The Daily by moomoo

Investors, get ready for a rocky week ahead

Price of oil is rising as Middle East tension escalates, up more than 20% in the past month. In response to this tension, expect energy, 'safe haven' assets to rise and goldminers to rebound from last week. Virgin Australia will list on the ASX tomorrow so it'll be interesting to see how its share price performs at such a time. Focus on inflation reports out this week in the US and Australia.
Stocks mentioned include Virgin Australia, Woodside Energy, Santos, Evolution Mining, Goodman Group, Transurban, APA, Origin Energy, Meridian Energy

Know when to buy a stock, such as Virgin

Virgin Australia Holdings, listing on Tuesday, could be the trade of the year, if your timing is right. If you're focused on local stocks it should be on your radar. Moomoo Australia and New Zealand market strategist Jessica Amir explains how to analyse this (and any other) stock, to get your timing right.

Energy stocks skyrocket, led by uranium producers

Markets on edge today as US decides in weeks if it will join attack on Iran. The oil price jumped as much as 3% overnight before closing 0.8% higher at US75.80. Energy stocks generally are up. ASX-listed Deep Yellow jumped 31% in four trading days, leading Australian uranium stocks big climb so far this week. Investors should expect volatility as we transition into the new financial year as investors rebalance, and a possible broad rally in July. 
Securities mentioned include Beach Energy, Boss Energy, Constellation Energy, Deep Yellow, Genesis Minerals, Global X Uranium ETF, Life360, Paladin Energy, Pro Medicus, Regis Resources, Santos, Sigma Healthcare, Technology One, Whitehaven Coal, Zip Co

Stablecoin stocks surge as inflation fears intensify

Shares, gold and other commodities fell overnight with lower expectation of US rate cuts and concern over inflation if the oil price stays high. Investors instead focused on real estate, utilities and technology – which we could see repeated in Australia today. They also dove into stablecoin stocks such as Circle, with regulatory legislation making progress in the US Congress.
Stocks mentioned include Honeywell, Taiwan Semiconductor, Cognex, Amphenol, Nvidia, Tesla, Circle, Coinbase

Stock buying spree ignores Iranian conflict

US stocks jump overnight, with the Nasdaq up 1.5%, with investors assuming the Iran-Israel conflict is unlikely to escalate. Because of this the oil price dropped 2% and the gold price dipped. Slight gain is expected locally, noting that Australian uranium stocks spiked up yesterday, led by Deep Yellow and Boss. There's a focus on Japan as central bank makes rate decision today.  
Securities mentioned include Invesco QQQ Trust, SPDR Gold ETF, RTX Corp, Deep Yellow, Boss Energy, Global X Uranium ETF

Oil and defence stocks rise as Iran conflict escalates

Oil spiked 7% on Friday to US$76.94, with predictions it could reach US$95. This would dampen consumption, fuel inflation and airline costs (with United falling 12% last week). Predictably, oil and defence stocks are rising.
Stocks mentioned include Capricorn Metals, Corporate Travel, Flight Centre, Karoon Energy, Newmont, Qantas Airways, Santos, United Airlines, Virgin Australia, Viva Energy, Westgold Resources, Woodside Energy

Don't rush to buy Virgin when it lists on the ASX

Virgin Australia will list in just under a week and a half, and is the biggest new entrant to the ASX in several years. With all the buzz, it’s natural to wonder whether this is an opportunity you should seize. But moomoo's Jessica Amir says there's six reasons to pause before you rush in to buy, not just Virgin, but any initial public offering.
Stocks mentioned include Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, Guzman y Gomez, Commonwealth Bank, Nvidia, Meta Platforms, Alphabet

Gold, tech, energy stocks jump up as rally resumes

US inflation steady at 2.8% boosts hopes of rate cuts and investor confidence, says moomoo's Jessica Amir. So risk-accepting investors are showing favour to energy, tech stocks. US uranium stocks are on the rise and Oracle jumped 13% over strong earnings. Goldminers are making big gains in Australia.
Stocks mentioned include ConocoPhillips, Constellation Energy, Newmont, Oracle, Vistra Energy, Yancoal Australia
 

Bull run intact, despite bears having their day

Though the US and China announced initial compromises on tariffs, with 'more to come', the S&P 500 fell for the first time in four days, slipping 0.3%. Locally we could see further gains, after the S&P/ASX 200 hit an all-time high yesterday. While we've seen defence stocks in broad rally, the AUKUS deal is on the line, which could have an impact.
Securities mentioned include Austal, Vanguard Australian Shares ETF, iShares Core S&P/ASX 200 ETF, BetaShares Australia 200 ETF

Tesla leads megacap rally as US nears high

Australian shares have reached a new high, just as the US market looks like it's about to. Tesla’s shares rose 5.7% overnight, ahead of its Thursday robotaxi event. It's part of the tech surge which includes the world’s biggest computer chip companies growing earnings at 43% year on year. And in Australia, with stocks such as Megaport up 89% this year, as the data centre group's gross profits grows by 70%.
Securities mentionedTesla, Micron, Qualcomm, Intel, VanEck Semiconductor ETF, Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3x Shares ETF, Megaport, Regis Resources, Genesis Resources, Boss Energy
 

We could see a record-breaking week on the ASX

Tech, commodity sectors expected to push the ASX up this week particularly if US-China talks go well. Platinum hit its highest since 2021, while silver is at a 14-year high. Australia's public listing process is under review and may increase IPOs this year.
Securities mentioned include GraniteShares Platinum Trust ETF, Qantas Airways, VanEck Semiconductor ETF, Themes Airlines ETF

Trump-Musk feud sends market into a tailspin

Tesla's share price fell 14% overnight, dragging the US market with it. CEO Elon Musk and US President Donald Trump are in a feud war that's unsettling investors. Moomoo Australia and New Zealand market strategist Jessica Amir explains Australian shares are reaching for highs, as silver and gold keep rising.
Securities mentioned include Adriatic Metals, Global X EURO STOXX 50 ETF, Palantir, Tesla

ASX 200 may reach 8850 in two weeks

Markets are trading around record highs, with expectation they will rise further. Both in Australia and the US investors are looking forward to rate cuts, just as they're showing excitement over the burgeoning artificial intelligence industry. While market and geopolitical volatility is also keeping 'safe' assets such as gold strong, there is a clear bullish sentiment at work in markets.
Stocks mentioned include Alcoa, Paladin Energy, Meta, Boss Energy, Constellation Energy, Amazon, Microsoft, Megaport, Nextdc
 

Markets are pushing toward record highs

The ASX could hit a high today as global markets push upward, fuelled by investors not wanting to miss out on tech gains, with other sectors also looking positive. This is despite a bleaker view of world economic growth from the OECD, which cut expectations from the US economy, but predicts improving growth in Australia.
Stocks mentioned: Nvidia, Apple, Microsoft, Tesla

Gold to gain as US dollar hits alarming low

US markets rose overnight led by big tech stocks Meta, Broadcom and AMD. US steel producers also made gains with news of higher tariffs. Another sector recording a rise is gold, which looks set to continue. But a darkening picture of the US economy is pushing the dollar down, while Disney and Microsoft are among those announcing further layoffs.
Securities mentioned Alphabet Advanced Micro Devices Disney Meta Platforms Microsoft Newmont Nucor Steel Dynamics Tesla

Don't expect May's amazing results in June

US stocks closed off their best month since 2023 on Friday, with the S&P 500 up 6.2% and the Nasdaq Composite rising 9.5%. While the Aussie market straggled up 3.8%. But this week the market could get spooked over US-China tariff disputes and key economic data due out.
Stocks mentioned: Nvidia, Evolution Mining, Genesis Minerals
 

Markets await ruling on tariffs, hope for rate cuts

Buoyed by US rate cut hope but confused by tariff court rulings, investors are focusing on high-value stocks. Nvidia may be one, rising 3.25% to now rival Microsoft as the world's valuable company, says moomoo's Jessica Amir. Locally, the ASX dipped at open. And Meta has partnered with Anduril to develop defence industry products.
Securities mentioned include Meta Platforms, Nvidia, Microsoft, VanEck Global Defence ETF

Investors can't ignore Nvidia's huge results

Nvidia delivered a market-beating quarterly report, driving its shares higher after market. Moomoo market strategist Jessica Amir unpacks the results, tracing the powerful growth trajectory of this leading artificial intelligence company. She says it's not a stock any investor should be ignoring

Sharemarkets likely to hit new record highs soon

Markets made solid gains yesterday with the Nasdaq 100 surging 2.4% overnight. (Tesla alone was up 7%.) We're seeing strong investment in ETFs in May, suggesting we could see another record year. Any rise in the ASX today drawing it close to a new record.
Securities mentioned include Tesla, Nvidia, Vanguard S&P 500 ETF, Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF

New US levies, tariffs may trigger selloff

US stocks were down last week, with the S&P 500 dropping 2.65%. Apple faced a particularly bad week, down 7.5%. This week focus is on Nvidia, set to report quarterly results on Wednesday evening (US time). On the weekend, US threats of stiff levies on Apple foreign-made iPhones and tariffs on Europe, could lead to a selloff this week. But gold has risen 1.9% to US$3357.
Securities mentioned Apple, Nvidia, West African Resources, DroneShield, iShares Trust US Aerospace & Defense ETF

The compelling case of the big three banks

Three of Australia's big four banks remain a compelling investment case. They've always recovered from big market drops, with CommBank reaching new highs after every one. They have a stranglehold on the mortgage market and are powerfully integrated into the economy. Moomoo strategist Jessica Amir lays out the case for why investors should consider them.
Stocks mentioned: Commonwealth Bank, National Australia Bank, ANZ Bank, Westpac Bank

Gold stocks make big gains in volatile week

US 10-year bond yields hit 4.56%, the highest since February 14. Not only are insurers benefit from this, but investors are buying into 'safe haven' assets. So Bitcoin pushed into another high, above US$111,000, and gold stocks are dominating the top 10 gainers in Australia this week.
Stocks mentioned include Tesla, Alphabet, CrowdStrike, Palantir, West African Resources, Genesis Minerals, Emerald Resources, Challenger, QBE Insurance Group, Medibank

Market crash could follow bond yield spike

Investor fear over US debt has caused a bond market rout, pushing up yields. A sell off spread to equities, and investors turned to 'safer' assets such as gold and Bitcoin (which hit a record). It's worth noting wheat also rallied, says moomoo Australia market strategist Jessica Amir.
Securities mentioned include GrainCorp, Inghams Group, Rigetti Computing, iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF

Aussie banks, tech most likely to gain from cash rate cut

US shares snapped a six-day winning streak overnight, with the S&P 500 falling 0.39%. Investors waiting on further tariff deal news, selling up for profit after the sharp rally. Gold nudged up and could rise further in response. Following Australia's rate cut we're seeing banks rise this morning – Westpac, Commonwealth and NAB historically performed well after a rate cut. We could expect property and technology to also gain as the impact of the rate cut settles.

ASX to jump on rate cut, or else a likely sell off

European and American shares traded modestly higher overnight despite the US government's credit downgrade and lower industrial activity in China. Locally there is strong expectation of a rate cut by Australia's central bank, even though employment here is robust.  If the RBA does surprise today by not cutting rates, the initial sharemarket reaction is likely to involve selling. If we see a rate cut then the market is likely to jump 0.5% to 1%, lead by banks, infrastructure and real estate investment trusts.

Bull run stumbles as US government is downgraded

The bull market run stumbled over the weekend, with the US credit rating downgraded over the size of government debt. Investors are likely to turn to safer assets such as gold, moving away from equities. But any setback is likely to be short term, with the bull run to continue. Locally, a central bank rate cut tomorrow will support this.
Securities mentioned include Tesla, Nvidia, Lululemon, Micron, Technology, Liontown Resources, Mineral Resources, Vanguard S&P 500 ETF, Domain Holdings, Megaport, Newmont

A new era of AI investment is now beginning

As world markets invest more in AI we'll see a wave of infrastructure development. That's part of the story that spurred Nvidia to become the second most-valued company in the world this week, and it could soon take the number one spot soon. Cloud services, computer chip makers and data centres look set to benefit as generative AI spend climbs toward US$1.6 trillion in seven years.
Securities include Nvidia, Alphabet, Apple, Amazon.com, AMD, Cisco, Microsoft, VanEck Semiconductor ETF

US, Australian tech stocks up 34% in a month

Big drop in US business inflation helped the market rise further overnight. But strong local employment data released yesterday makes a weaker case for a local rate cut next week. We can expect tech sector investors to sell out for profits following strong gains in the sector over the past few weeks. That's especially the case before central bank meetings, employment data and big company results over the next two weeks.
Stocks mentioned include South32, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Cisco, Nvidia, Rio Tinto, Tesla,  Life360, Nextdc

Chip stock surge: Nvidia surpasses Apple in value

Markets continued to broadly rise in Asia, North America, with the Nasdaq Composite up 0.72%. Semiconductor stocks surged in particular, including dedicated ETFs, Nvidia and Taiwan Semiconductor. This pushed Nvidia to overtake Apple last night to become the world's second most-valuable company. The gold price is down, with Newmont, Evolution Mining and Ramelius dropping on the ASX yesterday.
Securities mentioned include Advanced Micro Devices, Amazon.com, Apple, Arm Holdings, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Evolution Mining, Genesis Minerals, Gold Road Resources, Lynas Rare Earths, Microsoft, Newmont, Nvidia, Ramelius Resources

Stocks erase losses, close in on all-time highs

US markets climbed further, recovering all losses in 2025. Nvidia rose above US$3.1 trillion, and could soon overtake Apple. Oil rallied with Brent crude up 2.5%. The Hong Kong market dropped 1.9% yesterday but is up 19% from low.
Securities mentioned include Apple, iShares US Aerospace & Defense ETF, Megaport, NextDC, Nvidia, Qantas Airways, Technology One, Tesla, WiseTech Global, Woodside Energy Group

Bull market rally says 'the worst is over'

Markets spiked up overnight over the US-China tariff 90-day deal, where US tariffs drop to 30% and China's to 10%. The Nasdaq Composite jumped 4.35%, with about two thirds of companies listed on the Nasdaq-100 up more than 3%. Commodities also rallied with iron ore near US$100, oil rising, but gold down. Of the big US tech stocks, Amazon, Meta, Apple, Nvidia, Tesla rallied more than 5% overnight.
Securities mentioned Fortescue Tesla Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 2X Shares ETF GraniteShares 2x Long TSLA Daily ETF Lululemon Athletica PDD Holdings Amazon.com Meta Platforms Apple Nvidia Alphabet Microsoft

Market hinges on US-China tariff talk result

Markets dropped last week, led by US pharmaceuticals over presidential orders to boost domestic drug manufacturing. But all focus this week is on details from US-China trade talks, with hopes already rising from reports they were 'substantial'. Investors are also focused on US inflation data out tomorrow and big consumer stocks Alibaba, Walmart reporting this week.
Stocks mentioned include Eli Lilly, Walmart, Alibaba, Tencent

Eye-watering tech gains show rally's strength

Stocks extended their rebound from April 7 lows, taking the S&P 500 up 14.4% since then. The US tariff deal with Britain is pleasing investors, who want a China deal settled also. On that optimism it's likely the rally could continue. Adding to that, Nasdaq-100 listed companies have increased earnings by an unexpected 22.6% so far this reporting season. And we can see not only a spike in commodities, but Bitcoin has crossed over US$100,000, gaining 7.2% overnight.
Securities mentioned include Palantir, iShares Bitcoin Trust, Tesla, GraniteShares 2x Long PLTR Daily ETF, Woodside Energy Group, BHP, Rio Tinto, Macquarie Group

Who will use Google search? Alphabet drops

Shares rose overnight, with investors hopeful US-China talks will lead to tariff de-escalation. But we saw a sharp drop in Alphabet on news its search volume declined, with AI investors turning to other stocks such as Nvidia. ANZ Bank reported 'strongest ever half-year revenue', rounding out solid results from the big three banks reporting for this season. Commodity prices dipped as the US dollar rose, but may not stay that way for long.
Securities mentioned include Invesco QQQ Trust, ProShares UltraPro QQQ ETF, Apple, iShares Bitcoin Trust, Alphabet, ANZ Bank, Sandfire Resources, Nvidia, National Australia Bank

Ignore gold this year and you'll likely miss out

Markets fell further overnight with the S&P 500 down nearly 0.8% over concern no tariff deals are in sight. In turn the VIX (investor fear sentiment) spiked and is now up more than 9% over the past week. It remains to be seen if proposed US-China talks will settle markets. We also saw market star Palantir fall 12% overnight despite its better than expected results. Reliably, gold stocks remain strong, with Evolution Mining up 80% this year.
Securities mentioned include Palantir, CVS Health, Newmont Corp, Evolution Mining, Regis Resources and West African Resources

Bull run seems intact despite the market drop

The S&P 500 fell for the first time in nine days as investors grab profits ahead of a US central bank meeting. Oil also fell, down 18% in April, to its lowest level since January 2021. But signs point to a continuing upward run in the market. Gold is a bright spot as are companies such as Life360 and Palantir recording amazing gains. Locally, Australian banks may head lower.
Securities mentioned include Life360, ANZ Bank, Bellevue Gold, Baker Hughes, Commonwealth Bank, Chevron, Evolution Mining, Gold Road Resources, VanEck Australian Banks ETF and Newmont Corp.

Wrong US Fed signal this week may end the rally

The sharemarket rally continues with the S&P 500 reaching its longest winning streak in 20 years. Strong US companies' reports are part of the reason, with more than 100 to come this week, including Palantir overnight. If that trend continues, so may the rally, but what the US central bank says this week about the economy will be very important. (It's worth noting defence stocks are one sector benefiting most from the rally.) Locally, the market will assimilate Labor's election victory. To start us off we had Westpac deliver half-year profits in line with expectations this morning.

Expect a major ASX reaction to the election

US rally kept going overnight, but only because of strong tech performance after results released by Microsoft and Meta. (Apple and Amazon followed after market close.) Microsoft rocketed higher, leading the market up. But key data such as manufacturing is dour, which belies deeper, real concerns for the market. Locally the Australian market dipped lower at open. Volatility remains high, with signs indicating we're likely to see a large move in line with tomorrow's federal election result. Every investor should be paying attention to Monday trading and consider their portfolio today.
Securities mentioned Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Meta

Powerhouse US results behind impressive rally

Overnight we saw a disappointing US GDP result, following a report of lower manufacturing from China. The market only swung upward at the very end of the trading day due to a low inflation figure, at 2.3%, near the US central bank's target. Overall support for the rally is coming from US companies' strong first-quarter reports. Magnificent seven stocks are part of this with the four that have reported so far performing well. The Australian sharemarket opened down this morning, with focus on Japan and its interest rate decision and commentary later today.

Hard to explain: market regains April losses

It's been 100 days since Trump took power, and the wild sharemarket ride has come full circle, with the staggering losses since April 2 'liberation day' almost regained, now just a few points below where we were in early November on election day. But risk remains high, meaning this market optimism is hard to explain, as China continues to resist US tariff conciliation
Stocks mentioned include General Motors, Ford and Stellantis.

Full steam ahead as equities keep rising from lows

Markets continue to rebound into this week, with the Nasdaq-100 now up 16% from low. Today Fortescue leads a range of ASX resource companies reporting. But it's a bigger week in the US, with Visa and Coca-Cola delivering results tonight and big tech to follow. Keep a watch on uranium play Paladin, surging 21% last week, as we get closer to the Australian federal election.
Stocks mentioned: Fortescue, Mineral Resources, Northern Star Resources, Ramelius Resources, Newmont, XYZ, Visa, Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Apple, Amazon.com, McDonald's, Paladin Energy, Deep Yellow, Boss Energy

Stocks, ETFs, Bitcoin rally as investor fear fades

US markets jumped overnight, with the Nasdaq Composite up 2.5%, while the market fear index, VIX, is near a four-week low. This is down to US companies showing strong results part-way through reporting season, and talk of tariff war de-escalation. Bitcoin has rallied strongly in the past two weeks. The local market is also stronger, but some key sectors such as uranium stocks are performing poorly.
Securities mentioned: iShares Bitcoin Trust, SPDR S&P 500 ETF, Vanguard Australian Shares ETF, Telix Pharmaceuticals, Paladin Energy, Lynas Rare Earths, Global X Uranium ETF

Hopes rise for Tesla, despite poor results

US market regained Monday losses, rising 2.5% overnight due to talk of US trade deals, potential rate cuts, as well as strong reports. Tesla jumped 4.6% after posting quarterly results, with expectations rising. Iron ore is up. And moomoo strategist Jessica Amir traces how the Nasdaq has bounced back from its crashes. 
Securities mentioned include Tesla, Fortescue and SPDR S&P 500 ETF.

Investors' tariff fears are erasing April's gains

US market slid on Monday with the Nasdaq-100 down 2.5%. This indicates investors are turning from the US market, despite companies reporting better-than-expected earnings results. One asset they're turning to is gold, with the price reaching a new high of US$3442. Locally, the ASX 200 slipped nearly 1% after open. Investors should watch for greater volatility in Tesla, which will report tonight.
Securities mentioned include Macquarie Group, Newmont Corp, Tesla, VanEck Gold Miners Equity ETF

US Fed Reserve Chairman's first speech since Trump's tariffs

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivered his first remarks since the introduction of tariffs by President Trump, sparking a swift and sharp market reaction. His assertion that markets are “functioning just as you would expect” and his firm denial of a so-called “Fed Put” rattled investor confidence.
With the longest bull market now on shaky ground, Powell’s message marked a clear departure from expectations of central bank support during volatility. Stocks tumbled—led by tech and consumer sectors—and the US dollar resumed its decline. Even strong March retail sales were overshadowed by fears of consumer stockpiling amid economic uncertainty.
 

Opportunity for investor action in moment of calm

US markets were largely flat overnight in a calm session of trading. But don't be fooled, this could be the eye of the storm, as the US and China are in a stand off as their trade war continues. Gold remains at a high, so investors continue to seek safe assets. Today we're likely to see a similar calm trading day, maybe edging up or down. China's GDP data out today will be a focus for investors.

Investors buying for the long term may be rewarded

US stocks lifted again overnight and are now up 14% from April 7 lows of only a week ago. Aussie stocks are similarly up and we should expect a slight lift again in the ASX today. With the US central bank labelling inflation from tariffs as 'transitory' there's expectancy for 1% in rate cuts this year. And the VIX shows investor fear has declined significantly. All that means we may see an upswing. Those carefully choosing stocks could be buying at market low, setting themselves up for the long term.
Stocks mentioned include ARB Corp and Microsoft.

Gold likely to be far higher in six months

US shares rallied last week, with indications that could continue this week. Major US banks, including BlackRock, released better-than-expected results Friday, with more reporting this week. Continuing strong earnings would be a big boost for the sharemarket but tariff policy changes look set to increase investor uncertainty. Gold remains the stand out asset for performance, and that's very likely to continue.
Securities mentioned BlackRock SPDR S&P Bank ETF VanEck Gold Miners ETF Apple Wells Fargo JP Morgan Morgan Stanley Goldman Sachs Bank of America Netflix Nvidia VanEck Semiconductor ETF

Selloff resumes as investors lose faith in the US

US markets huge selloff overnight, with the S&P 500 falling 3.5%, and all sectors under pressure. Big tech stocks and the auto sector underwent deep decline. Oil, US bonds and the US dollar also declined. The selloff carried over to Australian stocks today, falling more than 2% at open. Gold remained a 'safe haven' climbing above US$3200 .

Biggest gains since 2008, with tariffs on pause

The US suspended most of its higher tariffs for 90 days, reassuring investors who saw US stocks make their biggest one-day gains in more than 15 years, lead by Nvidia, Tesla and Apple. But commodity stocks are under pressure with China announcing 84% tariffs on US imports, and the US setting 125% tariffs on China imports. 
Stocks mentioned include Nvidia, Tesla, Apple and Ansell.