Overall Market Overview Global markets experienced mixed performance as investors rotated out of high-growth technology stocks and selectively moved into cyclical and commodity-linked sectors. Risk appetite remains cautious amid valuation concerns in tech, while policy developments and regional catalysts supported Asian equities. US Markets – Tech-led Pullback US equities retreated as profit-taking hit technology stocks. The Dow Jones$DJIA(.DJI)$   fell 0.3%, the S&P 500 $S&P 500(.SPX)$  declined 0.8%, and the Nasdaq $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$  dropped 1.4%.

$Alphabet(GOOG)$ Over the past few months, market sentiment has clearly shifted more positive, with Jim Cramer highlighting the company’s enduring dominance in search and the long-term monetization power of YouTube. More importantly, Gemini AI has emerged as a credible growth catalyst, reinforced by its strategic partnership with Apple. This optimism is echoed by institutions, with RBC Capital and Bank of America reiterating Buy ratings and raising price targets to the $370–$375 range, underscoring attractive upside potential.

$Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ Fiscal Q4 revenue rose 20.5% year-over-year, while net income and diluted EPS both rose 35.0%. In US dollars, fiscal Q4 revenue reached $33.73 billion, up 25.5% year-over-year and up 1.9% from the previous quarter. Wendell Huang, Senior VP and Chief Financial Officer of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (NYSE:TSM), stated that the company’s strong fiscal Q4 results were supported by solid demand for its leading-edge process technologies, and management expects these trends to continue in fiscal Q1 2026.

$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) could be a beneficiary of a new development in which Canada agreed to the removal of 100% tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, according to Reuters. On January 19, Reuters reported that Canada is lowering the EV-import tariff to 6.1% from 100% as part of trade deal normalization with China. As per the deal, Canada will allow the import of over 49,000 EVs annually from China, with the quota rising to 70,000 within five years. With Tesla’s strong presence in Canada, it could be a great deal for the EV maker. The company already has 39 stores across the country, and an existing logistics setup is a plus. Since Tesla’s largest factory is in Shanghai, it is planning to build a Canada-specific version of the M

$Oracle(ORCL)$ Guggenheim reiterated a $400 share price target and a Buy rating on the shares as it called the firm its “Best Idea” in the software industry. Along with providing AI infrastructure, Oracle Corporation (NYSE:ORCL) is also one of the largest enterprise resource planning (ERP) software providers in the world. The shares have struggled amidst concerns about the debt the firm is taking to build AI infrastructure. Guggenheim outlined that Oracle Corporation (NYSE:ORCL)’s long-term growth opportunities could make the spending worthwhile.

$NVIDIA(NVDA)$ Cramer has asserted that NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA)’s valuation is low when compared to the firm’s intellectual property. Analysts have also continued to be optimistic about the company. RBC Capital and Wolfe Research have reiterated Outperform ratings on the stock. Some of the reasons the analysts have cited as driving their confidence include NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA)’s strong ecosystem, AI demand, and order backlog. In his recent remarks about the firm, Cramer asserted that market watchers should have more faith in the firm’s CEO.

$Microsoft(MSFT)$ On January 15, Reuters reported that the company agreed with Indigo Carbon to purchase a record 2.85 million soil carbon credits linked to regenerative agriculture in the US, with Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) aiming to become carbon negative by 2030. This is despite increased emissions associated with AI. Becoming carbon negative means the company aims to make sure that it facilitates more removals of carbon than the amount its operations emit globally.

$Alphabet(GOOG)$ Over the past couple of months, Jim Cramer has turned increasingly optimistic on Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL). Several factors have driven his optimism. Early on, these included enthusiasm for YouTube and the firm’s dominance in the search engine market. More recently, Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL)’s Gemini AI platform has landed on the CNBC TV host’s radar. He correctly predicted that Gemini would land a deal with Apple. In mid-January, RBC Capital raised the price target to $375 and kept a Buy rating for Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL)’s shares. Along with RBC, Bank of America upgraded the price target to $370 from $335 and kept a Buy rating.

$Broadcom(AVGO)$ On January 14, Cathie Wood loaded in on Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO) stock, adding over 143,000 AVGO shares across its ARKK and ARKW ETFs. The move came as AVGO shares dipped over 4% during the day’s trading session. Wood bought 143,089 AVGO shares worth $50.74 million. Analysts also remain bullish on Broadcom, with 92% out the total 53 analysts covering AVGO rating the stock a Buy. Over the last year, as of January 15, AVGO shares have soared over 50%. With analysts’ median price target of $461, AVGO has an upside potential of over 32.50%.

$Amazon.com(AMZN)$ I made an additional investment in Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) as I see significant upside potential despite its shares being relatively flat over the past year. Recent analyst updates support this view: TD Cowen raised its price target to $315 with a Buy rating, citing growth in Amazon’s advertisement business, as over 60% of customers plan to increase spending. Bernstein maintains a $300 target with an Outperform rating, highlighting expansion in Amazon Web Services and retail margins. With both cloud and ad businesses poised for growth, AMZN offers compelling long-term value.

$Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$ I made an additional investment in AMD stock today. The decision is driven by AMD’s strategic collaboration with Tata Consultancy Services, announced on January 14. This partnership aims to accelerate AI adoption for enterprises, helping them scale from pilot projects to full production, modernize legacy systems, and build secure, high-performance digital workplaces. This collaboration highlights AMD’s growing influence in AI infrastructure and enterprise solutions, reinforcing its long-term growth potential. I view this as a strong catalyst for AMD’s revenue expansion and market positioning in the rapidly evolving AI and computing landscape.

$Apple(AAPL)$ I made an additional investment in Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) despite the stock being down 8.3% year-to-date. Market optimism remains strong, with UBS maintaining a Neutral rating and a $280 target, highlighting potential iPhone strength with expected December sell-through of 84.5–85 million units, marking up to 13% annual growth. Goldman Sachs continues to see Apple as an Outperform, citing robust consumer demand, particularly for the iPhone. With these fundamentals and strong earnings potential ahead, I view Apple as well-positioned for recovery and long-term growth.

$Apple(AAPL)$ I made an additional investment in Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) as I see strong near-term catalysts supporting the stock. Despite an 8.3% YTD decline, major analysts remain confident: UBS maintains a Neutral rating with a $280 target, highlighting potential upside from robust iPhone sales, projected at 84.5–85 million units in December—a 13% year-over-year increase. Goldman Sachs reiterates an Outperform rating with a $330 target, emphasizing sustained strong consumer demand. With Apple’s resilient product demand and favorable earnings outlook, this investment aligns with a strategy to capture value as the market potentially recognizes the stock’s growth momentum.

$Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$ I made an additional investment in AMD stock today. The decision is driven by AMD’s growing presence in the AI sector, highlighted by its recent strategic collaboration with Tata Consultancy Services announced on January 14. This partnership aims to help companies scale AI from pilot projects to production, modernize legacy systems, and create secure, high-performance digital workplaces. With AMD’s cutting-edge computing technology and expanding enterprise partnerships, the company is well-positioned to capture increasing demand in AI infrastructure and cloud solutions, supporting long-term growth and shareholder value.

$Amazon.com(AMZN)$ I made an additional investment in Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) to capitalize on its multi-pronged growth potential. Despite shares being relatively flat over the past year, Amazon is showing promising signals. TD Cowen recently raised its price target to $315, highlighting potential gains from the company’s advertising business, as over 60% of customers plan to increase spending. Bernstein also maintains a positive outlook, citing growth opportunities in Amazon Web Services and improving retail margins. This combination of retail, cloud, and advertising growth makes AMZN an attractive addition to my portfolio.

$Broadcom(AVGO)$ I added to my position in Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ: AVGO) following a significant buying signal from Cathie Wood, who acquired over 143,000 shares across ARKK and ARKW ETFs during a 4% intraday dip. Analysts remain overwhelmingly bullish, with 92% rating AVGO a Buy, and the stock has delivered over 50% gains in the past year. With a median price target of $461, the upside potential exceeds 32%, making AVGO a compelling growth and tech exposure play in my portfolio. Strategic accumulation at current levels aligns with both market momentum and long-term prospects.