1. The S&P 500 ended a three-week winning streak with a 0.1% weekly loss due to rising inflation concerns; 2. The index has remained above key moving averages (50-day and 200-day) since early May; 3. Year-to-date gains stand at 10.08% for the S&P 500 and 7.69% for the S&P Equal Weight index.

1. TSMC's stock surged over 50% in 2024, with analysts predicting further gains; 2. AI-driven demand for advanced chips and pricing power boost growth prospects; 3. Technological leadership and capacity expansion reinforce long-term competitiveness.

1. Microsoft and Meta reported strong earnings, fueling optimism about a Big Tech resurgence; 2. S&P 500 companies face the sharpest earnings outlook decline since 2020 amid reduced capital expenditures; 3. Seeking Alpha's Quant System rates both stocks as Holds, highlighting better-rated tech investment alternatives.

1. The stock market remains volatile with significant declines across major indices and sectors; 2. Historical bear markets suggest potential for further declines before any recovery; 3. Defensive stocks are outperforming cyclicals, and there is a notable shift towards safer assets like bonds.

1. The S&P 500 started the week with three consecutive daily gains but was followed by 'Liberation Day' leading to its two worst days since March 2020. 2. The index fell 9.1% this week and has re-entered correction territory, down 17.42% from its record high. 3. The average percent change from intraday low to high over the past 20 days is 1.70%.

1. Stocks started the week with a modest recovery, bouncing off the opening lows. Tech stocks faced pressure. 2. WTI crude oil surged 3.1% to a five-week high due to geopolitical tensions. 3. Economic data were mixed, with the Chicago PMI rising for the third month in a row, while the Dallas Fed's business activity index fell and outlook uncertainty index rose.

1. The S&P 500 managed to end a four-week losing streak with a slight increase. The Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady and Jerome Powell's comments on inflation were key factors. 2. FedEx, Micron Technology, and Nike reported their quarterly results, with FedEx cutting its annual revenue guidance for the third consecutive quarter. 3. The S&P 500 advanced +0.5%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite added +0.2%.

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1. Intel's stock has lost half its value over five years due to revenue struggles and high expenses; 2. New CEO Lip-Bu Tan brings hope for a turnaround; 3. Intel's estimates have declined sharply, requiring cost cuts and improved cash flow.

1. PayPal's stock is rated 'hold' due to its weak moat and significant challenges, despite decent financial results in FY 2024; 2. The company struggles with declining ROIC and FCF margins, indicating limited long-term value creation; 3. CEO Alex Chriss is focused on innovation and improving user experience, but these efforts may not be enough to compete with strong competition.

1. The author avoids bubble stocks like Nvidia, which has been trading at extreme overvaluations since the second half of 2023; 2. Insider selling was aggressive in 2024, with nearly $2 billion in net liquidated value, before recession fears appeared in early 2025; 3. The author believes current Wall Street forecasts for Nvidia EPS and sales growth are overly optimistic, not accounting for potential recession and competition impacts after early year growth; 4. The trading chart shows an expanding imbalance of sellers vs. buyers since July, with a momentum pattern reminiscent of early 2008.

1. Palantir's stock has retreated by approximately 34% due to market volatility, but its long-term business model and growth rate remain attractive. 2. Despite concerns about defense spending cuts, Palantir's government revenue is a small fraction of the DoD budget, indicating potential for growth. 3. The market may be overreacting negatively, presenting a potential buying opportunity. 4. Palantir's high valuation and strong long-term competitive advantage make it a hold despite the drawdown.

1. Stocks ended lower after a choppy trading session. The S&P 500 flirted with a correction, down 9.3% from its February 19 record close. 2. Small businesses are feeling the heat of the Trump transition, with the NFIB optimism index slipping to 100.7. 3. Bulls hoping for an oversold bounce were left holding the bag as traders chose to fade rallies rather than buy dips.

1. The S&P 500 dropped 3.1% this week, marking its largest weekly decline since September; 2. The index is now 6.09% below its record close from February 19th, 2025; 3. The S&P 500 is down 1.68% year-to-date.

1. Negative divergence in MACD, RSI, and stochastics indicates a potential top and major reversal. 2. Mixed recent earnings with revenue growth and EPS reaching three-year lows. 3. Valuation seems excessive with a high P/S ratio relative to revenue growth and peers. 4. Both technical and fundamental setups are unappealing, suggesting a sell for Snowflake stock.

1. Tesla's stock has dropped nearly 31% in the past month due to tariffs, struggling Chinese sales, and a 'buyers strike' against Elon Musk's electric vehicle maker. 2. Despite still being overvalued, TSLA shares are at their cheapest since November 2024, attracting bulls. 3. Seeking Alpha's Quant System rates TSLA as a Hold, with risks including fierce competition in the Chinese market and buyers' strikes from demonstrators opposing Musk's increasing political action in the U.S. and Europe.

1. Despite a double beat in Q4 earnings, Nvidia's stock has declined due to smaller EPS surprises and disappointing guidance indicating potential future earnings growth is already priced in. 2. Concerns arise from Nvidia's poor conversion of earnings into cash flows, with unusual growth in accounts receivable and inventory. 3. Trade restrictions and tariffs, along with performance issues and fading hype around GenAI, pose significant headwinds for Nvidia. 4. Technical analysis shows bearish signals, suggesting an unfavorable risk-reward scenario for Nvidia's stock in the near term.

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. Rocket Lab reported earnings, with shares falling 12% after the close; 2. Neutron project is on track, but a guidance miss and market sell-off increase short-term risk; 3. The current stock price may offer value for long-term investors, but short-term volatility and potential further declines are possible.