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 Nike (NYSE: NKE) is one of the most globally recognized brands. However, brand awareness alone does not guarantee sustained financial success. Recently, Nike has faced declining revenue and net income, and its stock price is currently 57% below its all-time high from November 2021. Despite this, the stock’s current undervaluation presents an intriguing opportunity for long-term investors. But can investing in Nike now truly lead to substantial long-term gains? SOURCE : YAHOOFINANCE 1. Is Nike’s Brand Power Still Strong? One of Nike’s key competitive advantages is its brand strength. Before investing, it’s crucial to assess whether this advantage remains intact. Gen Z Preference: According to Piper Sandler’s ‘Taking Stock With Teens’ Fall 2024 survey, Nike remains the top footwear and apparel brand among nearly 14,000 teenagers. Pricing Power: As of Q2 2025, Nike’s gross margin stands at 43.6%, showcasing its ability to maintain strong profitability despite challenges. Scarcity M...

  Comparing Historical Peaks & Assessing Inflation Risks POINTS The Nasdaq has continued to reach new record highs , fueled by AI innovation and a booming semiconductor sector. However, valuation metrics such as P/E and P/S are approaching historic peaks , raising concerns about a possible correction. Recent U.S. inflation data exceeded expectations , leading the Fed to signal a more cautious approach to rate cuts, causing a short-term dip in growth stocks. By comparing previous market peaks (Dot-com Bubble 2000, Pre-GFC 2007, Post-COVID 2021) , we can assess whether the Nasdaq is truly overheating. Will AI-related stocks continue to drive gains, or is a market correction looming? Key Factors Driving the Nasdaq Rally source : pixabay 1️⃣ AI Boom and Semiconductor Growth 📌 AI and Cloud Computing Demand Companies like NVIDIA, AMD, Microsoft, Google, and Amazon have seen massive stock gains as AI adoption accelerates. AI-driven data centers and cloud computing are fueling stron...

  POINT The U.S. dollar's rally has paused , leading to renewed capital inflows into emerging-Asia stocks. Trump’s tariffs are less aggressive than expected , easing investor concerns. $700M flowed into Asian emerging markets (excluding China) in the last five days , reversing seven weeks of outflows. The MSCI Emerging Asia ex-China Index rose 1.8% last week , still undervalued at 15x forward P/E vs. 22x for the S&P 500 . AI-driven optimism and rate-cut expectations further support the region’s recovery. Details: Why Are Global Investors Buying Emerging-Asia Stocks Again? source : bloomberg 1️⃣ Weaker Dollar Boosts Emerging Markets Bloomberg’s Dollar Index has dropped over 3% from its February peak , → A weaker dollar reduces import costs for emerging economies and → Gives central banks more flexibility to cut interest rates and boost growth. 2️⃣ Trump’s Tariff Threats Are Easing Earlier this month, Trump proposed 25% tariffs on Canada & Mexico , but later delayed them ...

  POINT US retail sales decline increases expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut 10-year Treasury yield drops below 4.5% , marking a five-week rally S&P 500 and Nasdaq rise , while the US dollar weakens Meta and Dell stocks climb , but Intel and consumer-related stocks face potential adjustments US Retail Sales Decline: A Sign of Economic Slowdown? US retail sales in January fell by 0.9% month-over-month , marking the largest decline in nearly two years. This sharp pullback follows a strong consumer spending trend in late 2024. As a result, market analysts are now betting on an increased likelihood of a Fed rate cut. Expert Opinions David Russell (TradeStation) : "Consumer sentiment is weakening, which increases the probability of a Fed rate cut." Jose Torres (Interactive Brokers) : "This weak retail data has revived expectations for rate cuts, but the earlier inflation report this week remains a wildcard." Investment Strategy Implications Slowing consumer...