Market Overview - The stock market reached record highs this week, driven by the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates for the first time since December, reducing the overnight lending rate by a quarter-point [1] - The S&P 500 and Nasdaq achieved all-time closing highs, with gains of approximately 1.2% and 2.2% respectively [1] - The Fed's current benchmark funds rate is now between 4% and 4.25%, with indications of potential further cuts in 2025 [1] Company Highlights - **Broadcom**: The company saw a strong run, prompting the Club to realize profits by right-sizing its position, achieving an 88% gain on shares purchased in September 2023. The sale does not indicate a change in the investment thesis, as the company is expected to benefit from accelerating AI revenue [1] - **Boeing**: The Club increased its position in Boeing, which is down about 10% from recent highs, citing unchanged fundamentals and a significant increase in orders due to trade agreements [1] - **CrowdStrike**: Shares surged over 12% after the CEO provided a multi-year financial outlook, targeting $20 billion in annual recurring revenue by fiscal year 2036, representing a 15% compound annual growth rate from the $10 billion target for fiscal year 2031 [1] - **Nvidia**: Announced a partnership with Intel, involving a $5 billion investment in Intel stock and collaboration on AI systems for data centers. Nvidia and Intel stocks rose approximately 3.5% and 23% respectively following the announcement [1] - **Apple**: Launched new iPhone models, leading to a stock increase of over 3.2%. JPMorgan raised its price target for Apple shares from $255 to $280, citing strong early demand for the new devices [1]