Market Overview - The US market is experiencing a divergence, with the Dow gaining over 80 points (almost 0.2%), while the S&P 500 is down about 0.33% and the Nasdaq down 0.9% due to a sell-off in software stocks [3][8]. - Bitcoin remains below the critical level of $75,000, which is seen as an important technical level for future price movements [4][9]. Software and Technology Sector - The software sector is facing significant declines, with most stocks in the sector showing deep red, indicating ongoing selling pressure without specific catalysts [6][7]. - Concerns about AI potentially supplanting the functionality of existing software products are contributing to the malaise in the sector [7][9]. - Major tech companies like Apple, Nvidia, and Meta are also experiencing declines, with Nvidia down 2% and Meta down 3% [8][9]. Uber's Performance - Uber reported strong quarterly results with bookings up 22%, revenue up 20%, and EBITDA up 35%, but the guidance was in line with expectations rather than exceeding them [11][12]. - The company faces long-term risks from the potential disruption caused by autonomous vehicles (AVs), which could impact its market share and overall take rate [12][13]. Upcoming Earnings Reports - Alphabet and Amazon are set to report earnings soon, with Alphabet expected to show strong performance in its search and cloud businesses, potentially growing over 40% [21][22]. - Amazon is anticipated to perform well due to its interconnected businesses in retail, advertising, and AWS, with expectations of over 30% stock performance growth [25][26]. Pfizer's Strategy in Obesity Drugs - Pfizer is entering the competitive weight loss drug market, with a focus on developing a differentiated portfolio of injectables and oral medications [64][66]. - The company aims to address unmet medical needs in the obesity market, which is expected to grow significantly despite existing competition [67][70]. Analyst Calls and Market Reactions - Super Micro's price target was lowered due to margin pressures, while Chipotle's target was also cut following a same-store sales decline [47][48]. - Five Below received an upgrade due to new leadership and a strategic focus shift, while Boston Scientific's shares fell after issuing a soft forecast for 2026 [49][60].
What Wall Street doesn't like about Uber's earnings, what's next for bitcoin