As 2024 comes to a close, seasonality is a theme that occurs every year entering the holiday season. A look back at some of the familiar headline trends for 2024 includes the AI data center boom, shortage of GLP-1 drugs, fresh demand for nuclear power, restarting the interest rate cut cycle, off-p.... |
Good MorningThe equity market started the week on a bad footing, with the S&P 500 falling more than 1% at the session's low. The move was driven by increased fears of an escalating Middle Eastern conflict, which was also seen in a sharp rise in the VIX and the oil price.
The price of WTI surged nearly 4% on Monday, extending the rally that began two weeks ago. Now, WTI is back above critical resistance targets at $75, including short—and medium-term moving averages, and may continue to accelerate without additional catalysts. In that scenario, the high oil price will cut into corporate profits, sustain consumer-level inflation at a higher-than-wanted pace, and significantly alter the outlook for interest rate cuts.
The outlook for interest rate cuts is already changing because of the strong NFP report on Friday. The NFP shows labor market strength, alleviating the fear of a recession it caused earlier this year. While interest rates will likely continue to fall this year and next, the floor for rates may be higher than the market is currently pricing. As it is, the market expects another 150 basis points of cuts by the end of 2025. Featured: These Small Caps Just Hit Critical Inflection Levels. Get Market Crux Newsletter Today (Ad) 
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As 2024 comes to a close, seasonality is a theme that occurs every year entering the holiday season. A look back at some of the familiar headline trends for 2024 includes the AI data center boom, shortage of GLP-1 drugs, fresh demand for nuclear power, restarting the interest rate cut cycle, off-p... Read the Full Story |
| From Our Partners | | SpaceX's IPO raised approximately $85.7 billion in gross proceeds. Days later, the company revealed its combined chip demand with Tesla could exceed one terawatt of compute, far beyond current global supply.
One small public company has built a dinner-plate-sized AI chip designed to sidestep traditional GPU architecture, potentially positioning it as a target for Musk's expanding compute needs.
A January 1, 2027 defense-sourcing restriction on strategic materials adds urgency to the timeline. | | See the tiny AI stock inside Elon Musk's supply gap |
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Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a significant player in the high-performance computing industry, recently made a strategic move to broaden its investor base. The company implemented a 10-for-1 stock forward stock split, effective from October 1, 2024. This move, which reduced the share ... Read the Full Story |
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Ciena Co. (NYSE: CIEN) can be considered a legacy company in the computer and technology sector when it comes to the Internet. It was one of the original manufacturers of optical fiber, which provided networking switches and connectivity solutions since 1992. The company has managed to stay rele... Read the Full Story |
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Affirm Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: AFRM) is a fintech offering buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) options for consumers to finance their purchases, enabling merchants to generate additional sales that otherwise may not have been made. The transactions are a win-win for consumers and the merchants, while Affirm... Read the Full Story |
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RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM) is a global manufacturer of specialty chemicals, coating, sealants, and building materials used for industrial and construction applications. The name may not sound familiar since it’s the parent company of a portfolio of more than 85 brands for professio... Read the Full Story |
| From Our Partners | | The dollar has been steadily losing value, and rising debt plus continued Fed printing could push it lower still.
Alex Reid, a former algo developer who once built trading systems for high-net-worth clients, says the best defense is increasing income rather than waiting for policy fixes.
He is now showing everyday traders how an AI-driven approach helps them spot potential trade opportunities every day. | | See how this AI approach can help you find daily trade opportunities |
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The world’s largest retailer, company, and employer, Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT), continues to defy gravity as its stock keeps floating higher, rising 54% year-to-date (YTD). Even after the 3 for 1 stock split on Feb. 26, 2024, shares climbed an additional 52%. The company demonstrates the po... Read the Full Story |
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Datadog Inc. (NASDAQ: DDOG) provides a cloud-based security information and events management (SIEM) observability platform, enabling developers, engineers, and IT departments to monitor the performance of their data and operations infrastructure. Its AI-powered platform provides a comprehensive... Read the Full Story |
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Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) hit its peak during the COVID-19 pandemic when its vaccines developed with BioNTech SE (NASDAQ: BNTX) sent shares surging up to $61.71 in December 2021, driven by its COVID-19 vaccine sales. Since then, it's been downhill for the medical sector giant as COVID revenues dri... Read the Full Story |
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The China stimulus measures have caused Chinese stocks to rocket higher in anticipation of a recovery to come. It’s indiscriminately caused any Chinese stock in the computer and technology sector and retail/wholesale sector to get a boost coupled with existing short interest have resulted in... Read the Full Story |
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While some investors relish the thrill of high-growth ventures with the potential for significant returns, others prioritize capital preservation and seek out investments that offer security and stability. This approach, known as risk aversion, is a core concept for investors seeking to minimize p... Read the Full Story |
| Tuesday's Early Bird Stock Of The Day Walmart Inc. engages in the operation of retail, wholesale, other units, and eCommerce worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club. It operates supercenters, supermarkets, hypermarkets, warehouse clubs, cash and carry stores, and discount stores under Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market brands; membership-only warehouse clubs; ecommerce websites, such as walmart.com.mx, walmart.ca, flipkart.com, PhonePe and other sites; and mobile commerce applications. The company offers grocery and consumables, including dairy, meat, bakery, deli, produce, dry, chilled or frozen packaged foods, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, floral, snack foods, candy, other grocery items, health and beauty aids, paper goods, laundry and home care, baby care, pet supplies, and other consumable items; fuel, tobacco and other categories. It is also involved in the provision of health and wellness products covering pharmacy, optical and hearing services, and over-the-counter drugs and other medical products; and home and apparel including home improvement, outdoor living, gardening, furniture, apparel, jewelry, tools and power equipment, housewares, toys, seasonal items, mattresses and tire and battery centers. In addition, the company offers consumer electronics and accessories, software, video games, office supplies, appliances, and third-party gift cards. Further, it operates digital payment platforms; and offers financial services and related products, including money transfers, bill payments, money orders, check cashing, prepaid access, co-branded credit cards, installment lending, and earned wage access. Additionally, the company markets lines of merchandise under private brands, including Allswell, Athletic Works, Equate, and Free Assembly. The company was formerly known as Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and changed its name to Walmart Inc. in February 2018. Walmart Inc. was founded in 1945 and is based in Bentonville, Arkansas. | | View Today's Stock Pick |
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