Long Straddle Play As TSLA Earnings About Proving “Valuation Gap” To Maintain Its Premium
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$’s fiscal Q4 2025 earnings, scheduled for release on January 28, 2026, arrive at a critical juncture as the company’s valuation increasingly detaches from its core automotive performance. The Financial Outlook Wall Street is braced for a significant year-over-year decline. The consensus estimates include: Non-GAAP EPS: ~$0.44–$0.45 (a nearly 40% YoY drop). Revenue: ~$24.8–$25.0 billion (down ~3% YoY). Automotive Margins: Investors are looking for stabilization around 14.8%–15.0%. The primary drag is the automotive segment. Tesla already reported 418,227 deliveries for Q4, a 15.6% YoY decline, attributed to the expiration of U.S. tax credits in Q3 and an aging product lineup. The "Tech Pivot" Strategy 1. Because the car business
General Motors (GM) Earnings Watch Aggressively Bullish 2026 Roadmap Or Buyback Authorization Increase
$General Motors(GM)$ is scheduled to release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, before the market opens. Coming off a strong 2025 where GM reclaimed its title as the top-selling automaker in the U.S., the Q4 report will be a balancing act between resilient internal combustion engine (ICE) profits and a significant "EV strategy reset." Key Expectations & Estimates Earnings Per Share (EPS): Analysts expect an adjusted EPS of approximately $2.19, a notable increase from $1.92 in Q4 2024. Revenue: Consensuses are pegged at roughly $45 billion, which would represent a ~6% decline year-over-year. Special Charges: GM will record roughly $6 billion in one-time charges related to its EV rollback and stra
Boeing (BA) Earnings "Litmus Test" Whether Its Turnaround Translate To Consistent Profitability In 2026.
$Boeing(BA)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal Q4 2025 earnings on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, before the market opens. Following a year of recovery and a massive 41% stock rally in 2025, this report is seen as a critical "proof of concept" for Boeing’s turnaround. Q4 2025 Estimates vs. Year-Ago Performance The headline story is the dramatic narrowing of losses and the surge in revenue as production stabilizes. Boeing’s Q3 2025 earnings report, released on October 29, 2025, was a landmark "kitchen sink" quarter. While the financial losses were massive due to a multi-billion dollar charge, it marked the first time in years that the company showed signs of an operational turning point. Q3 2025 Financial Summary Revenue: $23.27 billion, up 30% YoY, beat
Intel (INTC) Recent Run To Shock? Look Forward to Q1 2026 with 18A?
$Intel(INTC)$ stock fell more than 10% after its earnings release on Thursday (22 Jan) after its first quarter financial outlook fell short of Wall Street's expectations. We saw Intel making significant upside ahead of its earnings. In this article, we will look at a clear and structured analysis of Intel’s latest fourth-quarter 2025 earnings, the market reaction, and what to expect through 2026, based on the most current reporting and guidance. Fourth-Quarter 2025 Financial Results (Reported January 22, 2026) Actual Results (Q4 2025) Revenue: $13.7 billion, slightly above consensus estimates (~$13.4 billion) but down ~4 percent year-over-year. Adjusted EPS: $0.15 vs consensus ~$0.08. Gross Margin: ~37.9 percent, above expectations. Segment Perfor
TACO Pattern -> More Clarity on Jan 28 FOMC meeting -> Rally?
Trump’s recent “TACO moment” (tariff threat + U-turn), the resulting global markets rally, and what it could mean for labour markets and interest rates. In this article, we would like to share how we can look at it in a a clear, evidence-based update. What happened: the “TACO moment” and tariff U-turn Tariff threat and reversal (“TACO trade”) Markets initially sold off after Trump threatened to impose new tariffs on European countries tied to a push over Greenland. The sell-off was significant because it raised fears of escalating trade tensions and potential retaliation. However, Trump subsequently walked back the tariff threat after announcing a framework for cooperation with NATO on Greenland — effectively postponing or canceling the tariffs that were to start on February 1. This revers
Mag7 Dominance Show Cracks as High Valuations Hit 'Healthy Reset' - Do We Do 'Buy-the-Dip' Narrative?
As of late January 2026, the Magnificent 7 (Mag7) tech giants have experienced a significant sell-off, with Nvidia (NVDA) facing acute pressure that has resulted in a "value wipeout" of over $700 billion for the group. Looking at how these formerly dominant tech stocks are becoming a drag on the broader market, with many falling into correction territory. In this article, we would like to share a structured, analytical view on which Magnificent 7 stocks could be considered “buy-the-dip” candidates if the market stages a recovery rally in early 2026, and how investors might plan to take advantage of this environment given the severe sell-off and rotation out of mega-cap tech. Context — Sell-Off and Market Dynamics Recent market action: Major tech stocks known as the “Magnificent 7” — Apple,
Schlumberger (SLB) "Prove-it" Quarter Might Provide Relief Rally If Aggressive Outlook Given
$SLB Ltd(SLB)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal Q4 and full-year 2025 earnings on Friday, January 23, 2026, before the market opens. The stock enters this print following a year of transition marked by the major acquisition of ChampionX and a pivot toward high-margin digital services to offset a softening North American land market. Earnings Estimates & Consensus Schlumberger (SLB) reported its fiscal Q3 2025 earnings on October 17, 2024, delivering a "beat and miss" quarter that highlighted a significant strategic pivot toward digital and production services amidst a cooling global drilling market. Q3 2025 Financial Summary Growth Drivers: The ChampionX acquisition (which closed during the quarter) contributed $579 million in revenue, signifi
Can We See Intuitive Surgical (ISRG) Provide A Positive Revision to 2026 guidance?
$Intuitive Surgical(ISRG)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal Q4 2025 earnings on Thursday, January 22, 2026, after the market close. Because the company released preliminary results on January 14, much of the revenue data is already known. This shifts the focus of the actual earnings call toward margins, profitability, and 2026 guidance. Q4 2025 Preliminary Numbers (Known) Revenue: ~$2.87 billion (up 19% YoY), beating the $2.73B consensus. Procedure Growth: Worldwide da Vinci/Ion procedures grew ~18%. System Placements: 532 systems placed (vs. 493 last year), including 303 da Vinci 5 (dV5) systems. Ion Growth: Ion procedures surged ~44% YoY, showing strong diversification beyond soft-tissue robotics. Intuitive Surgical (ISRG) reported its Fiscal Q
Can Intel (INTC) Earnings Show Success Moving From "Survival" to "Execution"
$Intel(INTC)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal Q4 2025 earnings on Thursday, January 22, 2026, after the market close. Following a volatile but transformative 2025, Intel is at a pivot point. The stock has seen a massive "turnaround" rally over the last 12 months, fueled by federal funding and strategic shifts under new leadership. However, the Q4 report will be the "proof of concept" for its ambitious foundry roadmap. Financial Estimates Intel’s fiscal Q3 2025 earnings, reported in October 2025, were widely viewed as a "watershed moment" for the company. After years of struggling with market share losses and manufacturing delays, the results signaled that the "Turnaround" was finally taking hold. Q3 2025 Financial Summary Intel delivered a massi
Watch GE Aerospace (GE) LEAP Engine Deliveries and Free Cash Flow (FCF) Conversion
$GE Aerospace(GE)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal fourth-quarter 2025 earnings on Thursday, January 22, 2026, before the market opens. Since the 2024 spin-offs of GE Vernova and GE HealthCare, the company is now a "pure-play" aviation powerhouse. This Q4 report is particularly significant as it will finalize their first full fiscal year as a standalone aerospace entity and set the tone for 2026. Earnings Estimates & Consensus Consensus EPS: ~$1.40 – $1.42 (vs. $1.32 in Q4 2024). Revenue Estimate: ~$11.2 billion – $11.3 billion (representing ~13% YoY growth). FY 2025 Guidance: Management previously tightened guidance to an EPS range of $6.00 – $6.20. GE Aerospace's fiscal Q3 2025 earnings, reported on October 21, 2025, were widely characterize
We saw how “Sell America” went into full swing in Tuesday (20 Jan) trading session, major indices like DJIA lost 870 points, S&P 500 drops 2% for worst day since October on Trump tariff threat over Greenland. With the Q4 earnings season coming for most major names, I think we can look at some of the sector which seems to be affected the least, one of them is Healthcare. One of names we can look at is $Abbott Laboratories(ABT)$ upcoming Fiscal Q4 2025 earnings which is estimated to be on Thursday, January 22, 2026 (Before Market Open). Earnings Release Details Consensus EPS Estimate: $1.50 (implying ~11.9% year-over-year growth) Consensus Revenue Estimate: $11.79 Billion (implying ~7.5% year-over-year growth) Based on the Fiscal Q3 2025 report r
Procter & Gamble (PG) Dividend Might Attract Yield Seekers To Push Buying Pressure Post Earnings
$Procter & Gamble(PG)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal second-quarter 2026 earnings on Thursday, January 22, 2026, before the market opens. The company is entering this report at a pivotal moment. While it has historically been a "safe haven" for investors, the stock has recently underperformed the broader market due to concerns over high tariffs and a softening global consumer environment. Earnings Expectations: Key Figures Analysts are generally bracing for a "soft" quarter, primarily due to difficult year-over-year comparisons and rising input costs. Procter & Gamble’s (PG) fiscal Q1 2026 earnings, reported on October 24, 2025, painted a picture of a company leaning heavily on its "superiority" strategy to navigate a decelerating consum
Watch Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Recent Acquisition Outlook For Possible Move
$Johnson & Johnson(JNJ)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, before the market opens. Following its separation from the Kenvue consumer health business, JNJ has transitioned into a "pure-play" healthcare leader focused on high-margin pharmaceuticals (Innovative Medicine) and medical technology (MedTech). Here is an analysis of the upcoming earnings and the factors that could drive short-term price movement. Key Earnings Expectations Wall Street expectations for Q4 are generally optimistic, though recent estimate revisions have been slightly mixed. Consensus EPS: $2.50 (estimated range: $2.41 – $2.56) Revenue Estimate: ~$24.14 billion (representing ~7% YoY growth) 2026 Guida
Major Test For Bull Market. Core of Q4 Earnings Season and Critical Inflation Data To Watch
The trading week of January 12–16, 2026, was characterized by a "wait-and-see" pullback as major indices retreated from record highs. After the S&P 500 briefly touched the historic 7,000 mark, profit-taking and cautious inflation data led to a mild weekly decline. Market Summary: Jan 12–16, 2026 S&P 500: Closed the week at 6,939.58, down approximately 0.38%. It faced resistance near 7,000. NASDAQ Composite: Underperformed the broader market, falling roughly 0.66% to close near 21,150, weighed down by a rotation out of high-flying tech. Sector Highlights: Defensive sectors like Consumer Defensives (+3.7%) and Real Estate (+3.6%) led the way, while Financials (-2.1%) and Communication Services (-1.9%) lagged. Macro Drivers: Core CPI arrived at 0.2% (lower than the 0.3% expected), whi
Netflix (NFLX) Earnings Going To Revolve Around "Warner Overhang" and "Bidding War"
$Netflix(NFLX)$ is scheduled to report its fiscal fourth-quarter 2025 earnings on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, after the market closes. This earnings report is particularly high-stakes as Netflix enters a "transitional" era. For the first time, investors are grappling with the potential impact of its massive proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), while also adjusting to the company's decision to stop providing quarterly subscriber guidance. Q4 2025 Forecast: The Consensus Numbers The market is expecting solid top- and bottom-line growth, but attention has shifted toward profitability and ad-tier scaling. Netflix’s fiscal Q3 2025 earnings, reported on October 21, 2025, were a classic "mixed bag" that highlighted both the company's oper
3M (MMM) Short-Term Pullback Might Occur If Earnings Does Not Surprise Great
With $3M(MMM)$ scheduled to report its Fiscal Q4 2025 earnings this Tuesday, January 20, 2026, before the market opens, volatility is elevated. The stock has had a significant run-up (~72% rally since mid-2024), pushing it near 52-week highs. Here is the pre-earnings analysis and trading outlook for Q4 2025. The Consensus Expectations Investors have priced in a "good" quarter, but the bar is high given the stock's recent performance. Earnings Release Date: Tuesday, Jan 20, 2026 (Pre-Market) Consensus EPS Estimate: $1.82 (vs. $1.68 in Q4 2024) Revenue Estimate: ~$6.08 Billion (approx. +4.6% YoY) Implied Move: The options market is pricing in a larger-than-usual move (IV Rank is ~87%), suggesting traders expect significant volatility. Here is the sum
Financials Rotation Use Income Buffers, Protective Puts On Tech
Though tech stocks make a recovery on Thursday (15 Jan) after TSMC stellar earnings and guidance outlook, but we are still seeing tech and banks facing sector rotation in earnings week. Financials managed to make a recovery last night as well, but could this rotation continue in the next few weeks as more earnings are coming? In this article, we would like to look at the comprehensive market- and strategy-focused overview of your questions around the current tech vs financial rotation, geopolitical export restrictions, and tactical portfolio positioning: Market context (Thursday, 15 January 2026) • Stocks broadly recovered after recent losses, fueled by strong $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ earnings and guidance, which lifted semiconduct
Rate Cut Delayed To June, Roll Into Shorter-Dated Hedges (ETFs)
Analysts are looking at rate cuts being delayed to June, and we would like to look at this question about whether markets might pull back into June 2026 if the expected rate cuts are delayed, and how investors can hedge in the interim. In this article, I would like to share our structured assessment backed by the most current market information and macroeconomic forecasts. Current Rate Expectations and Risk of Pullbacks Rate cuts are being delayed and may be pushed out toward mid- or late-2026. • Major institutions including UBS have revised their Fed cut timing to mid-late 2026 (potentially July or September). • Swap markets and options traders increasingly price no cuts at all in 2026 or at least a rate-on-hold through multiple meeting cycles. • Some strategists even see conditions where
Bitcoin Flash Bullish Signs, Time To Get Into Crypto Stocks?
With Bitcoin hovering around $96,000, hitting $97,000 briefly, is Bitcoin flashing signs and would 100K coming by end of January 2026? In this article, I would like to discuss a data-informed overview of Bitcoin’s near-term outlook (including the possibility of $100,000 by end of January 2026), what could prevent it from reaching that level, and how three major crypto-related stocks — Coinbase Global Inc (COIN), Strategy Inc. (MSTR), and MARATHON DIGITAL HOLDINGS, INC. (MARA) might perform by that time. Is Bitcoin flashing bullish signs toward $100K by end-January 2026? Bullish technical and fundamental signals: BTC has recently recorded higher highs (above $95K), and technical indicators show momentum building toward $100K if key resistance is breached. Analysts cite a breakout above near
Intel Surge Higher, AMD Catching, But Who Is Being Favored?
We saw how these two chips maker, $Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$ and $Intel(INTC)$ rising more than 1% on Wednesday (14 Jan) session, with Intel at 3.02% higher, AMD also manage 1.19%. So who is the "catch up" candidate that is being favored, for potential future growth and a "catch up" candidate, analysts generally favor AMD over Intel. While Intel is experiencing a significant stock surge and has strong potential upside, AMD is seen as a more stable and convincing investment based on its current financial performance, strong data center position, and higher analyst consensus ratings. In this article, I would like to share and break down for an investor focused on capturing potential upside from AMD specif