As global stock markets repeatedly reach new highs, investors are actively seeking the next phase of investment opportunities. $Goldman Sachs(GS)$ , a top Wall Street investment bank, recently released a research report pointing out that against the backdrop of anticipated market corrections, sectors with sustainable dividend growth potential may become safe havens for funds, and specifically favors the dividend growth potential of the healthcare, utilities, and industrial sectors in 2026.Goldman Sachs forecasts positive outlook for U.S. stocks through 2026Goldman Sachs Predicts 6% Dividend Growth in 2026Goldman Sachs has lifted its 12-month $S&P 500(.SPX)$ target to 6,900, up from 6,500 — its second up

Market Overview Global equity markets closed mostly lower as investors turned cautious, driven by profit-taking in AI-related stocks, uncertainty around interest-rate decisions, and shifting macro signals. While US markets led the decline, selective strength emerged in parts of Europe and Asia amid policy anticipation and commodity-driven optimism. US Markets: AI-Led Pullback US stocks retreated sharply as investors rotated out of major artificial intelligence names following concerns over data center investments. The Dow Jones$DJIA(.DJI)$   fell 0.5%, while the S&P 500 $S&P 500(.SPX)$  declined 1.2%. The Nasdaq

Charts in FocusTech / Mag 7 Rotation Out, Small Caps Rotation In$Direxion NASDAQ-100 Equal Weighted Index Shares(QQQE)$ clearly benefited from the pullback in the NASDAQ 100.Trading Themes for the Week from Direxion 1. $Direxion Daily MU Bull 2X Shares(MUU)$Assets under management are once again approaching USD 400 million.MU shares have risen after HSBC initiated coverage with a Buy rating, calling it a “key beneficiary of an extended supercycle.”Post-earnings volatility expected around ±8.3% following Wednesday’s report.2. $Direxion Daily AVGO Bull 2X Shares(AVL)$ / $Direxion Daily AVGO Bear 1X Shares(AVS)$Broadcom’s post

S-REITs Full Year Recap | How Rate Easing and Operational Strength Redefined S-REITs in 2025? Looking back at the end of 2025, this year stands out as a "bumper year" for Singapore Real Estate Investment Trusts (S-REITs). Fueled by robust operational fundamentals and a favorable shift in interest rates, the sector staged a powerful rally, marking its strongest annual performance since 2019. Data from the SGX as of mid-December reveals that the iEdge S-REIT Index surged 9.3% in price, delivering a staggering 14.7% total return when dividends are included. This performance stands in sharp contrast to recent years, nearly approaching the benchmark set in 2019 when the index hit a 27.5% total return. The breadth of this year's gain is particularly noteworthy, with 29 out of 33 index constituen

Can CoreWeave, Nebius, and IREN Win If Oracle Slows Its AI Buildout? On Dec. 17, the Financial Times reported that Blue Owl's talks with lenders and Oracle to fund a planned 1GW Michigan data center for OpenAI have stalled, derailing a deal that could have included up to $10B of financing plus a large equity investment. The financing disruption spotlights rising strain in Oracle's AI-infrastructure funding. Why neoclouds get punished first That headline lands on a market that has already turned suspicious of “AI infrastructure at any price.” In that context, neoclouds are getting hit for one simple reason: AI demand isn't the only variable anymore. The market is now pricing the cost and certainty of delivering that demand—construction timelines, financing terms, counterparty risk, and the

My stock in focus today is $Micron Technology(MU)$ , following its newly released earnings that significantly exceeded expectations and highlighted its strong positioning in the AI-driven semiconductor cycle. Management’s forward guidance stood out, with profit and revenue forecasts far above Street estimates. The key catalyst remains AI-related demand, especially from data centers. As one of only a few global suppliers of high-bandwidth memory (HBM), Micron is benefiting from tight supply, stronger pricing, and improving margins. AI demand is not only boosting volumes but also enhancing profitability across its broader product portfolio. On the strategy front, Micron’s shift toward AI-focused capacity and exit from lower-margin consumer channels

It’s been a while since I last covered oil stocks. It is time for a revisit. OPEC Meeting. On 30 Nov 2025, the OPEC+ members held their planned meeting. Consensus from the meeting is OPEC+ will be to pause planned increases in oil production for Q1 2026. The tactical move that follows a modest 137,000 bpd increase implemented in December 2025, is a defensive measure to (a) counteract potential seasonal demand weakness and (b) a projected global supply glut. Another key long-term takeaway was the formal approval of a new mechanism to assess member countries' maximum sustainable production capacity (MSC). Starting in early 2026, this technical assessment will serve as the baseline for setting output quotas for 2027 and beyond, aiming for a fairer and more transparent distribution of producti

Oh thanks! I didn't even see the notification. Side note: I saw a post gassing up the Trump payout to US citizens because of the tariffs collected. But how is that even a viable strategy. Inflicting extreme pain on your own people, then giving them peanuts to tell them you did a great job, all while people stuggle to survive with the cost of living issues... It's literally like your left hand slapping your own face, then the right hand caressing the swollen cheek, it really doesn't help. JUST STOP HITTING YOURSELF. All the twisted logic of "teething pain" for the greater good is just a bizarre lie...

📈 Market Context Today — Macro + Data on Deck U.S. futures are a bit higher as traders digest the latest macro flow: jobs data, inflation expectations, and ongoing Fed-speaker commentary are front and center. S&P futures are up modestly as breadth tries to stabilize.  💡 Global sentiment is mixed but constructive: Asian markets showed gains in tech and AI-linked names, while European markets climbed on financials and commodities.  Key themes for today: • Macro drivers (Fed talks, CPI expectations) • AI and tech sentiment still driving pre-market leadership • Profit-taking rotations in cyclicals and defensive sectors ⸻ 🔥 Stocks to Watch Today (Dec 17) 🎯 Micron Technology (MU) — Earnings Catalyst Tonight Micron reports earnings after the close. Wall Street attention is high because memo

$KB Home(KBH)$ upcoming fiscal Q4 2025 earnings release is expected on Thursday, December 18, 2025, after the market closes. KB Home (KBH) Q4 2025 Earnings Outlook The consensus among Wall Street analysts points to a year-over-year decline in both revenue and earnings, largely reflecting the challenging, high-interest-rate environment that has pressured the housing market. Key Consensus Estimates The anticipated decline is primarily attributed to lower home deliveries and a softer average selling price (ASP) for those deliveries, as high mortgage rates continue to affect buyer affordability. KB Home (KBH) Fiscal Q3 2025 Earnings Summary and Key Lessons KB Home (KBH) reported its fiscal Q3 2025 earnings on September 24, 2025, for the quarter ending

$Accenture PLC(ACN)$ upcoming fiscal Q1 2026 earnings, which are expected to be released on Thursday, December 18th, before the market open. Accenture Q1 2026 Earnings Preview & Analyst Expectations The general sentiment among analysts for Accenture's Q1 2026 results is one of steady growth, primarily driven by ongoing demand for digital transformation and increasing momentum in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Key Observations: AI-Driven Growth: The push into AI, especially Generative AI, is a significant expected driver. Analysts anticipate the momentum from Generative AI bookings to continue. Geographic and Service Strength: Revenues are expected to grow across all geographic segments (Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific), with strength anticipate

How I Achieved 17.87% This Year Using Covered Calls, Cash-Secured Puts, and Trading Ranges 📈💰$NVDA 20260109 180.0 CALL$  This year, I managed to achieve a 17.87% return by focusing on one core philosophy: letting the market pay me to wait. Instead of chasing breakouts or predicting tops and bottoms, I relied on selling options, managing risk, and trading within clear price ranges. My main tools were covered calls, cash-secured puts, and range trading on strong stocks like Nvidia (NVDA). This approach did not require perfect timing. It did not depend on predicting earnings surprises or macro headlines. Instead, it relied on probabilities, discipline, and consistency. Most importantly, it allowed me to generate income whet

$NVIDIA(NVDA)$ $Meta Platforms, Inc.(META)$ $IREN Ltd(IREN)$ 📈 Nvda stabilises as relative performance finally turns What matters here is not a single green session but the shift in behaviour. $NVDA had been the only $SMH component still down since the 20NOV S&P 500 low, making the underperformance increasingly structural. Today’s bounce off HVL interrupts that trend. From a structure and volatility standpoint, holding HVL while gamma stabilises reopens higher levels, provided broader risk does not fracture again. 🧩 SchedMD acquisition quietly reshapes Nvidia’s control layer The SchedMD acquisition is far more strategic than it looks at first glance. Slurm is

$Broadcom(AVGO)$  I think Broadcom could be a play considering their dip, but as usual I'll wait for it to start swinging back up before buying in, do your own due diligence though!

$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ Private market behemoths are stealing the spotlight, with valuations soaring into the stratosphere and IPO whispers turning into roars. As of December 17, 2025, these centicorns – startups worth over $100 billion – are prime candidates for listings that could redefine market landscapes. Leading the charge is SpaceX at a staggering $1,500 billion, dwarfing even the wildest tech dreams. OpenAI follows at $500 billion, ByteDance at $480 billion, Anthropic AI at $183 billion, Databricks at $134 billion, and Stripe at $106.7 billion. These numbers aren't just hype; they're based on recent funding rounds and proposed IPO valuations, signaling massive liquidity events ahead. 💥 SpaceX's rocket-fueled dominance makes it the ultimate IP

With volatility spiking, I’m eyeing Nvidia (NVDA) for a defined-risk play this week. The stock has pulled back toward its 20-day moving average, offering a technical support zone while institutional flows remain strong in semiconductors. My idea is a short-term bull call spread, buying the 560 strike and selling the 580 strike expiring this Friday, keeping risk capped while positioning for a rebound if momentum resumes. The risk/reward is favorable: limited downside exposure with potential to capture a quick move higher as traders rotate back into growth names amid market swings.

With AI bubble fears resurfacing, best to continue trade cautiously in quality stocks that can pay dividends.

Imagine a cheat code that's fueled Wall Street's wild ride for two decades – borrowing cheap yen at rock-bottom rates to chase high-yield US Treasuries, pocketing easy spreads with zero sweat. 💰 But that era's ending in flames as Japan's rate hikes flip the script, forcing a massive unwind that's already sending shockwaves through stocks, crypto, and real estate. As of December 16, 2025, the yen's reversing hard against the dollar, narrowing the US-Japan yield gap and making the trade a losing bet. Exporters like Toyota are cheering the stronger yen, but global liquidity's draining fast, leaving Nasdaq momentum plays and overleveraged assets in the dust. This isn't just a blip – it's a structural shift that's quietly eroding the foundation of the bull market, with trillions at stake. 🌍🔥 Th

@KevinChenNYC Kevin Chen holds a PhD from the University of Lausanne, Switzerland, and launched his Wall Street career at Morgan Stanley, where he absorbed the analytical rigor of macroeconomic legends Byron Wien and Steven Roach. He maintains strong academic ties as a graduate-level instructor at New York University and marks 2026 as his tenth annual installment of top-10 global economic predictions. His 2025 forecast track record stands at 85% accuracy.2025 Forecast Track Record: 8 of 10 predictions correct (85% hit rate).Chen‘s standout call was forecasting a Q2 US stock correction—markets entered a bear market in April-May, with the $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ plunging over 30%. Other accurate foreca