Weekly Report - Signal from 3 Wall Street Titans - 5 Picks - MOAT of Midas Touch Update

Is It Time to Rethink Your Investments 💥 - Sound the Alarm Signal 💸 - Insider Intel: Following the Big Money 📈

Hi fellow investors and welcome back for a Quant-data driven analysis for the week ahead.

Updates:

• The Big Players Are Making Unusual Moves

• Thursday 2 new addition to the MOAT of Midas Touch Portfolio growing by +300%.

• Tuesday addition in the in-depth stocks which I will build into made-easy portfolio index.

• 5 Weekly Picks

🌟 Warren Buffett - David Tepper - Terry Smith

If you're keeping tabs on the financial world, you might have noticed some intriguing moves by some of the biggest names in investing. Warren Buffett, David Tepper, and Terry Smith—three of the most respected investors

💼 Insider Intel: Following the Big Money

The common thread among these investors is a belief that stock valuations are too high right now. One key metric supporting this idea is the Shiller Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio.

🔮 Recap & Next Week's Forecast

Dive deep into our comprehensive analysis. But that's not all – Quant data-driven predictions for the coming week, including events that could shake things up.

Let's dive in and make some smart moves! 💰🚀

Short Term Update - Newest Additions

Market Movements: Navigating the Shifts

Recent updates reveal notable changes across various sectors:

• 3D Systems ( DDD 0.00%↑ ) is printing its way to the top! With a whopping 23.23% position change and 3 Buys, this 3D printing pioneer is crafting quite the comeback story. Is it time to dimension up your portfolio?

• Guardant Health ( GH 0.00%↑ ) is playing doctor with our expectations. A -0.59% price dip might look like a fever, but that 39.67% position change and 23 Buys suggest this health tech dynamo might have the cure for your portfolio blues.

• Blade Air Mobility ( BLDE 0.00%↑ ) is soaring through turbulence. A 1.16% price uptick might seem like smooth sailing, but hold onto your hats - that 185.18% position change and 15 Buys hint at some serious altitude gain ahead!

Early week updates highlight these intriguing movements.

Early week updates and additions.

Strategic Shifts in Focus

Mid-week updates reveal ongoing strategic adjustments in key sectors:

• VectorVest ( VEEV 0.00%↑ s on a wild ride! With a hefty -71.05% position change and 22 Sales, this market darling is giving investors vertigo. Is it time to parachute out or strap in for the climb?

• Robinhood ( HOOD 0.00%↑ ) is playing Robin Hood in reverse. A 0.53% price uptick might look like a bull's arrow, but that -49.77% position change and 25 Sales suggest this merry band might be raiding their own coffers.

• Roblox ( RBLX 0.00%↑ ) is building quite the mystery. A tiny -0.03% price dip seems like child's play, but hold onto your avatars - that -98.14% position change hints at a massive world reset in progress!

Mid-week updates highlight these strategic shifts.

Mid-week updates and additions.

Last week Report:

Weekly Report - 10 Game-Changing Portfolios - 7 Low Cap Stocks & Key Stocks to Monitor - Portfolio Update Incoming

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Market Recap: This Week's Market Waves

Tech Stocks Surge Amid Innovation Boom

The technology sector has been on a tear, with several leading companies reporting impressive earnings. Innovations in artificial intelligence and cloud computing have fueled investor optimism. Companies leveraging AI advancements are seeing significant upticks in their stock prices, attracting attention from both institutional and individual investors.

• The S&P 500 Information Technology sector saw a 50.29% return year-to-date as of August 31, 2024

• AI and cloud computing continue to drive growth in the tech sector

• Major tech companies reported strong earnings in Q2 2024, with many beating analyst expectations

Key metrics:

• S&P 500 Info Tech YTD return: 50.29%

• NASDAQ Composite Index (as of Aug 31, 2024): Up 34.53% YTD

Energy Sector Sees Unexpected Shifts

Oil prices fluctuated this week due to global supply concerns. The energy sector experienced mixed reactions as alternative energy sources gained traction. Renewable energy companies are making strides, signaling a potential shift in long-term energy investments.

• Oil prices remained volatile in August and September due to supply concerns

• Renewable energy companies gained traction, with the S&P Global Clean Energy Index up 15% YTD as of August 31

• Traditional energy stocks in the S&P 500 Energy sector showed a 13.55% return YTD as of August 31, 2024

Key metrics:

• S&P 500 Energy sector YTD return: 13.55%

• Brent Crude Oil price (as of Aug 31, 2024): $86.25 per barrel

Consumer Confidence Wavers

Consumer spending data released this week showed a slight dip, reflecting uncertainties in the economy. Retail stocks had a modest decline as consumers tightened their wallets. Inflationary pressures and rising interest rates are key factors contributing to this trend.

• Consumer Confidence Index increased to 69 points in September from 67.90 points in August 2024

• Retail sales showed a slight decline in August, with a 0.2% month-over-month decrease

• Inflation concerns persist, with the CPI rising 0.2% in August on a seasonally adjusted basis

Key metrics:

• Consumer Confidence Index (Sept 2024): 69 points

• Michigan Consumer Sentiment (Sept 2024): 69.0

• CPI change (Aug 2024): +0.2% month-over-month

Emerging Markets Catch Investors' Eyes

Emerging markets are presenting new opportunities. With global trade tensions easing, investors are showing renewed interest in international diversification. Foreign equities in regions showing economic stability are gaining momentum.

• The MSCI Emerging Markets Index showed a return of 9.83% YTD as of August 31, 2024

• Indonesia and Singapore stood out in August, returning 2.22% and 1.48% respectively

• Emerging market debt continues to attract investors, with favorable economic outlooks relative to developed markets

Key metrics:

• MSCI Emerging Markets Index YTD return: 9.83%

• Indonesia market return (Aug 2024): 2.22%

• Singapore market return (Aug 2024): 1.48%