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A preview of Meta Platforms' Q4 2025 earnings, highlighting the pivotal shift to an AGI-focused "AI Arms Race." The article details strong expected ad revenue growth vs. massive capital expenditure (CapEx) on AI infrastructure ($70-72B for 2025, $100B+ feared for 2026). It also examines Zuckerberg's "Founder Mode," valuation anomalies, and provides bull, base, and bear case scenarios based on the critical 2026 CapEx guidance.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is gaining momentum as sector rotation favours financials and small caps over mega-cap tech. With US banks set to report Q4 earnings, volatility is likely to rise. Technical signals point to an accelerating uptrend in the DJIA, with a breakout above record highs opening the door to further upside, while key supports define near-term risk

2025 Market Review & 2026 Outlook: The "Debasement Trade" rewrote the playbook in 2025. We analyze the surge in metals and semiconductors, highlighting the divergence between Nvidia's dominance and Amazon's struggles. Looking to 2026, we explore the critical rotation from AI hardware to energy utilities.

In this most recent episode, TraderNick leads the discussion on the latest in monetary policy, especially regarding how the Fed is balancing its dual mandate, recent stock market trends, and furthering the conversation on worldwide sovereign debt.

Join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart as they discuss the latest in central bank monetary policy, including the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England, Friday’s sell-off in US equities, the US dollar, and more.

US stocks fell as Broadcom's AI profit warning fueled bubble fears and hawkish Fed officials Schmid and Goolsbee warned against early rate cuts. With the S&P 500's 9000 break in doubt, bulls look to strong December seasonality and the Santa Claus Rally.

In today's episode, TraderNick and podcast host Jonny Hart discuss today's lackluster performance from US tech equities, especially concerning AI stocks, with a cloud still being cast over valuations. Otherwise, we look ahead to a busy week of trading, with a decision by the Bank of England likely to offer the first cut since June.

Apple (APPL) and Amazon (AMZN) Technical Analysis: The week opens with a red but calm session. With the FOMC approaching, volatility stays contained, ranges establish and we enjoy the opportunity to dive into the some of the biggest names in this Tech/AI Rally. Today, we dive into the last edition of this series, looking at Weekly and intraday charts for AMZN and AAPL.

Microsoft (MSFT) and Alphabet (GOOG) Technical Analysis: Tech giants face diverging paths as volatility shakes the sector. Microsoft struggles with confused reports on AI sales targets, while Alphabet maintains relative strength. With the World Cup event distracting traders and the Federal Reserve meeting looming, we analyze the technical setup for these key market leaders.

Meta and Nvidia Technical Analysis: Stock Markets are seeing extreme caution, with conflicting jobs data creating macro confusion. The key debate remains: Is the rally led by the "Magnificent Seven" an AI Bubble or the start of a new Market Supercycle? We dive into the specific stories of Meta and Nvidia to see if the technicals align with the promise of the supercycle.