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Past Month Performance. Over the past 4 weeks, US stock market indexes have experienced significant volatility and overall declines: (see below) US composite indexes - past 6 months performances The Dow has seen a decrease of about -3.592% for the month. The S&P 500 has fallen nearly -3.40% in February, with its most recent drop of -1.59% on 26 Feb 2025, contributing to the downward trend. The Nasdaq Composite has suffered the most, declining approx. -6.02% during this period. These market declines are closely tied to the performance of the Magnificent Seven stocks, particularly $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ , that saw an -2.5% drop on 26 Feb 2025, dragging down the tech-heavy Nasdaq and highlighting the outsized influence these stocks have on overall market performance. Economic reports released so far only served to ascertain that US economy is not as bright as it was once thought of, back to early November when the US presidential election ended with the businessman set to return to the oval office for another 4-year term. Taken at face value, current market is rift with negative sentiments over more tariffs set to roll out by the Trump administration. Will the Magnificent 7 be able to wield its clout and help lift US market out of its doldrum ? Mag 7 - past 6 months Magnificent 7, so far ! (1) $Apple(AAPL)$ Apple's stock has faced headwinds due to slowing global smartphone demand and regulatory pressure on its App Store in China. Despite these challenges, the company reported strong Q1 2025 results, highlighting robust services segment growth and resilient hardware sales. However, Apple's dependence on China for supply chains poses geopolitical risks, and the stock may experience continued correction in the near term. (2) $Amazon.com(AMZN)$ Amazon has outperformed the S&P 500, with +57% returns since the beginning of 2024. Its Q4 2024 performance exceeded expectations, with strong growth in advertising revenue and AWS. (click xx for details) Despite this success, Amazon provided a cautious Q1 2025 forecast, that could put pressure on its stock price in the coming months. (3) $Alphabet(GOOG)$ Alphabet experienced a significant pullback recently, along with other Magnificent 7 stocks. It faces challenges from emerging AI competitors and potential trade tariffs. However, Alphabet's diverse revenue streams and strong position in the digital advertising market may provide stability in the coming months. (4) $Meta Platforms, Inc.(META)$ It is the only Magnificent 7 stock in positive territory for 2025, having risen +9.85% following a record-setting rally. Despite recent drawdowns, Meta's focus on AI and virtual reality technologies could drive growth in the next quarter. However, regulatory scrutiny and privacy concerns remain potential headwinds. (5) Microsoft Corp(MSFT)$ Microsoft has seen a notable decline among the Magnificent 7 stocks. YTD it has fallen by -6.22%. Its cloud computing and AI initiatives continue to drive growth. However, concerns about valuation & market saturation may impact its stock performance in the short term. Microsoft's diverse product portfolio could provide resilience in the face of market volatility. (5) Nividia Corp(NVDA)$ Nvidia has experienced significant volatility, with a recent pullback of -9.22% over 5 trading sessions. The company's dominance in AI-related components is undeniable. Will the upcoming 20 March 2025’s "Quantum Day" event be its catalytic-drive for future growth ? However, NVIDIA faces challenges from increased competition and potential market saturation in the GPU sector; not to mention the ever-presence of DeepSeek, the main agent that caused its loss of valuation. (7) Tesla Inc(TSLA)$. This stock is the worst performer among the Magnificent 7, down -25.66% YTD and in bear market territory. TSLA faces headwinds from poor sales and heightened competition, particularly in China. Its outlook for the next 3 months remains uncertain, with potential challenges in meeting production targets and maintaining market share. With an-AWOL CEO fanning the flames of antagonism (bigger than the California wild fire), nothing good will come out of it for the car maker and shareholders are “suffering”, thanks the enigmatic CEO antics. Like other stocks in US market, the Magnificent 7 stocks are facing significant challenges in the current market environment: Due to worsening outlook from potential fallouts from new tariffs by the US administration. Impacting the US economy, then businesses’ prospects, then jobs - its a chain reaction. Most Hardy. Despite these possible challenges, 3 of 7 Magnificent stocks exhibit most resilience. They are: Meta Platforms (META)$ : Up +9.85% in 2025. Amazon (AMZN)$ : Down -5.21% in 2025. Alphabet (GOOGL)$: Down -10.71% in 2025. They appear to be best positioned to weather current market turbulence, based on their year-to-date performance. Their (a) diverse business models, (b) strong market positions, and (c) ability to adapt to changing economic conditions are main contributors to their resilience in the face of tariff-related challenges. Will their cross-borders, global presence help reduced dependency on full-on robustness of the US economy in order to continue to excel and grow ? Must Read: Click on below titles to access. Repost to share, Like as encouragement ok. Thanks. NVDA saved by PCE Inflation Report ? NVDA lifts US market Up, Up & Away ? In Bear Market, AMZN Is The Prayer. Do you think the 3 selected stocks are the best investment option now ? Do you think the remaining 4 (AAPL, MSFT, NVDA and TSLA) are better investment option ? If you find this post interesting, give it wings! ️ Repost and share the insights ? 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