Due to the dual pressures of tariff concerns and a weak energy sector, the market came under pressure, and Wall Street experienced a pullback. 🇺🇸 S&P 500 Index: -0.50% 📉 🇺🇸 Nasdaq Index: -0.27% 📉 🇪🇺 STOXX 600 Index: 0.13% 📈 🇯🇵 Nikkei 225 Index: 0.15% 📈 🇭🇰 Hang Seng Index: Market Closed 🇨🇳 Shanghai Shenzhen 300 Index: Market Closed 🇸🇬 Straits Times Index: 1.46% 📈 The U.S. stock market retreated with the S&P 500 Index down by -0.5% and the Nasdaq Index down by -0.3%, dragged down by the energy sector. Market concerns rose again after the White House confirmed that tariffs on goods from Canada, Mexico, and China will take effect on Saturday. The U.S. December Core PCE Price Index rose by 0.2% month-over-month, in line with market expectations and higher than November's 0.1% increase,

I am closely monitoring $Alphabet(GOOGL)$ as it prepares to release its earnings report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, on February 4, 2025 after market close. Analysts project a 12% year-over-year revenue increase to $96.6 billion and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.12, up from $1.64 in the previous year. Alphabet's stock has demonstrated resilience, recently surpassing the $200 mark and reaching a new high of $204.02. This upward momentum reflects investor confidence ahead of the earnings release. Key Drivers: Advertising Revenue: Google's advertising segment remains a significant revenue contributor. The anticipated 12% revenue growth is largely attributed to sustained demand for digital advertising, driven by businesses' ongoing

🚨🚨Global Equity Markets Today 3 Feb - **US Markets**:     - *S&P 500*: Rose 0.6% to 5,000, driven by tech stocks (Apple +4% post-record iPhone sales).     - *Nasdaq*: Up 1.5% as AI optimism lifted chipmakers (AMD +5%).     - *Dow Jones*: Flat, dragged by Boeing (-3%) amid renewed safety concerns.   - **Asia/Europe**:     - *Hang Seng*: Fell 1.0% on China’s property debt fears.     - *DAX*: Gained 0.6% on strong German industrial production (+1.2% MoM).   **Forex & Central Banks**   - **USD**: DXY held near 103.8 ahead of Powell’s speech. Markets now see a 60% chance of a June Fed cut.   - **EUR/USD**: Testing 1.0950 resistance after Eurozone retail sales beat forecasts

How I Protected My Profits with SPYG Last week, as SPYG was trading around $87.20, I decided to protect my gains by selling a covered call at a strike price of $89, collecting a premium of $3.07 per share. This move effectively lowered my cost basis on SPYG to $84.13 ($87.20 - $3.07), giving me a 9% hedge against what I initially paid. Now, with SPYG trading at $92, my strategy has worked well. While my upside is capped at $89, I have still secured profits while collecting premiums. My net profit per share is approximately $4.87 ($89 - $84.13), plus the premium I received upfront. My Next Steps With the $345 in premiums collected from selling this call, I plan to dollar-cost average into more SPYG shares in batches. By reinvesting these earnings, I can keep accumulating shares at a lower c

$Bce Inc(BCE)$ $Imperial(IMO)$ US Tariff War on Canada With February approaching, there's a major deadline looming – the month when Trump could launch his global trade war. A 25% tariff is being proposed for both Canada and Mexico, and they could be the first targets. Many believe Trump's threats are idle, but we must take them seriously because he holds the power as President of the United States. This is not just political posturing – Trump has made it clear that tariffs are a key part of his strategy. He aims to return the US to the economic policies that once made it more prosperous and powerful. Historically, between 1870 and 1913, the US was highly dependent on tariffs, and this was one of its richest

$ulta beauty(ULTA)$ We’ve just learned that Casa Steelman has replaced Dave Kimbell as president and CEO of Alta Beauty. So, should we be concerned or optimistic? What does this leadership change mean for investors, and for the company as a whole? Before this, Casa Steelman was the COO at Ulta Beauty and has been with the company since 2014. Prior to Alta Beauty, she held roles at Family Dollar, Home Depot, and Target, which currently collaborates closely with Ulta. Ulta Beauty, the largest beauty retailer in the U.S. with about 1,385 stores, has ambitious plans to open 200 more stores and grow its loyalty program to 50 million members by 2028. But such growth plans require significant investment, and analysts predict that the next two to three ye

Major indexes closed lower Friday as stocks retreated late in the session after the White House said tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China will take effect Saturday. The DJIA fell by 0.75% though it saw a modest increase of 0.30% last week, while S&P 500 decline by 0.50% on Friday (31 Jan) making it fell 1.0% for last week, NASDAQ also decreased by 0.28% with a weekly drop of 1.6%. Russell 2000 experienced a 0.9% loss for the week. The major indexes managed to post gains for the month, despite a roller-coaster last week of trading fueled by corporate results, the Federal Reserve's latest decision on interest rates and the revelation that Chinese startup DeepSeek had launched a highly effective, low-cost AI model. The week began with a sharp decline due to attention on China's AI platform

Overall Market Overview Global markets reacted to geopolitical and trade tensions as the U.S. President announced steep tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China. While U.S. markets declined amid inflationary concerns, European markets remained stable, and Asian stocks saw mixed performance. US Markets: Trade War Fears Weigh on Stocks The Dow Jones $DJIA(.DJI)$  fell 0.8% (-337.47 pts to 44,544.66), while the S&P 500 $S&P 500(.SPX)$  dropped 0.5% (-30.64 pts to 6,040.53) as investors processed the impact of new 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports, and 10% on Chinese goods. Markets worry about inflation risks, p

$Alphabet(GOOGL)$ will be reporting the fourth-quarter earnings on 04 Feb 2025 after the market close. GOOGL reported third-quarter earnings that beat on top and bottom lines with strong revenue growth from the company’s cloud unit. For this earnings, LSEG is expected the earnings per share to came in at $2.12 versus $1.85, with revenue of $88.27 billion versus $86.30 billion. Alphabet (GOOGL) Last Positive Earnings Calls Result in 20.38% Share Price Gains Since We saw GOOGL share price have a 20.83% since its last positive earnings call on 29 Oct 2024, the sentiment is positive as the earnings call reflected strong revenue growth driven by advances in AI and cloud services, alongside significant achievements in YouTube and Waymo. However, challe

$Hims & Hers Health Inc.(HIMS)$  📈 🅱️👅💪💪🚹💲♓  📈 🚀 Hims & Hers Health Inc. $HIMS A Deep Dive into Short Squeeze Potential Technical Precision and Fundamental Dynamics 🔥📈 I’m closely watching Hims & Hers Health Inc. $HIMS for potential entry positions due to its strong upward momentum, high short interest, and upcoming earnings catalyst, which together create a highly asymmetric risk-reward opportunity. The stock’s recent breakout, coupled with key technical support zones, suggests a strategic window for accumulation, particularly if a short squeeze scenario unfolds. Hims & Hers Health Inc. $HIMS has emerged as a standout growth stock, surging 54 percent year to date, and now sits at a critical juncture ahead of its earnings

Alibaba (BABA) Alibaba is a key stock to watch for investors looking at Chinese equities. Despite regulatory challenges, the company is showing signs of recovery, with improving e-commerce sales and cloud computing growth. **Why Watch:** - Recovery in China's consumer spending. - Cloud computing segment growth. - Valuation remains attractive compared to peers.

It’s Coming. Artificial Intelligence (AI) “wonder” stock $Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ which has rocketed 5x in value over the last 12 months, is set to report its fiscal Q4 2024 earnings on Mon, 03 Feb 2025 before the opening bell. Market is filled with news on whether PLTR will be able to live up to its reputation as the #1 AI-software company that it has grown to become. Before delving into analysts’ expectations for PLTR, lets recap PLTR’s Q3 earnings. Q3 Earnings. Below was PLTR’s last quarter earnings reporting versus LSEG consensus estimates: Earnings per share: $0.10 (adjusted) vs $0.09 expected. (see above) Revenue: $726 million vs $701 million expected. (see above) It was a +30% YoY growth. Net income : came in at $143.5 million, or

As of February 2, 2025, the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape is witnessing a significant transformation with the emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company that has rapidly ascended to prominence. This development has profound implications for global technology dynamics, investment strategies, and the future trajectory of AI innovation. 1. DeepSeek's Breakthrough in AI Development ✅ 1️⃣ Innovative Approach Efficient Development: DeepSeek has developed an advanced AI model comparable to leading platforms like ChatGPT, achieving this with a fraction of the typical development costs. This efficiency challenges the prevailing notion that substantial financial resources are requisite for significant AI advancements. nypost.com Open-Source Strategy: By adopting an open-source approach, De

Generative AI is at the center of global attention in 2025, with companies like OpenAI, NVIDIA, and Microsoft leading innovation. As enterprises embrace AI for productivity, personalized content, and automation, the market size for generative AI is expected to reach $110 billion this year, growing at a CAGR of 35%. However, the sector faces headwinds from regulatory scrutiny, data privacy concerns, and competition. Key Updates Generative AI Adoption Over 70% of Fortune 500 companies have implemented generative AI for operations like code generation, content creation, and customer support.ChatGPT-6, MidJourney v8, and new AI models from Google DeepMind dominate the market. Challenges EU and U.S. regulators have proposed stricter guidelines on AI deployment, impacting global adoption. Traini

Green hydrogen, touted as the "fuel of the future," is gaining momentum as the world shifts toward sustainable energy solutions. With governments and companies investing billions in green hydrogen technology, could this sector become a game-changer for energy markets and investors? Key Updates Massive Investments Global investments in green hydrogen are set to exceed $500 billion by 2030, driven by Europe, the U.S., and Asia-Pacific nations. Companies like Plug Power, Bloom Energy, and Siemens Energy are leading innovation in hydrogen electrolyzers and storage. Government Policies The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) in the U.S. provides tax credits for green hydrogen production, accelerating its adoption. Europe’s REPowerEU plan targets 10 million tonnes of green hydrogen production annually

🌟🌟🌟Gold prices have recently spiked as economic and geopolitical uncertainty have driven investors towards Gold as a safe haven asset.  $iShares Gold Trust(IAU)$  offers exposure to Gold as it is designed to track the spot price of Gold Bullion by holding gold bars in a secure vault.  This allows investors to free themselves from finding a place to store Gold.  Gold price  had climbed to new highs in 2024 and it looks like it will continue to climb to another new high in 2025.  Gold reached a record high of USD 2790 in October 2024 and some experts are predicting it could break the USD 3,000 barrier before long.  Gold is currently priced just below its all time high at

AMD Q4 Earnings Preview: Could AI Chips Revenue Surprise the Market and Boost AMD's Stock Price? As $Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$   prepares to release its Q4 earnings on February 4th, focus intensifies on its AI chip sector performance amidst a volatile start for semiconductor stocks. The sector faced upheavals from new tariff announcements and market reactions to cost-effective AI models like DeepSeek, challenging the demand for high-cost chips. AMD stands at a pivotal point, with its upcoming earnings set to reveal how well it's adapting to these industry shifts. How do you expect AMD's stock price to respond following the earnings release? Happy Financial Forecasts Analysts anticipate AMD will post earni

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