<p>On Market Mondays, Earn Your Leisure and Stock market expert Ian Dunlap discuss strategies to make money in the stock market under any circumstance. During Market Mondays, we also answered a variety of investment questions from live callers. </p><p><br></p><p>Market Mondays is a new, exciting look into the world of investing and money management. </p>
Total Ideas
27
With Returns
26
Equal-Weighted Return
-0.76%

"Electronic Arts has announced a $55 billion all cash acquisition deal where shareholders will receive $210 per share."
The discussion outlines EA Sports' $55 billion acquisition deal led by major investors, underscoring the shift to a privately held structure and its implications for shareholder value.

"SGMT is a no. If you got in below $11, take profit and then SGMT is a no."
The host advises investors to avoid SGMT, a biotech ETF, as conditions suggest it is not a favorable trade relative to other opportunities.

"I like it at 293 flat."
A trade call is made for ABGO at a flat entry price of 293, reflecting a strong short-term opportunity.

"If I was to enter a new position in Robin Hood, it would probably be at 116.55."
The host recommends an entry position in Robinhood (HOOD) at approximately $116.55 as a short-term trade idea.

"One 47, 88 is where I would like to enter into Palantir when they have a feedback."
An entry trade for Palantir (PLTR) is recommended at approximately 147.88, presenting a short-term opportunity.

"I like Nvidia at 163.50 as an entry point."
The host recommends buying Nvidia (NVDA) at a price of 163.50, citing its prominent role in AI infrastructure and future growth potential.

"Microsoft. If Microsoft drops to $498.88, that is an entry point stock club."
The host recommends buying Microsoft stock if it falls to $498.88, presenting it as a strategic entry point for investors seeking short‐term gains.

"TSMC is probably the most undervalued stock in the last 10 years given the current geopolitical challenges, offering a defensive opportunity in the chip space."
The speaker notes that TSMC (TSM) appears to be significantly undervalued, largely due to geopolitical pressures that have depressed its stock price. This commentary implies a potential buying opportunity, as TSMC’s strong market fundamentals and strategic importance in chip manufacturing make a compelling case for long-term investment.

"Micron is expected to blow out its earnings and could cross 175 at the open tomorrow. Every earnings report over the past two years backed by growing data center demand justifies adding to my position."
The speaker issues a trade call for Micron Technology (MU), forecasting a strong earnings beat driven by increased demand in AI data centers. With the stock already rising from around $89 to the mid-$160s, the call is to capitalize on an anticipated further run, making it a viable long-term bullish play.

"Disney lost $3.8 billion in market value due to backlash from changes like the ESPN subscription model, raising questions about the sustainability of its asset profitability."
The commentary on Disney (DIS) highlights structural challenges as the company shifts its streaming strategies and pricing models. The move to integrate Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited into a cohesive revenue system has prompted investor concerns amid market backlash and potential long-term impacts on margins.

"If it falls back to 168.84, I would invest at that price and load up for a five-year hold. NVIDIA is undervalued at these levels despite trading near all-time highs."
The speaker provides a clear trade call for NVIDIA (NVDA), advising investors to target a pullback to approximately $168.84 for accumulation. With robust AI growth prospects, strategic partnerships, and a dominant market position, NVIDIA is positioned as a long-term winner.

"Apple is on the rise; after strong reviews for the new iPhone, its stock has improved. But there are challenges with software integration and establishing a breakthrough in AI which might slow down the momentum."
The discussion around Apple (AAPL) reflects a balance of optimism and caution. While the recent iPhone release has pushed Apple stock upward and boosted investor sentiment due to strong sales and the upcoming holiday season, there remains concern over its pace of innovation and software upgrades necessary to fully leverage AI capabilities.

"I'm not investing in Intel. They just have lost their way and despite the lifeline from NVIDIA, there's no clear solution to their manufacturing gap."
The speaker expresses strong skepticism about Intel (INTC), citing its inability to solve the manufacturing gap as chipmakers move to advanced processes like 7nm and 5nm. Despite receiving lifelines, Intel is viewed as inferior compared to competitors such as NVIDIA, AMD, and TSM, leading the speaker to avoid investing in Intel.

"I think it speaks to conviction in your company, right? You should believe in your company. When people see you believe in your company that much, that usually shows confidence."
The speaker emphasizes that Tesla's large-scale share buyback is a strong vote of confidence, suggesting that reducing the number of outstanding shares boosts value for existing shareholders. This commentary highlights leadership focus and implies long-term strength.

"So I think Tesla fall back to maybe 388.52 at some point. That would be a good potential buying price. And another one is at 406.65."
The speaker provides an actionable trade call for Tesla (TSLA), suggesting that investors wait for a pullback before buying the stock. The speaker indicates potential entry levels around 388.52 and 406.65 following a significant bounce stirred by a large buyback announcement.

"I think people are incredibly pessimistic at a time when they should be optimistic about MicroStrategy. If it gets down to 298.17, it's a place that I really like. MicroStrategy has always been a leverage play for Bitcoin and, despite the volatility, there is a strong case for buying on pullback."
The discussion on MicroStrategy centers on its role as a leveraged play on Bitcoin and the current overly pessimistic sentiment. The recommendation is to consider buying MicroStrategy if the price pulls back to around 298.17, as this level is seen as a potential entry point before expected recovery, reinforcing a bullish outlook on MSTR.

"For those of you who are looking to get in today, if I wouldn't get in today at that price, wait for a pullback and then you'll be a-okay. I think Tesla fall back to maybe 388.52 at some point. And another one is at 406.65. It is a vote of confidence from the buyback and a potential opportunity for buyers."
The speakers discuss Tesla's recent significant share buyback as a signal of confidence from management. The recommendation is to consider buying Tesla on a pullback to levels around 388.52 or 406.65, especially given the short-term expiration pressures. This trade call reflects a bullish stance on TSLA in the near term.

"I have Robinhood by end of year getting possibly to 136 and, if they stay at this pace over the next two or three years, they should be in the 290 range. Robinhood has surged 500% in the past 12 months and now presents a promising growth trade."
The speaker outlines an actionable investment thesis for Robinhood (HOOD), noting its 500% surge over the past year and projecting a price target of around 136 by year-end with a potential long-term target near 290 over two to three years. This recommendation is based on strong growth momentum and a clear quantitative price outlook.

"I had the December 27 call for 310 and took my 40% gain in 24 hours. People were grabbing that 310 call, with some options shooting up 200% to 300% immediately after earnings beat every number. This stacking strategy on Broadcom showcases a clear catalyst event and option play."
The speaker details an option trading strategy on Broadcom (AVGO) in which they moved from a 155 call to a 175 call and later stacked positions with a 310 call. The catalyst was strong earnings, and the options saw gains of 200% to 300% in 24 hours. This actionable trade call offers a short-term options play opportunity based on clear quantitative support and earnings momentum.

"A good entry price I like would be $104,977. Given maybe two months, we should be back in that $120,000, $125,000 range and surpassing that all-time high."
The speaker advocates for an actionable trade on Bitcoin, suggesting an entry at about $104,977 with an expectation to rebound to a range of $120,000-$125,000 within two months, dismissing concerns of a drop to around $82,000.

"I like a good entry price would be 104,977. Give it maybe two months. We should be back in that 120,000, 125,000 range."
The speaker calls for entering Bitcoin at an entry price near 104,977, anticipating a rebound to a target range between 120,000 and 125,000 over a two-month horizon, making it an actionable crypto trade.

"Three years from now, Nvidia should be at 292.35. It just tells you how much more room we have to run."
The speaker sets a long-term price target for Nvidia at 292.35 over a three-year horizon, underpinning a bullish thesis based on continuous growth in market presence and revenue drivers.

"If you can get in at 481.49, it would not be a bad place to enter. Microsoft is a combination of, based on all the companies that they own, and the talent they have there is an index fund and tech weighted into one."
The speaker recommends buying Microsoft at an entry price of 481.49, highlighting its diversified business and strong tech presence as a buy-and-hold play for long-term growth.

"If SPY gets back to 638.45, that's the area I would like to potentially enter. And then also with Quad Witch and coming up, you want to be out three or four days before the expiration."
The speaker advises a trade on SPY, indicating an entry point at 638.45 with an actionable timeline to exit options positions three to four days prior to the September 19th expiration as a hedge against volatility.

"XRP peaked at $3.65 but now it's back at $2.86, so hold XRP for the long-term."
The speaker advises a long-term holding strategy for XRP, noting its recent price pullback from a peak of $3.65 to around $2.86. The recommendation is based on regulatory and market catalysts, including supportive comments from influential figures, suggesting that short-term volatility should not deter long-term investors.

"I would not invest in [Intel]. How far they are behind in what they do is why I wouldn't invest in it."
The speaker clearly advises investors to avoid Intel (INTC), citing its outdated technology and weak future guidance. The recommendation is driven by concerns over management issues and the risks associated with government equity stakes impacting the companyspaced operational efficiency.

"He tells you, "wait till NVIDIA gets to $153. If it gets to $153, put all your money into it.""
The speaker advises investors to buy NVIDIA (NVDA) when the stock reaches $153, suggesting an aggressive allocation if the price target is met. This actionable trade call is aimed at capitalizing on the companyspaced strong growth prospects in the AI-driven semiconductor sector.