$Wesbanco(WSBC)$ WSBC: bought in some additional shares to average down from $36.48 to $33. As it stands, the enlarge share holding is about 12% in paper loss based on last close. Company is announcing its earnings on 29th April after market close and announced improved earnings beat but reduced revenue So the outcome is mixed. Overall the company is still losing money and Will see how the market reacts when it reopens after digesting this news.
$NVDA 20250516 120.0 CALL$ NVDA: collect 0.85% premium for this covered call with strike at $120. Contract expires in 3 weeks on 16th May. NVDA had already went up 15% from its recent low but still in a bearish channel unless it reclaim its $115 and subsequently $123 resistance. Anticipating selling pressure on semi counters as long as tariffs uncertainties lingers So do not expect NVDA to claim new high in mid term although short term wise the market is on the rise on optimism of an deescalating tariff war despite nothing solid had come out from the White House.
$Vanguard S&P 500 ETF(VOO)$ I opened $Vanguard S&P 500 ETF(VOO)$ ,Take a look at the latest order I posted! Bought in additional shares of VOO via the DCA method. This is setup to make a fixed $ amount purchase every Wednesday. So far I'm about 7% in the red based on the recent fall in the ETF. Will continue to dollar cost average over long term as part of my accumulation using the profits proceeds from my options trades.
$Chevron(CVX)$ Chevron's (CVX) Q1 earnings are expected to be "largely flat" sequentially as the Tengizchevroil oil production ramp in Kazakhstan offsets the effect of divestments, RBC Capital Markets said in an earnings preview Tuesday.
Why Investors Should Be Cautious About Overreacting to Q1 2025 Economic Data
Understanding the Q1 Economic Snapshot Q1 2025 economic data, released on 30 April, 2025, paints a concerning picture: U.S. GDP contracted by -0.3% (against expectations of 0.2% growth), inflation metrics like Core PCE hit 3.50% (above the 3.10% forecast), and ADP employment growth for April was a weak 62K (versus 114K expected). At first glance, this suggests a slowing economy with rising inflation—a stagflationary scenario that might prompt investors to panic. However, a deeper look reveals why overreacting to these numbers could be a mistake. Q1 Was Shaped by Tariff Uncertainty, Not Reality The Q1 data (January-March 2025) reflects a period of significant uncertainty. By 31 March, businesses had no concrete details on tariffs, only speculation based on late 2024 campaign promises of bro
Snacks, Stability, and the Sweet Spot for Dividends
Mondelez isn’t just feeding global snack cravings—it’s quietly feeding shareholder confidence too. The Oreo-maker has long promised stability with a side of yield, but with inflation pinching margins and consumer tastes evolving faster than ever, the question stands: is Mondelez still a dependable dividend play? Snacks evolve. Profits stay deliciously dependable As I see it, the answer lies not just in its earnings sheet but in its agility—how it adapts to shifting preferences, allocates capital, and navigates the unpredictable terrain of emerging markets. And on those fronts, $Mondelez(MDLZ)$ appears more nimble than many give it credit for. Cravings, Costs, and Commanding Prices Inflation tends to put packaged food giants in the hot seat. Raw ma
🌟🌟🌟UOB $UOB(U11.SI)$ has just celebrated its 90th year anniversary and is Singapore's 3rd largest bank after DBS and OCBC. Its share price has recently dropped to SGD 34.64 as Analysts downgraded UOB from Buy to Hold. This is due to concerns of weaker loan growth and higher credit costs as the US tariffs threaten a global trade war. In order to determine whether UOB is a Buy, let's check out its FY2024 earnings report issued on February 19 2025. In FY2024, UOB's net profit grew 6% from the previous year to a record SGD 6.0 billion. This is due to a strong net fee income, trading and investment income. Net interest income remained steady at SGD 9.7 billion as a healthy loan growth of 5%
April 2025 Update: Why Dividends Matter More Than Ever
Despite a 2.8% paper loss (-$12,000 SGD) in April 2025, I received $13,000 SGD in dividends, with $4,000 already deposited. This puts me on track for an estimated $20,000 SGD in passive income for 2025. This underscores the importance of dividends, particularly in times of economic uncertainty. Dividends offer a tangible return on investment—cash directly deposited into your account. Unlike capital gains, which can fluctuate, dividends are secure once paid. Investing in dividend-paying stocks mitigates stress from daily market volatility, allowing investors to focus on consistent income streams. This stability is particularly valuable when navigating external economic headwinds such as tariff wars. Furthermore, dividends from Singapore and Hong Kong-listed companies are tax-exe
Walt Disney (DIS) Earnings To Watch On Cost-Cutting Leading To Profitability
$Walt Disney(DIS)$ is scheduled to release its fiscal Q2 2025 financial results (for the quarter ending March 2025) on Wednesday, 07 May 2025, before the market opens. A live audio webcast to discuss the results will follow at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) / 5:30 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) on May 7th. Revenue: Revenue expectations are for growth compared to the prior year. Consensus estimates are around $23.14 billion to $23.17 billion, which would represent a year-over-year increase of about 4.8% to 4.9%. Earnings Per Share (EPS): Wall Street analysts generally expect adjusted EPS to be slightly lower than the same quarter last year. Consensus estimates range from approximately $1.18 to $1.20 per share. This compares to $1.21 per share reported in fisca
$Microsoft(MSFT)$ Microsoft will release its earnings after the close on Wednesday, but the outlook isn’t very optimistic. Azure’s business is facing macroeconomic uncertainty, leading to decreased demand. Microsoft’s FY25/FY26 total revenue estimates have been revised down to $27.52 billion and $30.648 billion, respectively.However, institutions seem optimistic about Microsoft’s trend. On April 24, options activity showed 16,600 contracts of $MSFT 20250815 430.0 CALL$ were bought, with a transaction value of over $10 million.On April 29, a significant bullish call spread strategy was executed on the exchange:Buy $MSF
Berkshire 2025: Is Value Investing the Golden Rule for Retail Investors?
On May 3, the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting will take place in Omaha, Nebraska — and this year’s gathering is capturing global attention for good reason. This year marks the 60th anniversary of Warren Buffett’s acquisition of Berkshire Hathaway, a milestone that highlights not just his longevity, but his enduring relevance in investing. At 94 years old, Buffett has confirmed he will attend in person. While his successor, Greg Abel, will take on a more prominent role, Buffett’s full participation is highly anticipated. Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) For investors worldwide, this is more than an annual meeting. It’s a rare opportunity to hear from someone whose principles have shaped the financial decisions of generations. Personally, I’m excited to hear his thoughts on tod
Two ‘more’ pertinent economic reports were out yesterday, Tue 29 Apr 2025 : US consumer confidence index by The Conference Board. Jobs opening and labour turnover surveys (JOLTs) by US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Needless to say, both were disappointing, to put it mildly. Consumer Confidence Index - April 2025. Consumer confidence for April 2025, sank -7.9 points to 86, its lowest level since May 2020. (see above) It’s a larger decline than economists’ projection of 87.7. Another report, US’s Expectations Index, that captures people’s outlook on the economy, plummeted -12.5 points this month to 54.4, also the lowest level since October 2011. It is well below the threshold of 80 that usually signals a recession ahead. (see below) In the release, the Conference Board said consumers exp
I have been closely following the recent developments in the semiconductor industry, particularly the news surrounding Super Micro Computer Inc. $SUPER MICRO COMPUTER INC(SMCI)$ and its implications for other players like Qualcomm. SMCI released preliminary results on Tuesday that fell well below what analysts had estimated, causing a sharp decline in its stock price by 15%. This significant drop has raised concerns across the sector, as it suggests broader challenges that might be affecting semiconductor companies during this earnings season. Additionally, NXP Semiconductors saw its shares decline due to worries about tariffs, and the announcement of their CEO, Kurt Sievers, stepping down only added to t
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GE 2025: Battle Heats Up! Have You Decided Which Party You'll Vote For?
The campaigning period for Singapore’s general election has entered its final stretch, with only today and tomorrow remaining. Seven election rallies are set to take place on April 30, just three days before about 2.75 million Singaporean voters head to the polls on May 3.The intensity of the race now rivals that of last year’s US election, with Punggol emerging as the focal point of this electoral showdown.On Nomination Day, April 23, Gan Kim Yong, who had long been rooted in the northwest, was fielded in Punggol in the northeast.Meanwhile, the Workers’ Party, with its stronghold in the northeast, also fielded a formidable team led by Harpreet Singh, a prominent Indian senior lawyer and one of the Workers’ Party’s rising stars this election.Both parties have strong reasons not to lose Pun