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As the 2024 elections heat up, a look at the data reveals that publicly traded companies are indirectly supporting cannabis legalization efforts by funneling millions of dollars into Democratic candidates&#8217; campaigns.&nbsp;
This alignment could prove significant for the industry, particularly as Democratic candidate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/41106120/kamala-harris-we-need-to-legalize-cannabis-vp-says-for-first-time-as-presidential-candidate-in-a">Kamala Harris</a> reiterated that cannabis should be legalized nationwide.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Corporate Giants </h3>
Big-name companies like Google (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), and Netflix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) are among those whose employees have poured large sums into Democratic coffers.&nbsp;
According to <a href="https://www.quiverquant.com/">Quiver Quantitative</a>, a data platform that tracks political donations, Google&#8217;s workforce contributed $4.1 million to Democrats, compared to just $629,778 to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40879364/young-republicans-break-ranks-to-back-cannabis-legalization-is-the-gop-ready-for-a-shift-in-the-">Republicans</a>. Similarly, Microsoft employees sent $3.45 million to Democrats, dwarfing their $876,320 to Republicans.&nbsp;
Netflix stands out with $4.47 million exclusively to Democrats, revealing a clear preference among tech giants.
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="560" height="591" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/01183749/election-donations.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-575612" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/01183749/election-donations.jpg 560w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/01183749/election-donations-284x300.jpg 284w" sizes="(max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image via<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DAjbdT3yITo/"> Quiver Quantitative </a></figcaption></figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Financial Industry Weighs In</h3>
Financial powerhouses like Blackstone (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BX#NYSE">BX</a>) and Charles Schwab (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHW#NYSE">SCHW</a>) also show their leanings. Blackstone, traditionally seen as conservative, donated over $1 million to Democrats but still favored Republicans with over $6 million.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Charles Schwab employees contributed $2.98 million solely to Democratic campaigns.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Democratic Funding </h3>
With over $20 million directed toward Democratic<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/09/40712816/what-trump-learned-about-marijuana-that-desantis-did-not-and-why-the-gop-might-become-weed-frien"> candidates </a>across industries, cannabis legalization could receive a much-needed push.&nbsp;
Notably, contributions from companies like Palantir (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) and Arista Networks (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANET#NYSE">ANET</a>) demonstrate the industry&#8217;s broader support, with Palantir employees donating $2.26 million to Democrats, compared to $1.05 million to Republicans.
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Disclaimer: This data, includes donations to all PACs as of September 30, mapped to parties based on their expenditures. It is heavily influenced by company executives, who often make multi-million dollar Super PAC donations. Donations to PACs with mixed expenditures between parties are not included.

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Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>), Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBD#NASDAQ">WBD</a>) HBO Go and Walt Disney Co.&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) Disney+ were affected by a law signed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday imposed a <a href="https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1234557" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">12% value-added tax</a> (VAT) on non-resident digital service providers to bring them up to par with local providers.
The law also affected Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google, Spotify Technology SA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPOT#NYSE">SPOT</a>) and Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>).
The VAT on foreign digital services will likely contribute 105 billion pesos in revenue in the next five years.
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Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr. said the collected taxes go to the government&#8217;s infrastructure and social welfare services programs.
Streaming giant Netflix&#8217;s stock has increased 87% in the past 12 months as it continues to win market share with its diverse slate of content. JP Morgan&#8217;s Doug Anmuth highlighted <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/40860759/netflixs-ad-tier-expansion-and-password-crackdown-fuel-revenue-growth-jp-morgan-ana" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">continued margin expansion</a> backed by content, ads and gaming investment. He also projected high-margin revenue from ad-supported tier and paid sharing.
Walt Disney stock is up close to 15% in the past 12 months. Goldman Sachs&nbsp;analyst Michael Ng expects&nbsp;Disney&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/41045649/disney-trims-workforce-by-300-targets-corporate-departments-for-cost-management" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">box office blockbusters</a>&nbsp;and streaming growth to help offset Experiences and linear weakness.
Price Actions: At publication Wednesday, Netflix stock was up 0.62% at $710.51 and Disney stock was down 0.29% at $93.78.
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Good Morning Traders! In today&#39;s Market Clubhouse Morning Memo, we will discuss SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, and TSLA.
Our proprietary formula, exclusive to Market Clubhouse, dictates these price levels. This dynamic equation takes into account price, volume, and options flow. These levels are updated every day and shared with all Clubhouse Members, prior to the opening of the market.
We recommend closely monitoring these stocks, and be prepared to leverage potential breakouts or reversals. As always, stay alert and ready to adjust your tactics based on the market&#39;s pulse to optimize your trading gains. Now, let&#39;s dive into the stock analysis:
<h3>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust </h3>
SPY (ARCA: SPY) is trading near our key level of 567.81. For bullish momentum, we&rsquo;d like to see a push higher to the next target of 569.16. Should this level hold firmly, buyers might aim to elevate the price to the 569.98 support. If this support holds through regular trading hours, it opens the door for an additional climb toward 571.06. Our high bull target for SPY stands at 572.15.
If 567.81 fails as support, the bears will likely attempt to test 566.46. If selling pressure persists, we can anticipate a further move down to 565.38. A decisive breakdown from there might lead to a test of 564.29, with a sharp sell-off potentially targeting the low bear level of 563.23.
<h3>Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 </h3>
The QQQ (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/qqq#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) is currently trading around 481.73. For bulls to maintain control, we need buyers to hold the line above this level, driving the price toward 483.95. A solid move above 483.95 could signal a path to higher levels, with 486.10 acting as the next upside target. If momentum is sustained, expect the price to reach the 487.69 resistance, with the high bull target for today at 490.05.
On the flip side, failure to hold 481.73 could see the bears gaining traction, sending the price to 479.03. Continued selling pressure might lead to further downside, testing the 476.85 level. Should this support break, we expect a potential decline toward 474.66, with a final bear target at 471.33.
<h3>Apple Inc. </h3>
Apple&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aapl#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is currently auctioning near 225.31. Bulls will look to hold this level and aim for a push to 226.08, reinforcing it as a key support zone. If buying continues, the next move would likely target 226.90, with bullish momentum bringing a possible test of the 227.82 high bull target for the day.
However, if 225.31 doesn&rsquo;t hold, we can expect a test of 223.87 on the downside. Continued selling could drive the price lower to 222.96. A break below this level might lead to a further drop toward 222.24, with a potential low bear target at 221.66.
<h3>Microsoft Corp.</h3>
Microsoft&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/msft#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) is currently trading around 419.17. Bulls will aim to defend this level, seeking a rally up to 420.26. If the price stabilizes above this point, buyers could push for a run toward 421.62, with continued momentum targeting the 422.84 high bull level for the day.
If 419.17 fails as support, bears may take control and push the price down to 417.25. Should this level break, expect a further decline to 416.32. Continued downside pressure could lead to a test of 414.56, with a final bear target of 413.14 for the day.
<h3>NVIDIA Corporation</h3>
NVIDIA&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nvda#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is currently trading near our key level of 115.83. For bulls to take charge, they&rsquo;ll need to push the price to 116.61 and hold it as support. A solid move higher could target 117.86, with buying momentum potentially lifting the price to 119.44. The high bull target for today is 120.27.
If 115.83 doesn&rsquo;t hold, we&rsquo;ll be watching for a test of 115.15 on the downside. If selling pressure increases, the next level to watch is 114.29. A breakdown here might lead to further weakness, with the low bear target at 112.54.
<h3>Alphabet Inc Class A</h3>
Alphabet&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/googl#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) is currently auctioning around 167.04. Bulls need to maintain support at this level and push higher to 169.34. If they succeed, a rally could extend to 171.14, which stands as the high bull target for today.
If 167.04 doesn&rsquo;t hold, bears could step in and drive the price lower to 165.41. A break below this level might trigger additional selling down to 163.79. A significant decline could result in testing the low bear target of 161.79.
<h3>Meta Platforms Inc</h3>
Meta&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/meta#NASDAQ">META</a>) is currently trading around 573.25. Bulls need to hold this level as support to push higher toward 580.17. A strong buying session could see further gains to 585.73, with bullish momentum potentially reaching the high bull target of 591.29.
If 573.25 breaks down, we can expect a test of 565.53. Bears might intensify selling pressure, driving the price lower to 559.29. If this level gives way, the low bear target for Meta today is 553.05.
<h3>Tesla Inc.</h3>
Tesla&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tsla#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is trading around 256.34. Bulls will aim to hold this level and push toward 257.56. If the buying momentum continues, expect Tesla to test the next resistance at 259.81. With a strong market rally, we might see Tesla hit 262.68, with a high bull target at 264.46.
If Tesla fails to hold 256.34, we could see a test of 254.28. Continued selling pressure may drive the price to 252.38. A break below this level could lead to a deeper pullback, targeting the low bear level of 250.25.
Final Word: Today&rsquo;s trading session starts with the Non-Farm Employment Change at 8:15 AM ET, a key labor market indicator that often sets the tone for the day. Following that, Fed&rsquo;s Hammack speaks at 9:00 AM ET, potentially providing more clarity on future monetary policy. At 11:00 AM ET, Fed Governor Bowman, a voting member, will address the Community Banking Research Conference, which could offer further insights into the central bank&rsquo;s thinking.&nbsp;
At 12:15 PM ET, Fed&#39;s Barkin, another voting member, is scheduled to speak at the Wilmington Biz Conference and Expo, potentially adding to market volatility. Given the importance of the data releases and multiple Fed speakers throughout the day, expect significant price swings and volatility. Traders should remain alert and manage risk carefully, as today&rsquo;s action could be highly reactive to new information. Stay disciplined, trade cautiously, and good luck!
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Wells Fargo analyst Ken Gawrelski maintains Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $190 to $182.

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Character.ai is pivoting its strategy following the departure of its founders to Google (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) in a $2.7 billion deal.
What Happened: Dominic Perella, the interim CEO, stated that the San Francisco-based startup will now prioritize enhancing its consumer products, particularly its popular chatbots. The company is stepping back from developing large language models due to the high costs involved, Financial Times <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/f2a9b5d4-05fe-4134-b4fe-c24727b85bba">reported</a> on Wednesday.
Perella explained, &#8220;It got insanely expensive to train frontier models&#8230; which is extremely difficult to finance on even a very large start-up budget.&#8221; 
The company aims to leverage the traction gained by its consumer products.
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In August, Google acquired 20% of Character.ai&#8217;s staff and paid $2.7 billion for a one-off license to the startup&#8217;s models. The deal included rehiring co-founders Noam Shazeer and Daniel De Freitas.
Character.ai&#8217;s shift mirrors other startups like Germany&#8217;s Aleph Alpha, which have also abandoned ambitions of building large language models due to prohibitive costs.
Perella remains optimistic, stating, &#8220;We're continuing to do AI research&#8230; We still own all of our technology, have almost all of our people and we are continuing to grow.&#8221;
Why It Matters: The departure of Character.ai&#8217;s founders to Google marks a significant shift in the AI landscape. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/41026462/google-rehired-noam-shazeer-with-major-payout-assigns-leadership-in-ai-development-report">Google rehired Shazeer</a>, an AI pioneer known for his work on the Language Model for Dialogue Applications (LaMDA). Shazeer left Google in October 2021 to launch Character.ai, which gained backing from his firm a16z. His return to Google is part of a broader collaboration, as Google signed a non-exclusive agreement with Character.ai to leverage its technology.
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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) stock has gained over 96% in the last 12 months, as the hyperscalars&#8217; artificial intelligence ambitions translate into higher demand for AI chips from companies like Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>).
Recently, Taiwan&#8217;s National Science and Technology Council&nbsp;(NSTC) Minister Wu Cheng-wen flagged Taiwan Semiconductor&#8217;s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/10/41114632/taiwan-semiconductors-2-nm-breakthrough-puts-taiwan-a-decade-ahead-of-chinas-semiconductor-industry" rel="noreferrer noopener">2-nanometer technology</a>, which puts it ahead of China by at least a decade.
Taiwan Semiconductor aims to develop 2nm chips in at least <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/09/41007184/taiwan-semi-secures-7-5b-boost-for-arizona-expansion-aims-for-advanced-chip-production-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">2 U.S. fabs</a>. Its overall investment in Arizona exceeded&nbsp;$65 billion.
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Bloomberg <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/audio/2024-10-01/tsmc-remains-the-bedrock-of-taiwan-s-market-growth-tiger-money?in_source=podcasts_29_play-episode&amp;sref=TBDibEcD" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a> that Taiwan Semiconductor accounts for 36% of Taiwan&#8217;s index weighting. According to Bloomberg, exchange-traded funds will likely keep retail and institutional investors hooked, driven by the demand for AI applications.
Despite tailwinds, Taiwan Semiconductor is susceptible to geopolitical risks and rising tension between the U.S. and China.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping reiterated his commitment to &#8220;reunification&#8221; with Taiwan on the eve of China&#8217;s 75th anniversary, CNN <a target="_blank" href="https://edition.cnn.com/2024/10/01/china/china-xi-reunification-taiwan-national-day-intl-hnk/index.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>, implying that geopolitical tensions will persist.
On Sunday, U.S. President Joe Biden approved Taiwan&#8217;s $567 million military aid package.
For context, the U.S. sanctions on China forbid the Asian counterpart from importing Nvidia artificial intelligence chips.
Although China&#8217;s Communist Party has never governed Taiwan, it claims the self-governing democracy as its own. Since the end of the Chinese civil war in 1949, China and Taiwan have been ruled by separate governments.
Investors can gain exposure to the semiconductor ETF through the First Trust Nasdaq Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTXL#NASDAQ">FTXL</a>) and the EA Series Trust Strive US Semiconductor ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHOC#NYSE">SHOC</a>).
Price Action: TSM stock is up 0.57% at $173.05 premarket at last check Wednesday.
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The U.S. private sector added 143,000 jobs in September, surpassing expectations of 124,000 jobs and reflecting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/labor-market">rebound in job creation</a> following a five-month slowdown, according to the latest ADP National Employment Report released on Wednesday. 
Pay growth for both job-stayers and job-changers continued to slow, indicating a cooling labor market. Notably, the manufacturing sector added jobs for the first time since April, while job losses were confined to the information sector.
"Stronger hiring didn't require stronger pay growth last month," said Nela Richardson, ADP's chief economist. "Typically, workers who change jobs see faster pay growth. But their premium over job-stayers shrank to 1.9 percent, matching a low we last saw in January."
The ADP report is often viewed as a preview of the government's official jobs data, set to be released on Friday.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">ADP National Employment Report: Key Highlights</h3>
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<li>Private employers added 143,000 jobs in September.</li>
<li>Goods-producing sectors added 42,000 jobs, with 14,000 in natural resources/mining and 26,000 in construction.</li>
<li>Service-providing sectors saw 101,000 new jobs, with 34,000 added in leisure/hospitality and 20,000 in professional/business services.</li>
<li>Job-stayers&#8217; annual pay growth slowed to 4.7%, while job-changers&#8217; pay gains fell to 6.6%.</li>
<li>The South led all U.S. regions, adding 61,000 jobs, while small establishments (1-19 employees) lost 13,000 jobs.</li>
<li>Large establishments (500+ employees) saw the most growth, with 86,000 jobs added.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions</h3>
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY), as tracked by the Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>), rose 0.12%.</li>
<li>Gold, as tracked by the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>), fell 0.45%.</li>
<li>Futures on U.S. equity indices fell during the premarket trading Wednesday. Contracts on the Nasdaq 100 and the S&amp;P 500 were down by 0.07% and 0.23%, respectively, by 8:20 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>On Tuesday, the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) closed 0.9% lower, while the tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) was down 1.39%.</li>
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Google DeepMind by Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) and BioNTech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNTX#NASDAQ">BNTX</a>) are collaborating to develop AI lab assistants aimed at enhancing scientific research.
What Happened: Sir Demis Hassabis, head of Google&#8217;s AI division, is spearheading the creation of an AI model designed to function as a research assistant. This AI aims to facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration and uncover unexpected connections in scientific research, Financial Times <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/64b1bb33-095e-4cc5-a911-50df76fa3d1d">reported</a> on Wednesday.
At a recent Nobel Foundation event, Hassabis highlighted the transformative impact of AI on biology, stating, &#8220;We're working on a science large language model that could be like a research assistant and maybe help you predict the outcome of an experiment.&#8221;
Meanwhile, BioNTech and its AI subsidiary InstaDeep introduced an AI assistant named Laila, built on Meta's Llama 3.1 model. During a live demonstration, research scientist Arnu Pretorius showcased Laila&#8217;s capabilities in automating routine tasks in experimental biology.
InstaDeep's CEO Karim Beguir emphasized that AI agents like Laila are intended to boost productivity, allowing scientists to focus on critical tasks. The AI models presented by InstaDeep also aim to assist BioNTech in identifying new targets for cancer treatment.
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Why It Matters: Google DeepMind&#8217;s shift from a research-centric entity to an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/06/39370675/googles-deepmind-shifting-from-research-powerhouse-to-ai-product-giant-redefining-industry-dynam">AI product powerhouse</a> is a significant development in the tech industry. This transition, reported in June, signifies a strategic pivot to commercial services, potentially disrupting traditional research paradigms.
In May, Google DeepMind introduced AlphaFold 3, an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/05/38711266/google-deepmind-develops-latest-ai-model-to-aid-scientists-in-fighting-disease">AI model capable </a>of predicting the structure and interactions of biological molecules, including proteins and DNA. This model is available for non-commercial use, aiding scientists in disease research.
On the other hand, BioNTech has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/08/40157789/biontechs-q2-loss-widens-amid-low-demand-for-its-pfizer-partnered-covid-19-vaccine-increases-r-d-">faced financial challenges</a>, reporting deeper losses in Q2 2024 due to reduced demand for its COVID-19 vaccine. The company has increased R&amp;D spending on new cancer treatments, highlighting the importance of innovative solutions like AI to drive future growth.
Price Action: As per <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>, GOOGL closed at $166.99 while GOOG ended at $168.42. BioNTech closed at $119.93.
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Nvidia&nbsp;Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) recently made significant product launches amid a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41119735/nvidia-faces-new-competition-cerebras-files-for-ipo-huawei-pushes-ai-chips" rel="noreferrer noopener">volatile run as </a>the Street factors in the company&#8217;s customer concentration and delays in product releases like its&nbsp;Blackwell GPUs.
The chip designer launched an open-source artificial intelligence model, intensifying rivalry with Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) backed ChatGPT parent OpenAI and Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google, Venture Beat <a target="_blank" href="https://venturebeat.com/ai/nvidia-just-dropped-a-bombshell-its-new-ai-model-is-open-massive-and-ready-to-rival-gpt-4/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
Nvidia&#8217;s new&nbsp;NVLM 1.0&nbsp;family of large multimodal language models also enhances text-only capabilities in addition to vision and language tasks.
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Nvidia also launched its new Unreal Engine 5 on-device plugins for&nbsp;Nvidia Ace at&nbsp;Unreal Fest Seattle 2024, helping build and deploy AI-powered MetaHuman characters on Windows PCs, Venture Beat <a target="_blank" href="https://venturebeat.com/ai/nvidia-releases-plugins-to-improve-digital-human-realism-on-unreal-engine-5/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
Developers can now access a new Audio2Face-3D plugin for AI-powered facial animations in Autodesk, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>)
Maya.&nbsp;
Nvidia stock lost over 4% in the last five days since China retaliated against U.S. artificial intelligence technology sanctions by urging its companies to reach out to domestic chipmakers instead of Nvidia. Huawei Technologies has started tapping Nvidia&#8217;s Chinese hyperscalar customers by offering them Ascend 910C processor samples.
Nvidia stock has risen over 161% in the last 12 months as US hyperscalars continue to drive up demand for its AI chips.
Investors can gain exposure to Nvidia through ProShares Ultra Semiconductors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USD#NYSE">USD</a>) and Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXQ#NASDAQ">SOXQ</a>).
Price Action: NVDA stock is down 0.62% at $116.27 premarket at last check Wednesday.
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EU Commission Sends Requests For Information To YouTube, Snapchat, TikTok On Recommender Systems Under Digital Services Act

Following a warning from Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) has removed Juno, an unofficial YouTube app designed for Vision Pro, from its App Store.
What Happened: On Tuesday, Christian Selig, the developer of Juno, took to X, formerly Twitter, and announced the app&#8217;s removal on Tuesday. &#8220;Sad news, but Juno for YouTube has been removed from the App Store,&#8221; he said.
&#8220;I don't personally agree with this, as Juno is just a web view, and acts as little more than a browser extension that modifies CSS to make the website and video player look more &#8216;visionOS&#8217; like,&#8221; he said in a blog post on Tuesday.
Adding, &#8220;I have zero desire to spin this into a massive fight (at least more than I've fought in emails over the last few months) akin to what happened with Reddit years ago.&#8221;
However, existing Juno users can continue using the app unless they delete it or YouTube releases an update that disrupts its functionality.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Sad news, but Juno for YouTube has been removed from the App Store. It&#39;s been a ton of fun to build, thanks to all who used it and enjoyed it! &#x1fae1;&#x2764;&#xFE0F; <a href="https://t.co/W1xLBpKSgd">https://t.co/W1xLBpKSgd</a>
&mdash; Christian Selig (@ChristianSelig) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChristianSelig/status/1841223881417494553?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2024</a></blockquote>
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In April this year, Google had cautioned Selig about Juno&#8217;s non-compliance with YouTube&#8217;s guidelines. With <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/01/36689009/netflix-says-no-to-apple-vision-pro-app-now-youtube-spotify-arent-launching-one-either-repo">no official YouTube app</a> available for the Vision Pro, users have been resorting to Safari for YouTube access.
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Why It Matters: In February earlier this year, YouTube confirmed the development of a Vision Pro app, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/02/36949520/youtube-confirms-vision-pro-app-in-development-still-no-signs-of-netflix-and-spotify-though">following initial refusals</a> from Google&#8217;s video-sharing platform, Spotify, and Netflix.
In July, market tracker Omdia's analyst, George Jijiashvili, noted that Vision Pro has been <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39747111/apples-vision-pro-struggles-to-find-its-killer-app-to-justify-3-500-price-tag-just-not-quite-hit-the">struggling to find its &#8220;killer app&#8221;</a> to justify its $3,500 price tag.
The Vision Pro had over 2,000 apps available five months after its U.S. debut, a stark contrast to the 20,000 iPad apps and 10,000 iPhone apps available within a similar timeframe after their respective launches.
Cupertino has also been reportedly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/06/39449011/apple-struggling-to-create-its-cheaper-vision-pro-model-says-expert-its-dealing-with-some-difficult">struggling to develop a cheaper version</a> of the Vision Pro due to its high price tag and lack of mainstream appeal.
On the other hand, the Vision Pro has seen some <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37614242/uk-surgeon-is-raving-about-apple-vision-pro-after-its-spine-surgery-debut-heres-why">success in the medical field</a>.
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Apple Removes Unofficial YouTube App For Vision Pro From App Store, Developer Disagrees But Says, 'Zero Desire To Spin This Into A Massive Fight'

Parents of Fortnite-obsessed kids can now breathe a little easier with the introduction of Time Limit Controls, a new feature that lets them manage how long their children <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/02/37371214/your-kid-could-be-bullied-for-not-buying-skins-in-fortnite-no-distinction-between-online-offline-w">play the game. </a>
This latest update, rolled out today by Epic Games, which has the financial backing of China&#8217;s&nbsp;Tencent Holdings ADR&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>), enhances parental oversight within one of the most popular video games worldwide.
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Fortnite previously faced criticism for its in-game purchases and lack of robust parental controls. With this new feature, the game takes a step forward in addressing these concerns.
Parents can now set playtime limits directly in-game via the Parental Controls section or online through the Epic Account Portal. These controls not only let parents restrict how long kids can play but also allow them to set specific windows for gameplay.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Customizable Options For Parents</h1>
One of the standout elements of the new feature is its flexibility. Parents can decide whether or not their children can request more time as their allotted minutes wind down. This function allows for real-time decision-making based on behavior or other factors, giving parents a customizable tool that adapts to their needs.
Epic Games also included a Time Reports system that provides parents with detailed breakdowns of how much time their children spend playing Fortnite. Reports can be accessed online, where daily playtime summaries, weekly totals and a record of any extra time granted is provided.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">What Kids Will See</h1>
For the kids, the system is built with transparency. As playtime runs out, they'll see notifications popping up to remind them how much time they have left for that day, starting when they hit the 30-minute mark. They'll also find a button that allows them to request more time, a feature that alerts their parent via email.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Expanding Parental Controls</h1>
This latest addition to Fortnite's parental controls follows several other features introduced in recent years. Epic Games has steadily built a suite of tools that includes limits on voice and text chat, restrictions on mature language, controls over adding friends, payment limitations and restrictions on accessing higher age-rated content.
The move comes at a crucial time, as Epic Games has faced a series of legal challenges surrounding purchasing mechanics and inadequate parental control measures. With the new Time Limit Controls, the company aims to further align with the demands of parents and regulators who want more stringent oversight within the game.
In recent news, the company recently filed a lawsuit against Alphabet Inc&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) Google and Samsung. Find out everything about it<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/09/41098067/epic-games-files-new-antitrust-lawsuit-against-google-samsung-over-app-store-restrictions"> here.</a>
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Alphabet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in GOOGL usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 58 extraordinary options activities for Alphabet. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 36% leaning bullish and 41% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $1,291,133, and 53 are calls, amounting to $4,404,282.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $120.0 to $235.0 for Alphabet over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Alphabet's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Alphabet's significant trades, within a strike price range of $120.0 to $235.0, over the past month.
<h3>Alphabet Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727801174_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$21.15</td>
<td>$20.9</td>
<td>$20.9</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$1.1M</td>
<td>656</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">550</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$62.05</td>
<td>$61.7</td>
<td>$61.7</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$617.0K</td>
<td>246</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$12.35</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$500.0K</td>
<td>5.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">472</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/01/24</td>
<td>$9.95</td>
<td>$9.85</td>
<td>$9.95</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$199.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">116</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GOOGL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$21.05</td>
<td>$20.95</td>
<td>$21.05</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$157.8K</td>
<td>19.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">32</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Alphabet</h3>
Alphabet is a holding company that wholly owns internet giant Google. The California-based company derives slightly less than 90% of its revenue from Google services, the vast majority of which is advertising sales. Alongside online ads, Google services houses sales stemming from Google's subscription services (YouTube TV, YouTube Music among others), platforms (sales and in-app purchases on Play Store), and devices (Chromebooks, Pixel smartphones, and smart home products such as Chromecast). Google's cloud computing platform, or GCP, accounts for roughly 10% of Alphabet's revenue with the firm's investments in up-and-coming technologies such as self-driving cars (Waymo), health (Verily), and internet access (Google Fiber) making up the rest.
In light of the recent options history for Alphabet, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Where Is Alphabet Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 13,976,837, the price of GOOGL is up 0.36% at $166.45. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 21 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Alphabet</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $192.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler downgraded its action to Overweight with a price target of $200. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from DA Davidson lowers its rating to Neutral with a new price target of $170. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from JMP Securities downgraded its rating to Market Outperform, setting a price target of $200. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley persists with their Overweight rating on Alphabet, maintaining a target price of $190. 
&#x2A; An analyst from JMP Securities has revised its rating downward to Market Outperform, adjusting the price target to $200. 
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The video game maker Epic Games kicked off the week with a lawsuit against Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/goog#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>)(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/googl#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)-owned Google and Samsung, accusing them of conspiring to block third party competition on Samsung devices. This is Epic&rsquo;s second lawsuit against Google.
More precisely, Epic Games accused Samsung and Google of violating antitrust laws in application distribution on Samsung devices. With Samsung&rsquo;s &ldquo;Auto Blocker&rdquo; feature that is turned on by default, Epic Games accused the two for&nbsp;only allowing for apps from authorized sources, such as the Samsung Galaxy Store or Google Play Store, to be installed.&nbsp;This feature can be changed in a phone&rsquo;s settings, but Samsung argues that it is a tool for blocking malicious activity as it prevents installation of applications from unauthorized sources.&nbsp;
Epic claims that the Auto Blocker violates the December&rsquo;s jury verdict.&nbsp;
According to the complaint, Epic Games decided to file the lawsuit in order to prevent Google from &ldquo;negating the long overdue promise of competition in the Android App Distribution Market,&rdquo;. Last year, Epic won its first antitrust lawsuit against Google as the jury also found that Google protected its Android app store with competitive barriers that harmed both smartphone consumers and software developers. Epic now claims that Samsung designed the &ldquo;Auto Blocker&rdquo; feature in coordination with Google to preemptively undermine the jury&rsquo;s verdict from December.&nbsp;
Four years after Epic went after the mighty Google for running an illegal app store monopoly, a battle which it won in December, Epic is suing again. Like in the previous lawsuit, Epic insists it is fighting on behalf of all developers, not just for its personal interest. Samsung made it clear it will vigorously contest Epic Games&rsquo; baseless claim, while a spokesperson from Google, Dan Jackson, described the lawsuit as being meritless, with Google denying collusion. Epic Games does not have evidence that Google and Samsung colluded on the Auto Blocker feature that it claims has cemented Google&rsquo;s dominance, its hopes that evidence of anticompetitive behavior would surface during the document discovery process. Like last time, Epic is asking for a jury trial. In addition, Epic has another ongoing legal battle with Apple Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aapl#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>). Apple was due to submit&nbsp;approximately 1.3 million documents related to recent App Store changes on Monday. The ongoing dispute is result of Epic Games&lsquo; deliberate violation of App Store rules back in 2020, which caused Apple to remove it from the platform. While this battle continues, Apple was forced to update its AppStore rules in Europe, now allowing other payment methods. Therefore, whatever happens, titans like Apple and Google are facing an evolving landscape, with outcome of these disputes and regulatory action threatening to significantly weaken their dominance, possibly setting new precedents in their ecosystems.
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Epic Games Starts A New Battle With Google And Samsung

Good Morning Traders! In today&#39;s Market Clubhouse Morning Memo, we will discuss SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, and TSLA.
Our proprietary formula, exclusive to Market Clubhouse, dictates these price levels. This dynamic equation takes into account price, volume, and options flow. These levels are updated every day and shared with all Clubhouse Members, prior to the opening of the market.
We recommend closely monitoring these stocks, and be prepared to leverage potential breakouts or reversals. As always, stay alert and ready to adjust your tactics based on the market&#39;s pulse to optimize your trading gains. Now, let&#39;s dive into the stock analysis:
<h3>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</h3>
The SPY&nbsp;(ARCA: SPY) is currently trading around 573.50, an important level for bulls to maintain. For upside potential, buyers will aim to push through 574.65, signaling strength and opening the door for a move toward 575.67. If this area holds during the session, we could see a further rally targeting 576.62. A strong bullish push might even take us to the high target of 577.87 for the day.
On the downside, failure to hold 573.50 as support could bring selling pressure, testing 572.15. If sellers dominate, the next key level to watch is 571.06. Should this support level break, we may see a drop toward 569.98. In an extended sell-off, the low bear target for SPY sits at 569.16.
<h3>Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1</h3>
The QQQ (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/qqq#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) is currently near a key pivot at 487.69, where bulls need to sustain momentum. Holding above this level could lead to a move higher to 490.05. If buyers can maintain control, we may see the price push further to 491.82. Should the bullish trend strengthen, we expect a potential test of 493.60, with a high target set at 495.35.
However, if 487.69 fails to act as support, bears could gain control, driving prices down to 486.10. Increased selling pressure could then test 483.95, with further weakness bringing 481.73 into play. A stronger sell-off may result in a test of the low bear target at 479.03.
<h3>Apple Inc.</h3>
Apple&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aapl#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is currently trading around 230.25, a critical level for bullish traders. Buyers will aim to push the price higher, targeting 231.76 as the next resistance. Should momentum persist, 233.28 could come into play, with continued strength potentially pushing toward the high bull target of 234.20.
On the flip side, if 230.25 fails to hold as support, we could see a move down to 229.03. Additional selling pressure might push the stock lower to 227.82. If bears continue to dominate, 226.90 becomes a key level to watch, with a low bear target of 226.08 in sight.
<h3>Microsoft Corp.</h3>
Microsoft&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/msft#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) is currently hovering around 429.25, a key level that bulls will want to defend. A break above 429.25 could push the price toward 430.25, where holding support may set up a further rally. Should buying momentum continue, we could see a move to 431.25, with a potential test of the high bull target at 432.49.
If 429.25 does not hold, sellers could look to take control, targeting 428.48 initially. Continued selling might lead to a test of 427.36, and if bearish momentum persists, 426.00 could come into play. The low bear target for Microsoft on the day is 425.16.
<h3>NVIDIA Corporation</h3>
NVIDIA&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nvda#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is trading near 121.97, a key level that buyers will try to push higher from. A successful hold of support at 123.41 could ignite bullish momentum, potentially driving the stock toward 125.21. Should the buying persist, 126.84 becomes a target, with the high bull level set at 128.10.
If 121.97 fails to hold, sellers might step in, targeting 120.27 as the first level to test. Further selling pressure could push the stock down to 119.44. Should the bears remain in control, 117.86 becomes the next key support, with a low target of 116.61 on the day.
<h3>Alphabet Inc Class A</h3>
Alphabet (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/googl#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) is currently trading around 167.04, a critical level for the bulls to maintain control. A break higher could see a move toward 169.34, with buyers looking to reclaim this level as support. If the bullish momentum continues, we could see a push toward the high target of 171.14.
Should 167.04 fail to act as support, bears may push the price down to 165.41. If selling pressure intensifies, the next area of support is at 163.79. A more extended sell-off could lead to a test of the low bear target at 161.79.
<h3>Meta Platforms Inc</h3>
Meta&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/meta#NASDAQ">META</a>) is trading around 573.25, a level that bulls will want to defend. If buyers can hold this area, they may push the price up to 580.17. Continued strength could drive Meta higher toward 585.73, with the high bull target for the day set at 591.29.
On the downside, a break below 573.25 could see bears take control, driving the price down to 565.53. Further selling could lead to a test of 559.29, with a possible move to the low bear target of 553.05 if bearish pressure remains strong.
<h3>Tesla Inc.</h3>
Tesla&nbsp;(NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tsla#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is currently near a key level of 259.81, and bulls will aim to push higher from here. A successful rally could bring the price to 262.68, with continued buying strength targeting 264.46. Should the bullish momentum pick up, Tesla could test the high bull target of 269.48.
If 259.81 fails as support, bears could gain control, targeting 257.56 initially. Further downside pressure could see the price fall to 256.34, with the low bear target for the day at 254.28 if selling intensifies.
Final Word: Today&#39;s session marks the beginning of Q4 2024 and the start of October, which often brings increased market activity. First on the calendar is the Final S&amp;P Global Manufacturing PMI for September at 9:45 AM ET, a key indicator of economic health. At 10:00 AM ET, we will get both the JOLTS Job Openings report for August and the ISM Manufacturing Index, both of which are crucial in assessing labor market conditions and business sentiment.
Additionally, at 10:30 AM ET, the Dallas Fed Services Activity report for September will be released, providing insights into the broader services sector. Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic, a voting member, is scheduled to speak at 11:00 AM ET alongside voting member Lisa Cook, adding potential market-moving commentary. With a full schedule of data and speeches, volatility could spike throughout the session. It&#39;s essential to stay focused, adapt to changing conditions, and trade with caution. Good luck!
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Market Clubhouse Morning Memo - October 1st, 2024 (Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META And TSLA)

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Accelerated computing and artificial intelligence stock Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) has been up over 171% in the last 12 months.
However, Gil Luria&nbsp;of DA Davidson flagged Nvidia&#8217;s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/40730558/tech-analyst-raises-red-flags-over-nvidias-heavy-dependence-on-just-four-customers-" rel="noreferrer noopener">dependence on four customers</a>, which could include hyperscalars Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>),&nbsp;Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>),&nbsp;Amazon.Com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), and&nbsp;Google parent Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) considering in-house chip developments by the tech giants.
Analysts had also highlighted the AI frenzy as overhyped, raising questions over the sustainability of the colossal investment further intensified by Nvidia&#8217;s delays in product releases like its&nbsp;Blackwell GPUs.
Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40980388/amd-chief-predicts-custom-chips-will-outperform-gpus-sees-shift-in-ai-chip-demand-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">AMD Chief Predicts Custom Chips Will Outperform GPUs, Sees Shift in AI Chip Demand: Report</a>
The AI wave is prompting several companies to tap the growth by catering to industries ranging from gaming to professional visualization, data centers, and automotive.
On Monday, Cerebras Systems Inc filed for an initial public offering with the SEC. CS-3, Cerebras&#8217;&nbsp;flagship system, can handle AI computing workloads and power AI supercomputers. It proposes to compete with Nvidia.
The AI computing firm&#8217;s sales reached $136.4 million in the first six months of 2024, up from <a target="_blank" href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/2021728/000162828024041596/cerebras-sx1.htm" rel="noreferrer noopener">$8.7 million</a> a year ago. Cerebras filed confidentially&nbsp;for the IPO in August, Bloomberg <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-10-01/india-market-buzz-china-s-stock-surge-sparks-rotation-concern?sref=TBDibEcD" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
Cerebras reported a net loss of $66.6 million, down from $77.8 million a year ago. Group 42 Holding accounted for 87% of its revenue for the first half of 2024.&nbsp;
According to a Bloomberg <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-09-25/cerebras-systems-targets-raising-up-to-1-billion-in-ipo?sref=TBDibEcD" rel="noreferrer noopener">report</a>, Cerebras could raise up to $1 billion at a valuation of $7 billion to $8 billion.
In China, Huawei Technologies&nbsp;is offering Ascend 910C processor samples to Chinese hyperscalars, which are Nvidia customers, SCMP <a target="_blank" href="https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3280306/huaweis-ai-chips-take-another-step-forward-chinese-firms-look-nvidia-alternatives" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/09/41093269/whats-going-on-with-chip-stocks-like-nvidia-taiwan-semi-and-amd-on-monday" rel="noreferrer noopener">China pushed its</a> companies to reach out to domestic AI chips from companies like&nbsp;Cambricon Technologies Corp and&nbsp;Huawei Technologies Co as it retaliates against the US&#8217;s advanced semiconductor tech sanctions.
Price Action: NVDA stock is down 1.19% at $120.01 at the last check on Tuesday.
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Nvidia Faces New Competition: Cerebras Files for IPO, Huawei Pushes AI Chips

Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) CEO Jensen Huang is making waves with his endorsement of nuclear energy to meet the surging electricity demands posed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/artificial-intelligence">by artificial intelligence (AI).</a>
AI&#8217;s energy consumption could rival that of a small country within just three years. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41074346">Speaking to Bloomberg</a>, Huang called nuclear power &#8220;a wonderful way forward&#8221; for sustaining AI data centers, emphasizing the need for diverse, sustainable energy sources.
Huang&#8217;s comments come on the heels of Microsoft Corp's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-praises-nuclear-energy-to-power-ai/480570">decision</a> to reopen the Three Mile Island nuclear station, a significant step toward addressing the energy demands created by the expansion of AI infrastructure.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/24/10/41116889/tesla-stock-speeds-ahead-of-mag7-peers-can-octobers-robotaxi-reveal-keep-the-momentum">Tesla Stock Speeds Ahead Of Mag7 Peers, Can October&#8217;s Robotaxi Reveal Keep The Momentum?</a>
AI, particularly in massive data centers run by tech giants like Google&#8217;s parent Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) and Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), is anticipated to require as much power by 2027 as entire nations such as Sweden or the Netherlands.
3 Stocks To Watch: With nuclear energy set to play a pivotal role in this transition, we dug out three stocks that could be poised to benefit from the nuclear renaissance:
<ol>
<li>Constellation Energy Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEG#NASDAQ">CEG</a>) With over 33,000 megawatts of generation capacity, including nuclear, CEG is leading the charge. Shares have surged 125.55% YTD after plans to restart the Three Mile Island plant were announced. Accordingly, Constellation is to Unit 1 of the nuclear plant&nbsp;to provide electricity to power Microsoft&#8217;s data centers. The 20-year deal is part of Microsoft&#8217;s effort to reduce its carbon footprint</li>
<li>NuScale Power Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMR#NYSE">SMR</a>) Specializing in small modular reactors (SMRs), NuScale offers an affordable, scalable solution for nuclear power. Its shares are up nearly 270% YTD, benefiting from growing interest in compact nuclear energy options.</li>
<li>Centrus Energy Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEU#NYSE">LEU</a>) Centrus, a key supplier of nuclear fuel, recently inked a long-term deal with Korea Hydro &amp; Nuclear Power. This strategic move has bolstered its stock by 60% over the past three weeks.</li>
</ol>
As AI&#8217;s energy demands continue to surge, Huang's advocacy for nuclear energy could further propel the sector&#8217;s growth, making stocks like Constellation Energy, NuScale Power, and Centrus Energy attractive opportunities for investors.
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Backs Nuclear Energy To Power AI's Future: 3 Stocks To Watch

Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) stock revved up in September, soaring over 24% and leaving its Magnificent Seven peers <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/magnificent-seven">in the dust</a>.
Year-to-date gains for the car manufacturer stock are a modest 5.32%. Still, Tesla&#8217;s recent surge outpaces rivals like Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) by a wide margin.
The question now: Can Tesla sustain this rally, or is it running out of gas?
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Performance Snapshot: Tesla Vs. Mag7 Peers</h2>
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<th>1-Year</th>
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<td>Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)</td>
<td>24.23%</td>
<td>5.32%</td>
<td>3.99%</td>
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<td>Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>)</td>
<td>5.40%</td>
<td>20.03%</td>
<td>23.61%</td>
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<td>Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)</td>
<td>12.44%</td>
<td>152.11%</td>
<td>171.19%</td>
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<td>Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>)</td>
<td>5.09%</td>
<td>16.02%</td>
<td>33.72%</td>
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<td>Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)</td>
<td>11.86%</td>
<td>65.31%</td>
<td>86.57%</td>
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<td>Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)</td>
<td>5.72%</td>
<td>24.28%</td>
<td>43.93%</td>
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<td>Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)</td>
<td>4.59%</td>
<td>25.51%</td>
<td>34.10%</td>
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Tesla's impressive 24.23% gain over the past month was driven by multiple catalysts. 
Early September saw Tesla stock break through the resistance at $235, buoyed by strong China sales and anticipation surrounding the company's full self-driving (FSD) rollout.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Next For Tesla?</h2>
The upcoming Robotaxi event, scheduled for Oct. 10 in Los Angeles, is also fueling investor optimism. CEO Elon Musk has hyped this event as potentially Tesla's most significant moment since the Model 3 launch, and Wall Street bulls like Dan Ives and Adam Jonas expect key updates on FSD and autonomous driving.
Tesla's October is shaping up to be pivotal. Along with third-quarter delivery data and earnings, the highly anticipated Robotaxi event could keep momentum rolling. 
Analysts are eyeing updates on operating costs, scale, and a potential &#8216;CyberCab&#8217; unveiling, which could take Tesla's autonomous vehicle narrative to the next level.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Stock Outlook Remains Bullish</h2>
From a technical perspective, Tesla stock's outlook remains bullish. 
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The stock is trading above its key moving averages (five, 20, 50 and 200-day), with the 50-day average at $223.06 and the current price at $262.50, indicating strong upward momentum.
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The MACD (Moving Average Convergence/Divergence) sits at 11.56, further suggesting a bullish trend, though an RSI (Relative Strength Index) of 68.16 indicates the stock may be approaching overbought territory.
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Amid the widespread digital transformation, cloud computing stands out as an attractive market because of its flexibility, cost optimization, and enhanced data security. Therefore, you can't afford to miss investing in three key cloud computing stocks: Alphabet (GOOGL), International Business Machines (IBM), and Workday (WDAY). Keep reading... Businesses are increasingly adopting hybrid and multi-cloud strategies, combining public, private, and on-premise clouds. This flexibility prevents vendor lock-in, ensures data compliance, and optimizes costs. As demand for digital transformation grows, companies utilizing cloud solutions are positioned to thrive, presenting lucrative investment opportunities.
Therefore, investors should consider robust cloud computing stocks such as Alphabet Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">GOOGL</a>), International Business Machines Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/IBM/">IBM</a>), and Workday, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WDAY/">WDAY</a>) – opportunities one can't afford to miss.
Cloud computing has transformed identity management and security, automating enterprise services globally. High-speed internet and innovative tech services have streamlined business operations through enhanced storage, databases, and cybersecurity solutions. Worldwide spending on public cloud services is projected to reach $805 billion in 2024 and <a href="https://www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=prUS52460024">double by 2028</a>, according to the latest IDC report.
Furthermore, cloud computing is essential to the modern economy, allowing businesses to scale and innovate effectively. Companies are constantly adapting to meet market demands for data availability, security, and business continuity. Hence, in Q2 2024, global spending on cloud infrastructure services grew 19% year-on-year, reaching <a href="https://www.canalys.com/newsroom/worldwide-cloud-services-q2-2024">$78.20 billion</a> and emphasizing its rising significance in various sectors.
Given these favorable trends in the cloud computing market, let's take a closer look at the fundamentals of the three cloud computing stocks mentioned above.
Alphabet Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">GOOGL</a>)
GOOGL offers various products and platforms in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Canada, and Latin America. It operates through its Google Services, Google Cloud, and Other Bets segments.
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In terms of the trailing-12-month net income margin, GOOGL's 26.70% is 805.9% higher than the 2.95% industry average. Its 30.87% trailing-12-month Return on Common Equity is 861.6% higher than the 3.21% industry average. Moreover, its 21.13% trailing-12-month <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/r/returnonassets.asp">Return on Total Assets</a> is significantly higher than the 1.24% industry average.
GOOGL's revenues for the second quarter that ended June 30, 2024, increased 13.6% year-over-year to $84.74 billion. The company's income from operations rose 25.6% from the year-ago value to $27.43 billion.
Its net income and EPS rose 28.6% and 31.3% over the prior-year quarter to $23.62 billion and $1.89, respectively. Also, its company's cash and cash equivalents came in at $27.23 billion as of June 30, 2024, compared to $24.05 billion as of December 31, 2023.
Street expects GOOGL's EPS and revenue for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, to increase 18.5% and 12.5% year-over-year to $1.84 and $86.27 billion, respectively. It surpassed the consensus EPS estimate in each of the trailing four quarters. The stock has gained 26.8% over the past year to close the last trading session at $167.19.
GOOGL's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect strong prospects. It has an overall rating of B, translating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings assess stocks by 118 different factors, each with its own weighting.
It is ranked #16 out of 52 in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet/">Internet</a> industry. It has a B grade for Stability and Quality. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">Click here</a> to see GOOGL's Growth, Value, Momentum, and Sentiment ratings.
International Business Machines Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/IBM/">IBM</a>)
IBM and its subsidiaries provide integrated solutions and services worldwide. The company operates through the Software, Consulting, Infrastructure, and Financing segments.
On September 26, 2024, IBM announced the expansion of its Quantum Data Center in Poughkeepsie, New York, introducing the IBM Quantum Heron processor, which offers improved performance and speed for global clients.
On September 24, 2024, IBM and EY announced a collaboration to leverage Apptio software, launching new solutions aimed at enhancing enterprise technology spend visibility and management. These solutions focus on improving decision-making, reducing manual reporting, and enabling organizations to optimize cloud investments and IT resources effectively.
In terms of the trailing-12-month levered FCF margin, IBM's 13.21% is 27.5% higher than the 10.36% industry average. Its 23.45% trailing-12-month EBITDA margin is 133.4% higher than the 10.05% industry average. Also, its 7.50% trailing-12-month Return on Total Capital is 169.7% higher than the industry average of 2.78%.
During the fiscal second quarter that ended on June 30, 2024, IBM's total revenue increased 1.9% year-over-year to $15.77 billion. Its non-GAAP gross profit stood at $9.12 billion, up 5.4% year-over-year over the prior year's quarter. For the same quarter, IBM's non-GAAP income from continuing operations came in at $2.27 billion and $2.43 per share, up 13.6% and 11.5% from the year-ago value, respectively.
For the quarter ended September 30, 2024, IBM's revenue is expected to increase 2% year-over-year to $15.04 billion. Its EPS for the same quarter is expected to rise 1% year-over-year to $2.22. It surpassed the Street EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. Over the past year, the stock has gained 57.6% to close the last trading session at $221.08.
It's no surprise that IBM has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary POWR Ratings system.
It has a B grade for Quality. Within the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/technology-services/">Technology – Services</a> industry, it is ranked #18 out of 75 stocks. To access the additional ratings for IBM's Growth, Value, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/IBM/">click here</a>.
Workday, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WDAY/">WDAY</a>)
WDAY provides enterprise cloud applications internationally. Its applications help customers plan, execute, analyze, and extend to other applications and environments to manage their business and operations.
On September 18, 2024, WDAY announced the expansion of Workday Ventures, which made 10 new AI investments since early 2023. These investments focus on innovative AI technologies aimed at enhancing productivity and decision-making for organizations, furthering WDAY's commitment to advancing the future of work.
On the same date, WDAY launched 12 new Industry Accelerators to help customers in sectors like banking, healthcare, and retail modernize their HR and finance operations. These solutions combine WDAY's platform with partner expertise to address industry-specific challenges and accelerate digital transformation.
In terms of the trailing-12-month Capex / Sales, WDAY's 3.05% is 44.3% higher than the 2.11% industry average. Similarly, its 75.77% trailing-12-month gross profit margin is 53% higher than the industry average of 49.54%. In addition, its 19.60% trailing-12-month net income margin is 441.5% higher than the industry average of 3.62%.
For the second quarter that ended on July 31, 2024, WDAY's total revenues increased 16.7% year-over-year to $2.09 billion. The company's net income rose 67.1% from the year-ago value to $132 million, and its non-GAAP operating income grew 23% year-over-year to $518 million.
For the same quarter, WDAY's non-GAAP net income per share increased 22.4% over the prior-year quarter to $1.75. In addition, its free cash flows stood at $516 million, up 43.3% from the previous year's quarter.
Analysts expect WDAY's revenue and EPS for the quarter ending October 31, 2024, are expected to increase 14.1% and 14.3% year-over-year to $2.13 billion and $1.75, respectively. WDAY surpassed the Street EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. Over the past year, the stock has gained 13.8% to close the last trading session at $244.41.
WDAY's strong fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. It has an overall rating of B, translating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It is ranked #21 out of 130 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/software-application/">Software - Application</a> industry. It has an A grade for Growth and a B for Sentiment and Quality. Beyond what we stated above, we have also rated WDAY for Value, Momentum, and Stability. Get all ratings of WDAY <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WDAY/">here</a>.
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GOOGL shares were trading at $165.96 per share on Tuesday afternoon, up $0.11 (+0.07%). Year-to-date, GOOGL has gained 19.10%, versus a 20.34% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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Digital advertising industry is well-positioned for significant growth due to increasing use of digital platforms and increase in digital ad spending this year. Hence, it could be wise to buy leading digital advertising stocks, Alphabet (GOOGL), Meta Platforms (META), and The Trade Desk (TTD) as ad budgets rebound. Read more... The growth of digital advertising is driven by global internet access, increasing smartphone usage, and the rise of e-commerce, which businesses use to boost brand visibility and traffic. Therefore, we look into sound digital advertising stocks, such as Alphabet Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">GOOGL</a>), Meta Platforms, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/META/">META</a>), and The Trade Desk, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TTD/">TTD</a>).
The proliferation of the internet is a fundamental driver of digital advertising growth. As more people gain access to the internet globally, the potential reach of advertising expands.
According to the <a href="https://onaudience.com/global-ad-spend-surge-across-markets">latest mid-year forecasts from IMF data</a>, global advertising expenditure is projected to grow by 5%, reaching $754.40 billion, in 2024. This increase will outstrip the expected 3.2% rise in global GDP. This is also a significant rebound from the time when companies were compelled to <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/bethkindig/2023/01/27/ad-budgets-set-to-slow-even-more-in-2023/">cut their ad budgets</a> due to a tough macroeconomic environment.
Additionally, the growth of e-commerce has played a pivotal role in driving digital advertising. Businesses leverage digital channels to promote online marketplaces, enhance brand visibility, and drive traffic to e-commerce platforms. The global digital advertising market is expected to grow at a <a href="https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/digital-advertising-market-report">CAGR of 15.5%</a> by 2030.
Thus, keeping the immense potential of digitization in mind, let us dig deeper into the fundamentals of the leading companies in the digital advertising space:
Alphabet Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">GOOGL</a>)
GOOGL is the powerhouse behind a spectrum of tech innovations and platforms worldwide. Its segments, spanning Google Services; Google Cloud; and Other Bets; cater to diverse digital needs and aspirations.
GOOGL's trailing-12-month EBIT margin of 31.03% is 241.4% higher than the industry average of 9.09%. Its trailing-12-month Return on Total Capital of 20.34% is 454.2% higher than the industry average of 3.67%. Also, its 13.40% trailing-12-month levered FCF margin is 68.3% higher than the industry average of 7.96%.
During the second quarter, which ended June 30, 2024, GOOGL saw robust growth, with revenues rising 13.6% year-over-year to $84.74 billion. Income from operations surged by 25.8% from the year-ago quarter to $27.43 billion, while <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/n/netincome.asp">net income</a> soared to $23.62 billion, marking a 28.6% increase from the prior year's quarter. Earnings per share for Class A, B, and C stock reached $1.91, up by 31.7% year-over-year.
For the quarter ending September 24, GOOGL's revenue is expected to increase 12.5% year-over-year to $86.27 billion. Its EPS is expected to grow 18.5% year-over-year to $1.84. Moreover, the company surpassed the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is impressive.
GOOGL's stock has soared 24.6% over the past year to close the last trading session at $162.29.
GOOGL's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect this positive outlook. It has an overall B rating, which translates to Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
The stock has a B grade for Sentiment, Stability, and Quality. It is ranked #12 in the 51-stock B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet/">Internet</a> industry.
Beyond what is stated above, we've also rated GOOGL for Momentum, Growth, and Value. Get all GOOGL ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">here</a>.
Meta Platforms, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/META/">META</a>)
META engages in the development of products that enable people to connect and share with friends and family through mobile devices, personal computers, virtual reality headsets, and wearables worldwide. It operates in two segments, Family of Apps and Reality Labs.
META's trailing-12-month EBIT margin of 41.21% is 353.4% higher than the industry average of 9.09%. Its trailing-12-month Return on Total Capital of 21.10% is 474.8% higher than the industry average of 3.67%. Also, its 21.37% trailing-12-month levered FCF margin is 168.4% higher than the industry average of 7.96%.
For the second quarter that ended June 30, 2024, META's revenue increased 22% year-over-year to $39.07 billion. The company's net income came in at $13.47 billion or $5.16 per share, up 73% from the previous year's quarter.
Analysts expect META's revenue and EPS for the third quarter (ending September 2024) to increase 17.6% and 19.9% year-over-year to $40.17 billion and $5.26, respectively. Also, the company has topped the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in all of the trailing four quarters.
META's shares have gained 10.6% over the past six months and 88.4% over the past year to close the last trading session at $563.33.
META's solid fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of B, which equates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Quality and Sentiment. The stock is ranked #18 in the Internet industry.
<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/META/">Click here</a> to access the additional META ratings (Value, Momentum, and Stability).
The Trade Desk, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TTD/">TTD</a>)
TTD operates as a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company offers a self-service cloud-based platform that allows buyers to plan, manage, optimize, and measure data-driven digital advertising campaigns across various ad formats and channels. 
TTD's trailing-12-month EBIT margin of 14.05% is 54.5% higher than the industry average of 9.09%. Its trailing-12-month Return on Total Capital of 7.65% is 108.3% higher than the industry average of 3.67%. Also, its 25.24% trailing-12-month levered FCF margin is 217% higher than the industry average of 7.96%.
During the second quarter, which ended June 30, 2024, TTD saw robust growth, with revenue rising 13.6% year-over-year to $585 million. Adjusted EBITDA surged by 34.4% from the year-ago quarter to $242 million, while its non-GAAP net income soared to $197 million, marking a 41.7% increase from the prior year's quarter. Non-GAAP earnings per share reached $0.39, up by 39.3% year-over-year.
For the quarter ending September 24, TTD's revenue is expected to increase 25.6% year-over-year to $619.57 million. Its EPS is expected to grow 19.1% year-over-year to $0.39. Moreover, the company surpassed the consensus revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is impressive.
TTD's stock has soared 30.3% over the past six months to close the last trading session at $110.79.
TTD's POWR Ratings reflect its prospects. The stock has an A grade for Growth and Quality and a B for Sentiment.
Beyond what is stated above, we've also rated TTD for Momentum, Stability, and Value. Get all TTD ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TTD/">here</a>.  
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