Market Overview - The software sector and cryptocurrency experienced a significant downturn, with the S&P 500 index falling by 1.23% to 6798.4 points, the Nasdaq Composite down 1.59% to 22540.59 points, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average decreasing by 1.2% to 48908.72 points, marking the worst three-day sell-off since April of the previous year [1][3] - Bitcoin dropped below $64,000, losing nearly half its value over the past six months, while spot silver saw a single-day decline of nearly 20% [1] Employment Data Impact - The recent weak U.S. employment data has halted the recent sector rotation, with 318 stocks in the S&P 500 declining. December job openings unexpectedly fell to the lowest level since 2020, and the number of layoffs reached the highest January level since the severe recession in 2009 [3] - Allianz's Chief Economic Advisor, Mohamed El-Erian, noted that layoffs are occurring despite GDP growth of approximately 4%, indicating a decoupling of employment from economic growth, which could have profound economic, political, and social implications [3] Company-Specific Developments - Amazon's stock plummeted over 10% after announcing a capital expenditure forecast of $200 billion for the year, significantly higher than the previous year's $130 billion and analyst expectations of $150 billion, which negatively impacted its profit guidance [3] - Nvidia's stock fell by 1.33%, while other major tech companies like Apple, Google, and Microsoft also saw declines, with Microsoft down 4.95% and Amazon down 4.42% [6] AI and Software Sector - The software sector faced pressure following the release of a new flagship model by AI company Anthropic, contributing to a broader sell-off in AI-related stocks. FaceSet dropped 7.21%, reaching its lowest point since March 2020, while Thomson Reuters fell over 5%, hitting a new low since 2021 [6] - Amid concerns over AI capital expenditures, some supply chain stocks performed well, such as Tianhong Technology, which rose 6.9% due to Google's $185 billion capital expenditure guidance [6] Chinese Stocks Performance - Chinese stocks showed resilience, with the Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index rising by 0.9%. Notable performances included NIO up 5.86% and Baidu up 0.73%, while Alibaba and JD.com saw slight declines [7] Other Industry News - Pandora, the world's largest jewelry company, surged 16.83% after announcing plans to reduce reliance on pure silver by introducing platinum-plated jewelry in response to rising silver prices [8] - The proposed merger between Rio Tinto and Glencore to form the world's largest mining group collapsed, with Glencore citing undervaluation of its contribution to the merger [9] - Nvidia announced delays in the release of its RTX 50 series graphics cards due to memory shortages, prioritizing AI chip production instead [10] - Hims & Hers Health plans to launch a cheaper generic version of the oral weight loss drug semaglutide, causing a significant drop in the stock price of Novo Nordisk, which had just received approval for its brand product [11]

凤凰网科技讯 北京时间2月6日，据彭博社报道，苹果公司CEO蒂姆·库克(Tim Cook)在周四举行了一场 全体员工大会，回应了员工关注的多个话题，包括AI、CEO接班人规划、内存短缺以及移民执法问 题。 在谈到AI时，库克表示，苹果新设备将会利用这项技术。他还回顾了创纪录的假日季度业绩、苹果的 服务业务，以及为庆祝公司成立50周年所做的计划。 "AI是我们这一生中遇到的最具深刻影响的机遇之一，"他说，"我坚信，没有任何公司能比苹果更好地 帮助客户以深刻而有意义的方式运用AI。" 对于竞争对手推出新型AI设备引发的担忧，库克回应称："AI将催生全新的产品与服务类别，我们对此 感到无比振奋。它为苹果开启的机遇也让我们充满期待。" 展望海外市场，库克强调了公司在印度、马来西亚等地取得的进展。"新兴市场对我们来说非常重 要，"他说，"我们在这些市场的份额仍然不大，但潜力巨大。" 对于美国目前针对移民采取的暴力执法问题，库克表示，他对美国当前的移民政策"深感痛心"，并将继 续向立法者施压，推动相关问题的解决。 库克在周四的员工大会上表示："我听说你们中有些人甚至不太敢离开家。任何人都不该有这种感觉。 任何人都不应该。 ...

Market Overview - The ASX is expected to open down by -1.2%, influenced by declines in Wall Street [1] - The Nasdaq fell -1.6% amid a tech selloff, while the S&P and Dow both dropped -1.2% [2] - Global markets also experienced losses, with London down -0.9% and the Stoxx index down -1% [3] Commodities - Gold prices remained steady but slightly down, while silver saw a significant drop of -12.5%, trading at US$73.83/oz [4] - Iron Ore prices decreased by -1.9%, selling at $100.65 per tonne [7] - Brent Crude oil fell by -3%, now priced at $67.31 per barrel [7] Company News - Rio Tinto has abandoned merger talks with Glencore, which would have created the world's largest mining company; Rio Tinto's stock fell -2.6% in London, while Glencore's dropped -11% [5] - Advance Metals reported successful historic sampling tests at its Yoquivo silver-gold project, potentially leading to a resource upgrade next month [6] - MGX Resources completed a half-split acquisition of the Central Tanami gold project in the Northern Territory [6] - REA Group and Syntara are among the companies reporting today [6]

Group 1: Apple Inc. - Apple is a leader in consumer technology, known for its popular hardware devices and strong brand recognition, which allows it to maintain pricing power [2][4] - The company develops its own software and services, creating a robust ecosystem that enhances customer loyalty and retention [3] - In Q1 2026, Apple reported a net income of $42.1 billion on revenue of $143.8 billion, resulting in a profit margin of 29% [4] Group 2: Costco Wholesale Corporation - Costco performs well in various economic conditions, with same-store sales growth of 5.9% in fiscal 2025 and 6.4% in Q1 2026 [5] - The company has a high membership renewal rate of nearly 90%, indicating strong customer loyalty [6] - Costco maintains low product prices by purchasing in bulk, allowing it to negotiate favorable terms with suppliers and pass savings to customers [7]

Core Insights - The recent Bitcoin crash was not due to manipulation or panic but highlighted that Bitcoin has become what it aimed to disrupt, aligning more with traditional financial systems [1][30] - Institutional selling from American entities led to a significant negative Coinbase premium, indicating a lack of confidence among US institutions while global retail traders attempted to buy the dip [4][28] Market Dynamics - For 21 consecutive days leading up to the crash, Bitcoin traded at a discount on Coinbase compared to offshore exchanges, with the Coinbase premium reaching a negative $167.8, the worst in a year [3][4] - Hedge funds have exited their Bitcoin positions as the basis trade, which previously offered 17% risk-free returns, diminished to below 5% by early 2026, resulting in a one-third reduction in Bitcoin ETF exposure [2][8] Institutional Behavior - The persistent negative premium during the crash indicated aggressive selling from institutions, with no significant buying interest from institutional players [5][20] - Stablecoins like Tether and USD Coin saw a loss of nearly $14 billion from December to February, suggesting that investors were exiting the crypto ecosystem rather than reallocating within it [5][6] Structural Changes - Bitcoin's integration into institutional frameworks has led to it behaving like a traditional asset, with its price now closely correlated with technology stocks, reflecting a shift from its original decentralized vision [18][22] - The mechanisms of ETF creation and redemption have resulted in mechanical selling during outflows, further distancing Bitcoin from its foundational principles [16][23] Future Scenarios - Three potential paths for Bitcoin's future include a return of institutional capital through Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, a stagnant market with continued ETF outflows, or a prolonged range-bound price movement between $60,000 and $75,000 [24][25] - The current holder base lacks the ideological commitment seen in previous market cycles, with institutional investors acting based on performance metrics rather than long-term belief in Bitcoin [26][27]

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Market Overview - Global markets experienced a significant downturn, with major indices in the US suffering substantial losses. The Dow Jones dropped approximately 600 points, while the Nasdaq fell nearly 2% [1][2]. Stock Performance - Major technology stocks faced considerable declines, including Qualcomm (-7.58%), Oracle (-4.55%), Google (-4.51%), Amazon (-4.38%), and Tesla (-3.66%) [3]. - Alphabet, the parent company of Google, saw its stock decrease by 4% following its announcement of expected capital expenditures related to artificial intelligence, which could reach up to $185 billion by 2026 [7][8]. Commodities and Cryptocurrencies - Precious metals experienced sharp declines, with silver prices plummeting over 16% [3]. - Oil prices also fell significantly during this period [4]. - Bitcoin dropped below the $70,000 mark, settling at $67,000, indicating a loss of interest from traditional investors and a growing pessimism regarding cryptocurrencies [5]. Economic Indicators - Concerns about the labor market intensified, with US employers announcing 108,435 layoffs in January, the highest number for that month since the global financial crisis [8]. - Initial jobless claims for the week ending January 31 exceeded expectations, further contributing to a negative market sentiment [8]. - The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that job vacancies fell to their lowest level since September 2020 by December 2025 [9].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the full year 2025, total revenue was $834 million, the second highest in the company's history, with a year-over-year increase of approximately 2 times compared to 2021 levels of $425 million [16][17] - Adjusted EBITDA reached a record high of $589 million for 2025, nearly 3 times the 2021 level of $208 million [17] - Non-GAAP EPS for 2025 was $15.31 per share, more than 4 times the $3.73 per share reported in 2021 [17] - In Q4 2025, total revenue was $158 million, exceeding the high end of the outlook of $144-$148 million [15] - Q4 adjusted EBITDA was $88 million, exceeding the high end of the outlook of $68-$76 million, resulting in an adjusted EBITDA margin of 56% [15][16] - Non-GAAP EPS for Q4 was $2.12, exceeding the high end of the outlook of $1.38-$1.63 [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Smartphone revenue for 2025 was just below $680 million, up 14% year-over-year, marking an all-time high [7] - The company licensed 8 of the top 10 largest smartphone manufacturers, covering about 85% of the overall market [6] - In the CE and IoT program, a new agreement was signed with HP, covering about half of the global PC market [7] - The company has now licensed over 50 agreements with a total contract value of more than $4.6 billion since 2021 [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has renewed licenses with major smartphone vendors, including Xiaomi and LG Electronics, which are expected to contribute to recurring revenue [7][8] - The enforcement campaign against major streaming services like Disney+ and Amazon is ongoing, with positive preliminary results in Brazil and Germany [9][27] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to grow its annualized recurring revenue and margin expansion, focusing on AI research and the development of 6G and next-generation video codecs [4][5] - The acquisition of AI startup Deep Render is part of the strategy to strengthen AI research capabilities [11] - The company is actively contributing to 6G standards development, which is expected to be the first native AI wireless standard [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's position to drive shareholder value in 2026, with expectations for total revenue in the range of $675 million-$775 million [18] - The company anticipates a step down in annualized recurring revenue (ARR) due to expirations but expects to renew about two-thirds of the $92 million that expired at the end of 2025 [19] - Management emphasized the importance of their patent portfolio and ongoing litigation efforts to ensure fair compensation for their innovations [36][37] Other Important Information - The company received recognition from multiple third parties, including being named one of America's greatest companies by Newsweek and the number one most successful mid-cap company in America for 2026 by Forbes [13] - The company will showcase its technology at the Mobile Congress in Barcelona, highlighting innovations in 6G and AI [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance for Q1 revenue and recurring fees - Management confirmed that the guidance for Q1 includes $55-$60 million of catch-up sales, indicating a decrease in recurring revenue due to expirations [24][25] Question: Timeline for litigation with Disney and Amazon - Management provided updates on the positive outcomes in Brazil and Germany for the Disney case, with further developments expected in the U.S. later in the year [26][27] Question: Details on the consumer electronic device agreement - The agreement with the social media company is a device agreement that licenses radio assets and Wi-Fi, but is not expected to be a high-volume agreement [33] Question: Threats on the litigation front - Management acknowledged the inherent risks in litigation but expressed confidence in the quality of their patent portfolio and the strategy to enforce their rights [36][37] Question: M&A as part of R&D efforts - The company is open to M&A opportunities to enhance its research capabilities and fill gaps in its portfolio [41] Question: Differences in litigation for streaming services - Management noted that the streaming industry is relatively new for the company, requiring more time to establish the strength of their portfolio compared to established relationships in the smartphone industry [42]

北京时间2月5日晚，美股三大指数低开，截至发稿前，道指下跌0.43%，纳指下跌0.52%，标普500指数下跌0.50%。 现货黄金、白银下跌，截至发稿，现货黄金下跌3.18%，现货白银下跌15%。 | | 伦敦金现 00 AUUSDO 责 | | | --- | --- | --- | | 4851.800 | 5020.070 昨收 4783.150 买价 | 5010. 4851.1 | | -159.130 -3.18% 开 | 5011.070 卖价 | 4853.4 | | 同花顺黄金 2 | 银行金价 1089.05 -1.94% | | | 相当 ETE の | TIn L 塩 S ETE - Z 160/ / | | | 布伦特原油主连， | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | BRNOW 外期 延時 | | | | | 68.95 振幅 67.67 | 回应 | 2.51% 量 19.05 | | | 67.21 昨结 | ਜ਼ਿੰ | 69.46 持仓 60.78 | | | -1.79 -2.58% 开 68.52 今结 | | 日増 +85 | | | ...