Money

Markets are on a winning streak, so why is Tesla struggling?

Published

2 years ago

January 26, 2024

The S&P 500 extended its remarkable winning streak, reaching an all-time high for the fifth consecutive session, fueled by robust U.S. economic growth data for the fourth quarter.

Meanwhile, electric vehicle giant Tesla faced a significant setback as it tumbled in response to a disappointing sales forecast.

This recent surge in the S&P 500 marks the first time in two years that it has achieved record highs, driven by optimism about the economy, lower interest rates, and growing investments in artificial intelligence.

Tesla experienced a sharp decline of 12%, hitting its lowest point since May 2023.

Impacted margins

CEO Elon Musk’s warning of slower sales growth in the coming year, despite price reductions that have negatively impacted margins, contributed to this decline.

As a result, Tesla’s market value dropped to approximately $580 billion, falling below Eli Lilly (LLY.N) and just above Broadcom (AVGO.O).

Contrary to predictions of a recession following the Federal Reserve’s aggressive interest rate hikes, the U.S. economy exhibited faster-than-expected growth in the December quarter, with a full-year growth rate of 2.5%.

Strong consumer spending played a pivotal role in this economic resilience.

Jobless claims

Additional data revealed that initial jobless claims for the week ending January 20 rose to 214,000, exceeding the estimated figure of 200,000.

Investors are eagerly anticipating quarterly results from tech giants such as Apple (AAPL.O), Microsoft (MSFT.O), Amazon (AMZN.O), Alphabet (GOOGL.O), and Meta Platforms (META.O) in the coming week, which will provide insights into whether their high valuations are justified after significant stock surges since 2022.

EV losses

Following Tesla’s quarterly report, other electric car manufacturers also experienced losses. Rivian Automotive (RIVN.O) dropped 2.2%, and Lucid Group (LCID.O) fell by 6.7%.

American Airlines (AAL.O) reported a 10.3% increase as it predicted upbeat annual profits.

Highest consumer financial stress level in three years

Among the S&P 500 companies that have reported earnings thus far, an impressive 82% have exceeded expectations, surpassing the long-term average beat rate of 67%.

Boeing (BA.N) faced a 5.7% decline after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration prohibited the troubled planemaker from expanding the production of its 737 MAX narrowbody planes.

Advancing stocks outnumbered declining ones within the S&P 500 (.AD.SPX) with a ratio of 4.0 to one. The S&P 500 marked 50 new highs and two new lows, while the Nasdaq recorded 97 new highs and 119 new lows.

Money

RBA rate shock: ASX200, Gold and Crypto market

RBA’s interest rate shift impacts ASX200, AUD; gold/silver rebound analyzed amidst upcoming economic data and crypto market navigation.

Published

16 hours ago

February 10, 2026

Harvey Vargas

RBA’s interest rate shift impacts ASX200, AUD; gold/silver rebound analyzed amidst upcoming economic data and crypto market navigation.

The RBA’s latest interest rate decision has sent ripples through the ASX200 and AUD, leaving investors weighing what comes next. We break down how these changes could affect global equities ahead of this week’s crucial non-farm payroll and consumer price index releases.

Zoran Kresovic from Blueberry Markets shares his analysis on the rebound in gold and silver after recent market turbulence, and what factors could drive further gains or sell-offs in the commodities market.

We also dive into the current state of cryptocurrencies, exploring how investors can navigate volatility and what to watch as economic data continues to shape market sentiment.

Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker – https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker

#RBA #ASX200 #GoldMarket #SilverRebound #CryptoUpdate #InvestingTips #MarketVolatility #EconomicOutlook

Money

Dow hits record while tech stocks drive market gains

S&P 500 rose 0.7% with Nvidia and Broadcom driving gains; investors await delayed January jobs and inflation reports.

Published

17 hours ago

February 10, 2026

Harvey Vargas

S&P 500 rose 0.7% with Nvidia and Broadcom driving gains; investors await delayed January jobs and inflation reports.

The S&P 500 rose 0.7% on Monday, powered by gains in technology stocks, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average hit new heights. Investors are eagerly awaiting crucial economic reports this week.

Nvidia and Broadcom were among the standout performers, climbing 3% and 4% respectively, continuing the momentum from the previous session. The market rebound comes after significant losses earlier last week, with the Dow exceeding 50,000 for the first time ever on Friday.

Investors now turn their attention to the delayed January jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, due Wednesday, and the consumer price index for January, expected Friday with a 2.5% annual rise.

Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker – https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker

Money

Tech stocks slide as investors rotate into small-cap and value plays

Nasdaq drops 1.84% amid turbulent week; investors pivot to cyclical and value sectors from high-growth tech.

Published

2 days ago

February 9, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Nasdaq drops 1.84% amid turbulent week; investors pivot to cyclical and value sectors from high-growth tech.

U.S. equity markets wrapped up a turbulent week with mixed results. The Nasdaq Composite fell 1.84%, marking its worst week for large-cap technology stocks since November, while the S&P 500 remained largely unchanged. Investors are weighing concerns about artificial intelligence and potential overinvestment in high-growth areas.

Meanwhile, smaller-cap and value-oriented stocks continued to add to their year-to-date gains. Market participants rotated into cyclical sectors that had lagged, reflecting a shift in investor sentiment and appetite for risk outside the traditional tech heavyweights.

Analysts say this rotation highlights the broader market’s evolving dynamics, as growth concerns collide with opportunities in underappreciated areas. Stay tuned for further developments as the market digests these trends.

Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker – https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker