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MarketBeat Week in Review – 04/20 - 04/24Written by Chris Markoch. First Published: 4/25/2026. 
Key Points
- The ceasefire was a catalyst, but earnings are still the signal as stocks moved higher, led by the Russell 2000.
- Volatile oil prices are a reminder that inflation will remain a front burner issue.
- Earnings season shifts into high gear with many of the mega-cap technology stocks reporting next week.
- Special Report: Elon Musk: This Could Turn $100 into $100,000
Stocks had a strong week, led by the Russell 2000, buoyed by an extension of the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran and hopes of further negotiations, perhaps as early as this weekend. Investors have reason to look past the conflict: earnings are the signal, and earnings season is off to a bullish start. However, volatile oil prices are a reminder that many parts of the economy are interconnected in ways an earnings report can’t gloss over. Inflation will remain a front-burner issue even if it appears to be abating, and any escalation of hostilities would be a headwind for stocks.
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Next week, earnings season kicks into high gear, including reports from some of the largest technology stocks. The MarketBeat analysts will stay on top of those reports and other news to help identify opportunities. Here are some of our most popular articles from this week. Articles by Thomas Hughes This week, Thomas Hughes analyzed three stocks with three different growth stories. The case for Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) is straightforward. The stock is moving higher ahead of earnings, as are analysts' estimates. There are risks, but unless those risks appear in the earnings report, this is likely the beginning of a stronger move. The case for 3M (NYSE: MMM) is more nuanced. The company had a good quarter, but tepid guidance is holding back institutional support. Hughes showed why the chart suggests the downside is mostly priced in. Credo Technologies (NASDAQ: CRDO) is a chip stock and one of the strongest performers that many investors may not be familiar with. Hughes explained why CRDO is in the early stages of a cycle that will give investors opportunities to buy and take profits. Articles by Sam Quirke Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) delivered earnings this week. Sam Quirke noted that investors are now behind the company’s “more than a car company” narrative. The question is how much the pivot will cost. Intel Corp. (NASDAQ: INTC) continues to show investors it benefits from demand in the artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem. However, Quirke noted that after a strong pre-earnings move, INTC may need to take a breather to give investors a better entry point. Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) is another stock that’s made a strong pre-earnings move. That doesn’t make the upcoming report a make-or-break moment, but Quirke highlighted what investors will need to hear to keep the stock running higher. Articles by Chris Markoch GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV) delivered stellar earnings this week. Chris Markoch explained why the company plays a key role in the data center buildout, which is likely to support a higher stock price despite valuation concerns. Two of the country’s largest steel producers reported earnings this week. In an environment of steel tariffs, that should have been bullish for both stocks. However, Markoch explained why one steel stock is thriving while the other is still struggling. Many investors understand the upside for SpaceX but want to avoid IPO volatility. Markoch highlighted three space stocks that serve as proxies for SpaceX and are likely to ride the IPO wave. Articles by Ryan Hasson Nebius Group (NASDAQ: NBIS) was a small-cap stock just two years ago but has grown into a large-cap AI powerhouse. This week, Ryan Hasson explained the catalysts behind the move and why investors must decide for themselves how much upside remains. Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOGL) has become an undisputed leader in the AI infrastructure story. Hasson detailed recent moves that show the company continues to give investors reason to pay attention. Space stocks remain a hot sector, but Hasson explained why Blue Origin’s high-profile mishap has put the sector’s key bottleneck in focus. He highlighted three space stocks that can turn that obstacle into a catalyst. Articles by Leo Miller Score one for the “AI is a bubble” crowd. Allbirds (NASDAQ: BIRD) stock jumped over 500% after the shoe company pivoted away from its original business model to become an AI infrastructure play. For investors considering this meme-stock move, Leo Miller explained why the company’s new strategy raises more questions than answers. On the other side of the AI bubble bet is Aehr Test Systems (NASDAQ: AEHR). Not long ago Aehr was a small-cap name in the chip-testing space; Miller wrote about new contracts that keep coming in, which suggest Aehr may have room to move higher despite a $60 million equity issuance. Vertiv Holdings (NYSE: VRT) is one of the hottest and most essential AI infrastructure stocks. The company’s equipment powers and cools data centers. Miller recapped the company’s strong earnings and showed why VRT is likely to grind higher. Articles by Nathan Reiff Quantum stocks got a boost from National Quantum Day on April 14. For now, the hype is ahead of the hope. Nathan Reiff highlighted three new quantum stocks and whether they could threaten D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS), which holds a real but fragile leadership position in the sector. The SpaceX IPO may be too rich and risky for many investors. That’s where exchange-traded funds (ETFs) may offer a solution. Reiff highlighted three space-themed ETFs that provide exposure to all areas of the emerging space economy. If recent data signals a trend, higher factory output may mean infrastructure stocks are getting ready to surge. Reiff pointed investors to three manufacturing companies that belong on a watchlist for a potential rally in manufacturing stocks. Articles by Dan Schmidt The Russell 2000 led stocks higher this week. Dan Schmidt gave risk-tolerant investors three small-cap chip stocks that are still flying under investors’ radars but offer significant upside. Many analysts have suggested it may be time to look at international markets. This week’s spike in the European technology index reinforced that view. Schmidt offered reassurance that it’s not too late to get in and highlighted three undervalued European tech stocks to consider. Bitcoin’s recent move to hold $75,000 may be underappreciated by the market. Schmidt pointed investors to two crypto stocks for investors seeking crypto exposure through a typical brokerage account. Articles by Jeffrey Neal Johnson Cannabis stocks were back in the news this week, but are they back in play? Jeffrey Neal Johnson wrote two pieces to help investors understand the Trump administration’s executive orders to fast-track research into psychedelic drugs and the decision to move state-licensed medical marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III. Johnson also highlighted the bullish earnings report from Valmont Industries (NYSE: VMI). The core growth story for the industrial manufacturer is its infrastructure business, which is foundational to the AI infrastructure buildout. Johnson noted that the real driver may come from the company’s agricultural business. The electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) sector continues to advance toward commercial reality. This week, Johnson checked in on three of the major players and highlighted the distinct business models each hopes will give it the upper hand. Articles by Jennifer Ryan Woods It’s been smooth sailing for the cruise line industry, but some companies are still navigating choppy seas. Jennifer Ryan Woods explained why analysts believe three cruise line stocks have more long-term upside but are on different short-term paths, leaving one name standing above the rest. Harley-Davidson Inc. (NYSE: HOG) has had an impressive rally after a major sell-off. With the company due to report earnings in early May, Woods explained the factors weighing on its business model and why analysts want evidence the turnaround is gaining traction. Articles by Peter Frank The fintech sector is often associated with speculative stocks. This week, Peter Frank explained why investors should consider Jack Henry & Associates (NASDAQ: JKHY), which stands out as a quiet leader with a network of 7,400 community banks and credit unions. Staying in fintech, Frank checked in on Toast Inc. (NYSE: TOST), the company behind many restaurant point-of-sale systems. Frank noted that Toast finally reported a profit but still faces a core risk that is likely to keep investors on hold. |
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