Can we invest in TSMC - Preview of the week starting 14Apr25
Public Holidays The USA, Hong Kong & Singapore have no public holidays in the coming week. America, Hong Kong and Singapore celebrate Good Friday on 18 Apr 2025. I wish you all a great weekend as Christians celebrate the love, sacrifice, and victory of Jesus. Economic Calendar (14Apr25) Notable Highlights China's GDP (Q1) is expected at 5.2% YoY (vs. 5.4% prior). This can be a good indicator of both Chinese production and global consumption. The Core Retail Sales (Mar) are forecasted at 0.4% MoM (vs. 0.3%), and Retail Sales at 1.4% MoM (vs. 0.2%). The Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index (Apr) is forecasted at 3.1 (vs. 12.5). From investing dot com A level above zero on the index indicates improving conditions; below indicates worsening conditions. The data is compiled from a survey of
Can Citigroup (C) RoTCE Grow Amid Market Uncertainty?
$Citigroup(C)$ is expected to report its quarterly earnings for fiscal Q1 2025 on 15 April 2025 before the market open. The consensus estimate for revenues for the quarter is projected to reach $21.14 billion, which represent a modest 0.2% from the same quarter last year. The earnings per share consensus estimate is expected to come in at $1.85 per share which would be an increase of 16.5% from the same period last year. Citigroup (C) Last Positive Earnings Call Saw Decline Of 15.55% Citigroup saw its share price decline by 15.55% since its last positive earnings call on 15 Jan 2025. Citi reported strong financial results for 2024 with significant revenue and net income growth, supported by successful strategic initiatives. However, the adjustment of
Bank of America (BAC) 2025 NII Growth To Watch Amid Market Uncertainty
$Bank of America(BAC)$ is expected to release its quarterly earnings for fiscal Q1 2025 on 15 April 2025 before the market open. The revenues consensus estimate are expected to come in at $26.74 billion, which would represent an increase of 3.6% from same period one year ago. The consensus earnings per share forecast would be expected to come in at 82 cents, which would represent a change of 2.4% compared to same period last year. Bank of America (BAC) Last Positive Earnings Call Saw Share Price Decline By 23.18% We saw how BAC share price decline by 23.18% even though we are seeing a positive earnings call on 16 Jan 2025. The earnings call for Bank of America Q4 2024 was predominantly positive, highlighting strong revenue growth, record sales and
High Scores & Higher Stakes: Why Take-Two May Be the Underrated MVP of Gaming Stocks
In a market flooded with hype and pixelated promises, Take-Two Interactive might just be the grown-up in the gaming room. I’ve always had a soft spot for companies that quietly reinvent themselves while everyone’s busy chasing the next shiny object. And lately, I’ve been spending more time than I’d care to admit eyeing $Take-Two(TTWO)$ . Not just because it makes Grand Theft Auto—a franchise that practically prints money and inspires memes—but because there’s something shrewd and surprisingly undervalued about how this company is evolving. Let’s not kid ourselves: the video game industry is fickle. One hit wonder today, forgotten relic tomorrow. But Take-Two has managed to craft not just blockbusters, but ecosystems—virtual worlds with economic gr
$Celsius Holdings, Inc.(CELH)$ 🚨💥 CELH: Will This Energy Drink Powerhouse Ignite Before Earnings? 💥⚡🚀 I’m adding Celsius Holdings ($CELH) to my Monday watchlist, and there’s serious electricity in the air. Up a blistering 29.8% over the past month, CELH is defying the broader market’s malaise with resilience that demands attention. Here’s why I believe this energy drink contender is about to break out, not burn out! 🧬 Fundamentals: A Growth Story With a Female Edge Celsius is not your typical consumer staples stock, it’s a growth rocket in disguise. Trading at 37x 2025 earnings estimates, CELH offers no dividend, but what it does deliver is unmatched momentum. The recent $1.8 billion Alani Nu acquisition is a strategic slam dunk. Alani Nu res
Comparing Market Turbulence to Squid Game: A Metaphor of Uncertainty and Survival
Since 02 April 2025, I believe some of us had been navigating through this unpredictable market situation, while we need to control our fear. I think we might want to look at it from a more relaxed and fun angle, I have a brief chat with a friend over the weekend, can the current market turbulence be compared to the Squid Game? The current market turbulence mirrors the unpredictability and high-stakes tension of Netflix's Squid Game, where participants face sudden, life-threatening challenges. While financial markets do not involve literal life-or-death scenarios, the psychological stress, rapid shifts, and survival instincts resonate deeply. Here is how the analogy unfolds Unpredictable "Games" Squid Game: Each round introduces a new, unknown challenge (e.g., Red Light, Green Light) with
Quantum Leap or Quantum Sleep? Why IBM and Alphabet Are Thinking in Qubits, Not Quarters
Where qubits meet Wall Street—expect entangled returns As someone who’s spent more time trying to decipher quantum computing than I’ve spent actually using a calculator correctly, I’m fascinated by the looming digital transformation that could redefine everything from cryptography to drug discovery. At the centre of this quantum arms race sit two titans: $Alphabet(GOOGL)$ and $IBM(IBM)$. Both have declared their quantum intentions with flair, but their strategies—and implications for investors—couldn’t be more different. Are we on the verge of a quantum leap, or just nursing a very expensive science experiment? Qubits, Schmubits: What Really Matters The tech world’s fixation with qubit counts is a bit lik
Trump’s Tariffs Spark Safe-Haven Surge—But Is the Market Bottom In?
The U.S. tariff wave is shaking things up, pushing the Japanese yen to multi-month highs. Meanwhile, Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway just issued ¥90 billion in yen bonds on Nov. 11, hinting at a bold bet on Japan’s top five trading companies. Could this signal the market’s bottom and the start of an uptrend? Analysts love the setup: yen-denominated bonds sidestep currency risks, and with trading firms yielding ~3% against Buffett’s ~1.5% borrowing cost, there’s a juicy ~1.5% spread to pocket. Market Pulse: Stocks may be ready to rally! Buffett’s Fortune Grows Amid Billionaire Bust! Trump’s tariffs are hitting billionaire wallets hard, but Warren Buffett’s thriving—his wealth soared $11.5 billion in 2025, or ~NT$379.1 billion monthly, making him the only top-10 billionaire gaining groun
🌟🌟🌟SPYD $SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF(SPYD)$ is built to track the S&P500 High Dividend Index by selecting 80 highest yielding stocks from the S&P500 Index. What distinguishes SPYD is its approach of equally weighting these stocks. This setup results in an ETF with an attractive dividend yield at 4.79%. SPYD also has a low expense ratio of just 0.07%. The Top 10 holdings include CVS Health, Consolidated Edison Inc, Philip Morris International, AT&T Inc, Exelon Corp, JM Smucker Co, Verizon Communications, Altria Group, WEC Energy Group and Crown Castle Inc. All Top 10 holdings have a weightage of less than 2%. The total number of holdings is 77. The Real Estate sector takes up 23.5% of
Dividend Darlings & Glucose Gurus: Why ARCC and DexCom Deserve a Spot in Your Portfolio
One serves up high-yield comfort, the other injects tech-fuelled growth. Together, they’re the investment world’s odd couple—and that’s precisely the point. Let’s be honest: the debate between value and growth investing has dragged on longer than most royal scandals. But instead of picking a side, I find it far more interesting—and profitable—to embrace the balance. Consider this a tale of two tickers: one a dividend juggernaut quietly printing cash, the other a medical marvel redefining disease management with a flick of technological brilliance. Meet Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC) and DexCom Inc. (DXCM)—proof that opposites don’t just attract, they compound. Income meets innovation—two forces, one powerful portfolio strategy Ares Capital: Where Boring Becomes Beautiful There’s something
Why Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) Is Poised for a Bullish Run in 2025
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has been making waves in the semiconductor industry, and as of April 11, 2025, the stock looks primed for a significant upward trajectory. With a closing price of $93.40—up 5.30% on the day—and a post-market gain of 0.26%, AMD is showing strong momentum. Backed by robust financials, a promising AI strategy, and a favorable analyst outlook, there are compelling reasons to be bullish on AMD. Let’s dive into why this stock could be a standout performer in the coming months. Strong Financials Signal Growth Potential AMD’s financial performance paints a picture of a company on the rise. The latest data shows a year-over-year quarterly revenue growth of 24.20%, with total revenue reaching $25.78 billion over the trailing twelve months. This growth underscores AMD’s a
Defying a gloomy stock market, Chinese bubble tea chain Chagee launched its U.S. initial public offering (IPO) on April 11, 2025, aiming to raise $200 million. Known for its innovative flavors and rapid expansion across Asia, Chagee is betting on the resilience of the beverage sector and growing American demand for bubble tea. The IPO comes amid a 4.3% Nasdaq drop, highlighting the company’s confidence in its brand and niche market appeal. With plans to open 50 U.S. stores by 2026, Chagee targets a $1 billion valuation, outpacing competitors who raised $150-$180 million in recent IPOs. However, analysts caution that the timing—amid tariff fears and a tech sell-off—could dampen investor appetite. Insight: Chagee’s bold IPO reflects faith in consumer discretionary spending, particularly in t
1.One month on, Tech Stocks are still not cheap...Big question to ponder: is this reset in valuations a late-stage bull-market continuation reset? or a bursting of a tech echo-bubble... $NASDAQ 100(NDX)$$Invesco QQQ(QQQ)$ Image2.The Stockmarket goes through cycles of Boom and BustWe just had the boomNow comes the bust... $S&P 500(.SPX)$$SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$ Image3.What stage?(and p.s. this is not the only cycle in play...)ImageFor whom haven't open CBA can know more from below:🏦 Open a CBA today and enjoy privileges of up to SGD 20,000 in trading limit with 0 commission. Trade SG, HK, US stocks as well as
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$Invesco QQQ(QQQ)$ Death Cross Imminent: A death cross is a bearish chart pattern where the 50-day MA crosses below the 200 DMA. It's a signal of a potential long-term downtrend. The previous one was on March 2nd 2022; in the early stage of the bear market. There was a multi-week rally starting on March 15th, it made it to the 200 DMA, and then, another bear leg started.On May 1st 2020 the signal appeared, but in the middle of a V shaped bounce, it was reversed in few days. On December 4th 2018 it happened during the last stage of the selloff, reversing on March 2019 since that bear market also had a V shaped bounce.Similar short lived cases occurred in 2006, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015 and 2016.On February 4th 2008, the signal preceded a major bear mar
$SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$ piercing pattern set-up: One of the most powerful patterns in technical analysis. The bottom of SPY is most likely in at $480:✅ reversal pattern✅ confirmed by buyers and volume✅ next target is $550 then $600+ImageImageBullish reversal CHEATSHEET (this is all you need)4 things to know 🔑1. Higher timeframe you see these patterns the stronger it is2. Above ave volume confirms the move3. More powerful when you see these at support4. If it breaks the High of previous candle (it is strong)ImageFor whom haven't open CBA can know more from below:🏦 Open a CBA today and enjoy privileges of up to SGD 20,000 in trading limit with 0 commission. Trade SG, HK, US stocks as well as ETFs unlimitedly!Find out more here:Trade on a Ca
We’re in one of those rare windows where the market gives you a second chance. Not because the fundamentals have changed, but because the noise has drowned them out.What we’re seeing now -- with $SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$ down 15% from its highs, $Invesco QQQ(QQQ)$ working its way out of a bear market, and even the most resilient names selling off -- isn’t a reflection of these companies failing. It’s a market pricing headlines, not horizons. And that’s exactly what makes this moment so compelling. Zoom out, and it’s clear: the next industrial base is already being built. And it’s being led by a new class of incumbents -- what I consider the “Mag 7” of AI’s next era.These aren’t hype-cycle beneficiar
$Alphabet(GOOG)$ is on my radar -- not because the narrative is clean, but because it’s not. And that’s where mispricing lives. We’re in the middle of a structural reset, not just in the market, but in how computing itself is defined. And Google sits squarely at the center of the storm -- not just exposed to it, but positioned to shape it.The headlines are focused on the obvious: search is under threat. The ad machine that printed money for decades is now up against an existential question. Not a product cycle. A paradigm shift. In a world where users don’t search but delegate -- where agents retrieve, decide, transact -- the monetizable surface area for traditional ads starts to collapse. And that’s not just a business model tweak. That’s a compr
Hello everyone! Today i want to share some macro analysis with you!1.Have a good weekend! $S&P 500(.SPX)$$Gold - main 2506(GCmain)$$XAU/USD(XAUUSD.FOREX)$ Technical surface recommendations: In the medium to long term, if the U.S. inflation data continue to improve, the Fed postponed interest rate cuts, the dollar stabilised and rebounded, may constitute pressure on gold prices. In addition, the world's major central banks still hold a large number of gold reserves, if there is a large-scale profit-taking, may also trigger gold prices to the downside. In this case, gold prices may retrace to the $3,100-$3,000 support zone, or even test the channe