Look For Qualcomm (QCOM) Earnings Concrete "AI revenue" Timeline
$Qualcomm(QCOM)$ is set to report its fiscal Q1 2026 earnings on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, after the market close. The stock enters this print at a crossroads: while it remains the king of the mobile SoC (System on Chip) world, it is fighting a "show me" battle to prove its AI-driven diversification into PCs, automotive, and data centers. Here is an analysis of the upcoming report and the "AI narrative" comparison with AMD. Key Metrics to Watch (Fiscal Q1 2026) The market is bracing for a "beat-and-lower" scenario, where current results look good, but future guidance reflects headwinds in the smartphone market. Qualcomm’s Fiscal Q4 2025 earnings (reported November 5, 2025) were a masterclass in "operational excellence vs. headline noise." While
Can ARM Less Exposure To "GPU wars" Bring It To Better Structural Growth?
$ARM Holdings(ARM)$ is set to report its fiscal third-quarter results tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4, after the market closes. The company is currently at a critical junction where its high valuation is being tested against the reality of its "AI everywhere" narrative. Below is an analysis of the upcoming earnings, key metrics to watch, and a comparison with AMD in the context of the AI growth cycle. Q3 2026 Earnings: The Numbers to Beat Analysts have set a high bar for ARM, following a streak of earnings beats in 2025. ARM Holdings (ARM) reported its fiscal Q2 2026 results on November 5, 2025. It was a "beat and raise" quarter that initially saw a muted market reaction, highlighting the intense scrutiny on AI valuations. Fiscal Q2 2026 Performanc
Narrative Shifted From "Is Google losing to AI?" to "How fast can Google Cloud grow?"
$Alphabet(GOOGL)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal Q4 2025 earnings on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, after the market close. Heading into the report, the stock has been a standout performer, rallying nearly 70% over the past year and recently hitting record highs near $340. Here is a breakdown of what to expect, the key metrics to watch, and how Alphabet stacks up against AMD in the AI race. Consensus Expectations (Q4 2025) Wall Street has high expectations for Alphabet, driven by the rollout of Gemini 3 and strong Cloud adoption. *Note: Range reflects differences in "Net Revenue" vs. "Total Revenue" reporting across analyst models. Alphabet’s fiscal Q3 2025 earnings, reported in late October 2025, marked a historic turning point for the company.
SMCI Defining "Show-Me" Moment To Help Pass Valuation Stress Test?
$SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC(SMCI)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal Q2 2026 earnings on February 3, 2026, after the market close. This report is arguably one of the most critical "stress tests" in the company's recent history, coming on the heels of significant 2025 volatility and operational hurdles. Key Metrics & Earnings Expectations Wall Street is looking for a massive sequential rebound after a disappointing Q1. The company itself has set a high bar for this quarter: Revenue: The company guided between $10 billion and $11 billion, representing a nearly 100% sequential increase from Q1 ($5.02B). Missing this midpoint would likely trigger severe concerns about demand fulfillment. Non-GAAP EPS: Analysts are targeting roughly $0.49 (with guida
Can PepsiCo (PEP) "Value-Forward" Strategy Gave The Result Market Is Looking For?
$Pepsi(PEP)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal Q4 and full-year 2025 earnings on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, before the market opens. This report is particularly significant as it marks the first full quarter since activist investor Elliott Investment Management revealed a stake in the company (September 2025), and follows a December update where PepsiCo reaffirmed its 2025 guidance while providing an optimistic preliminary outlook for 2026. Q4 2025 Earnings Consensus Estimates Consensus EPS: $2.24 (vs. $1.96 in Q4 2024, a projected 14.3% YoY increase). Consensus Revenue: Approximately $27.7 - $28.1 billion (vying for a return to growth after flat or slightly negative revenue in previous quarters). Implied 2025 Target: The company expects a 0.5% dec
AMD Premium Valuation and Recent Rumour, Will These Affect Its Earnings Move?
We have seen how $Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$ suffer more than 5% dip on last Friday (30 Jan), though AMD has a more balanced chip business than Nvidia. AMD stock trades at a premium valuation of 40 times expected 2026 earnings. With rumor concerning potential production hiccups for its upcoming MI450 AI accelerators, will this further shake investors confidence for AMD ahead of its earnings. As AMD prepares to release its Q4 2025 earnings on February 3, 2026, the concern of its "premium" status could not be overlooked. While $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ dominates the headlines, AMD has quietly positioned itself as the "balanced" alternative, though this comes with a high bar for performance. In this article, we would
Gold Undergoing Std Tech Correction, How We Can Position With ETFs.
The recent 5% dip in gold prices has certainly caught investors' attention, especially coming off the heels of the massive rally we saw in late 2025. However, rather than signaling a "loss of appeal," most market analysts view this as a standard technical correction following an overextended run. In this article, we would like to discuss an analysis of why gold is "taking a breather" and how you can strategically position your portfolio for 2026. Why is Gold Dropping? (The Analysis) The 5% decline isn’t a collapse; it’s a "profit-taking" event. In January 2026, gold reached record highs (surpassing $5,300/oz), and when prices rise that fast, big institutional players sell a portion of their holdings to lock in gains. If you observed the profit taking range and buy sell volume in the below
Consider Risks and Volatility For Palantir's Earnings Option Play ?
We have seen $Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ showing decline recently, should that be a caution for investors especially with its high valuation concerns and also fear of the potential AI bubble still lingering? Analyzing Palantir Technologies (PLTR) as we head into 2026 requires balancing its undeniable operational success against a valuation that many Wall Street veterans find "eye-watering." The stock’s recent decline is a textbook example of valuation discipline—where even record-breaking growth isn't enough to satisfy a market that has priced in perfection. In this article, we would like to look at the breakdown of why caution is currently the watchword, what to look for in the upcoming Q4 2025 earnings (scheduled for February 2, 2026), an
Can American Express (AXP) Live Up To Its Strong History of Beats Against New Macro-Regulatory Pressures.
$American Express(AXP)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal Q4 2025 results on Friday, January 30, 2026, before the market opens. Amex has established a streak of beating EPS estimates over the last four quarters. However, as of late January 2026, the market is balancing this historical strength against fresh regulatory concerns, specifically the proposed 10% cap on credit card interest rates which has pressured the stock recently. Q4 2025 Forecast & Estimates Analysts are looking for solid year-over-year growth, though expectations have been slightly recalibrated in the last 30 days. American Express (AXP) delivered a standout performance in Fiscal Q3 2025 (reported Oct 17, 2024), which reinforced the company’s "premium-first" narrative and prov
SoFi Hitting $30? - Bull Put Spread -> "Tug-Of-War" Phase
With $SoFi Technologies Inc.(SOFI)$ coming up on 30 Jan Pre-market, will we see it creating another exceptional run after its earnings? SoFi is heading into its Q4 2025 earnings report (scheduled for January 30, 2026) in a bit of a "tug-of-war" phase. While the company has fundamentally transformed into a profitable bank, the stock's recent performance and valuation suggest that the market is demanding perfection. Here is the breakdown of whether we’re looking at another "exceptional rally" or "heavy volatility." The Bull Case: Why an Exceptional Rally is Possible SoFi has a habit of "sandbagging"—providing conservative guidance and then blowing past it. For an exceptional rally to occur, they likely need to hit these three notes: EPS "Super-Beat"