1. Nvidia is set to report its Q1 earnings as the last of the 'Magnificent 7,' with investors focusing on gross margins, growth trajectory, and China-related challenges; 2. The company faces a $5.5B write-off due to U.S. export controls on AI chips to China, while exploring compliant chip alternatives; 3. Nvidia expands into Middle Eastern markets through partnerships in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, with capital expenditure forecasts under scrutiny.

1. Nvidia's strong 2024 growth is overshadowed by concerns about its long-term value with its near $3 trillion market cap; 2. CEO's optimistic AI compute demand projections may not lead to sustained revenue/profit growth; 3. Diversification into new businesses may be ill-fated, as tech giants' historical attempts often fail to generate significant profits; 4. Management's emphasis on new ventures raises concerns about the core business strength and long-term growth risks.

1. PayPal reported strong Q4 earnings with growth in active accounts, free cash flow, and operating income margins; 2. The board authorized a $15B stock buyback; 3. The author recommends PayPal shares due to their free cash flow strength and aggressive capital returns.

1. PayPal Holdings' stock dropped 13% despite beating earnings and sales estimates due to a minor miss in payment volume expectations; 2. Active accounts grew by 2.6 million QoQ, indicating a resurgence in growth; 3. Transaction margins improved to 47%, suggesting better profitability, and the profit forecast for 2025 remains robust.

1. Allegro MicroSystems reported third quarter 2025 results with sales of $178 million and non-GAAP EPS of $0.07, exceeding guidance. 2. The company introduced a record number of new magnetic sensing and power products, expanding its portfolio. 3. Total net sales for the third quarter were $177.9 million, with automotive sales accounting for $130.1 million and industrial and other sales at $47.8 million.

1. Nvidia Corporation beat estimates in the latest quarterly earnings report with an EPS of $0.81, a 8.5% surprise. 2. Despite the earnings beat, the stock has not seen positive momentum since June 2024. 3. The stock's growth is largely priced in, and the company faces increased competition with new AI chips being launched.

1. Delek Logistics Partners, LP has demonstrated impressive yield growth, now at nearly 11%, with 47 consecutive quarterly dividend increases despite recent capital losses. 2. The Q3 earnings report highlighted a record $107M in quarterly adjusted EBITDA, an 8.5% YoY increase, and successful integration of new acquisitions. 3. DKL management's focus on operational efficiency and strategic acquisitions supports ongoing dividend hikes and financial stability.

1. Intel reported a worse-than-expected Q3 results with a $16.6B quarterly loss, driven by non-recurring charges. 2. Despite the loss, the top line beat estimates, and the Q4 outlook is solid. 3. Intel's share price rallied 8% after earnings, trading at a FY 2025 P/E ratio of 22X, significantly below its historical average.

1. Honeywell reported better-than-expected profits in Q3 2024, but reduced its full-year sales and profit forecast due to cost pressures and weaker performance in Industrial Automation. 2. Aerospace Technologies and Building Automation segments showed strong double-digit sales growth, partially offsetting a 5% sales decline in Industrial Automation. 3. Despite the sell-off, Honeywell remains attractive for passive income investors with a reliable 2% dividend yield and a lower valuation, especially with potential for long-term dividend growth.

1. Intel reported its third quarter earnings, missing revenue and EPS estimates; 2. Despite the miss, the stock rallied due to raised fourth quarter guidance; 3. The author expresses a more negative view of Intel's earnings, indicating signs of decline in the company.

1. Meta Platforms is expected to significantly exceed earnings expectations in Q3 due to strong ad performance and a cyclical recovery in digital advertising spending. 2. Despite increased CapEx on AI, the company remains highly profitable with strong free cash flow margins. 3. Meta's AR glasses, developed with Ray-Ban, are showing solid sales, potentially contributing to a positive earnings surprise.

1. Added to my Micron position as the stock recently broke below $100 and upgraded my rating to a strong buy ahead of earnings. 2. Micron Technology will report FQ4 results on September 25. 3. Read-through from companies like Western Digital and Best Buy suggests strong memory market fundamentals and healthy end-customer demand for phones and computers. 4. MU stock trades at a 10x forward P/E multiple, making it a value buy compared to the S&P 500's ~20x multiple.

1. Micron's Q4 earnings report is crucial for the stock, which is at a critical support level. 2. Consensus expects EPS of $1.10 and revenue of $7.7 billion, but guidance must exceed expectations. 3. Elevated implied volatility suggests a significant post-earnings move, with key support at $85.

1. PayPal's stock price shows signs of breaking out of a consolidation pattern post-Q2 2024 earnings report. 2. The company's strong revenue growth and cost control strategies have improved operating margins. 3. PayPal's free cash flow and owner's earnings significantly exceed its accounting EPS, indicating a true earning power and valuation discount. 4. The stock's valuation is attractive, with a P/FCF ratio of 11x and a double-digit profit growth projection.

1. Nvidia's second-quarter sales surged by 122.4% to $30.04 billion, significantly outperforming expectations. 2. The company provided strong sales guidance for the third quarter, anticipating a 2.5% increase above analyst estimates. 3. Nvidia's dominance in the AI chip market, particularly with its H100 GPU, positions it well for continued growth as major tech companies like Google, Meta, and Microsoft heavily invest in its technology.

1. NVIDIA reported a record $30 million in revenue, up 15% sequentially and 122% year-over-year, driven by its Data Center division. 2. Despite exceeding expectations, NVIDIA's share price dipped pre-market due to a perceived slowdown in growth rate. 3. NVIDIA's Data Center business, especially in AI, continues to be the major revenue driver, with upcoming launches like Blackwell expected to boost future earnings.

➀ NVIDIA reported Q2 revenue of $30.04 billion, up 122% year-over-year. ➁ Data center revenue reached $26.3 billion, exceeding Q1's total revenue. ➂ Despite strong earnings, NVIDIA's stock fell over 8% post-earnings due to lower-than-expected Q3 guidance.

1. The broad market has recovered from recent losses and reached a new all-time high, as measured by the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index. 2. The market-cap-based S&P 500 Index is not at an all-time high due to a rotation into value stocks. 3. Nvidia's upcoming earnings report is highly anticipated, but the stock's significant rise ahead of the report could lead to profit-taking if the results are not exceptionally positive.

1. Apple Hospitality REIT's Q2 2024 earnings show consistent growth in core metrics. 2. The company's conservative leverage and strong balance sheet support its growth strategy. 3. With a forward P/FFO multiple of 8.6x and a dividend yield of ~7.3%, APLE remains a compelling buy despite market volatility.

1. Next week, Wall Street's focus will shift to inflation data, including producer and consumer price indices. 2. The second quarter earnings season continues with major companies like Walmart, Home Depot, and Alibaba scheduled to report. 3. IPO watch includes YXT.COM Group Holding expected to raise $50M.