Stocks: all news & analysis

Discover the latest stock market updates, comprehensive analyses of price trends, and expert forecasts for individual stocks as well as the broader equity market. Our coverage includes breaking news, earnings reports, and economic data releases, considering various factors that may influence stock valuations. Enhance your understanding of the stocks landscape and elevate your trading decisions.

Dow Jones Tumbles: Wall Street Indexes Slide, Dow Hits One-Month Lows, Down 1.4%
Wall Street's main indexes plummeted today, with the Dow hitting a one-month low, down 1.4%. New U.S. tariffs, disappointing Amazon earnings, and a weaker jobs report fueled investor caution. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also reached over two-month lows, and the "fear gauge" volatility index surged. Tech and consumer discretionary stocks led the decline.
by Zain Vawda
Markets Today: Switzerland Hit with 39% Tariff, Global Stocks Slide, FTSE 100 Eyes Support at 100-day MA. NFP Up Next
Today's market update: Switzerland hit with a 39% tariff, causing global stocks to slide. The FTSE 100 is eyeing support at its 100-day moving average. Investors are keenly awaiting the upcoming Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) data for further market direction. Asian markets are experiencing their worst week since April due to new US tariffs. European markets remain steady.
by Zain Vawda
Apple (AAPL) Technical: Toppish below 200-day MA as underperformance persists
Apple (AAPL) has struggled since its December 2024 all-time high, underperforming its “Magnificent 7” peers with a year-to-date loss of 12% as of 28 July 2025. Despite the initial boost from its Apple Intelligence reveal, the lack of clarity around its AI strategy and market positioning has weakened investor confidence. Bearish technical signals below the 200-day moving average suggest continued downside risk in the medium term.
by Kelvin Wong
Meta Platforms (META) Technical: At risk of shaping corrective decline within major uptrend
Meta Platforms has gained 39.12% since the 7 April 2025 market low, closely tracking the “Magnificent 7.” Ahead of its Q2 earnings on 30 July, analysts expect EPS to rise to $5.88 from $5.16 a year ago. However, technical indicators suggest the stock may face a corrective pullback, with key resistance at $747.90 and support at $680.50. A break below this level may signal further downside toward $620.55 amid weakening momentum.
by Kelvin Wong
Microsoft (MSFT) Technical: Bullish trend remains intact above 20-day moving average
Microsoft remains in a medium-term uptrend, gaining 43.48% from its 7 April low through 28 July 2025. It trades above its 50-day moving average and within an ascending channel, with key support at $486.00. Investors await Microsoft’s Q2 earnings on 30 July, with EPS expected at $3.38 vs. $2.95 a year ago. A breakout above $539.55 may extend gains, while a drop below $486.00 could trigger a correction toward $456.20 before $437.00.
by Kelvin Wong
Microsoft (MSFT) Earnings Preview: AI, Azure, and Outlook
Preview Microsoft's Q4 FY25 earnings report. Explore expectations for AI, Azure growth, and the personal computing segment. Understand key financial metrics, potential market reactions, and the impact of external factors like tariffs. Get insights into Microsoft's forward outlook, including AI monetization strategies and partner network expansion.
by Zain Vawda
Meta Platforms (META) Q2 Earnings Preview: Advertising vs. AI Investments
Preview Meta Platforms (META) Q2 2025 earnings. Expected strong ad revenue growth driven by AI, contrasted with rising AI infrastructure costs and continued Reality Labs losses. External challenges include US-China trade tensions and EU regulations impacting ad revenue. Analysts are optimistic, with a median price target of $750. Key focus areas: advertising, AI investments, Reality Labs, and WhatsApp monetization.
by Zain Vawda
Asia midday: Nasdaq 100 outperformed, Nikkei 225 pull-back hit key support (Chart of the day)
The US dollar surged to a near two-month high after an imbalanced US-EU trade deal sparked a sharp reversal in the euro, making it the worst-performing major currency. While US tech stocks extended gains—led by Nvidia—most Asia-Pacific markets declined amid dollar strength. Japan’s Nikkei 225 and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index fell, while gold rebounded slightly after four days of losses, supported by a pause in the greenback’s rally.
by Kelvin Wong
S&P 500 Technicals & Sentiment: What to Expect This Week
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs, driven by a new US-EU trade deal and anticipated Magnificent 7 earnings. This week features major tech earnings, a Fed meeting, and tariff deadlines, testing the market's sustainability. Analysts expect strong Q2 earnings growth, though concerns linger about market reliance on a few tech giants. Technical analysis and sentiment data suggest potential near-term upside.
by Zain Vawda
Asia midday: Asia stock markets pull back as USD rebounds, Hang Seng Index (Chart of the day)
Global equities paused after a seven-day rally as Asia markets retreated from recent highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and Russell 2000 fell, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 hit fresh records, led by tech giants. Asia's Hang Seng and Nikkei dropped 0.9%, while Singapore's STI saw profit-taking. A firmer US dollar and overbought conditions weighed on sentiment. Gold slid for a third session, nearing key support, as the USD rebound pressured commodities and risk assets.
by Kelvin Wong
Asia midday: Asian stocks rise on AI optimism, US-EU trade hopes, EUR/GBP (Chart of the day) bullish trend intact as ECB looms
US futures edged higher in Asia on Thursday, lifted by AI optimism and improving US-EU trade talks. Tesla fell 4.4% post-earnings miss, while Alphabet rose 1.7% on strong AI-driven results. Wall Street hit new highs, with the Dow nearing its record. Asian markets followed suit—Japan's Nikkei surged 1.7%, STI extended its record streak. Meanwhile, the yen strengthened and gold slid further toward key support as traders await the ECB's policy signals.
by Kelvin Wong
Alphabet (GOOGL) Earnings Preview: Cloud and AI Drive Growth
Preview Alphabet's (GOOGL) Q2 2025 earnings. Discover key insights into Google's advertising performance, robust cloud growth, significant AI investments in Gemini models and data centers, and the impact of increasing antitrust scrutiny. Essential reading for investors and tech enthusiasts
by Zain Vawda
Tesla Q2 2025 Earnings Preview: What to Expect
We take a look at the Q2 2025 earnings preview for Tesla, detailing expected revenue, EPS, and automotive margins. We explores challenges like lower deliveries, tariffs, and trade policy impacts, while also highlighting key areas such as autonomous driving, robotics, and new battery technologies. Includes technical analysis and a forward outlook for the company.
by Zain Vawda
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