Good MorningEquity markets continued to sell off last week despite some better-than-expected earnings reports. The move was driven by hot economic data that points to persistent GDP growth, consumer demand, and inflation. With the FOMC meeting slated for the week, the risk is that hawkish Fed rhetoric will intensify and may telegraph the next policy move as an increase in rates. In this scenario, the S&P 500 could shed another 10% or more before hitting its bottom.
The S&P 500 shed more than 2.5% for the week, bringing the index below the critical 4,150 level. If the market doesn't snap back this week, the odds are high that the selling will continue. The question now is what could turn this market around, and it looks like it will take a great deal. The market may not be able to regain its footing until later in 2024 once the economic headwinds subside and inflation is finally tamed, or not. Featured: I called this move before it doubled (that’s just the warmup) (Ad) 
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Consumer Discretionary | |
The two largest iconic publicly traded toy companies released their Q3 2023 earnings reports. While the reports were starkly different, the reactions were similar in that they both saw their shares sell off. Two particular pieces of entertainment were lynchpins for each company in 2023. Ironically... Read the Full Story |
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From Our Partners | | After correctly predicting the 2008 and 2020 stock market meltdowns, I believe this AI company is about to trigger the next crash. The research firm Bernstein Research said this AI company has the power to crash the global economy for a decade, the CEO just issued a CODE RED in an internal memo warning employees they're dealing with a critical situation, and another company executive even implied they might need a government bailout. The last time I saw something like this was in 2008 when I predicted a stock market meltdown just three weeks before Lehman went under. | | See the five simple steps to prepare before it's too late |
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Technology | |
Cybersecurity stocks have been strong performers this earnings season. Many leaders are higher priced stocks in the $100 to over $300 range. Companies like Palo Alto Networks Inc. (NASDAQ: PANW) at $238, ServiceNow Inc. (NYSE: NOW) at $554, CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: CRWD) at $172, and Zsc... Read the Full Story |
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The clean energy segment is getting smoked this year as solar companies are warning of the collapse in installation demand. Companies like SolarEdge Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: SEDG) and microinverter manufacturer Enphase Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH) recently slashed guidance, resulting in an additio... Read the Full Story |
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From Our Partners | | With OpenAI and Anthropic moving closer to the IPO spotlight, AI excitement could spill into several public-market sectors this summer - and most investors may chase the obvious names too late.
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The post-pandemic pent-up demand generated travel boom may be starting to normalize based on recent data from the airlines. Airlines have cut forecasts but insist demand is still there. When it comes to the travel and leisure sector, dining and hospitality also see elevated activity levels. So, it... Read the Full Story |
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Finance | |
The United States economy has achieved something most bears never expected: gross domestic product (GDP) expanded by 4.9% during the past quarter, whereas economists only expected a 4.7% jump. Even in real growth terms, considering inflation, things have improved past any point of concern.
Some a... Read the Full Story |
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From Our Partners | | The U.S. Army and Department of Energy are launching Project Janus - a high-priority initiative ordered by President Trump to deploy a revolutionary new fuel. The first powerplant running this fuel is expected to go live before December 18, 2026.
One obscure defense contractor already has a five-year head start on every competitor. The name, ticker symbol, and full story are being revealed at no cost. | | Click here to get the stock name, ticker, and full Project Janus details free |
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Consumer Discretionary | |
If the economy is headed for a slowdown or recession, as many analysts expect, you might instantly think about doubling down on casino stocks. Boyd Gaming Corp. (NYSE: BYD), Caesars Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR), Penn Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ: PENN) and Wynn Resorts Ltd. (NASDAQ: WYNN) have s... Read the Full Story |
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Sluggish growth in the AWS segment or not, Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) is performing well in all segments, and its stock is poised to complete a total reversal.
Amazon led the charge into the cloud more than two decades ago and had little serious competition until now. Now, Microsoft Inc. (NA... Read the Full Story |
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Ford Motor Co. (NYSE: F) shares traded lower on October 27 after the automaker released third-quarter results, with the headline news being a more measured approach to electric vehicle production.
In the earnings conference call, Ford CEO Jim Farley said, “A great product is not enough in ... Read the Full Story |
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Medical | |
Shares of AbbVie Inc. (NYSE: ABBV) have been under pressure for nearly two years because of mounting fears about the patent cliff. The patent cliff impacted the company’s results but has done nothing to change its financial health, position, long-term outlook or ability to deliver value for ... Read the Full Story |
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Autonomous driving specialist and Intel Corp. (NASDAQ: INTC) spinoff Mobileye Global Inc. (NASDAQ: MBLY) gapped up at the open on October 26 after beating third-quarter profit and revenue estimates.
MarketBeat’s Mobileye Global earnings data show the company earning 22 cents a share on reve... Read the Full Story |
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Monday's Early Bird Stock Of The Day Chevron Corporation, through its subsidiaries, engages in the integrated energy and chemicals operations in the United States and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Upstream and Downstream. The Upstream segment is involved in the exploration, development, production, and transportation of crude oil and natural gas; processing, liquefaction, transportation, and regasification of liquefied natural gas; transportation of crude oil through pipelines; transportation, storage, and marketing of natural gas; and carbon capture and storage, as well as a gas-to-liquids plant. The Downstream segment refines crude oil into petroleum products; markets crude oil, refined products, and lubricants; manufactures and markets renewable fuels, commodity petrochemicals, plastics for industrial uses, and fuel and lubricant additives; and transports crude oil and refined products by pipeline, marine vessel, motor equipment, and rail car. The company was formerly known as ChevronTexaco Corporation and changed its name to Chevron Corporation in 2005. Chevron Corporation was founded in 1879 and is headquartered in San Ramon, California. | | View Today's Stock Pick |
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