Big-Tech’s PerformanceWeekly macro storyline: Bessent Reasons Rate-CutsTariff Shock Moves Forward — U.S. consumer sectors are generally facing a downturn in sales, rising costs, and squeezed profits. This includes companies like McDonald’s, Yum! Brands (KFC/Pizza Hut), Starbucks, Domino’s, and Hershey’s. Many of these companies cater to lower- to middle-income groups, and consumption downgrades are leading these consumers to cut back on non-essential spending. Economic uncertainty is spreading.April ADP employment numbers released on Wednesday showed an increase of only 62,000 jobs, far below expectations and the lowest in nine months. The decline was primarily in education and health services, possibly due to the aftermath of the DOGE healthcare rule, while the impact of tariffs might not

Pfizer (PFE) is gearing up to release its earnings on April 29th, just before the market opens. As one of the most influential players in the global healthcare landscape, the company’s performance is always under scrutiny, and personally, I’m excited to see what numbers they bring to the table. But this is just my personal opinion, and I’m feeling optimistic about Pfizer's future. Looking at the stock’s 52-week range, which has fluctuated between $20.92 and $31.54, Pfizer’s current price of around $23 is well off its high. While this might seem like a setback, it could actually present a golden opportunity for investors seeking value. The company has been through some ups and downs, but it remains a formidable force in the pharmaceutical world—especially after its ground-breaking collabora

On May 1, $Apple(AAPL)$ released its financial results for the second fiscal quarter ended March 2025. The company’s overall performance slightly exceeded market expectations, with core business lines remaining resilient. However, as prior investor concerns were validated, Apple’s share price fell by over 4% in after-hours trading.Both revenue and earnings surpassed consensus forecasts this quarter. The Services segment once again set a new record and significantly contributed to margin expansion. Performance in the Greater China region slightly outpaced earlier conservative expectations.Nonetheless, Apple faces multiple challenges, including a potential $900 million increase in tariff-related costs in Q3, persistent demand pressures in China, and

Apple Inc. ( $Apple(AAPL)$ AAPL) is scheduled to report its fiscal second-quarter earnings on Thursday, May 1, 2025, after the market closes. Analysts anticipate earnings per share (EPS) of approximately $1.60 for the quarter ending March 2025, reflecting a modest increase from the $1.53 reported in the same quarter last year. Technical Analysis of $Apple(AAPL)$ As of the latest close, AAPL is trading at $209.28. The stock remains below a key moving average resistance level, indicating that upward momentum may be limited in the near term.​ Resistance: The area between $210 and $217 serves as a resistance zone, corresponding to a previous price gap. This gap may act as a barrier to upward movement unless s