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Apple (AAPL) Earnings Guidance To Look At Its AI Strategy Amid China Tariffs
$Apple(AAPL)$ is scheduled to release its earnings for fiscal Q2 2025 after market closes on Thursday, 01 May 2025. Revenue: Analysts generally expect revenue to be around $94.0 billion to $94.2 billion. This would represent a modest year-over-year increase of roughly 3.6% to 3.8% compared to $90.75 billion in the same quarter last year (Q2 2024). This aligns with Apple's previous guidance for low- to mid-single-digit growth for the quarter. Earnings Per Share (EPS): The consensus EPS forecast is around $1.60 to $1.61. This indicates expected year-over-year growth of about 4.6% to 5.3% from $1.53 per share in Q2 2024. Net Income: Expected around $24.2 billion, suggesting a 2.5% year-over-year increase. Gross Margin: Forecasts suggest a slight impr
Modest Top-Line Growth In Amazon (AMZN) Earnings Expected
$Amazon.com(AMZN)$ is scheduled to report after market close on Thursday, 01 May 2025. Revenue: Wall Street consensus estimates range slightly but center around $144 billion to $155 billion. Some estimates lean towards the higher end (~$155B). This represents modest year-over-year growth (around 8-10%). Earnings Per Share (EPS): Consensus estimates are around $0.98 to $1.37. The higher estimates represent significant YoY growth (potentially +39%), reflecting successful cost-cutting and efficiency initiatives. It is important to remember that after Q4 2024, Amazon provided Q1 2025 revenue guidance of $151 billion to $155.5 billion, which was below market expectations at the time ($158.5B+). This cautious guidance cited a significant foreign exchang
1. $Eos Energy Enterprises Inc.(EOSE)$ Monthly bias ✅ GreenWeekly bias ✅ Just flipped greenZone 1 expansion officially in play. If this holds, I think there’s a very high chance we see a full move toward $8–$10 in the coming weeks and months.Strong setup — momentum is building fast.Image2. $Cloudflare, Inc.(NET)$ You already know what's happening 👀First week showing a higher low on the BX. It's starting to look like we're setting up for a move into Zone 1 in the coming weeks, but we still need confirmation first.Right now is a little early to size in heavy, but the RVR is still insane — and honestly, I love this setup.Plus, it doesn’t hurt that whales bought a massive amount of calls last week. 🐳ImageFor w
Apple is up 23% from the lows we called out a few weeks ago
1. $Apple(AAPL)$ The $S&P 500(.SPX)$ has ripped higher, and $Apple(AAPL)$ is up 23% from the lows we called out a few weeks ago.But I’m going to be honest — I don’t buy that this is the true bottom yet. ❌Earnings are coming up fast, and both the monthly and weekly bias are still red.There’s about a 60% chance price rejects from here.I’d rather stay patient than get trapped.Image2. $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ Closed $50,000 profit on TLSA last week.And I think this is just the beginning. 👀The last time this setup happened, Tesla ran 100%.Here’s my 2025 plan to double my account again.Watch it before it’s too late. ⏰For whom
Daily Charts - April tends to be the best month of the year during Bear Markets
1.Fun Fact: during Bear Markets, April tends to be the best month of the year in terms of average return and percentage of instances positive.May & June tend to be rougher and tougher during bear markets (and Aug-Sep is the worst) $S&P 500(.SPX)$$SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$ Image2.Sell in May?if it's a bull market, maybe don't bother...(but) if it's a Bear Market, it could be the right move at the right time from a historical seasonality standpoint.Image3.One piece of the Gold puzzle...Humanity is finding less and less gold... the difficulty of gold mining is rising.Remember, price is a function of demand AND supply. $Gold - main 2506(GCmain)$ Im
Quadrants are a really effective tool for categorising companies
Quadrants are a really effective tool for categorising companies. The below quadrant compares market share and market growth. I look to invest in the top row, ideally the top right corner.What companies would you add that have the market share of a growing market?ImagePricing power is essential for long term compounding. I look for 3 things:1. High margins - is the company adding a large up to what they sell?2. Market share - if the company has the market share, then there’s no alternatives for customers to pick from.3. Their customer’s income statement - if the product or service is a low expense for the customer, then they’re unlikely to cut back on buying it during a downturn.What would you add?For whom haven't open CBA can know more from below:🏦 Open a CBA today and enjoy privileges of
I have been keeping a close eye on the gold market recently, especially as prices soared past the $3500 mark, which was the target set by several institutions. Seeing gold hit this record high and then pull back has me thinking about the next move. The volatility is hard to ignore, and I am trying to decide whether this pullback is a sign of a larger correction or just a temporary dip before another rally. The market dynamics feel intense right now, and I am eager to understand where gold might head next. The updated forecasts from major institutions like Goldman Sachs and UBS have caught my attention. Goldman Sachs raised their year-end gold price forecast to $3700, and they even mentioned the possibility of prices reaching as high as $4500 due to upside risks. UBS followed suit, adjustin
I have been closely watching the market movements recently, and I am leaning toward the idea that we are experiencing a dead cat bounce rather than a true bottom. After a series of declines, the cautious sentiment among investors feels warranted, especially given the broader economic uncertainties. The brief uptick we are seeing now seems more like a temporary reaction in a bear market rather than a sign of a sustained recovery. I think there is still more downside to come, as the underlying issues driving the decline have not been fully resolved. One of the key factors influencing my view is the uncertainty around tariffs. While it is true that Trump has softened his stance on tariffs recently, I am not convinced this will have a significant enough impact to stabilize the market. Tariffs
Alphabet's $Alphabet(GOOGL)$ strong earnings beat has definitely boosted confidence heading into the rest of the Magnificent 7 earnings. Their ad revenue growth, especially in search and YouTube, shows that digital ad demand is holding up better than expected. That bodes well for Meta $Meta Platforms, Inc.(META)$ , which is heavily reliant on ad revenue too. When expectations are lowered and companies still deliver solid numbers, it often sparks a rally, and I think we could see more of that if Meta, Microsoft, or Amazon exceed forecasts. I'm particularly watching Meta this season. Despite concerns over tariffs and potential revenu
NVIDIA Eyes Key 117 Level – Breakout or Rejection?
$NVIDIA(NVDA)$ Technical Analysis NVDA has been in a short-term downtrend, forming lower highs and lower lows. Current resistance is in the 114–117 zone. A break above 117 would signal a reversal of the short-term downtrend. Price is still below the highlighted resistance, suggesting sellers are still in control for now. Support zone lies between 90–95. If price fails to break above 117 and turns down, retest of 90–95 support zone is possible. Using DLCs for Short-Term Trading on NVDA Traders can use Daily Leverage Certificates (DLCs) to capture short-term price movements in NVDA. If the price breaks above 117 with strong momentum, long DLCs (e.g. $NVDA 3xLongSG261006(NVIW.SI)$ )will likely gain in val
Apple Earnings Preview: Key Levels to Watch Before May 1
Apple Inc. ( $Apple(AAPL)$ AAPL) is scheduled to report its fiscal second-quarter earnings on Thursday, May 1, 2025, after the market closes. Analysts anticipate earnings per share (EPS) of approximately $1.60 for the quarter ending March 2025, reflecting a modest increase from the $1.53 reported in the same quarter last year. Technical Analysis of $Apple(AAPL)$ As of the latest close, AAPL is trading at $209.28. The stock remains below a key moving average resistance level, indicating that upward momentum may be limited in the near term. Resistance: The area between $210 and $217 serves as a resistance zone, corresponding to a previous price gap. This gap may act as a barrier to upward movement unless s
Three winning days have fueled excitement, but caution is still warranted before assuming the S&P 500 will easily break 5500:Overbought Signals: Momentum is strong, but the index is nearing overbought territory. A pullback or consolidation phase could happen before any sustainable breakout.Valuations Are Stretched: At current levels, the S&P 500’s P/E ratio is back near historical highs. Without continued earnings growth, upside could be limited.Macro Risks Linger: Geopolitical tensions, sticky inflation, or a surprise Fed move could quickly reverse recent gains.Summer Volatility: Historically, the summer months bring thinner trading volumes and more volatile swings — a breakout could be harder to sustain.5500 is within reach, but in this market, discipline beats emotion. Wait for
After three consecutive winning days, the S&P 500 looks primed to break through the 5500 level — and here’s why:Momentum is Strong: Technicals show clear upside momentum, with RSI and MACD both signaling further strength. The path of least resistance is up.Earnings Season Tailwind: Corporate earnings have consistently beaten expectations. Strong fundamentals support higher valuations, giving the rally real substance.Soft Landing Optimism: Inflation is cooling without a deep recession. With the Fed potentially pausing or even cutting rates later this year, liquidity could flood back into equities.Positioning is Still Cautious: Many funds remain underweight equities. If the rally continues, FOMO (fear of missing out) could drive a surge of new buying.If sentiment and data hold, smashing
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ While Tesla's Robotaxi news is exciting, betting on a straight path to $300 might be premature. Here's the other side:Regulatory Uncertainty: Full approval for fully autonomous taxis could take years, not months. Different states and countries have strict and inconsistent rules. This delay would push revenue expectations further out.Execution Risks: FSD has seen delays before. Perfecting full autonomy is incredibly complex, and any missteps or accidents could severely damage Tesla’s credibility.Valuation Concerns: Even today, Tesla is priced for perfection. Adding Robotaxi revenue is exciting, but if timelines slip, the stock could face serious multiple compression before any gains happen.Competition is Rising: Companies like
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ is setting up for a major move toward $300, and the upcoming Robotaxi launch could be the catalyst. Here's why:Massive New Revenue Stream: Robotaxi service could open a multi-billion-dollar market for Tesla almost overnight. Autonomous ride-sharing will drastically lower transportation costs, pushing adoption quickly.AI and Full Self-Driving (FSD) Lead: Tesla's FSD technology is years ahead of competitors. Once regulatory approvals come through, Tesla will control the largest autonomous fleet — a clear first-mover advantage.Margin Expansion: Unlike car sales, Robotaxi rides generate recurring revenue at extremely high margins. Tesla could see its profitability soar without needing to sell a single extra car.Sentiment Shift: A
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