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Wednesday, July 24

VGT [-2.4%]
Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) decreased by -1.6% in response to the S&P 500 Index moving -1.14%, showcasing a strong historical correlation. Key holdings such as NVDA, MSFT, AAPL, AVGO, and QCOM contributed to the ETF's performance decline, with concerns over Nvidia GPU availability impacting Tesla's supercomputer, Microsoft's partnership with Lumen Technologies for digital transformation, and Apple facing investigations into anti-competitive practices in Spain and potential benefits from reduced smartphone import taxes in India.

TSM | $162.14 | -4.6% | -191.6B

NVDA | $117.88 | -3.7% | -108.0B

AAPL | $218.51 | -2.9% | -96.6B

LUMN | +7.4% | +120.0M
Lumen Technologies Inc's stock price surged by 8.1% after announcing a strategic partnership with Microsoft Corp, focusing on utilizing the Microsoft Cloud to drive digital transformation and enhance network capacity to meet AI-related demands on datacenters. This collaboration aims to boost Lumen's infrastructure, support AI initiatives, and drive growth through innovation and operational optimization, potentially increasing cash flow by over $20 million in the next year. The companies have a history of leveraging technology for efficiency gains, with the partnership expected to have significant implications for both firms in enhancing user experiences on a large scale.

AAPL | -2.8% | -94.0B
Apple Inc's stock price dropped significantly by -2.6% since the previous close, aligning with the broader market sentiment as reflected by ProShares UltraPro QQQ and the Nasdaq 100 Index. Recent news includes Spain's CNMC investigating Apple for anti-competitive practices related to the App Store, a bounced settlement check in the "batterygate" case, and JPMorgan raising Apple's price target by 20%. Reports suggest Apple may incorporate Samsung's advanced camera sensor in its 2026 iPhone models, potentially disrupting Sony's monopoly. Social media buzz surrounds Apple's potential development of a foldable iPhone by 2026, alongside ongoing investigations into its app store policies and adjustments to price targets by financial institutions like JP Morgan and Barclays.

MSFT | -2.6% | -82.5B
Microsoft Corp's stock price decreased by 1.2% following a strategic partnership with Lumen Technologies to enhance digital transformation using the Microsoft Cloud for AI-driven datacenter demands. Evercore raised Microsoft's price target to $500, maintaining an outperform rating. Expectations for Q4 FY2024 earnings reveal an EPS estimate increase to $2.93 and a revenue estimate rise to $64.3B. The market saw a strong correlation with TQQQ dropping by 4.36% and the Nasdaq 100 Index decreasing by 1.63%, aligning with Microsoft's price movement. Analysts note Microsoft's focus on AI innovation and long-term network infrastructure investments amidst competition concerns and a forward P/E ratio exceeding the sector median.

QCOM | -4.8% | -9.8B
Qualcomm Inc experienced a -4.3% price decline, influenced by mixed options trades targeting price territories between $177.5 to $200. Analysts' price targets vary from $200 to $250 amidst uncertainty. Noteworthy options activity includes calls and puts with different sentiment types. RSI indicators suggest a neutral position at $186.66. Baird raised Qualcomm's price target to an undisclosed amount. The recent decrease in United States EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change and gasoline stocks led to increased volatility in QCOM and the Information Technology sector due to their historical correlation with such events. Correlated assets like TQQQ and US100/USD also experienced significant drops, potentially impacting Qualcomm's decline.

NVDA | -3.7% | -106.0B
NVIDIA Corp's stock price decreased by a notable amount following Elon Musk's remarks during Tesla's earnings call, expressing concerns about high demand for Nvidia GPUs affecting availability. This coincided with Nvidia approving Samsung's HBM3 chips for AI processors in China to diversify suppliers amid surging chip demand. Musk's discussion of Tesla utilizing Nvidia GPUs for AI training, along with competition from companies like Meta, may have impacted Nvidia's market position within the GPU industry. Analysts note Nvidia's pivotal role in artificial intelligence despite concerns about its high valuation, recognizing the company's dominance in GPU technology, particularly with its new Blackwell chips, positioning it favorably in a rapidly growing market.

ROP | -7.5% | -4.3B
Roper Technologies Inc. witnessed a significant price drop due to forecasting Q3 profits below estimates, influenced by cautious spending and delayed contract renewals in an uncertain economy. The company reported Q2 revenue and earnings below analyst expectations, with adjusted diluted earnings per share missing estimates. Despite this, Roper Technologies updated its 2024 full-year adjusted diluted earnings-per-share forecast, anticipating a recovery in enterprise software demand. Operating in segments including application software, network software, and technology-enabled products, all segments reported revenue below analyst estimates for the quarter ended June 30. Additionally, the company released Q2 earnings higher than expected and raised their EPS and revenue guidance for FY2024.

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