Dilin Wu
Research Strategist
Most recent articles
KOSPI & Nikkei Plunge: Concentrated Bulls and Elevated Energy Drive Sell-Off
Heightened Middle East tensions combined with soaring energy prices have triggered sharp declines across Asian stock indices. KOSPI and the Nikkei have both retraced more than 10% from their late-February highs. Concentrated bullish positions and simultaneous equity-currency pressures have intensified selling, keeping risk management top of mind for traders in the near term.
Gold Outlook: Risk Premiums Rise Amid Middle East Tensions, Market Watches for News-Driven Reactions
The sudden escalation in the Middle East triggered a gap-up in gold, lifting the risk premium, though the sustainability of buying pressure remains uncertain. Traders should monitor developments in diplomatic talks and the upcoming U.S. nonfarm payrolls report, while managing risk and position sizing carefully.
AI Disruption Fear Slams IBM: Claude Code Challenges Profit Model
On February 23, IBM’s stock plummeted more than 13% in a single day. The market is concerned that Anthropic’s Claude Code tool could disrupt traditional COBOL service revenue, potentially triggering a broader reassessment of profitability across the tech sector.
Gold Outlook: Bulls Break $5,100 as Tariffs and Geopolitical Risks Continue to Drive
Gold breaks above $5,100, reinforcing the short-term bullish structure. Rising U.S. tariff uncertainty and escalating U.S.–Iran tensions are boosting safe-haven demand. Short-term support lies at $5,100/$5,000, with resistance near $5,200. Traders remain closely attentive to policy and geopolitical developments.
NVIDIA (NVDA) Q4 26 Preview: Data Center Remains Strong, Three Key Risks to Watch
NVIDIA’s data center business remains the core growth engine, but rising competition, China market uncertainties, and cash flow pressures merit attention.
Walmart (WMT) Q4 26 Earnings Preview: How Consumer Segmentation & AI Fuel Its $1T Market Cap
Walmart (WMT) reports Q4 FY26 earnings on Feb 19. With a $1T market cap and 47x P/E, investors assess growth quality, AI gains, and valuation sustainability.”
Gold Outlook: Price Stalled at $5,100, Focus on Geopolitics and Tariff Updates
Gold trades in a high range near $5,100 as easing inflation, geopolitical risks and central bank buying support prices, while strong US jobs cap gains.
Gold Outlook: Price Hovers Around $5,000 as Nonfarm Payrolls and Geopolitics Take Center Stage
Gold remains in a consolidation pattern, with $5,000 as a key level. Geopolitical risks, central bank buying, and a softer dollar provide support, while this week’s U.S. nonfarm payrolls, CPI, and U.S.-Iran talks could break the sideways trend.
Amazon (AMZN) Q4 25 Earnings: Solid Revenue and AWS Growth, But Heavy Investments Pressure Cash Flow
Amazon delivered steady Q4 results with strong AWS growth, but substantial future investments are set to increase cash flow pressure, weighing on the stock. For traders, the focus shifts from the absolute scale of capital expenditures to the timing and certainty of cash returns.
CBA H1 26 Earnings Preview: RBA Resumes Rate Hikes, Focus on Profitability and Asset Quality
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) is set to release its H1 2026 earnings on February 11, with market expectations remaining cautious. With RBA rate hikes underway, focus will be on net interest margins, asset quality, revenue mix, and dividend policy. Volatility is expected to be above average on earnings day, requiring careful position management.
Palantir (PLTR) Q4 25 Earnings Review: Strong U.S. Growth, Stock Under Pressure
Palantir delivered a strong Q4, with revenue growth and forward-looking metrics remaining robust. U.S. market growth is highly predictable, while international business and reputational risks continue to weigh on the stock.
Gold Outlook: After $1,000 Drop—Can Nonfarm Payrolls Turn the Tide?
Gold tumbles over $1,000 from record highs after Warsh’s Fed Chair nomination fuels hawkish bets. Rising futures margins and easing geopolitical tensions have amplified short-term volatility. Traders will be closely watching key U.S. data, especially nonfarm payrolls, to gauge the market’s next move and manage risk.
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