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Core Insights - Alphabet is currently not ready to discuss the implications of its AI partnership with Apple, indicating a cautious approach towards its core business focused on AI [1] Group 1: Google-Apple Relationship - The partnership between Google and Apple has been beneficial, with Google paying Apple $20 billion to be the default search engine on Apple devices, providing Google access to Apple's 2.5 billion active devices [2] - The latest AI deal with Apple is rumored to cost Apple approximately $1 billion per year, but the immediate benefits for Google are less clear compared to its search business [3] Group 2: AI Advertising and Business Model - Google has announced plans to introduce ads in AI Mode for Google Search, with tests placing ads below or integrated into chatbot responses, aiming for a seamless shopping experience [4] - Competitor Anthropic is challenging the ad-supported AI model with a forthcoming Super Bowl ad, raising questions about the long-term viability of Google's and OpenAI's business models [5] Group 3: Earnings Call Insights - During Alphabet's earnings call, the Apple Siri deal received minimal attention, with CEO Sundar Pichai mentioning that Google would be Apple's "preferred cloud provider" and assist in developing next-generation foundation models based on Gemini technology [6]

Group 1: Market Overview - The recent volatility in the market highlights the importance of portfolio diversification, particularly as tech-only portfolios have suffered significant losses [1] - The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite experienced declines due to a sell-off in tech stocks, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 260 points, or 0.5% [2] Group 2: Technology Sector Performance - Advanced Micro Devices saw a sharp decline of 17% following a perceived disappointing first-quarter outlook, with other chipmakers like Broadcom and Micron Technology also experiencing losses [3] - Software stocks have faced significant selling pressure amid concerns over AI disruption, with Oracle dropping 5% and the iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF falling for the seventh consecutive session [3] Group 3: Other Industries' Performance - Companies such as Campbell's, PepsiCo, Smuckers, and Kraft Heinz have seen stock price increases despite challenges, indicating resilience in the consumer goods sector [4] - In the healthcare sector, firms like Johnson and Johnson, Merck, and Amgen have performed well and are considered valuable investments [4] Group 4: Banking and Industrial Sectors - Banks have been advancing as investors believe they will benefit from AI improving operational efficiency, alongside industrial companies like Honeywell, Dover, and Emerson Electric [5] - These firms are characterized by earnings, dividends, and stock buybacks, making them attractive compared to tech stocks [5] Group 5: Earnings Season Impact - During earnings season, companies can provide significant upside surprises, leading to positive stock performance, which aligns with traditional market behavior [6]

Corpay (CPAY) came out with quarterly earnings of $6.04 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.95 per share. This compares to earnings of $5.36 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +1.47%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this provider of fuel card and payment products for businesses would post earnings of $5.63 per share when it actually produced earnings of $5.7, delivering a surprise of +1.24%.O ...

e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.24 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.73 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.74 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +69.63%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this cosmetics company would post earnings of $0.57 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.68, delivering a surprise of +19.3%.Over the last four quarters, the ...

Aflac (AFL) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.57 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.71 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.56 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -8.10%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this insurer would post earnings of $1.8 per share when it actually produced earnings of $2.49, delivering a surprise of +38.33%.Over the last four quarters, the company has surpass ...

Lantronix, Inc. (LTRX) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.04 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.03 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.04 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +33.33%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post earnings of $0.03 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.04, delivering a surprise of +33.33%.Over the last four quarters, the compan ...

Mid-America Apartment Communities (MAA) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $2.23 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.22 per share. This compares to FFO of $2.23 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an FFO surprise of +0.59%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this real estate investment trust would post FFO of $2.17 per share when it actually produced FFO of $2.16, delivering a surprise of -0.46%.Over ...

McKesson (MCK) came out with quarterly earnings of $9.34 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $9.31 per share. This compares to earnings of $8.03 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +0.35%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this prescription drug distributor would post earnings of $8.92 per share when it actually produced earnings of $9.86, delivering a surprise of +10.54%.Over the last four quarter ...

Essex Property Trust (ESS) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $3.98 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4 per share. This compares to FFO of $3.92 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an FFO surprise of -0.52%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this real estate investment trust would post FFO of $3.96 per share when it actually produced FFO of $3.97, delivering a surprise of +0.25%.Over the last four q ...