The Federal Reserve’s Jerome Powell is on deck Wednesday, where rate cuts are all but expected. But after the closing bell, it’s big-tech earnings. - MarketWatch photo illustration/Getty Images, iStockphoto It’s hard to overstate just how crucial Wednesday could be for the stock market in its final leg of this year. Major U.S. equity indexes already zoomed to fresh record highs this week ahead of the Federal Reserve’s expected decision to cut rates on Wednesday, with a batch of a major tech earning set t ...

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Investment Climate in Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia is experiencing significant growth and transformation, particularly in infrastructure, hospitality, and tourism, driven by a population of 35 million [2][3] - The capital markets are heating up with increased activity in IPOs and M&A, both domestically and internationally, indicating a busy period ahead [4][5] Focus on AI and Technology - Companies like Aramco are heavily investing in AI, utilizing their extensive data from drilling operations to enhance economic efficiencies [3][6] - The emergence of AI is seen as a transformative force for businesses, necessitating new strategies for market engagement [6][8] Market Dynamics and Opportunities - Current market conditions, including all-time high stock prices and potential Federal Reserve rate cuts, create a favorable environment for M&A activity [5][6] - There is a vast amount of untapped value in the market, with trillions of dollars in potential capital expenditures, requiring innovative financing solutions [10][11] Sector-Specific Insights - The utility sector, particularly power, is gaining attention alongside AI and data centers, indicating a shift in investment focus [17] - The entertainment industry, especially sports, is emerging as a significant area for deal-making, reflecting changing consumer interests [18] Investment Evaluation Criteria - Successful investments are determined by assessing talent, business plans, and go-to-market strategies, as exemplified by the AI company Open Evidence [13][14]

Group 1: AI Spending and Market Impact - AI spending is crucial for the market, with significant capital expenditures (capex) from major tech companies, but the monetization of this spending remains uncertain [1][2] - The "Magnificent 7" tech companies account for nearly one-third of all S&P 500 capex, yet their free cash flow growth has shifted from over 60% positive year-over-year to slight negative [3] - There is an increasing trend of companies utilizing debt for deals rather than relying on cash flow, indicating a shift in financial strategies [4] Group 2: Earnings Season Insights - The "Rule of 40" remains relevant as companies balance growth and profitability, with a focus on the difference between top-line and bottom-line growth [4][5] - In the current earnings season, four out of eleven sectors show a decelerating pace of profit margins, while six sectors are experiencing a decline, with overall profit margins just under 13%, which is better than expected [6] - Key sectors with stronger profit margins include tech, financials, utilities, and basic materials, while communication services show slight deceleration in profit margin growth [6][7] Group 3: Broader Economic Commentary - The commentary from companies during the earnings season provides insights into the macroeconomic landscape, suggesting resilience in demand despite the lack of government-issued data [7][8]

This is The Takeaway from today's Morning Brief, which you can sign up to receive in your inbox every morning along with: What we're watching What we're reading Economic data releases and earnings The top 10 stocks in the S&P 500, led by the AI giants, have surged back to dot-com era levels of dominance, according to new data from Lori Calvasina, head of US equity strategy research at RBC. Her chart shows the group’s equal-weighted performance versus the rest of the S&P is approaching the highs of th ...

Core Insights - Moseley Investment Management disclosed the purchase of 136,173 additional shares of the iShares iBonds Dec 2028 Term Treasury ETF (IBTI) for approximately $3 million, increasing its total stake to 651,411 shares [2][3][7] Investment Strategy - The acquisition of IBTI now represents 4.4% of Moseley's reportable assets under management, making it the fund's second-largest asset [3][9] - This move indicates a strategic shift towards fixed income investments, as IBTI and another term Treasury ETF (IBTG) together account for nearly 9% of total assets [9][10] ETF Performance - As of the latest market close, IBTI shares were priced at $22.44, reflecting a 1.6% increase over the past year, compared to an 18% gain for the S&P 500 [3] - The ETF offers a 12-month trailing yield of 3.9% and a 1-year total return of 3.4% [4] ETF Characteristics - IBTI focuses on U.S. Treasury securities maturing in 2028, providing predictable income and principal return at maturity [6][8] - The fund maintains a non-diversified structure with at least 90% allocation to Treasuries, designed for capital preservation and bond laddering [10][12]

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Group 1 - Global stocks reached a new intraday record, driven by optimism over a potential trade deal between China and the U.S. [1][2] - A framework for the trade deal was established by top economic officials from both countries, with a meeting scheduled for Thursday between President Trump and President Xi Jinping [2][3] - The trade deal is expected to alleviate concerns regarding U.S. tariffs and Chinese export controls on rare earths, which could stabilize investor sentiment [3] Group 2 - U.S. stock markets showed solid gains, with all three major indexes hitting new intraday records, particularly boosted by technology stocks [4] - Qualcomm's shares surged by 18% following the announcement of two new artificial intelligence chips for data centers, set for commercial availability next year [4] - The upcoming Federal Reserve meeting is anticipated to result in a 25 basis point rate cut, which could significantly impact market expectations [5] Group 3 - The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 247.49 points (0.52%) to 47,454.61, the S&P 500 rose by 60.89 points (0.90%) to 6,852.58, and the Nasdaq Composite climbed by 344.72 points (1.48%) to 23,549.00 [6] - MSCI's global stock gauge rose by 8.90 points (0.89%) to 1,010.27, marking its third consecutive session of gains [6] - The pan-European STOXX 600 index also experienced a rise of 0.23% [6]