M shares, with a Volum
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08-03 21:29
$AI Rebuilds Momentum as Bulls Defend the $9 Floor
$C3.ai, Inc.(AI)$ $C3.ai, Inc. (AI) Holds Steady at $9.18 (+1.21%): Bullish Momentum Charges as MACD Golden Cross Locks on $10.24 Resistance 🚀 Latest Close Data: C3.ai closed at $9.18 on Aug 3, logging a modest +1.21% gain. The stock is stabilizing 61.4% below its 52-week high of $23.76, but is showing resilience just above the critical $9.00 floor. Core Market Drivers: AI enterprise software stocks are seeing a sentiment shift as semiconductor manufacturing upgrades integrate AI vision systems. Mixed analyst sentiment persists, with 11 institutions setting a wide average target of $9.75. Massive insider holdings by BlackRock (7.85%) and Chairman Thomas Siebel (7.53%) provide a strong vote of confidence amid low float volatility. Technical Analysis: