Big-Tech’s PerformanceTrading was relatively light this week with the Thanksgiving holiday, but the main market themes remained the same.The previously over-traded "strong dollar" also pulled back, as did US bond yields.The year-end market may be building momentum as well, with headline tech companies moving at different paces on the one hand, while risk sentiment remains high for small-cap stocks and Bitcoin on the other.Through the close of trading on Nov. 28, big tech companies were mixed over the past week. $Apple(AAPL)$ +2.59%, $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ -7.23%, $Microsoft(MSFT)$ +1.81%, $Amazon.com(AMZN)$ +1.41%,

As the holiday season approaches, investors often find themselves reflecting on the year's market performance and strategizing for the future. The period from Thanksgiving to Black Friday marks a pivotal time for both consumers and the stock market. This analysis delves into the performance of U.S. stocks during this timeframe, highlights key sectors and companies to consider, and offers insights into potential investment opportunities. Historical Performance of U.S. Stocks During Thanksgiving Week Historically, the week encompassing Thanksgiving and Black Friday has exhibited positive returns for U.S. equities. The S&P 500 has risen 60% of the time during Thanksgiving week, with an average return of 0.28%. In presidential election years, this figure increases to 75%, averaging a retur

The stock market will be closed on Thursday for Thanksgiving, and only be open between 9.30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Eastern Time on Black Friday.History suggests there could be some gains for equities between now and Nov. 28.Historical Market performanceThe $.SPX(.SPX)$ has risen 69% of the time in Thanksgiving week since 1950, according to Dow Jones Market Data. The benchmark gauge has climbed 0.7% on average.From 2001 through 2023, the $.SPX(.SPX)$ 's overall performance around the Thanksgiving holiday has been mixed, seeing positive returns just half the time. Over that time, the $.SPX(.SPX)$ had more than 1% gains on just three Black Fridays—in 2001, 2007, and 2012—b

🎉 It’s Black Friday season, and just like shopping for the best discounts, the stock market has its own "sales" this year! Stocks like Nio, Intel, and Estée Lauder have dropped up to 50%, Boeing is down 40%, and Nike has fallen almost 30%. Are these discounted stocks too good to miss? $Intel(INTC)$ $Nike(NKE)$ $Estee Lauder(EL)$ $Boeing(BA)$📉 So, which stocks do YOU think are the best deals right now? Which ones have dropped significantly, but you believe are undervalued and full of potential? We want to hear from you!💬 How to JoinShare this post and tag at least one friend to invite them to join the discussion.Drop a co

$CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc.(CRWD)$ The company's performance in Q3 FY2025 has drawn a lot of attention from the market.The company's shares were down around 6% after hours, nice to have largely repaired the losses since the downtime before that.Financials vs. market expectationsIn Q3 FY2025, CrowdStrike's total revenue reached $1.01 billion, an increase of 31% year-over-year and significantly ahead of market expectations of $983 million.After experiencing a major system failure on July 19, CrowdStrike has managed to maintain customer loyalty and continued business growth, and reflects an irreplaceable position in the cybersecurity space.FinancialsTotal revenue: $1.01 billion ($983 million expected)Adjusted EPS: $0.93 ($0.81 expected)Annual Recurri

As the holiday shopping season kicks off with Black Friday sales, many are gearing up for some big discounts on their shopping carts. But why not extend that shopping mindset to the stock market? Black Friday could present some unique opportunities, with several stocks on sale or showing potential for future gains. 1. Retail Stocks to Watch: Amazon ($AMZN): Reason to Watch: With Prime Day behind us and Black Friday ahead, Amazon is poised to benefit from holiday shopping. Are there any dips in the stock price that present a buying opportunity before the seasonal rush? Key Event: Black Friday sales data and holiday season outlook. stock graph for $AMZN Walmart ($WMT): Reason to Watch: Walmart's discounts and consumer goods might make it a top pick for those looking for stability in the reta

$Macy's(M)$ will be delaying the release of its third quarter results until December 11, due to an accounting issue. During the preparation of its financial statements, the company identified that an employee responsible for small package delivery had made incorrect accounting entries to conceal delivery expenses ranging from $132 million to $154 million. That individual is no longer employed by the company. Macy's stated that the erroneous entries did not affect its cash management or vendor payments. However, the earnings release and conference call have been delayed to allow time for an independent investigation to be completed. The company's stock dropped 3.4% following the announcement. In the meantime, Macy's shared preliminary results, reporti

Summary of Recent Market Dynamics and Key Catalysts U.S. Market Resilience Amid Optimism U.S. equities posted a strong recovery this week, with major indices nearing record highs: US Index Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.0% on Friday, closing at an all-time high. $.SPX(.SPX)$ gained 1.7% for the week, just 0.5% below its record. $.IXIC(.IXIC)$ , while lagging due to Big Tech weakness, matched the 1.7% weekly gain. Key drivers included optimism surrounding U.S. consumer spending and strong earnings reports from retailers. Notably, Gap reported better-than-expected earnings and raised its annual guidance, citing a robust start to the holiday s

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The stock price of Kohl's Corporation (NYSE: KSS) experienced a significant drop yesterday, falling 17.01% to close at $15.22. Throughout the trading session, the stock traded between a daily low of $14.22 and a daily high of $15.60. This sharp decline has raised concerns among investors, but it also presents an opportunity to assess whether the drop reflects an overreaction to recent financial developments. Dividend and Yield One potential attraction for investors is Kohl's dividend yield. The company has an upcoming ex-dividend date on December 11, 2024, with a declared dividend of $0.50 per share, making the current dividend yield notably high relative to the reduced share price. This yield could attract income-focused investors despite the near-term challenges. Factors Behind the Decli

$NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ After NVIDIA's earnings release on Thursday, November 21st, the $200M trader rolled positions within the first 30 minutes of trading, closing December 20th 135 calls and buying $NVDA 20250221 140.0 CALL$ .Based on November 21st data, the position size was similar to the previous earnings roll, around 160,000 contracts.Again using floor trading (non-electronic trades executed on the exchange floor), the execution price wasn't closely tied to the bid-ask spread. The buy direction assessment is based on historical patterns.The 140 strike roll was unsurprising, $5 higher than my conservative estimate, indicating a bullish trend for the next 3 months.However, mark

$Sunshine Biopharma Inc.(SBFM)$  The Sunshine Biopharma, Inc. stock price gained 24.59% on the last trading day (Tuesday, 26th Nov 2024), rising from $2.44 to $3.14. It has now gained 3 days in a row. It will be exciting to see whether it manages to continue gaining or take a minor break for the next few days. During the last trading day the stock fluctuated 30.25% from a day low at $2.38 to a day high of $3.10. The price has fallen in 6 of the last 10 days but is still up by 15.59% over the past 2 weeks. Volume has increased on the last day along with the price, which is a positive technical sign, and, in total, 774 thousand more shares were traded than the day before. In total, 2 million shares were bought and sold for approximately $4.62 m

Small-Caps and Holiday Sentiment: Why Thanksgiving Week Is a Bullish Period for U.S. Stocks The U.S. stock market will be closed on Thursday for Thanksgiving, with trading resuming on Friday to wrap up what looks to be a strong November. The shortened trading hours don't seem to dampen traders' optimism, as bullish sentiment, particularly in small-cap stocks, remains strong. Many prominent institutions anticipate that expectations of robust consumer spending will further boost market sentiment, given the holiday season's support for the broader economy. Morgan Stanley's analysis highlights notable historical patterns for the S&P 500 Index during Thanksgiving week. Since 1960, the SPX has delivered a median return approximately 2.5 times higher than its median return for all weeks combi

As Black Friday approaches, it's not just shopping discounts catching my attention—Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY) appears to be trading at a discount as well, and I am closely monitoring its price action. Strong Financial Performance Occidental has consistently demonstrated robust financial metrics, making it a compelling consideration for investors: Earnings Per Share (EPS): The company maintains strong EPS growth, reflecting its profitability and efficient operations. Revenue Growth: Occidental's revenue remains solid. Net Income: Steady net income highlights the company's ability to manage costs effectively while capitalizing on opportunities. Cash Flow: Healthy cash flow generation provides financial flexibility for operational needs, debt management, and shareholder returns. S