Market Overview - Major U.S. index futures indicate a higher open on Monday, with stocks expected to continue the upward trend from last Friday [1] - Nvidia (NVDA) shares rose by 1.0% in pre-market trading, while Oracle (ORCL) increased by 0.9% [2] - Electronic Arts (EA) shares surged by 5.4% after announcing an acquisition agreement valued at approximately $55 billion [2][3] Acquisition Details - EA stockholders will receive $210 per share in cash, representing a 25% premium over the unaffected share price of $168.32 [3] Economic Indicators - The Labor Department's monthly jobs report is anticipated to show an increase of 50,000 jobs in September, following a rise of 22,000 jobs in August [4] - The report could influence interest rate outlooks, with concerns about a potential U.S. government shutdown also affecting trader sentiment [4] Stock Performance - Major averages finished positively on Friday, with the Dow up by 299.97 points (0.7%) to 46,247.29, S&P 500 up by 38.98 points (0.6%) to 6,643.70, and Nasdaq up by 99.37 points (0.4%) to 22,484.07 [6] - Despite the gains, the Nasdaq fell by 0.7% for the week, while the S&P 500 and Dow dipped by 0.3% and 0.2%, respectively [6] Inflation Data - Consumer prices increased in line with expectations, with the PCE price index rising by 0.3% in August after a 0.2% increase in July [7][8] - The annual growth rate of the PCE price index rose to 2.7% in August from 2.6% in July, while the core PCE price index remained at 2.9% [8] Global Market Reactions - Asian stocks rose broadly, with China's Shanghai Composite Index increasing by 0.9% due to a 20.4% annual rise in industrial profits for August [13][14] - The Kospi in South Korea jumped by 1.3% on renewed hopes for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut [16] European Market Performance - European stocks showed mixed results amid concerns of a potential U.S. government shutdown [18] - The German DAX Index decreased by 0.1%, while the French CAC 40 and U.K.'s FTSE 100 increased by 0.3% and 0.4%, respectively [20]

Market Overview - Stocks initially moved higher but later gave back some gains, with the Nasdaq entering negative territory, while the S&P 500 and Dow showed slight increases [1] - The Nasdaq is down 36.68 points (0.2%) at 22,348.02, the S&P 500 is up 8.28 points (0.1%) at 6,613.00, and the Dow is up 146.69 points (0.3%) at 46,094.01 [1] Economic Indicators - A report from the Commerce Department indicated that the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index rose by 0.3% in August, following a 0.2% increase in July, aligning with economist expectations [2] - The annual growth rate of the PCE price index increased to 2.7% in August from 2.6% in July, also meeting estimates [3] - The core PCE price index, excluding food and energy, rose by 0.2% in August, matching the revised increase in July and expectations, with an annual growth rate of 2.9% remaining unchanged from July [3] Federal Reserve Outlook - The inflation data has bolstered confidence that the Federal Reserve may continue to lower interest rates in the upcoming months [4] Sector Performance - Energy stocks performed strongly due to a significant rise in crude oil prices, with the Philadelphia Oil Service Index and NYSE Arca Oil Index increasing by 1.9% and 1.7%, respectively [7] - Gold stocks also showed strength, with the NYSE Arca Gold Bugs Index gaining 1.5% alongside rising gold prices [7] - Conversely, computer hardware stocks declined, leading to a 1.4% drop in the NYSE Arca Computer Hardware Index [8] Tariff News - President Trump announced a 100% tariff on pharmaceuticals unless companies establish manufacturing plants in the U.S. [5] - Additional tariffs include a 25% tariff on heavy trucks and a 50% tariff on kitchen cabinets and related products, effective October 1st [6] International Markets - In the Asia-Pacific region, stocks mostly declined, with Japan's Nikkei 225 Index down 0.9% and China's Shanghai Composite Index down 0.7% [9] - Major European markets saw gains, with the French CAC 40 Index up 0.8% and both the German DAX Index and U.K.'s FTSE 100 Index up 0.7% [9] Bond Market - Treasuries showed modest strength in response to inflation data, with the yield on the benchmark ten-year note decreasing by 1.6 basis points to 4.156% [10]

Market Sentiment - Carter oil services stocks are trending upwards [1] - The speaker expresses a positive sentiment towards Carter oil services stocks [1] Trading Activity - A trade occurred with 24 seconds remaining [1] - Dan is baiting IWM (iShares Russell 2000 ETF) [1] Personnel - Tim G, presumably from GM (General Motors), is mentioned [1] - Carter (likely related to Carter oil services) does not want to comment [1]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint suggests a positive sentiment towards oil services stocks, indicating a potential upward trend in this sector [1] - Carter, a key figure mentioned, appears to have a favorable outlook on the oil services stocks, although he refrains from making a direct comment [1] - The mention of IWM and TJ Maxx indicates a broader market context, suggesting that various sectors are being monitored for investment opportunities [1]

Market Overview - The market is currently in a holding pattern due to an upcoming Federal Reserve decision, with positive signals from rising earnings and declining rates, suggesting potential for stock growth if a recession is avoided [2][4] - Valuation support has diminished, which complicates market predictions, as valuation is not a reliable timing tool [2][5] Federal Reserve Insights - There is a general desire for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, which are currently seen as too restrictive [4] - Market expectations indicate a potential 3% Fed funds rate by this time next year [4] Company Analysis: Oracle - Oracle's growth is significant, with projections of 70% annualized growth in a young industry, but concerns arise from a $300 billion order from OpenAI, which is not yet profitable [7][8] - Oracle is experiencing negative free cash flow, which is expected to continue for the next couple of years, warranting caution for investors [8] Company Analysis: DataDog - DataDog is positioned well in the software space, offering a mission-critical application with a unique pricing model based on workloads and data consumption, which may be essential for navigating the AI era [10][11] Company Analysis: SLB - SLB, formerly Schlumberger, is evolving from a traditional oil services company to an embedded AI player, partnering with Nvidia to enhance its digital services platform [12][13] - The company currently trades at a 12 times multiple with a 3% dividend, with expectations for significant multiple expansion [13] Company Analysis: Morcore - Morcore is highlighted as a strategic investment in the data center sector, operating on an asset-light model that minimizes balance sheet risk while managing projects effectively [14] Investment Strategy - A diversified portfolio is recommended, avoiding over-reliance on high-performing stocks like the "Magnificent Seven," as future performance is uncertain [15][16] - The software sector is identified as particularly challenging due to changing business models and potential reductions in workforce, which could impact sales [17]

Investment Recommendations - KKR's stock experienced a 10% sell-off post-earnings, but presents a potentially favorable entry point due to strong growth [1] - Sirat slumberjier oil services is expected to see increased revenue, making the stock a potentially good buy due to being out of favor [1] - Synchrony Financial is highlighted as a strong performer, reaching 52-week highs, reflecting a broader trend in the financial sector [1] Stock Performance & Market Trends - Interactive Brokers, previously highlighted in the $50s, has risen into the $60s, exceeding earnings expectations and being added to the S&P 500, indicating a breakout [2] - CrowdStrike is being defended as a final trade [2] - An unnamed company's report is considered "unbelievable," with its CEO regarded as the best in the space, suggesting a strong long-term hold [3]

Investment Recommendations - Suggests considering a trade related to XLU (utilities ETF) for the next 25 years, potentially involving oil services [1] - Recommends a long position in the OIH ETF (oil services ETF) [1] - Advises buying protection through Triple Q (Invesco QQQ Trust) put spreads [1] - Highlights LVMH (luxury goods company) as a potentially undervalued space with significant value [1]

Industry Outlook - SLB (Schlumberger), the world's largest oil-services provider, anticipates resilience in the oil industry [1] - The industry remains optimistic about the second half of 2025 [1] Demand Considerations - Customer demand uncertainties are present [1]

Joining us now for more on the market, Sati, the DCLA managing partner. He's also a CNBC contributor. Sarat, great to see you.Um, we're practically at record highs. Yeah. Are you finding value or are you paying up.I think if you separate the market from the AI trade, I think you can definitely find opportunity and I would say a value of areas that have not performed, whether it's because there's an administration overhang or fundamentals really haven't caught up yet. So, I do think you can deploy capital. I ...

Core Insights - Geospace Technologies (NASDAQ: GEOS) has experienced a significant stock price increase, rising over 50% in a few trading sessions and exceeding 200% in the last month, with daily trading volume surging from below 100,000 shares to over 1.6 million [1][2] Group 1: Recent Developments - The surge in investor interest was triggered by a multi-year contract awarded by Petrobras for a high-value Permanent Reservoir Monitoring (PRM) system utilizing Geospace's OptoSeis® fiber optic technology, enabling continuous monitoring of deepwater oil reservoirs [3][4] - This contract provides Geospace with a long-term revenue stream, addressing investor concerns regarding the unpredictable, project-based revenue typical in the energy sector [4] Group 2: Business Strategy and Growth - Geospace is diversifying beyond its traditional energy roots, with a rebranding strategy called "Solutions for a Smarter Future" aimed at reducing dependence on the cyclical energy market [5][6] - The Smart Water segment has shown exceptional growth, reporting a 47.8% year-over-year revenue increase in Q2 2025, reaching $9.5 million, marking the highest first six-month revenue in company history [6][7] - The company has sold over 27 million Hydroconn® waterproof connectors, which are now certified for "Build America, Buy America" compliance, crucial for securing U.S. municipal contracts [7] Group 3: Financial Health - Geospace operates with virtually no long-term debt and holds approximately $20 million in cash and short-term investments, indicating strong financial health [7][8] - A current ratio of 5.59 suggests the company can comfortably cover its short-term obligations, allowing it to invest in high-growth segments without relying on external capital [8] Group 4: Future Outlook - The recent contract with Petrobras provides significant revenue visibility and potential cash flow, essential for accelerating the company's transformation into a diversified technology leader [9][10] - Key areas to monitor include the execution of the Petrobras project and continued innovation in the Smart Water segment, which will be critical for validating the long-term strategy [10][12]