As I shared with clients earlier this week, there’s a highly important distinction to make when it comes to the moves in the stock/bond ratio —this is a US thing.If you look at global markets, the trend we see in emerging markets and developed markets ex-US is that the stock/bond ratio is actually moving higher. Europe and China are stimulating their economies and turning up out of slowdown, things are really changing in Japan, and even LatAm is looking good —much of the world’s stockmarkets are going up and enjoying a weaker USD and rotation flows out of US into global markets.Not only does this help frame what is going on in the US with the turn in the stock/bond ratio, but it also hammers on the global vs US rotation theme. As alluded to above I think we are early on both of these major
Chart of the Week - Stocks are turning the corner vs bonds
The US stock/bond ratio has rolled over from extraordinary price levels + excessive relative optimism in stocks vs bonds + extended positioning + extreme expensive valuations for stocks (both absolute and relative to bonds).Meanwhile, the macro backdrop is about as unfavorable as it gets for the stock/bond ratio; heightened uncertainty, reform-like policy moves, and declining economic confidence makes the risk of recession a real possibility (and the Treasury Secretary is basically telling us this). $S&P 500(.SPX)$$SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$$iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF(TLT)$ The fiscal contraction aspect is also a double whammy in that it is a he
$SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$ Insiders increasing their purchases signal confidence, suggesting the recent rebound may mark a bottom. This metric is set to hit its highest level since June, nearing its historical average for SPY. Obviously, insiders they dont know anything about the company. You do! You're waiting for the bottom to get in.ImageSooner you UNDERSTAND and live by this motto in trading, sooner you'll be consistent and profitableTrading is boring, you have to wait around for the set-up to form, then you wait around for the move to happen, then you wait for the next trade to happen before you take another one.
SPY can easily drop another 5%-10% from $565 after FOMC
$SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$ can easily drop another 5%-10% from $565 after FOMC on March 19.Here's 4 things that will impact the course of history 🧵1. GDP is for Q1 is estimated to be NEGATIVE. I don't think SPY has properly priced this in. and JPOW will address this on Wednesday. If he says, the economy is slowing down and we are seeing deterioration, SPY wont like it all. The Q&A session at FOMC will determine if there will be BLOOD on the streets this week back down under $550.2. $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$$NVIDIA(NVDA)$$Apple(AAPL)$$Microsoft(MSFT)$
$S&P 500(.SPX)$ & $Invesco QQQ(QQQ)$ displayed yesterday bearish candles on the 4H chart. Today, they show indecision again. Although the candle isn't fully bullish, and thus a bounce is less probable, the potential remains. Risk management is essential: $5,616 and $476.7 respectively are today's resistances that were breached without conviction.ImageSPX: The 4-hour chart accurately reflected anticipated the red day following the shooting star highlighted yesterday. The key level is $5,616, which served as support today, coinciding with the 5DMA. Tomorrow will be crucial: Break or a bounce?Image
$Qualcomm(QCOM)$ with a low dividend increaseBuybacks during the year will tell the story if this is seen as an opportunity to buyback at a “low” share price instead of going for higher dividend rewarding shareholder differently.I expected moreImageQCOM announces a dividend hike$0.89 dividend / share / quarter as of 2Q´25QCOM could have gone for a higher increase IMOImageQCOM 4.7% dividend increase$0.85 to $0.89 / share / quarterImageQCOM FCF / shareFY24 delivered » record FCF/share +14% YoY » record Operating Cash flow +8% YoY » Capex reduction -28% YoY » FCF +14% YoY » Shares ~flat1Q´25 FCF kept improving +58% YoY
A few reasons TSLA stock could continue a downward spiral
A few reasons $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ stock could continue a downward spiral.1. Weak deliveries in Q1.2. No robotaxi launch in June.3. Key employees leave. This is key, but most options granted after Jan 1, 2021 are now underwater. Stock is a great employee retainer...but not when the stock is dropping.When operations don't match expectations it can be a rapid downward spiral that feeds on itself. Autonomous driving. Now robotics. Elon Musk writes a $6 billion check to Jensen Huang for chips to build xAI and Jensen turns around and destroys Tesla’s business.That's what I see at Tesla today.
CTAs essentially entered this week max short, which looks to be turning into a massive tailwind now. GS estimates the largest 1M CTA buying demand since Nov 2023. The $S&P 500(.SPX)$ finished +5.7% in Nov ‘23.Image
Why Alphabet (GOOGL) Is a Golden Opportunity for Investors Despite Recent Dips
Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of tech giants, Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) has recently experienced a short-term setback, with its stock price dipping to $160.67 as of March 18, 2025, reflecting a 2.20% decline. However, beneath the surface of this temporary turbulence lies a compelling case for optimism. With a robust business model, a groundbreaking $32 billion acquisition, and a resilient long-term growth trajectory, Alphabet stands poised for a significant rebound. Here’s why savvy investors should view this dip as a golden opportunity to buy into one of the world’s most innovative companies. Unshakable Fundamentals Fuel Long-Term Growth Alphabet’s core businesses—Google Search, YouTube, and Google Cloud—continue to dominate their respective markets. The company reported a stell
Alphabet's Hidden Edge: Why Google’s Stock Is a Stealth Bargain
Still Playing 4D Chess While the Market Plays Draughts Sometimes, the market hands you a gift wrapped in an unassuming package. Right now, Alphabet—Google’s not-so-secret corporate alter ego—appears to be precisely that. With a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.7, well below its five-year average of 24.6, and a price-to-sales ratio of 5.9 (versus a historical 6.04), this Silicon Valley juggernaut is trading at what I’d call a 'how-is-no-one-noticing-this' discount. In investment terms, it’s akin to discovering a Michelin-star meal on a budget menu. Alphabet plays quantum chess while rivals struggle with yesterday’s moves Beyond Search: Alphabet’s Quantum Gambit Most investors fixate on Alphabet’s advertising dominance—a cash cow that keeps on giving—but they’re missing a moonshot that could re
Why GOOG Dropped Amid a $32 Billion Acquisition and High AI Spending
On March 18, 2025, GOOGLE ( $Alphabet(GOOG)$ ) experienced a notable decline, trading at approximately $161.1 during active U.S. trading hours. The drop coincides with significant company news and broader market trends, raising questions about the financial implications of Alphabet’s ambitious moves. This article delves into the reasons behind the sell-off, the impact of a massive acquisition and high AI capital expenditure (capex), and whether investors are justified in their concerns. The Catalyst: $32 Billion Wiz Acquisition The primary driver of GOOG’s decline appears to be Alphabet’s announcement of advanced negotiations to acquire Wiz, an Israeli cybersecurity firm, for $32 billion. Reported on March 18, 2025, by outlets like Reuters and The
March 18, 2025 — 05:20 am EDT Written by Kevin Cook for Zacks-> $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ I last wrote about NVIDIA (NVDA) as the Bull of the Day on January 29 in the immediate aftermath of the DeepSeek invasion. I explained why buying near $120 offered excellent risk/reward to accumulate more shares of the primary engine of the AI revolution. That play gave investors and traders a quick 15%+ gain on the NVDA rally back to $140. I then fleshed out the long-term thesis in this article from Feb 18... DeepSeek and the 5th Industrial Revolution But then a bigger correction unfolded for technology stocks as the Nasdaq 100 plummeted 13% in just 3 weeks. So what did I do? I added more NVDA shares on the dip under $110.
Hello everyone! Today i want to share some trading ideas with you!1.What Makes $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ GTC Event So Important• Nvidia controls over 90% of the AI accelerator market -- cementing its role as the backbone of gen AI & deep learning.• CUDA, Nvidia’s industry-standard computing platform, boasts 4M developers and 40K+ enterprise customers -- making it indispensable for AI innovation.• 80% of the top logistics and warehouse firms -- including $AMZN & $FDX -- rely on Nvidia’s robotics stack for AI-driven automation.• More than 50% of all AI-powered robots -- from humanoids to warehouse systems -- run on Nvidia Jetson & Isaac, solidifying its dominance in robotics AI.Yeah, today is a big dealImage
Quantum Stocks Rockets 100%: Do You Look Forward to Quantum Day?
As Nvidia's Quantum Day (March 20) approaches, the industry is encouraged, and U.S. quantum computing concept stocks have surged again. Over the past five trading days, $D-Wave Quantum Inc.(QBTS)$ has risen over 100%, while $Arqit Quantum Inc.(ARQQ)$ , $QUANTUM CORP(QMCO)$ , and $Quantum Computing Inc.(QUBT)$ have risen over 80%.Nvidia has stated that it will announce its progress in quantum computing at GTC, which will "shorten the timeline to achieve practical quantum applications." The management of quantum computing companies, including $Quantum Computing Inc.(QUBT)$ , will
Never thought this week the "shearing party" (option sellers) and market makers would end up in a direct showdown. $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ The options open interest data made me laugh out loud. On Monday, the "shearing party" had their fun by selling $110 puts expiring this week $NVDA 20250321 110.0 PUT$ , with 90,000 contracts opened, mostly by sellers.As shown in the data, the trading volume was concentrated at the market open. After all, the time value of near-expiry options is tight, and the earlier you sell, the sooner you lock in profits.However, don’t be surprised if the stock dips over the next two days—this is often the effect of heavy put-selling. Also, it’s likely that the mark
Once Upon A Time… My journey with quantum computing and its related stocks happened a while back. in early 2024: 03 Jan 2024 - IBM is to Quantum, what MSFT is to AI. Invest now ? 24 Feb 2024 - After AI, its Quantum Computing. Invest now ? It stayed in the background, chugging along until the fateful 09 Dec 2024, when Google brought the world’s attention to Quantum Computing with the unveiling of its “Willow” chip. Very soon quantum stocks became the darling of US stock market with its stock prices on a meteoric rise as we welcomed 2025. Its promising prospect became the envy of all things artificial intelligence because quantum computing proved t
Hello everyone! Today i want to share some macro analysis with you!1.TECHNICAL: Gold price breaks through $3,000 at another record high, ANZ raises gold price forecast to $3,100! Gold's near-term outlook is bullish.The 4-hour chart shows technical indicators resuming their uptrend, albeit with uneven strength, but still into positive territory. In addition, gold price is trading above its bullish moving averages and the 20-period SMA is currently providing dynamic support around $2,925.8. Expect today's trading range to be in the range of 3006-3040. Trade to keep buying trades! Strategy:Buy:3008-3010 TP:3028-3030 SL:2998 Image2.The situation in the Middle East is heating up again as spot gold stands at $3010, renewing its record high. So far this year, the cumulative increase of more than
Hello everyone! Today i want to share some option strategies with you!1.Premarket TRADE PLAN 📈 $S&P 500(.SPX)$ gapping down this morning.. Most likely we see a consolidation day before FOMC tomorrow. SPX in a wider range from 5600-5700. Calls can work above 5700 $Netflix(NFLX)$ if it holds 941 we can see 968-975 by Friday. Calls can work above 941 $Goldman Sachs(GS)$ best to hold 544, through 557 can run another 20 pts this week. Calls can work above 557.Follow me to learn more about analysis!!
Hello everyone! Today i want to share some option strategies with you!!1. $StoneCo(STNE)$ releases earnings on Tuesday after market close.Looking at an optionselling pre-earnings trade simply to capture elevated premium.The ATL is just below 7, but there isn't any premium until the 8 strike. So, Mar 21 expiry 8 put strike it is.Image2.Took a few optionselling trades right now. Playing these for assignment. But will happily take the premium capture if it does not happen. March 21 expiry.- $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ 205P- $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ 105PImage