1. The author reaffirms a 'strong buy' rating for Verizon (VZ) due to its undervaluation, operational improvements, and growth potential despite recent stock underperformance; 2. Verizon's growth is driven by strong wireless and FWA broadband performance in its Consumer Group, offsetting weaknesses in business and public sectors; 3. Improved profitability, cash flow, and lower leverage compared to AT&T, with upcoming Q2 results expected to reinforce bullish prospects.

1. Q1 ’25 S&P 500 earnings growth nearly doubled from initial low expectations by June ’25; 2. Major indices (S&P 500, Nasdaq) hit all-time highs despite concerns about tariffs or stagflation; 3. Small and mid-cap (SMID) stocks are highlighted as potential non-correlated assets for diversification.

1. Nvidia's Q1 revenue growth slowed to 12% sequentially despite 69% YoY increase, marking its weakest growth since the AI boom; 2. US export bans on H20 chips to China resulted in $4.5B inventory charges and intensified competition from Huawei; 3. The stock's high valuation (32x forward P/E) appears unsustainable amid decelerating growth and unaddressed China risks, prompting a 'strong sell' recommendation.

1. Okta's fiscal 2026 guidance appears cautious, reflecting management's prudence rather than fundamental weakness; 2. Despite near-term pressure on free cash flow margins, long-term cash generation potential remains intact; 3. While facing intensified competition (notably from Microsoft), Okta retains an edge in complex identity management due to its specialization.

1. Nvidia has recovered from its YTD stock decline as tariff-related pressures subside, creating optimism ahead of Q1 earnings; 2. Strong demand for Hopper and Blackwell GPUs, coupled with conservative analyst estimates, positions Nvidia to exceed Q1 revenue and EPS expectations; 3. Profitability improvements are expected due to the completion of the Hopper-to-Blackwell transition and potential gross margin upside, with the stock remaining attractively valued amid growth prospects.

1. Palantir's Q1 2025 earnings demonstrated robust U.S. commercial growth (19.2% QoQ, 70% YoY) despite seasonal headwinds; 2. PLTR stock decline is attributed to weak international commercial revenue, particularly in Europe, where AI adoption lags; 3. Despite stretched valuations, Palantir's strong revenue growth, profitability, and financial health justify long-term call spreads to capture upside while mitigating risk.

1. ConocoPhillips holds a diversified low-cost global production portfolio, including key assets in the Permian Basin, Alaska, and LNG projects. 2. Recent U.S. policy shifts and OPEC+ actions have created short-term bearish pressure on oil prices, prompting a downgrade from Buy to Hold. 3. Despite long-term growth potential from projects like Qatari LNG and Willow in Alaska, near-term challenges from policy headwinds and flat Q1 earnings (due to lower oil prices) overshadow optimism.

1. Altria's FQ1 earnings report highlighted profit pressures and growth challenges, with smokeable product sales declining due to insufficient pricing power to offset volume drops; 2. Oral tobacco products saw modest growth, led by an 18% shipment volume increase in the 'on!' franchise; 3. The company's total shareholder yield is expected to exceed 10%, supported by dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction efforts.

1. Maintain a neutral rating on BHP Group due to balanced risk-reward and preference for Rio Tinto's cheaper valuation and organic growth. 2. BHP's H1 2025 results showed a $2 billion sales decline, an 11% drop in EBITDA, and unchanged production guidance. 3. BHP's net debt expected to rise to $15 billion, dividend payout trimmed by 50% due to CAPEX plans and settlement costs.

1. Alphabet reported a record Q4 with revenue reaching $96.47 billion, driven by strong growth in Google Search, YouTube, and Google Cloud. 2. Despite Google Cloud missing consensus estimates, the 30.1% growth indicates supply constraints rather than weak demand, signaling a positive long-term outlook. 3. Margins improved significantly, with operating margin expanding by 4.7% to 32.1% due to Cloud's increasing profitability and portion of total revenue. 4. The projection for Google Cloud revenue growth is a CAGR of approximately 29.7% through FY28, with improving operational efficiency expected to boost margins and EPS. 5. The price target has been upgraded to reflect the thesis that improving AI integrations, expanding market opportunities, and unmet Google Cloud demand will be key drivers of earnings growth.

1. Ford's earnings are complicated by Rivian's impact and EVs, but the real issues are interest rate hikes and warranty costs; 2. Ford's significant EV losses are greatly overstated due to aggressive depreciation and valuation of $0 in internal transactions; 3. Ford Credit's earnings have been hit hard by higher interest rates, impacting the company's overall profitability; 4. Warranty and interest rate hikes are the main reasons for the decline in Ford's profitability since 2021; 5. The author continues to avoid Ford stock due to operational challenges and financial complexities.

1. Mastercard's upcoming Q3 results are crucial for validating its premium over Visa; 2. Key differences between Visa and Mastercard include size, focus, and profitability; 3. Mastercard's value-added services and new flows are growing faster than consumer payments.

1. JPMorgan's Q3 earnings exceeded expectations with significant beats in key metrics like net revenue, net interest income, and EPS, leading to a 4.44% stock price increase. 2. Year-over-year, NII growth was modest at 3%, and net income decreased by -1%. However, non-interest revenue saw a strong 12% growth. 3. Despite the CEO's belief that the stock multiple is inflated, the author believes it is fairly valued and justifies a buy rating due to the bank's strong positioning.

1. Zscaler's stock fell 15% after hours due to its projected 10th consecutive quarter of revenue growth deceleration. 2. Despite a strong balance sheet and medium-term growth prospects, concerns arise from slowing growth and competitive pressures. 3. The company's fiscal Q1 2025 is expected to show lower profit margins, contradicting expectations for higher profitability as it scales.

1. Abercrombie & Fitch's Q2 results exceeded expectations with significant growth and improved profitability across brands. 2. The company raised its FY2024 outlook above Wall Street estimates but failed to meet overly high investor expectations, leading to a stock crash. 3. The stock is now considered fairly valued after the recent decline, reflecting a more balanced assessment of its performance and future prospects.

1. Nvidia's Q2 FY2025 report showed a double-beat but failed to prevent a stock dip due to gross margin contraction. 2. The company's medium-to-long-term demand and margins are uncertain due to industry cyclicality and competition. 3. Nvidia's stock is considered overvalued, and the 5-year expected CAGR is below the investment hurdle rate.

1. Nvidia reported strong Q2 earnings but experienced a growth slowdown, leading to a 5% drop in after-hours trading. 2. The data center segment drove significant revenue growth, but Nvidia's heavy reliance on this unit poses risks. 3. Gross margins declined sequentially, and the new $50 billion buyback authorization is unlikely to significantly impact Nvidia's share count.

1. Snowflake reported softer-than-expected FY25 Q2 results, leading to continued negative sentiment. 2. The bear thesis focuses on increasing competition, decreasing margins, slowing revenue growth, high valuation, and significant stock-based compensation. 3. Despite these concerns, the company's strong growth prospects and recent product launches suggest a potential turnaround, making the current valuation a good risk/reward opportunity.

1. Dell Technologies is rated 'Hold' due to short-term challenges, despite potential long-term growth in AI and data sectors. 2. The weakening U.S. consumer market impacts Dell's Client Solutions Group, leading to declining sales and postponed purchases. 3. The Infrastructure Solutions Group faces competitive pressures and deferred investments, limiting immediate benefits from AI advancements.

1. Power Solutions International's share price soared, but sales continue to decline, indicating no fundamental improvement. 2. Margin improvements are temporary, driven by legal fee reversals and lower steel prices. 3. PSIX is significantly controlled by its parent company, WEICF, which may conflict with shareholder interests.