Nasdaq-100 Daily Newsletter
Nasdaq-100 Daily Newsletter: Market updates, top movers, and sector analysis at a glance.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
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Nasdaq-100 Daily Market Update
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The tech-heavy index is currently trading at 19,410.14, representing a -0.09% change.
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Market Snapshot
Index |
Price |
Change |
NASDAQ 100 |
19,410.14 |
-0.09% |
S&P 500 |
5,527.77 |
-0.02% |
Dow Jones Industrial Average |
40,398.22 |
+0.42% |
NASDAQ Composite |
17,345.66 |
-0.12% |
CBOE Volatility Index |
25.46 |
+1.23% |
Dow Jones Industrial Average
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Top Gainers
Symbol |
Name |
Price |
Change |
Volume |
MSFT |
Microsoft Corporation |
393.29 |
+0.54% |
1.45M |
AAPL |
Apple Inc. |
210.97 |
+0.39% |
5.60M |
NVDA |
NVIDIA Corporation |
108.81 |
+0.07% |
24.64M |
COST |
Costco Wholesale Corporation |
978.60 |
+0.01% |
148.16K |
AVGO |
Broadcom Inc. |
192.43 |
+-0.02% |
1.27M |
Microsoft Corporation
$393.29
NVIDIA Corporation
$108.81
Costco Wholesale Corporation
$978.60
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Top Losers
Symbol |
Name |
Price |
Change |
Volume |
AMZN |
Amazon.com, Inc. |
185.00 |
-1.44% |
9.14M |
GOOGL |
Alphabet Inc. |
158.38 |
-1.39% |
5.20M |
TSLA |
Tesla, Inc. |
283.69 |
-0.77% |
16.34M |
PEP |
PepsiCo, Inc. |
133.28 |
-0.36% |
934.41K |
META |
Meta Platforms, Inc. |
549.30 |
-0.08% |
1.43M |
Meta Platforms, Inc.
$549.30
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Market Summary
The Nasdaq-100 index exhibits marginal movement today, currently at 19,410.143, reflecting a slight decline of -0.09%. This muted performance suggests investor hesitancy amid ongoing economic uncertainty and anticipation of upcoming corporate earnings reports.
Key trends influencing technology stocks today include persistent inflationary concerns, fluctuating bond yields, and renewed scrutiny of regulatory landscapes. Furthermore, the market absorbs recent economic data releases, analyzing their potential impact on future Federal Reserve policy decisions. This cautious sentiment underscores the sensitivity of the tech sector to macroeconomic conditions.
- Top performing sectors outside tech show strength in defensive plays: Real Estate: 0.87098%, Utilities: 0.74922%, and Industrials: 0.6115%.
- Conversely, sectors exhibiting weakness include: Financials: -0.44702%, Consumer Cyclical: -0.43552%, and Communication Services: -0.29853%, potentially reflecting concerns about consumer spending and economic growth.
- Notable gainers within the Nasdaq-100 include MSFT: 0.54%, AAPL: 0.39%, and NVDA: 0.07%.
- Notable losers include AMZN: -1.44%, GOOGL: -1.39%, and TSLA: -0.77%, possibly influenced by company-specific news and broader market sentiment.
Looking ahead to tomorrow, the Nasdaq-100's performance likely hinges on further corporate earnings announcements and any updates regarding inflation and economic indicators. Continued volatility is expected as investors assess the evolving economic landscape and its implications for future growth prospects within the tech sector.
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Sector Performance
Today's Sector Movements
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Communication Services
-0.30%
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Consumer Defensive
-0.06%
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Information Technology
-0.03%
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Market News
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Upcoming S&P 500 Events
Key Economic Events
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Unemployment Rate (Mar)
PH - Previous: 3.8
Time TBA
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Medium
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Ai Group Industry Index (Apr)
AU - Previous: -22.2
Time TBA
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Medium
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Unemployment Rate (Q1)
NZ - Previous: 5.1
Time TBA
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High
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S&P 500 Upcoming Earnings
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GLW - undefined
Est. EPS: $0.54
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ETR - undefined
Est. EPS: $0.82
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LH - undefined
Est. EPS: N/A
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Custom Ticker Analysis
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AMZN
Amazon.com, Inc.
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$184.82
↓ 1.53%
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Market Cap
$1,961,384,829,240
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P/E Ratio
33.36
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EPS
$5.54
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Volume
9.08M
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Avg Volume
49.74M
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Beta
N/A
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Dividend Yield
N/A
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52W Low
$151.61
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52W High
$242.52
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Amazon's stock price currently sits at $184.82, reflecting a recent decline of 1.53%. While this represents a dip, it's important to consider the broader context of the 52-week range ($151.61 - $242.52), indicating the current price is closer to the upper end of its recent performance. With a massive market capitalization of nearly $2 trillion, Amazon remains a dominant force. A key factor impacting Amazon's stock price is the current economic environment, impacting consumer spending on discretionary items, a core component of Amazon's revenue. While the PE ratio of 33.36 suggests the stock isn't cheap compared to earnings ($5.54 EPS), it also reflects market expectations for future growth. The lack of a dividend yield is consistent with Amazon's historical focus on reinvesting profits for expansion. Unfortunately, with Beta being unavailable, it's impossible to assess the stock's volatility relative to the market at this time.
The absence of Price/Book and Price/Sales data limits a comprehensive valuation analysis. However, considering Amazon's expansive business model, including e-commerce, cloud computing (AWS), advertising, and subscription services, understanding the performance and outlook for each segment is crucial. The company's profitability may be influenced by factors like inflation, supply chain disruptions, and competition. Focus on cost management and efficiency, alongside innovative new services, will likely be key drivers of future profitability.
Amazon's future outlook will likely depend on its ability to navigate economic uncertainty and maintain growth in its various segments. Innovation, expansion into new markets, and the continued strength of AWS will be crucial factors. Investors should monitor the evolving regulatory landscape, competitive pressures, and Amazon's success in maintaining its market share and customer loyalty. Further analysis using additional valuation metrics and a deeper understanding of the broader market context is recommended before making investment decisions.
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SPT
Sprout Social, Inc.
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$21.20
↑ +0.64%
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Market Cap
$1,233,607,449
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P/E Ratio
-19.45
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EPS
$-1.09
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Volume
13.40K
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Avg Volume
729.56K
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Beta
N/A
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Dividend Yield
N/A
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52W Low
$18.52
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52W High
$51.86
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Sprout Social (SPT) is currently trading at $21.20, showing a slight positive change of 0.64%. With a market capitalization of $1.23 billion, the stock has seen significant volatility over the past year, trading within a 52-week range of $18.52 to $51.86. This indicates a substantial drop from its highs. A key factor affecting SPT is its current unprofitability, evidenced by the negative EPS of $-1.09 and a negative PE ratio of -19.45. The lack of a beta and price/book ratio makes assessing volatility and evaluating the stock relative to its net asset value challenging. Furthermore, the absence of a dividend yield makes it less attractive to income-seeking investors. The available data suggests SPT is a growth-oriented stock whose valuation is likely based on future earnings potential rather than current financial performance.
The negative profitability metrics suggest SPT is still investing heavily in growth, potentially in areas like product development or market expansion. The significant price decline from its 52-week high raises concerns about the market's confidence in the company's ability to achieve profitability. The absence of key metrics like Beta, Price/Book, and Price/Sales makes a comprehensive analysis difficult. However, the current price point, significantly lower than the 52-week high, could present an opportunity for investors who believe in the long-term prospects of the social media management software market and SPT's potential to capture a larger share.
Further research is needed to fully understand SPT's financial health and competitive landscape. Investigating revenue growth, customer acquisition costs, and market share trends will be essential for assessing the company's long-term potential. Until the company demonstrates a path to profitability, investing in SPT carries significant risk. Investors should carefully weigh these factors before making any investment decisions.
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OPRA
Opera Limited
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$16.58
↑ +0.30%
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Market Cap
$741,962,444
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P/E Ratio
18.42
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EPS
$0.90
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Volume
92.84K
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Avg Volume
524.12K
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Beta
N/A
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Dividend Yield
N/A
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52W Low
$10.11
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52W High
$22.50
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Opera Limited (OPRA) is currently trading at $16.58, showing a marginal increase of 0.30%. With a market capitalization of $741.96 million, the stock sits within its 52-week range of $10.11 to $22.50, suggesting moderate volatility. While a PE ratio of 18.42 and an EPS of $0.90 indicate profitability, the absence of data for Beta, Price/Book, and Price/Sales limits a comprehensive valuation analysis. Notably, there is no dividend yield, meaning investors are solely reliant on share price appreciation for returns. The lack of a beta value makes it difficult to assess the stock's volatility relative to the market.
Key factors impacting OPRA likely include its performance in the competitive browser market, its strategic focus on emerging markets, and the growth of its other business segments like gaming and fintech. Analyzing recent performance requires access to more granular data, such as quarterly earnings reports and user growth metrics. The provided information doesn't give insights into the company's revenue growth or debt levels, which are crucial factors in forming a complete picture. The missing data points highlight the limitations of this snapshot and the need for deeper research before making any investment decisions.
While OPRA demonstrates some degree of profitability based on the PE ratio and EPS, the lack of information regarding its financial leverage, revenue growth, and market volatility makes it difficult to assess its true value and potential outlook. Investors should prioritize gathering additional information on key performance indicators and market trends impacting the company before forming an investment thesis. The absence of a dividend yield further emphasizes the importance of understanding the company's growth prospects for potential capital gains.
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Sector Rotation Analysis
Sector Performance Heat Map
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Consumer Cyclical
-0.43552%
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Communication Services
-0.29853%
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Consumer Defensive
-0.05942%
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Information Technology
-0.03035%
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Money Flow Summary
Money is flowing into: Real Estate, Utilities, Industrials
Money is flowing out of: Communication Services, Consumer Cyclical, Financials
Largest sector rotation: From Financials (-0.44702%) to Real Estate (0.87098%)
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View Detailed Analysis
Detailed Money Flow Analysis
Sector Rotation Analysis:
Today's market activity shows a significant rotation from Communication Services, Consumer Cyclical, Financials into Real Estate, Utilities, Industrials. This rotation pattern suggests that investors are becoming more defensive in the current market environment.
Volume Analysis:
Trading volumes in Real Estate stocks are notably higher than their 30-day average, confirming the strength of this rotation. Meanwhile, Communication Services stocks are seeing below-average volumes, suggesting a lack of buying interest rather than aggressive selling.
Historical Context:
This type of sector rotation has historically occurred when economic growth concerns emerge or during periods of market uncertainty. Investors should monitor whether this rotation continues in the coming days to confirm if this is the beginning of a new trend.
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