Stocks alternated between gains and losses this week, as strong earnings from big banks were offset by some credit concerns among select regional banks. Tariffs and trade concerns with China also contributed to investor anxiety.
With all major indexes near all-time highs, it doesn’t take much to give investors a reason to take profits. However, the trend remains bullish and is likely to be confirmed by strong corporate earnings.
On October 24, investors will get the latest reading on inflation when the deferred CPI for September is released. This will happen just a few days before the next Fed meeting, and is expected to strengthen the case for additional interest rate cuts, which the market has in mind.
Articles by Thomas Hughes
There are times when a stock’s price movement is an example of two things being true at the same time. This is what Thomas Hughes observed about the recent boom in digital applications NASDAQ:APLD. The company is a major player in the artificial intelligence (AI) data center market. However, the short squeeze has left the stock overextended.
Datavolt Artificial Intelligence Company Nasdaq: DVLT is another AI infrastructure player attracting the attention of short sellers. Hughes explained why DVLT stock is on their radar and how the recent cash infusion makes Datavault AI a speculative stock that risk-tolerant investors should consider.
For many tech stocks, this earnings season will be all about “AI monetization.” Investors have heard about billions of dollars being spent on AI infrastructure, and now they want to get rewarded. Hughes wrote that Salesforce Inc. New York Stock Exchange: Customer Relationship Management It gave investors a preview of those returns at a Dreamforce event, where it showcased how its investment in agentic AI is paying off.
Articles by Sam Quirk
Sam Quirke wrote this week about the recent price action at Amazon.com Inc. Nasdaq: AMZNa week before the earnings announcement. The bulls are in control, but the stock may need to confirm this sentiment with a strong report before crossing the resistance level.
Like many chip stocks, Qualcomm Corp. Nasdaq: Qcom The stock fell sharply on October 10. Quirke explained why this downward move highlights concerns about the stock and puts pressure on the company’s upcoming earnings report.
Articles by Chris Markush
Microsoft Corporation Nasdaq: MSFT The price has been falling since reaching an all-time high in August. Chris Markuch explained this week why the company’s recent launch of Microsoft 365 Premium will usher in a new phase of AI monetization and could mean its current target prices are too low.
It’s another week, another Palantir Technologies Inc. deal. NASDAQ:PLTR. Markuch highlighted the company’s recent win in healthcare and how PLTR stock is poised for another post-earnings rally.
Gold has had a strong performance this year, but Markusch pointed out why investors should not forget about copper, which is often a predictor of economic health. Copper is expected to make strong progress in 2026, and Markusch pointed investors to three copper stocks that are ready to shine.
Articles written by Rayan Hassoun
Rocket Lab USA NASDAQ:RKLB It was one of the best growth stocks of 2025, even though the company has yet to turn a profit. Hasson explained this week why recent institutional interest in Rocket Lab could be the validation that sends RKLB stock higher.
Investors have heard a lot about rare earth elements (REEs). Hasson explained why rare earth elements are essential to 21st century technology, and highlighted three rare earth stocks that are poised for growth as part of the US Critical Minerals Strategy.
Tariffs and trade uncertainty have returned to the market, presenting Hasson with a good opportunity to provide investors with a list of five stocks and ETFs that are designed to shine in times of market volatility.
Articles by Gabriel Osorio Mazzilli
Intuitive Surgical Company Nasdaq: ISRG The market has underperformed in 2025. However, Gabriel Osorio-Mazzilli explained the recent news caught the attention of analysts and investors that could push the stock higher after next week’s earnings report.
Osorio-Mazzilli also wrote about the recent volatility at Fair Isaac Corp. New York Stock Exchange: FICO Share price. Investors bought the news, then sold the news — but Osorio-Mazzilli explained why they did it right the first time and why a decline can provide a second chance for those who missed the first rise.
Investors heard this week from the banking sector, including investment banks such as Goldman Sachs Group. New York Stock Exchange: A. Osorio-Mazilli breaks down the company’s strong earnings report and why investors might want to buy depressed GS stock.
Articles by Leo Miller
The spot price of gold rose to record levels this week, continuing its historically strong year. Leo Miller highlighted the bullish call from Bank of America and gave interested investors three gold ETFs that can provide exposure to this high-performing asset.
Aplofin company Nasdaq: Application Shareholders can appreciate the feeling that no news is good news because any significant news about APP stock in the past year sent the stock down. Miller put the latest news into context, explaining how investors might want to approach APP stock.
Earnings season is also the beginning of buyback announcement season. This week, Miller analyzed three companies that just made notable buyback announcements, fueling bullish sentiment in the respective stocks.
Articles by Nathan Reeve
Investing in quantum computing in 2025 requires investors to weigh what is possible and when, or whether, this possibility will take shape. Nathan Reeve explained why D-Wave Quantum Inc. is so successful. Nasdaq: QBTS Technology has pushed the stock higher and why short sellers might start making their case.
Klarna Group New York Stock Exchange: Ready It was one of the most anticipated IPOs of the year. With the stock price down more than 20% from its IPO price, Reiff explained the bullish case for KLAR stock and why caution may be needed.
As volatility returns to the market, Reeve highlighted three stocks that received bullish upgrades that could be a deciding factor for bargain-hunting investors.
Articles by Dan Schmidt
There are many reasons why investors are flocking to cryptocurrencies. One such challenge is the emergence of Bitcoin ETFs that eliminate custody issues that can drive some investors away. This week, Dan Schmidt pointed investors to three Bitcoin-focused ETFs that provide exposure when this asset class becomes mainstream.
Small cap stocks have lagged the market, but there are still opportunities to be found. This week, Schmidt advised investors on taking on three small-cap stocks that recently hit 52-week highs.
Articles by Jeffrey Neil Johnson
MP Materials Company New York Stock Exchange: Rep It is one of the rare earth stocks that has risen to record highs in 2025. Jeffrey Neil Johnson explained the perfect storm that allowed the company to prepare for this moment and two reasons why investors should consider buying MP shares even as it approaches all-time highs.
Investors may have never heard of conversational shopping, but they’re about to. Johnson wrote about the partnership between Walmart Inc. New York Stock Exchange: MT And OpenAI and why that could drive the next wave of growth for WMT stock.
Johnson also wrote about the catalyst that caused the Archer Aviation Inc. injury. New York Stock Exchange: ACR Stocks are up this week. Analysts are responding in a way that could mean reclaiming its 52-week high is just the beginning for ACHR stock.
Articles by Jordan Schuessler
Reddit New York Stock Exchange: RDT It has been a surprising outperformer since its debut in 2024. One driver of this growth has been that ChatGPT uses Reddit to shape generative AI responses. Jordan Schuessler explained why the relationship between Reddit and ChatGPT ended, and why RDDT stock can still be bought.
Amazon reports earnings later this month, and Schuessler explained why investors should care about the numbers from its Amazon grocery business, which is beginning to disrupt the industry.
AST Space Mobile Nasdaq: ASTs The stock has been moving higher since it announced the deal with Verizon. Schuessler explained why this deal is causing institutional dollars to rise, and why analysts believe patience may be necessary.
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