Earnings Expectations - Earnings expectations for Q3 are down 2% quarter over quarter, similar to the setup seen in Q2 [2] - In Q2, consensus earnings expectations for the broader market (excluding technology) were about 2.5%, while realized earnings growth was 8.5%, indicating significant upside potential [3] Market Performance - The Dow and S&P indices experienced their best week since August, reflecting a positive sentiment in the market [1] - Despite some sectors underperforming, such as regional banks and oil, defensive sectors like healthcare, utilities, and gold are performing well [5] Sector Analysis - Regional banks have underperformed by more than 25 percentage points compared to large banks since early 2023, suggesting a preference for large banks as a safer investment [8] - The oil sector is facing challenges due to excess supply following the end of the US driving season, leading to a lack of allocation in energy assets [7] Investment Strategy - The strategy involves not completely rotating away from AI and tech stocks but also considering buying dips in banks and looking at industrials [9] - Gold is being recommended alongside tech stocks, driven by factors such as China's gold stockpiling and central bank diversification [10][14]

Market Overview & Strategy - The market is experiencing a "junk rally" driven by momentum and sentiment, particularly in unprofitable stocks, meme stocks, and crypto-related assets [1] - The firm is allocating to higher quality stocks and drafting off the market, avoiding being the "lead race car" [2] - The strategy involves owning high-quality stocks that are producing earnings, following trends in those pockets of the market [3] Sector Allocation & Analysis - The firm is overweight in technology, considering it one of the highest quality parts of the market based on return on equity [4][5] - The firm uses the PEG ratio (P/E divided by earnings growth estimates) to avoid overpaying for earnings growth; consumer discretionary does not rank well [5] - Attractive opportunities are seen in communication services, technology, industrials, and utilities, driven by AI-related factors like power demand and earnings [6] Inter-Sector Dynamics - Gains in technology stocks are helping financials, particularly on the wealth management side, creating a symbiotic relationship [6] - A circular relationship exists where tech earnings power the economy and market, creating opportunities for financials [7]

Core Insights - The Q3 earnings season has started strong, with American Express and other major financial institutions exceeding earnings and revenue estimates, indicating a healthy consumer and economy [2][3] - The overall economic outlook from these bank results is positive, with stable consumer spending and improving credit demand despite concerns about non-bank lenders [3][4] - The capital markets business is showing signs of recovery, with management expressing optimism about deal pipelines, supported by favorable regulatory and monetary policies [4] Financial Performance - For the 47.7% of the finance sector's market capitalization that reported Q3 results, total earnings increased by +20.4% and revenues by +10.9%, with 96.2% beating EPS estimates and 88.5% beating revenue estimates [5][6] - Among the 58 S&P 500 members that reported Q3 results, total earnings rose by +15.4% year-over-year on +8.0% higher revenue, with 86.2% beating EPS estimates and 79.3% beating revenue estimates [6] - The Zacks Finance sector is expected to see Q3 earnings growth of +21.3% and revenue growth of +7.6% compared to the same period last year [7] Future Expectations - Positive Q3 results and management commentary are expected to sustain favorable revisions, with projected earnings growth of +6.5% and revenue growth of +6.4% for Q3 2025 [8] - The trend of increasing Q3 estimates suggests a positive outlook for the upcoming quarters, contingent on continued strong earnings results and guidance [13]

Core Insights - The recent stock market highs are primarily supported by strong corporate earnings growth rather than investor exuberance [2][3] - Equity market returns driven by robust earnings are generally more resilient compared to those influenced by fluctuating investor sentiment [3] - Current stock market valuations are similar to those at the beginning of 2025, with earnings growth being the main driver [5][6] Earnings Performance - The Nasdaq 100 Index has increased by 16% this year, supported by a 14% rise in expected earnings [8] - The "Magnificent Seven" tech stocks have also risen by 16%, with expected earnings growth of 17% [8] - The S&P 500 large-cap stocks are up 13%, with expected earnings growth of 10% [8] - Even the S&P 600 small-cap stocks, which have lagged, show expected earnings growth of 5% [8] Valuation Trends - Valuations across major indices have seen minimal changes this year, with the Nasdaq 100's valuations rising by only 2% and the S&P 500's by 3% [8] - The "Mag 7" tech stocks and small-cap S&P 600 have experienced a shrink in valuations despite their price increases [8]

Core Insights - The current market environment is dynamic, with banks indicating broad strength across various economic segments despite ongoing challenges like the government shutdown and trade tensions [1][2] - Earnings reports from major banks have been encouraging, reinforcing a bullish outlook among investors, particularly as technology sector earnings estimates have been raised significantly [1] - The resilience of the consumer remains a key theme, with no signs of deterioration in consumer spending, which is crucial for economic growth [1] Banking Sector - Major banks reported strong earnings, suggesting robust performance across different segments, including AI and capital markets [1] - The CFO of JP Morgan noted a record level of deal-making and M&A activity, indicating a healthy investment climate [1] Technology Sector - Technology earnings estimates have increased from 15.9% to 20.9% year-over-year growth for the current quarter, driven by positive revenue expectations from major companies like Microsoft and Nvidia [1] - The anticipation of strong earnings from technology companies is expected to support market sentiment and valuations [1] IPO Activity - There have been over 150 IPOs in 2023, with more expected, reflecting strong investor appetite and risk sentiment in the market [2] - The increase in IPO activity is seen as a positive sign for market health, suggesting that investors are looking beyond current challenges [2] Market Sentiment - Investors are largely viewing current geopolitical and economic challenges as noise, maintaining a long position in the market [2] - Concerns about high valuations exist, but they are not significantly impacting the overall positive outlook among major money managers [1]

Market Outlook - Goldman Sachs 认为，尽管存在诸多不确定性因素，但考虑到健康的盈利增长和美联储的宽松政策，以及机构投资者相对保守的仓位，市场前景依然乐观 [2][3] - 机构投资者仓位并未因标普 500 指数接近历史高位而大幅增持 [3][4][5] Earnings Analysis - 尽管面临外汇顺风减少和关税可能增加的不利因素，但 Goldman Sachs 预计企业盈利仍将超过市场普遍预期的 6% [5][6][7] - 过去两个季度，标普 500 指数成份股公司的盈利增长约为 12%，但市场普遍预期本季度仅为 6%，可能过于保守 [6][7] - 关税已经对企业利润率产生了一定影响，目前美国政府收取的关税收入约为每季度 1000 亿美元，约占美国企业总利润的 10% [17] AI Investment and Productivity - Goldman Sachs 认为，当前对人工智能的资本支出是合理的，因为人工智能带来的生产力提升可能创造 4 万亿美元或更多的价值 [10] - 考虑到潜在的生产力提升，今年约 4000 亿美元的人工智能资本支出是合理的 [11] - 英伟达的例子表明，人工智能领域公司的估值并未过度扩张，其股价上涨主要由盈利增长驱动 [12][13] Economic Indicators - Goldman Sachs 预计就业情况将趋于稳定，并在明年略有改善，货币政策宽松和财政政策刺激将提供支持 [15][16] - 零售销售数据表现良好，大型银行也指出消费者仍然具有韧性 [20] Commodities - Goldman Sachs 的商品分析师对贵金属持乐观态度，预计全球央行和 ETF 的购买将持续 [21] - 推动黄金价格上涨的因素包括对滞胀的避险需求、央行资产重新配置以及与 Meme 股票的关联 [22]

Core Insights - Celestica's stock has seen a significant increase of 168% in 2025, indicating strong market performance and investor confidence [4] - Goldman Sachs has initiated coverage of Celestica with a buy rating and a price target of 340, suggesting a potential 19% upside from current levels around 286 [1] Company Performance - Celestica's stock reached record highs following positive analyst ratings, particularly from Goldman Sachs [1] - The company is recognized as a key supplier of data center equipment for hyperscalers, which positions it well in a growing market [1] Market Trends - The overall stock market opened higher, influenced by positive earnings reports and guidance from companies like Celestica [1] - Fabrinet, another data center equipment supplier, also experienced a rise in stock price, reflecting a bullish sentiment in the sector [1]

Core Insights - U.S. Bancorp reported an increase in earnings for the latest quarter, driven by record revenue and loan growth [1] Financial Performance - The company achieved record revenue, contributing significantly to the rise in earnings [1] - Loan growth was a key factor in the improved financial performance [1]

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Joining us now on set, Anukica Trion, head of global head private banking, wealth management, and investments at ING, based in the Netherlands, and you bicycled all the way here. It's amazing. It's amazing.So, so, so thank you. So, what is the European investment view of the United States markets. Because we're all debating bubble or not, you think not.We continue to see opportunity because ultimately AI bubble or not, it boils down to real dollars being spent on real capex with a very wrong very long runwa ...