STOCKS | MARKET WATCH | Why Long-Term Investing Still Wins🤯 The start of 2025 was a bit of a rollercoaster for stocks.
Global markets got seriously rattled in the first few months by some sudden jitters. When President Trump announced those aggressive tariffs, it caused significant concern among investors, sending stock markets tumbling and prompting a flight to safety. Like Reuters said, April was "epic" for crazy market swings – the VIX fear index shot up to levels we hadn't seen since 2020 and 2008, and then just as quickly dropped back down. Markets went wild.
But then, by late April, the panic kind of ... disappeared. Once President Trump paused the implementation of the most severe tariffs, stocks bounced back pretty sharply. The S&P 500 recovered most of what it lost. After that nasty drop, it ended April only about 5% lower than it started the year. The Nasdaq, with all its tech stocks, pretty much ended the month where it began. So, after all that drama, major US stock markets weren't far from their all-time highs, showing how fast that "fear" can vanish.
📊 How key indexes did
S&P 500 (USA): 📉 Dipped in early April but bounced back late. Ended April around -5% for the year, after almost hitting a bear market.
Nasdaq Composite (USA): 📉 Similar story. Tanked on the tariff scare, then rallied when things calmed down, ending April pretty much flat for the year.
MSCI World (Global developed markets): 🤷♂️ Had its ups and downs along with the US markets. By the end of April, it was pretty much flat for the year – no big moves for the overall world index.
MSCI Emerging Markets: 📉 Didn't do as well as developed markets. Asian stocks, especially, took a hit early April because of trade war worries, so this index lagged, even though it recovered a bit by the end of the month.
FTSE/JSE All-Share (South Africa): 🇿🇦 The odd one out! The JSE jumped about +5% in the first three months of 2025, mainly thanks to mining stocks. It even hit a record high in March. The April craziness shook it up too, but because it did so well earlier, it was still slightly up for the year by late April.
Takeaway? Global stocks were jumpy, but they mostly recovered. By late April, most major indexes were close to where they started the year. South Africa's market was the exception, having a good first quarter that helped it weather the April storm.
⏳ Staying invested beats trying to be a stock Wizard
All this back and forth can make investors nervous. You start thinking, "Should I just sell now before it drops even more?" But history usually says that's the wrong move. Just sticking with it usually works out better than trying to guess the market's next move. BlackRock's iShares recently pointed out that "waiting for the 'right time' to invest might mean missing out on the best days," while staying invested lets you benefit from that "compounding" thing and get through the short-term bumps. Simply put, if you sit on the sidelines during big swings, you often miss the big rebound days. One study even showed that if you missed just the five best market days over 20 years, you'd end up with way less money than someone who just stayed in the market.
The legendary investor Charlie Munger put it simply: "The first rule of compounding: never interrupt it unnecessarily." Trying to jump in and out of the market around all the volatility is super tough – the biggest up days often follow right after the biggest down days. On the other hand, patient investors who just ride out the noise tend to grab more of those long-term gains. After all, with compounding, those small gains build on each other over time.
💰 The awesome power of compounding over time
Compounding basically means the sooner you invest and the longer you stay invested, the more your returns build on each other like a snowball rolling downhill. For example, the total return JSE All-Share index was up almost 23% over the last year. That kind of gain shows how just staying invested during good times can really grow your wealth. If you'd panicked and pulled out, you would have missed most of that growth. Over longer periods, like 5 to 10 years, the JSE has almost always gone up. The big lesson is that it's about "time in the market," not trying to "time the market," that really makes your returns grow and smooths out those bumps along the way.
🌍 What's driving the markets and the economy
There were a few big things happening that explain why the markets moved the way they did.
🇺🇸 US GDP Slowdown: The US economy actually shrank a bit in the first quarter of 2025. A lot of people blamed this on a big surge in imports as businesses bought stuff ahead of those potential President Trump tariffs. Even though this news spooked the stock market briefly in late April, underlying consumer spending was still looking pretty decent.
📈 US Company Profits: On the bright side, US companies reported some pretty strong profits. Analysts were expecting good growth in earnings for the S&P 500 in the first quarter, even with the economic slowdown. And it turned out even better – a lot of companies beat expectations, and overall earnings were up quite a bit from last year. This helped keep stock prices from falling too much during the pullbacks.
🇪🇺 European Spending Boost: In Europe, governments are starting to spend more. Germany, for example, proposed a huge fund for infrastructure and energy. The EU is also loosening its spending rules and increasing defense budgets. Some experts think this could actually boost Europe's economic growth a bit each year, which would mean better profits for European companies. Some even think European companies might see faster profit growth than US companies in the next few years because of this spending.
🇨🇳 Asia and Trade Wars: Asia was the weak spot. China's economy showed some signs of trouble, with a survey suggesting its manufacturing activity might have shrunk in April after a couple of months of growth. This seemed to be a direct result of the US tariffs. Asian stock markets took a hit on the tariff news, which dragged down the overall emerging markets index. Basically, tariffs and trade tensions hurt growth in Asia and its markets, which then affected returns in emerging markets globally.
✅ The bottom line
Early 2025 reminded us that markets can freak out quickly – but they can often bounce back just as fast. The swings felt scary, but history tells us that just sticking with your investments usually pays off. Major stock markets are pretty much where they were a few months ago, while economies and company earnings are still moving forward. For long-term investors, that wild week in April just reinforced an old lesson: stay invested and let compounding do its thing. As some experts say, "get invested and stay invested" because the most volatile times often have the biggest market gains. By sticking to your plan, you avoid missing those big up days when the "fear" fades and markets recover.
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Sources: Recent market reports and data including the April SATRIX 2025 market newsletter “Once Again, Volatility Blinked and Fear Lost., nasdaq.com, reuters.com, ishares.com, insight.factset.com, reuters.com, iol.co.za
Marketupdate
Bitcoin Confirms Breakout — Bullish Trend Gains StrengthStair-Stepping Uptrend:
Bitcoin has confirmed a breakout above the critical $88,000–$90,000 resistance zone, forming a classic pattern of higher lows and higher highs. This technical structure signals a decisive shift in market sentiment.
Momentum Builds:
The breakout marks a clear resurgence in bullish momentum after months of consolidation following January’s highs. It suggests that the market is regaining strength and preparing for a sustained move upward.
Key Support Level:
As long as Bitcoin holds above $92,000, the bullish structure remains valid. This level now acts as a critical threshold for traders to manage risk and assess continuation.
Outlook:
With the trend now clearly favoring the bulls, Bitcoin is well-positioned for further upside in the near term. Continued strength could open the door to retesting previous all-time highs and potentially reaching new ones.
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Buyers Still in Control?Price surged from 0.4000, broke the previous high, and reached the 0.4852 resistance level. The current sideways movement around the resistance suggests that sellers lack the strength to push the price lower. Even if a pullback occurs, the 0.4579 – 0.4455 area is expected to act as a support zone, potentially holding the price and allowing the uptrend to continue toward 0.5534 – 0.5652.
EUR/USD at a Pivotal Level – Will Bulls Push Higher?The EUR/USD pair is showing signs of a trend reversal after breaking above a long-term descending trendline. This breakout, coupled with an inverse head and shoulders pattern and RSI bullish divergence, signals strengthening bullish momentum. However, the price faces key resistance around 1.0500-1.0527, aligned with the 200 EMA.
A confirmed break above this level could push the pair toward 1.10+, while failure to do so may lead to a pullback before another attempt higher.
GOLD 4H ROUTE MAP TRADING PLAN / READ CAPTION CAREFULLYGOLD 4H Chart Analysis – 12th Feb 2025
Dear Traders,
Here’s the latest update on our 4H chart. It’s been a productive week! If you reviewed our previous chart on the 11th of February, today’s analysis should help guide your trading plan for the week.
Chart Color Codes:
* Red boxes (right): Support levels labeled as GOLDTURN LEVELS. A small red circle marks activation after short reversals.
* White GOLDTURN LEVELS (top): Not yet activated.
* Green boxes on the top(left): New Take Profit Targets.
* Green boxes with red outlines: Achieved targets.
* Grey button: Entry point from the 11th of February.
Review of Previous Chart:
Entry Level: 2814
Take Profit 1: 2850.15 ✅ (Hit)
Take Profit 2: 2876.95 ✅ (Hit)
Take Profit 3: 2903.76 ✅ (Hit)
Take Profit 4: 2925.85 ✅ (Hit)
We observed three reversals of 20–40 pips, highlighted with red circles.
New Take Profit Levels Added: TP5, TP6, TP7, and TP8
Key Focus Areas:
Identify Key Levels, Resistance, Support, and watch EMA5 closely. EMA5 behavior will determine the next price direction.
Key Levels:
Key Level: 2900
Resistance Levels: 2925, 2952, 2984, 3017, 3052
Support Levels: 2876, 2852, 2828, 2803, 2776, 2747
EMA5 Status:
Current EMA5: 2898.14
Bullish Targets
EMA5 cross and hold above 2900, will open the following bullish target 2925 again
EMA5 cross and lock Above 2925, will open the following bullish target 2952
EMA5 cross and lock Above 2952, will open the following bullish target 2984
EMA5 cross and lock Above 2984, will open the following bullish target 3017
EMA5 cross and lock Above 3017, will open the following bullish target 3052
Bearish Targets
EMA5 hold and cross Below 2900: will open the following bearish target 2876
EMA5 cross and lock Below 2876: will open the following bearish target 2852
EMA5 cross and lock Below 2852: will open the following bearish target 2828
EMA5 cross and lock Below 2828: will open the following bearish target 2803(Retracement Range)
EMA5 cross and lock Below 2803: will open the following bearish target 2747 (Swing Range)
Trading Plan:
* Stay bullish and buy pullbacks from key levels.
* Avoid chasing tops—focus on buying dips.
* Use smaller timeframes for entries at Goldturn levels.
* Aim for 30–40 pips per trade for optimal risk management.
* Each level can yield 20–40+ pips reversals.
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XRP Market Update 3.25.2025My current bias for XRP, analyzed today 3.25.25 at 7:52am.
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Break or Bounce? EUR/USD OpportunityHi Traders! The price is in a descending channel and is testing the lower boundary.
🔹 Scenarios:
Buy if it breaks above 1.0845, with a stop loss at 1.0790 and targets at 1.0870, 1.0900, and 1.0950.
Sell if it breaks below 1.0780, with a stop loss at 1.0830 and targets at 1.0750, 1.0720, and 1.0700.
📊 RSI is in the oversold zone—a potential bounce is possible! Watch the price action closely.
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USD/JPY - Breakdown Confirmation & Potential DeclineUSD/JPY - Breakdown Confirmation & Potential Decline
Chart Overview:
The USD/JPY price action has broken down from a previously established ascending channel.
A lower high formation suggests weakening bullish momentum, indicating a potential continuation of the downtrend.
The key support zones are marked below, with the price likely to move towards these levels if bearish momentum persists.
Technical Analysis:
Breakdown Zone: The price has breached the lower trendline of the ascending channel, confirming a bearish breakdown.
Resistance Levels: The price faces resistance around 0.0067786 - 0.0068488.
Support Targets: Possible downside targets at 0.0066848, 0.0066012, and 0.0065720.
Bearish Confirmation: A retest of the breakdown level followed by rejection strengthens the bearish outlook.
Trade Consideration:
Bearish Bias: A short position could be considered if the price fails to reclaim the broken trendline.
Stop Loss: Above the breakdown zone to avoid potential fakeouts.
Target Levels: Lower support zones for potential take-profit areas.
Conclusion:
The breakdown from the rising channel suggests a shift in market sentiment, with a bearish move likely. Traders should monitor price action for further confirmations.
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Any opinions, news, research, analysis, prices, or other information contained in my content (including live streams, videos, and posts) are provided as general market commentary only and do not constitute investment advice. BDRipTrades, BDelCiel, and Aligned & Wealthy LLC will not accept liability for any loss or damage, including but not limited to, any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from the use of or reliance on such information.
Accuracy of Information: The content I provide is subject to change at any time without notice and is intended solely for educational and informational purposes. While I strive for accuracy, I do not guarantee the completeness or reliability of any information. I am not responsible for any losses incurred due to reliance on any information shared through my platforms.
Government-Required Risk Disclaimer and Disclosure Statement:
CFTC RULE 4.41 - HYPOTHETICAL OR SIMULATED PERFORMANCE RESULTS HAVE CERTAIN LIMITATIONS. UNLIKE AN ACTUAL PERFORMANCE RECORD, SIMULATED RESULTS DO NOT REPRESENT ACTUAL TRADING. ALSO, SINCE THE TRADES HAVE NOT BEEN EXECUTED, THE RESULTS MAY HAVE UNDER-OR-OVER COMPENSATED FOR THE IMPACT, IF ANY, OF CERTAIN MARKET FACTORS, SUCH AS LACK OF LIQUIDITY. SIMULATED TRADING PROGRAMS IN GENERAL ARE ALSO SUBJECT TO THE FACT THAT THEY ARE DESIGNED WITH THE BENEFIT OF HINDSIGHT. NO REPRESENTATION IS BEING MADE THAT ANY ACCOUNT WILL OR IS LIKELY TO ACHIEVE PROFIT OR LOSSES SIMILAR TO THOSE SHOWN.
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CHINA’S TECH SURGE—AI HYPE, HOT MONEY, AND LINGERING DOUBTSCHINA’S TECH SURGE—AI HYPE, HOT MONEY, AND LINGERING DOUBTS
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Big News: China’s tech sector is on fire 🔥📈 in 2025, driven by AI breakthroughs and a softer regulatory vibe from Beijing. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index is up 13% YTD, outpacing the S&P 500 (+4%). Is this a tech golden age or a speculative bubble? Let’s break it down! 🚀
(2/9) – STOCKS IN FOCUS
• Alibaba: +50% (Hong Kong) 💥
• Xiaomi: +35% 📱
• Baidu: +30% 🔍
• BYD: +25% 🚗
The Hang Seng Tech Index has soared 30% since mid-January, hitting a 3-year high 🎉. Trading volumes are through the roof!
(3/9) – WHY THE SURGE?
• DeepSeek’s cost-effective AI model sparks global buzz 🤖
• Alibaba’s AI partnership with Apple + Jack Ma’s reappearance with Xi Jinping 🇨🇳
• Beijing hints at easing its tech crackdown, boosting investor confidence 💸
(4/9) – ‘HOT MONEY’ DRIVING THE RALLY
• Speculative capital—“hot money”—from hedge funds and retail traders fuels the boom 💨
• Trading volumes spike, but big institutional investors (pension funds, etc.) stay cautious 🧐
• Analysts warn: Momentum, not fundamentals, is driving this rally 📉
(5/9) – AI BREAKTHROUGHS: REAL OR HYPE?
• DeepSeek’s AI model hailed as a game-changer, but details are thin 🤔
• Social media buzz calls it a “bull market” for Chinese tech 🐂
• Critics say it’s more sentiment than substance—China’s history of overpromising looms large ⚠️
(6/9) – REGULATORY REPRIEVE OR TEMPORARY TRUCE?
• Xi Jinping meets tech leaders, signaling a thaw after years of crackdowns 🏛️
• Investors scour photos for clues—Alibaba and Tencent back in favor? 📸
• Skeptics question if it’s a genuine shift or a short-term tactic to prop up the economy 😬
(7/9) – RISKS VS. REWARDS
• Risks: Geopolitical tensions, trade tariffs, and competition from Western tech (e.g., Nvidia’s $589B drop) 🌍
• Rewards: If AI delivers and Beijing stays supportive, Chinese tech could dominate globally 🌟
• The rally’s fate hinges on sustainability—will the gains stick? 🤝
(8/9) – Will China’s tech surge last?
1️⃣ Yes—AI and policy shifts will fuel a new golden age.
2️⃣ Maybe—Short-term gains, but long-term doubts remain.
3️⃣ No—Speculative bubble will burst soon.
Vote below! 🗳️👇
(9/9) – FINAL TAKEAWAY
China’s tech rally is a wild ride 🌍—AI hype, “hot money,” and a regulatory truce are driving stocks sky-high. But with big investors on the sidelines and risks aplenty, it’s a fragile boom. Will Beijing and AI deliver, or is this another fleeting frenzy? Stay tuned! 💪
SOLANA ($SOL) – ROARING REVENUE & FIREDANCER POTENTIALSOLANA ( CRYPTOCAP:SOL ) – ROARING REVENUE & FIREDANCER POTENTIAL
(1/7)
Ecosystem Revenue: Solana’s Q4 2024 app revenue surged +213% to $840M (vs. $268M in Q3), largely driven by meme coin mania. Network revenue reached new highs—$517M in app revenue & $552M in real economic value in January alone! Let’s dig in. 🚀
(2/7) – ONCHAIN ACTIVITY
• DEX Volume in Jan: $339B
• Stablecoin supply: $11.4B
• TVL: $8.6B—all-time highs
• 18 Firedancer validators deployed in Q4, boosting transaction capacity
(3/7) – SECTOR SNAPSHOT
• Market cap: ~$88.6B (late Dec 2024)
• SOL token trades around $200–$300 per recent posts
• Some speculate SOL could hit $500–$1,000—strong fundamentals + revenue growth might point to undervaluation vs. Ethereum ⚖️
(4/7) – COMPETITIVE EDGE
• Outperforms many L1 peers in transaction volume, speed, and revenue
• Handles more transactions than all other chains combined (per X posts)
• DEX volume +150% to $3.3B daily in Q4—low fees & high throughput = user magnet 🕹️
(5/7) – RISK FACTORS
• Market Volatility: Crypto’s rollercoaster can swing SOL prices wildly
• Regulatory: US policy changes, token classification → potential headwinds
• Competition: Ethereum scaling (rollups) & new L1s (Aptos, Sui) loom
• Technical Risks: Firedancer delays or issues = potential network reliability concerns
(6/7) – SWOT HIGHLIGHTS
Strengths:
High TPS + low fees → leading L1 contender
Robust ecosystem growth (TVL, DEX, stablecoins)
Strong revenue: $840M Q4 app rev, $517M in Jan alone
Weaknesses:
Heavy reliance on meme coin activity for recent revenue
Centralization worries due to validator concentration
Opportunities:
Solana ETF approval → institutional inflows 🌐
Firedancer aiming for 1M TPS, tech superiority
Expansion into DePIN, PayFi → new revenue streams
Threats:
US regulatory clampdowns
Ethereum’s scaling solutions & emerging L1 competition
Meme coin hype dying down, revenue from speculation dips
(7/7) – Is Solana undervalued or overhyped?
1️⃣ Bullish—Firedancer + revenue surge = unstoppable 🚀
2️⃣ Neutral—Impressive growth, but watch the meme factor 🤔
3️⃣ Bearish—Competition, centralization concerns… pass 🐻
Vote below! 🗳️👇
INTEL ($INTC) – BOUNCING BACK OR STUCK IN TRANSITION?INTEL ( NASDAQ:INTC ) – BOUNCING BACK OR STUCK IN TRANSITION?
(1/9)
Q4 2024 revenue beat forecasts at $14.3B (vs. $13.8B est.), up 7% from Q3 but still -7% YoY—highlighting Intel’s ups and downs. Looking ahead? Q1 2025 guidance points to $11.7-$12.7B in revenue and break-even EPS, hinting continued headwinds. Let’s dive in! 🔎
(2/9) – EARNINGS SNAPSHOT
• Q4 non-GAAP EPS: $0.13 (beat by $0.01), down sharply from $0.54 a year ago
• GAAP earnings hurt by $15.9B in impairment + $2.8B restructuring charges
• Gross margin set to drop from 42.1% to 36% next quarter—Ouch!
(3/9) – SIGNIFICANT FINANCIAL EVENTS
• Exploring AI chip partnership w/ TSMC: Could bolster Intel’s AI presence
• Targeting SEED_TVCODER77_ETHBTCDATA:10B in cost cuts by 2025, citing big strides in Q3 2024
• Foundry services sees $4.5B revenue in Q4, improved operating loss due to EUV wafer mix—positive sign ⚙️
(4/9) – CONTEXT & CHALLENGES
• 2024 free cash flow: - $15.1B (vs. +$21.4B in 2020)—hurts liquidity 💸
• Declining YoY revenue + margin pressure reflect stiff competition & big CapEx
• Intel pivoting to AI & foundry services, but near-term growth remains sluggish
(5/9) – SECTOR COMPARISON
• Forward P/E ~16, trailing P/E ~72.50 = low profitability vs. AMD/NVIDIA’s sky-high multiples
• P/B ~1.06, P/S ~1.5-2 → Intel looks “cheap” compared to peers (e.g., NVIDIA P/S ~20+!)
• Stock’s -51.67% over the last year, underperforming the semiconductor sector (+96.5%) 😬
(6/9) – UNDERVALUATION OR VALUE TRAP?
• Analysts’ intrinsic value: ~$19.37-$31.27 vs. current ~$20.97 → near fair value or slightly undervalued 🤔
• But big risks: negative cash flow, competitive drubbing from AMD/NVIDIA, repeated delays…
• The market’s discount might be warranted given Intel’s execution hurdles
(7/9) – KEY RISKS
• Competitive Pressures: AMD & NVIDIA dominating AI/data center 💻
• Execution Delays: Roadmap slips for Panther Lake (2H 2025) & Clearwater Forest (2026)
• Financial Strain: High CapEx, negative FCF, suspended dividend in 2024 🚧
• Macro & Geopolitics: Trade tensions (esp. in China) + economic headwinds
(8/9) – SWOT HIGHLIGHTS
Strengths:
Established brand, PC/server CPU leader
Foundry expansion, AI PC push
Cost cuts boosting operational efficiency
Weaknesses:
Market share losses, negative FCF
Delays in product launches, high CapEx
Complex design + manufacturing model
Opportunities:
AI & foundry growth via TSMC tie-ups
Government support (CHIPS Act)
Undervaluation if turnaround succeeds
Threats:
Fierce competition ( NASDAQ:AMD , NASDAQ:NVDA )
Regulatory & trade risks (China)
Rapid AI market evolution leaving Intel behind
(9/9) Is Intel the next big turnaround story or a sinking ship?
1️⃣ Massive comeback—AI + foundry = unstoppable!
2️⃣ Meh—They’ll recover somewhat, but not lead the pack
3️⃣ Doom—Delays, negative FCF, stiff competition… pass
Vote below! 🗳️👇
GOLDMAN SACHS’ NEAR-$2B CRYPTO ETF BETGOLDMAN SACHS’ NEAR- SEED_TVCODER77_ETHBTCDATA:2B CRYPTO ETF BET
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Goldman Sachs just revealed a massive crypto ETF position—nearly SEED_TVCODER77_ETHBTCDATA:2B in Bitcoin and Ethereum funds, per an SEC filing. Let’s break down the details and see what it means for traditional finance! 🚀💸
(2/8) – HOLDINGS SNAPSHOT
• Bitcoin ETFs: $1.63B total
24,077,861 shares in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) (~$1.33B)
3,530,486 shares of Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin (FBTC) (~$300M)
49,183 shares of Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) (~$3.7M)
• Ethereum ETFs: $196.3M total
7,024,747 shares in Fidelity’s Ethereum Fund (FETH) (~$191.1M)
200,000 shares of Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust (~$5.1M)
(3/8) – ETFS: BRIDGING TRADFI & CRYPTO
• First approved in 2024, BTC & ETH ETFs let institutions gain crypto exposure without holding coins directly
• Perfect for “regulated” banks like Goldman, bridging Wall Street with digital assets 🏦
(4/8) – GOLDMAN’S STANCE ON DIRECT CRYPTO
• CEO David Solomon: “We’re a regulated bank, can’t own crypto as principal.” ⚖️
• They advise clients & dabble in ETFs, but can’t yet park BTC on their balance sheet due to regs
• Hints at how major banks remain cautious, even with big bets
(5/8) – WHY IT MATTERS*
• SEED_TVCODER77_ETHBTCDATA:2B in BTC & ETH ETFs = a serious vote of confidence in crypto’s future
• Encourages other institutional players to follow suit—if Goldman is in, who’s next? 🤔
• Demonstrates that “indirect” ownership is how TradFi is tiptoeing into crypto markets
(6/8) – REGULATORY OVERHANG*
• The bank can’t directly hold crypto due to existing rules, but invests heavily via approved ETFs
• Raises questions: will we see a day when Goldman (and others) hold actual BTC or ETH on their balance sheets? 🚪
(7/8) – Is SEED_TVCODER77_ETHBTCDATA:2B in BTC & ETH ETFs the start of a bigger Goldman crypto push?
1️⃣ Yes—They’ll expand once regs loosen 🚀
2️⃣ No—They’re staying in the safe zone 🤔
3️⃣ Unsure—Too many regulatory question marks ⚖️
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TESLA ($TSLA) – PRICE CUTS, NEW MODELS & SHRINKING MARGINSTESLA ( NASDAQ:TSLA ) – PRICE CUTS, NEW MODELS & SHRINKING MARGINS
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Tesla’s Q4 2024 revenue came in at $25.17B (+1% YoY), missing estimates of $25.87B. Full-year revenue hit $97.69B, only slightly above 2023. Let’s break down the numbers! 🚗⚡️
(2/8) – EARNINGS SNAPSHOT
• Q4 non-GAAP EPS: $0.71 (vs. $0.74 est.)
• Net income slipped from $2.51B (Q1 ‘23) to $1.13B (Q1 ‘24) → margin pressures
• Full-year EPS: $2.04. Investors are edgy over slowing profit growth 😬
(3/8) – NEW AFFORDABLE EV
• Tesla plans to launch a lower-priced EV mid-2025—could spark future growth 🚀
• However, concerns linger about declining margins due to recent price cuts & softening EV demand 🔻
(4/8) – SECTOR SNAPSHOT
• P/E trailing: 177.26, forward P/E: 124.35 → major premium vs. Toyota (~8.5) & GM (~8.7) 🔎
• EV/EBITDA: 87.53—again, quite high
• Analyst avg. PT: $307.62 vs. current ~$355 → Some see overvaluation 📈
(5/8) – PERFORMANCE & COMPETITION
• Tesla’s revenue growth lags behind EV rivals like BYD (especially in China) 🇨🇳
• High valuation is tough to justify if margins keep slipping & demand cools
• Others note the potential for a “market correction” if Tesla doesn’t re-accelerate growth 🔻
(6/8) – RISK FACTORS
• EV Demand Slowdown: Price cuts & fierce competition in China
• Production Delays: Cybertruck & new affordable EV might take time to ramp
• Regulatory: Shifts in incentives or rules could slow sales 📉
• Economic Pressure: High interest rates = less consumer cash for big-ticket items
• Elon Musk: Diverted focus (X, SpaceX) + polarizing behavior 🌀
(7/8) – SWOT HIGHLIGHTS
Strengths:
Leading EV brand & loyal customer base 🔥
Diversified streams (storage, solar) → less auto reliance
Massive market cap at $1.16T shows confidence
Weaknesses:
Shrinking margins (~17.86% in 2024)
Production hiccups → scaling issues
Sky-high valuations vulnerable to correction
Opportunities:
2025 mass-market EV could open huge demand 🚗💨
AI & autonomy (FSD, robotaxis) for new revenue
Energy storage growth offsetting auto slowdowns 🔋
Threats:
Competition from BYD, GM, etc.
Lawsuits & regulatory scrutiny (discrimination, product defects)
Global economic uncertainty → lower vehicle sales
(8/8) – With Tesla trading around $355 & a P/E near 177, is it still worth the premium?
1️⃣ Bullish—Musk’s vision & new EV model = unstoppable 🚀
2️⃣ Neutral—Waiting to see if margins recover 🤔
3️⃣ Bearish—Overvalued, competition is heating up 🐻
Vote below! 🗳️👇
COINBASE ($COIN) – RECORD EARNINGS, VOLATILE REACTIONCOINBASE ( NASDAQ:COIN ) – RECORD EARNINGS, VOLATILE REACTION
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Coinbase just posted a Q4 2024 revenue of $2.27B (+138% YoY, +89% QoQ!)—crushing estimates of $1.87B. Transaction revenue soared 194% YoY to $1.6B. Ready to dive in? Let’s go! 🚀💸
(2/8) – EARNINGS BEAT
• EPS: $4.68, smashing estimates of $2.04 🤯
• Net income: up 300% YoY, fueled by trading volume +185% 📈
• Assets on platform: +46%, sign of growing trust and adoption 👥
(3/8) – STOCK REACTION?
• Surprisingly flat or slightly down post-earnings 🤔
• Market may have priced in these mega-growth numbers already
• High beta (3.61) means volatility—strap in! ⚠️
(4/8) – SECTOR SNAPSHOT
• P/E ratio ~49.5 (forward 43.76)—high, but robust growth could justify 🏦
• Analysts’ avg. price target: $274.65 vs. current price ~$300—some see overvaluation unless growth keeps surging 💹
• Faster revenue growth than many fintech peers, yet higher volatility 🌀
(5/8) – RISKS TO WATCH
• Crypto Volatility: If the market cools, trading volume slides 😰
• Regulatory Battles: SEC classification = potential compliance woes ⚖️
• Competition: Binance, Kraken, DeFi—Coinbase must keep innovating 🏁
• Economic Sensitivity: Slowdowns can reduce trading appetite 🌐
(6/8) – SWOT HIGHLIGHTS
Strengths:
• U.S. market leader, regulatory advantage 🇺🇸
• Growing subscription/services revenue (+71% YoY)
• User base & brand loyalty remain strong 🌟
Weaknesses:
• Reliance on crypto market sentiment → volatility
• Elevated valuation vs. peers, less margin for error
Opportunities:
• Expand into regions with surging crypto adoption 🌍
• Tokenization, stablecoins, new blockchain products
• Potentially friendlier crypto regs = less legal risk 👀
Threats:
• Regulatory crackdowns → higher costs, narrower product offerings
• DeFi could disrupt centralized exchanges
• Market saturation → possible price wars 💢
(7/8) –Is Coinbase overvalued at $300 despite epic growth?
1️⃣ Bullish—Crypto momentum will keep fueling NASDAQ:COIN 🚀
2️⃣ Neutral—Growth is great, but so is the price 🤔
3️⃣ Bearish—Regulatory & competition threats loom large 🐻
Vote below! 🗳️👇