Investing Updates : What to Expect in the Week Ahead (Micron, Carnival, and Nike Earnings; PCE Inflation)

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Apple Intelligence : 

• Earnings Reporting: Carnival, FedEx, Micron Technology, and Nike will report quarterly earnings.

• Micron Technology Earnings: Micron Technology is expected to report EPS of $1.438 and revenue of $8.83 billion for the third fiscal quarter of 2025.

• Micron Technology Growth Drivers: Strong demand for Micron’s products, particularly in data centers and AI applications, and robust sales of HBM offerings.

• Micron’s Gross Margin Trend: Declining non-GAAP gross margin, potentially due to competitive pricing or product mix changes.

• Housing Market Outlook: Declining new-home sales volumes and downward pressure on prices due to rising mortgage rates and excess inventory.

• Inflation Projection: Modest increase in core PCE price index, with year-on-year inflation rates expected to rise due to base effects.

Investing Updates : What to Expect in the Week Ahead (Inflation Data, ORCL and ADBE Earnings)

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Apple Intelligence : 

• Earnings Reports: GameStop and Oracle will report their earnings.

• GameStop Earnings: Revenue is projected to decline, but the company is expected to return to profitability. Key discussion points include the company’s Bitcoin investment and store closure strategy.

• Oracle Earnings: Oracle’s cloud infrastructure segment has shown strong growth. Analysts expect revenue and earnings per share to increase, but the company has missed revenue estimates in three straight quarters. The company’s AI partnerships will be a key focus.

• Adobe Earnings Estimation: Analysts expect Adobe to report $5.80 billion in revenue and $3.86 in EPS for Q2 2025.

• Adobe Stock Performance: Despite consistent revenue growth, Adobe’s stock has declined after the last three earnings reports due to concerns about the pace of AI monetization.

• Macroeconomic Indicators: May’s jobs data showed a resilient labor market, but inflation remains a key focus, with expectations for a mild May CPI reading and potential upward pressure on producer prices.

Investing Updates : Tax Bill News; Target, Home Depot, and Snowflake Earnings; and Trade deals: What to Watch This Week

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Apple Intelligence : 

• Market Focus: Equity markets are anticipating the Republican tax bill as a potential catalyst for further gains.

• Earnings Reports: Home Depot, Lowe’s, Target, Deckers Outdoor, and Williams-Sonoma will report earnings.

• Economic Indicators: S&P Global Manufacturing and Services PMI, existing-home sales, and new home sales will be released.

• Earnings Reports: Home Depot, Keysight Technologies, Palo Alto Networks, Viking Holdings, Lowe’s, Medtronic, Snowflake, Target, TJX Cos., Urban Outfitters, V.F. Corp., Zoom Communications, Analog Devices, Autodesk, BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Copart, Deckers Outdoor, Intuit, Ralph Lauren, Ross Stores, Toronto-Dominion Bank, Williams-Sonoma, and Workday will release their quarterly results.

• Economic Indicators: S&P Global will release its Manufacturing and Services Purchasing Managers’ Indexes for May. The National Association of Realtors will report existing-home sales for April. The Census Bureau will report new home sales for April.

• Conference Call: Booz Allen will hold a conference call to discuss its fourth-quarter fiscal-2025 results.

Investing Updates : Morning Wrap | Meta, Apple, and Amazon Earnings This Week May Reveal Tariff Impact; ST Engineering Secures S$4.5B Contracts

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Apple Intelligence : 

• Singapore Market Opening: Singapore shares opened lower on Monday.

• Tech Earnings and Tariffs: Tech giants’ earnings this week may reveal the impact of tariffs.

• Singapore Property Market: Despite Q1 growth, the Singapore property market faces global headwinds.

• Market Performance: U.S. equities rose for the fourth consecutive day, with the Nasdaq Composite Index leading the gains.

• Driving Factors: Optimism surrounding U.S.-China trade talks and strong earnings from tech companies fueled the market rally.

• Investor Sentiment: President Trump’s statements on trade progress and potential tariff reductions by China contributed to the positive market sentiment.

• Tech Earnings Focus: Meta, Apple, Amazon, MicroStrategy, and Reddit to release earnings reports.

• Apple and Amazon in Spotlight: Potential tariff impacts on Apple’s supply chain and Amazon’s reliance on Asian suppliers.

• Singapore Property Market Outlook: Moderate growth projected for 2025 despite global economic uncertainties.

• Southeast Asia Investment Trend: Industrial properties, particularly data centers, saw a surge in investment in January 2025, driven by digital economy growth and supply chain shifts.

• Tesla Stock Performance: Tesla stock rose by 9.8% due to positive trade news and a U.S. government initiative promoting self-driving cars.

• ST Engineering Contract Wins: ST Engineering secured S$4.5 billion in new contracts across commercial aerospace, defense, and urban solutions sectors in the first quarter of 2025.

• Olam Food Ingredients Financing: Secured a US$350 million term loan facility for refinancing and general corporate purposes.

• CapLand Ascott T Performance: Reported a 4% year-on-year increase in gross profit for Q1 2025, driven by new and renovated properties.

• IFAST Financial Results: Achieved a 31.2% year-on-year increase in net profit to S$19 million in Q1 2025, driven by its UK bank turnaround and wealth management growth.

Investing Updates : Learning From Buffett: Investing Wisely Amid Market Volatility Triggered by Trump's Tariffs

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Apple Intelligence : 

• Market Impact of Trump’s Tariffs: Trump’s tariffs caused significant market volatility, with the S&P 500 down 18.71% and the Nasdaq 100 down 23% from their highs.

• Tech Billionaires’ Losses: Tech billionaires like Jeff Bezos, Larry Ellison, and Mark Zuckerberg suffered substantial losses, with the world’s 500 richest people experiencing their biggest two-day losses ever.

• Warren Buffett’s Performance: Warren Buffett is the only billionaire who remains net-positive in 2025.

• Warren Buffett’s Investment Strategy: Buffett sold a significant portion of equities and increased cash holdings, demonstrating a cautious approach.

• Performance in 2025: Despite the market downturn, Buffett’s investment strategy resulted in substantial gains, making him the fourth richest person in the world.

• Past Investment Decisions: Buffett’s purchase of Coca-Cola during the 1987 market crash highlights his long-term investment approach.

• Investment Strategy: Warren Buffett views market corrections as opportunities and seeks to invest in sectors with stable cash flows and competitive advantages during downturns.

• Notable Investments: Buffett invested in consumer goods and financial stocks during the Dot-Com bubble burst and Goldman Sachs and General Electric during the 2007-2009 financial crisis.

• Current Market Position: Berkshire Hathaway’s historically high cash reserves suggest Buffett is anticipating a significant market adjustment and may invest in sectors like finance, industry, and consumer staples.

Investing Updates : April's Must-See Financial Events: US Tariffs, Non-Farm Payrolls, CPI, and More

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Apple Intelligence : 

• Key Economic Indicators: ISM Manufacturing Index (PMI) for March and ADP employment report will be released in early April.

• Trade Policy: US will implement reciprocal tariffs on all countries and a 25% tariff on imported automobiles on April 2.

• Labor Market Report: Non-farm payrolls and the unemployment rate will be announced on April 4.

• Federal Reserve Chair Powell’s Speech: Scheduled after the release of non-farm payroll and unemployment rate data, focusing on the American economy, inflation, and the impact of Trump’s tariff policies.

• FOMC Minutes Release: Scheduled for April 9 at 3 AM, providing details of the last Federal Open Market Committee meeting and potential future monetary policy directions.

• Key Economic Indicators: March’s CPI release on April 10 and April’s ADP employment numbers and March’s PCE deflator release on April 30, providing insights into inflation trends and the economic landscape.

Investing Updates : Lululemon, Dollar Tree, Inflation, Home Prices, and More to Watch This Week

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https://ttm.financial/news/2521020020?lang=en_US&edition=fundamental

Apple Intelligence : 

• Key Economic Indicator: February’s core personal consumption expenditures price index, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, is expected to rise by 2.7% year over year.

• Earnings Reports: GameStop, Dollar Tree, and Lululemon Athletica will release their earnings reports.

• Other Economic Releases: S&P Global’s purchasing managers’ indexes for March, a consumer sentiment survey from the Conference Board, and the durable goods report from the Census Bureau will be released.

• Economic Indicators: The Census Bureau will release new residential sales data and the durable goods report. The Conference Board will release the Consumer Confidence Index.

• Earnings Reports: Chewy, Cintas, Dollar Tree, Jefferies Financial Group, Paychex, and Lululemon will announce quarterly results.

• GDP and Inflation: The Bureau of Economic Analysis will release the final estimate of fourth-quarter GDP growth and the personal consumption expenditures price index.

LifeStyle Updates : Singapore slips in world happiness ranking, gets knocked off top spot in Asia

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https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/world-happiness-report-ranking-2024-asia-5014671

Apple Intelligence : 

• Singapore’s Happiness Ranking: Singapore dropped four places to 34th in the World Happiness Report 2024, its lowest ranking since 2012.

• Factors Contributing to Happiness: The report considers social support, GDP per capita, healthy life expectancy, freedom, generosity, and perception of corruption.

• Top-Ranked Countries: Nordic countries, led by Finland for the eighth consecutive year, dominated the top spots.

• Top Ranked Countries: Nordic countries dominated the top spots, with Finland in first place for the eighth consecutive year.

• Southeast Asian Rankings: Thailand (49th), Philippines (57th), Malaysia (64th), and Indonesia (83rd) were among the Southeast Asian nations.

• Factors Contributing to Happiness: Sharing meals, trusting others, and benevolent acts are linked to well-being, while family bonds and social support also play a role.

• Global Youth Social Disconnection: 19% of youths globally reported lacking social support in 2023, a 39% increase from 2006.

• Singapore’s Happiness Ranking: Singapore ranked low in perceived social support and freedom, impacting its overall happiness ranking.

• Impact of Social Connections on Happiness: Strong social connections are crucial for happiness, especially for youths, as they influence mental well-being and reduce susceptibility to mental health issues.

• Non-economic Factors for Improvement: Work-life balance and community support.

• Kindness and Happiness Correlation: Pro-social behaviors like donating, volunteering, and helping others improve mental health, reduce anxiety, and increase life satisfaction.

• Positive Impact of Pro-social Acts: Contributes to one’s own satisfaction and happiness.

Investing Updates : Fear or Greed? Decoding S&P 500 Corrections: 61% Rebound Chance Since 1929

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Apple Intelligence :

• Market Correction: The S&P 500 experienced a 10.1% correction, erasing gains from the “Trump rally” and reflecting concerns over tariffs, stagflation, and supply chain issues.

• Historical Rebound Probability: Since 1929, the S&P 500 has a 61% chance of rebounding after a correction, with an average return of 18% in the subsequent 12 months.

• Recent Performance: The S&P 500 has shown resilience, with an average return of 18% in the 12 months following nine corrections since 2010, excluding the 2022 decline due to interest rate hikes.

• Market Downturn Triggers: Trade frictions escalating to systemic risks, like the 2000 dot-com bubble, can lead to prolonged downturns.

• Bearish Argument: Unpriced risks include tariff impact, stagflation concerns, and a tech stock retreat.

• Bullish Argument: Robust corporate earnings support market resilience.

• Investment Strategy: Gradual position building with 10%-15% cash reserve, increasing allocation to utilities and consumer staples, and reducing exposure to tech and industrial stocks.

• Hedging Recommendations: Consider gold ETFs or VIX call options to hedge against potential market downturns.

• Liquidity Support: Potential rate cuts and lower Treasury yields provide some support to the stock market.

• Investment Strategy: Long-term investment in S&P 500 put options (15% out-of-the-money) and defensive stocks.

• Defensive Stock Sectors: Consumer staples and healthcare.

• Short-Term Monitoring: Changes in White House tariff policies and CPI/PMI data to alleviate stagflation concerns.

Investing Updates : Fed Meeting; Retail Sales Data; Nvidia GTC 2025; Micron, Nike, and NIO Earnings: What to Watch This Week

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https://ttm.financial/news/2520588628?lang=en_US&edition=fundamental

Apple Intelligence : 

• Key Event: Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell will announce the monetary-policy decision and release the updated Summary of Economic Projections.

• Market Focus: The retail sales report on Monday and several data releases on the health of the housing market are highly anticipated.

• Earnings Reports: General Mills on Wednesday, FedEx and Nike on Thursday, and Carnival on Friday.

• Housing Market Sentiment: The National Association of Home Builders releases its Housing Market Index for March, indicating homebuilder sentiment.

• Housing Construction: The Census Bureau reports new residential construction statistics for February, reflecting housing starts.

• Interest Rate Decision: The Federal Open Market Committee announces its monetary-policy decision, including potential interest rate changes.