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Next Day Prep: Market Insights Mega-cap Surge, TSLA Alert! – Monday 1/26/2026

January 26, 2026 4:48
Tickers Mentioned
SPYQQQVXXMETAGOOGINTCNVDATSLAAMZNMSFT
Episode Summary
Market showed split behavior with mega-caps rising while small caps and chips lagged. SPY neared resistance at 695-696 amid late-day fade. Focus on JLL, AMGN, MOD setups while monitoring Mag 7 earnings this week.
Key Takeaways
  • Mega-caps like META and GOOG led while chips struggled
  • TSLA broke below 50-day moving average, down 3%
  • SPY resistance at 695-696, QQQ support at 625
  • Watch JLL, AMGN, MOD for breakout opportunities
  • Mag 7 earnings wave incoming this week creates uncertainty
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Next Day Prep: Market Insights Mega-cap Surge, TSLA Alert!

A quick analysis of today’s market outlook and key trading opportunities to start your day.

Intro & Market Mood:

Welcome to “Next Day Prep – What We Are Watching Tomorrow!” I’m your host, and today we are breaking down a Monday session that was a little deceptive. While the S&P 500 showed a modest increase, signaling possible all-time highs, the market beneath the surface revealed a split scenario.

Overnight Headlines:

  • Market Summary: SPY +0.5%, Nasdaq +0.4%. Mega-caps like META and GOOG led, while chips such as INTC and NVDA struggled. Notably, TSLA broke the 50-day moving average, and Gold/Silver hit record highs.
  • News: IONQ’s acquisition of SkyWater (SKYT) and the incoming earnings wave from “Mag 7” companies such as META, MSFT, AAPL, and AMZN.
  • Technical Analysis: SPY resistance at 695-696, support at 691. QQQ support at 625. Late-day fade and VXX spike indicating elevated caution.
  • Trade Ideas: Highlighted stocks include JLL in Commercial Real Estate, AMGN in Biotech, MOD in Industrials, and RCL in Cruise. Small caps to watch: TARA, DTI.

Economic Announcements:

No specific economic announcements were mentioned in the briefing.

Earnings Highlights:

Earnings expectations are focused on significant companies like META, MSFT, AAPL, and AMZN from the “Mag 7” this week.

Top Movers:

  • Top Gainers: META (+2%)
  • Top Losers: TSLA (-3%)
  • Gold/Silver: Record highs

Quick Trade Ideas:

  • Longs: Consider JLL for a Real Estate breakout, AMGN in Biotech, and MOD showing strength in Industrials.
  • Consumer: RCL stands out in Cruise lines performance.
  • Speculative/Small Cap: Brief mentions of TARA and DTI as high-risk movers.

Key Takeaway:

Focus on the split nature of the market with Mega-cap strength contrasting with Small Caps and chips struggling. Stay vigilant with technical levels, especially SPY resistance at 695-696 and QQQ support at 625. Watch for breakouts in JLL, AMGN, and MOD while being cautious of crypto stocks and late distribution in the tech sector.

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