AI Stock Picks — NASDAQ 100

Wednesday, August 26, 2026  ·  Five AI analysts screened this index for stocks with the best shot at gaining +5% within 30 days

Today's Market Mood

Optimistic  Normal choppiness · VIX 15.5

Breadth within the NASDAQ 100 is strong but uneven: healthcare/biotech (VRTX, AMGN, REGN, GILD), travel/consumer platforms (ABNB, BKNG, DASH), and select AI-infrastructure and mega-cap software names (MSFT, PLTR, LITE, MRVL) show sustained 30-day gains and are trading near their 52-week highs, while legacy hardware and chip-equipment names (AAPL, INTC, AMAT, KLAC, NXPI) remain in pronounced downtrends. The dispersion suggests a rotation into AI-adjacent infrastructure, healthcare stability plays, and consumer-travel demand rather than a uniform rally.

AI infrastructure and optical/networking capex (semis, datacenter buildout)Biotech/pharma strength near 52-week highs on steady pipeline and guidance momentumTravel and consumer-platform demand resilience (lodging, delivery, booking)Enterprise software and cloud re-acceleration (Microsoft, Shopify, Palantir)

Today's Actionable List

Which of today's picks to actually take, and at what size, given what you are already holding. Each pick's own Suggested Allocation sizes it in isolation; this table applies the portfolio limits — at most 20 open positions and 60% of the portfolio committed in total. Run with --capital 25000 to see these sizes as order amounts rather than percentages.

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106 · 925%
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RankStockActionSizeEntry → TargetNotes
#1 GILD SKIP — $148.60 → $156.32
stop $137.31
 Position cap reached — 106 of 20 slots in use.
#2 ABNB SKIP — $189.05 → $198.69
stop $173.17
 Position cap reached — 106 of 20 slots in use.
#3 SHOP SKIP — $151.54 → $160.64
stop $136.39
 Position cap reached — 106 of 20 slots in use.
#4 CDNS SKIP — $334.00 → $355.70
stop $300.60
 Position cap reached — 106 of 20 slots in use.

Already open: JPM (to Aug 26), CB (to Aug 27), JPM (to Aug 27), RTX (to Aug 27), WAB (to Aug 27), DGX (to Aug 28), HIG (to Aug 28), WAB (to Aug 28), GM (to Aug 29), MET (to Aug 30), AMP (to Sep 3), MSFT (to Sep 4) … and 94 more. Symbols you already hold were excluded from this run's candidates rather than re-picked.

Position-sizing guidance only — half-Kelly per pick, bounded by the limits above. Not personal investment advice.

Behind the scenes: how each AI analyst did
Aria
3 picks
Blaze
5 picks
Nova
3 picks
Orion
4 picks
Quinn
6 picks

4 Stock Picks

#1 GILDGilead Sciences, Inc.
5/5 Agents Agree  Risk 4/10  ⚠ Conflicting Signals
Strong conviction · 70%

Gilead makes HIV treatments like Biktarvy along with other medicines, and its core business just posted accelerating sales and raised its full-year revenue outlook. The stock is still trading over 5% below its recent high even after that good news, which looks like a value entry. The main risk is that a headline GAAP loss from recent acquisitions could scare off less-informed investors even though the underlying business is healthy.

Stop-loss$137.31-7.6%
Today's price$148.60
Target$156.32+5.2%
Agents estimate: $156.60 (+0.2% vs target)
If you invested $1,000
▲$1,052 if the target hits (+5.2%)
▼$924 if the stop-loss is hit (-7.6%)
The AI puts the chance of the win case at 70%. Not a guarantee — always set the stop-loss.

Why the AI likes it

What could go wrong

⚔ The Skeptic's View — Sage, the Devil's Advocate
  • RSI at 69.13 sits just under overbought (70) while price is pinned at the upper Bollinger Band (148.60 vs. 151.26 upper band), leaving little room before a mean-reversion pullback.
  • 5-day momentum has collapsed to +0.68% (price) / +3.83% (history series) versus the 30-day +13.85% gain, and the SMA50 (133.27) and SMA200 (133.44) are essentially converged — this is a flattened trend, not the accelerating breakout the thesis implies.
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Calibrated probability: 70% (raw model estimate: 66%) — adjusted using the accuracy of past resolved picks.

Trade math

0.7:1
59%
+0.8%
8.5%

Suggested allocation is half-Kelly sizing guidance capped at 10% — not personal investment advice. Allocations are scaled to 85% of half-Kelly for the current market regime.

What each AI analyst estimated

Aria
70%
High
Blaze
79%
Very High
Nova
53%
Medium
Orion
63%
High
Quinn
60%
Medium

Data Sources

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#2 ABNBAirbnb, Inc.
4/5 Agents Agree  Risk 5/10
Strong conviction · 70%

Airbnb runs the world's largest home and experience booking platform connecting travelers with hosts. The stock has rallied hard and is far outperforming the broader market, reflecting strong investor demand for travel-related names. The main risks are that the stock now looks a bit overbought and company insiders, including the CEO, have been selling large amounts of stock recently.

Stop-loss$173.17-8.4%
Today's price$189.05
Target$198.69+5.1%
Agents estimate: $198.88 (+0.1% vs target)
If you invested $1,000
▲$1,051 if the target hits (+5.1%)
▼$916 if the stop-loss is hit (-8.4%)
The AI puts the chance of the win case at 70%. Not a guarantee — always set the stop-loss.

Why the AI likes it

What could go wrong

⚔ The Skeptic's View — Sage, the Devil's Advocate
  • RSI at 70.90 is technically overbought, and price is trading well above the upper Bollinger Band's midpoint reference (206.10 upper vs. 189.05 price still has room, but the MACD histogram has thinned to just 0.4837 from a presumably wider spread — momentum is decelerating even as price grinds higher).
  • 5-day momentum has slowed sharply to +2.6% against the 30-day +28.73% run, suggesting the move is losing steam right as it approaches the 52-week high (-2.28% away) where prior resistance typically caps further upside.
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Calibrated probability: 70% (raw model estimate: 61%) — adjusted using the accuracy of past resolved picks.

Trade math

0.6:1
62%
-0.2%
8.5%

Suggested allocation is half-Kelly sizing guidance capped at 10% — not personal investment advice. Allocations are scaled to 85% of half-Kelly for the current market regime.

What each AI analyst estimated

Aria
65%
High
Blaze
—
—
Strong quarterly results, but shares already ran up nearly 29% in 30 days, sit at an overbought RSI near 71, and insiders (including the CEO) sold heavily — little room left for a fresh 5% move.
Nova
53%
Medium
Orion
66%
High
Quinn
60%
Medium

Data Sources

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#3 SHOPShopify Inc.
1 Agent Only  Risk 3/10
Strong conviction · 70%

Shopify runs the software platform millions of online stores use to sell products, and it just posted 34% revenue growth with profit growing even faster. Shares are still about 17% below their 52-week high, so there's room to run even after a strong quarter. The main risk is that trading volume hasn't fully confirmed the recent price gains, which can be an early warning sign.

Stop-loss$136.39-10.0%
Today's price$151.54
Target$160.64+6.0%
Agents estimate: $162.15 (+0.9% vs target)
If you invested $1,000
▲$1,060 if the target hits (+6.0%)
▼$900 if the stop-loss is hit (-10.0%)
The AI puts the chance of the win case at 70%. Not a guarantee — always set the stop-loss.

Why the AI likes it

What could go wrong

⚔ The Skeptic's View — Sage, the Devil's Advocate
  • OBV divergence is explicitly flagged (ObvDivergence: true) with OBV at -5,026,344 — volume is not confirming the price advance, a classic warning that the rally lacks real buying conviction.
  • MACD histogram has turned negative (-0.4937) with the MACD line (6.84) now below its signal line (7.33), and 5-day momentum is negative (-0.4%), directly contradicting the bull case for a stock that only 1 of 5 agents backed at a stretched 79% probability.
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Calibrated probability: 70% (raw model estimate: 79%) — adjusted using the accuracy of past resolved picks.

Trade math

0.6:1
62%
+2.6%
8.5%

Suggested allocation is half-Kelly sizing guidance capped at 10% — not personal investment advice. Allocations are scaled to 85% of half-Kelly for the current market regime.

What each AI analyst estimated

Aria
—
—
5-day momentum is slightly negative and trading volume shows a bearish divergence despite the 30-day gain
Blaze
79%
Very High
Nova
—
—
Short-term momentum is flat to slightly negative and trading volume shows a bearish divergence, with no confirmed catalyst
Orion
—
—
E-commerce isn't one of the sectors the current rotation is favoring, despite decent price action, so it doesn't clear the sector-alignment step.
Quinn
—
—
No qualifying setup: RSI, MACD histogram, Bollinger squeeze, and golden cross were all negative or inactive despite a strong 30-day gain, and volume shows divergence from price.

Data Sources

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#4 CDNSCadence Design Systems, Inc.
1 Agent Only  Risk 3/10
Strong conviction · 70%

Cadence makes the software chipmakers use to design semiconductors, and it just delivered a standout quarter and explicitly raised its full-year revenue, profit, and cash-flow targets on the back of a record order backlog. The stock hasn't caught up to the good news yet — it's still about 20% below its 52-week high — which looks like an unusually good value entry for how strong the fundamentals are. The main risk is that the stock is still trading below its short-term moving average, showing the market hasn't turned bullish on it yet.

Stop-loss$300.60-10.0%
Today's price$334.00
Target$355.70+6.5%
Agents estimate: $360.70 (+1.4% vs target)
If you invested $1,000
▲$1,065 if the target hits (+6.5%)
▼$900 if the stop-loss is hit (-10.0%)
The AI puts the chance of the win case at 70%. Not a guarantee — always set the stop-loss.

Why the AI likes it

What could go wrong

⚔ The Skeptic's View — Sage, the Devil's Advocate
  • OBV divergence is flagged (ObvDivergence: true) with negative OBV (-6,489,661) despite the 5-day price gain of +6.04%, indicating the bounce is not backed by accumulation volume.
  • Price trades below its 50-day SMA (334.00 vs. 350.23) and relative strength vs. the market is negative (-5.35%), while 30-day return is actually negative (-1.36%) — this is a stock lagging the market, not the momentum leader implied by a lone-agent 79% probability call.
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Calibrated probability: 70% (raw model estimate: 79%) — adjusted using the accuracy of past resolved picks.

Trade math

0.7:1
61%
+3.0%
8.5%

Suggested allocation is half-Kelly sizing guidance capped at 10% — not personal investment advice. Allocations are scaled to 85% of half-Kelly for the current market regime.

What each AI analyst estimated

Aria
—
—
Share price is down slightly over 30 days and underperforming the broader market
Blaze
79%
Very High
Nova
—
—
The stock is down slightly over the past month despite a small recent bounce, with no confirmed catalyst
Orion
—
—
Share price is down over the past 30 days with negative relative strength versus the market, failing the positive-trend requirement.
Quinn
—
—
A positive MACD histogram is offset by volume divergence and price trading below its 50-day average, leaving computed probability at the floor with low conviction.

Data Sources

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Retail Investor Execution Guide

This report identifies stocks with an AI-assessed probability of gaining +5% within 30 calendar days (target exit by September 25, 2026). Picks are ranked by how many independent AI agents agreed — more agreement means higher conviction. The guide below tells you exactly how to act on them.

Step-by-Step Action Plan

  1. Act within one trading day. Prices are freshest now. The longer you wait, the more the entry price drifts away from what the agents analysed.
  2. Verify the entry price. Check the live price before buying. If a stock has already moved more than 3% above the Current Price shown in the report, skip it or wait for a pullback — the risk/reward has shifted.
  3. Use limit orders, not market orders. Set your buy limit at or below the Current Price shown. Chasing with a market order gives brokers and algorithms an advantage over you.
  4. Set your stop-loss immediately after buying. Use the Max Downside % on each pick card as your hard exit level. If the price falls to that level, sell without hesitation — the trade thesis is broken.
  5. Set a take-profit at the Target Price. Place a limit sell order at the Target Price shown. When it fills, the trade is done — resist the urge to hold for more.
  6. Exit all positions by September 25, 2026. This is your hard deadline. If a stock has not hit its target by then, exit anyway. Holding past the window turns a short-term trade into an unsupervised long-term position.
  7. Never add to a losing position. If your stop-loss is hit, exit completely. Averaging down turns a small, controlled loss into a potentially large one.

Position Sizing by Conviction Tier

Size each position according to the coloured border on its pick card. Cap your total exposure across all picks from this report at 25% of your overall trading budget.

Agents Agreeing What It Means Max Allocation Per Pick
5/5 Highest conviction — all five independent analytical checks passed Up to 10%
4/5 Very high conviction — four of five independent checks aligned Up to 8%
3/5 High conviction — three agents independently agreed Up to 6%
2/5 Moderate conviction — two agents independently agreed Up to 4%
1 Agent Speculative — solo pick, admitted only at Very High confidence Up to 2%

The Three Exit Rules

These picks are generated by AI agents for informational and educational purposes only. They do not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Probability estimates reflect the agents' analytical models — they are not guarantees of any outcome. Past results are not indicative of future performance. Markets can and do move against even well-researched trades. Always conduct your own research, and consider seeking advice from a licensed financial adviser before placing any orders. Never invest money you cannot afford to lose.

Understanding the Numbers

A plain-English guide to every figure shown on each pick card — what it means, how it is calculated, and what a good or bad value looks like.

AI Conviction Meter
Estimated probability of hitting the target, shown as a 5-bar gauge
The filled bars and label translate the AI's probability estimate into plain language: 75%+ is Very strong, 60–74% Strong, 50–59% Moderate, below 50% Cautious. Where enough past picks have been resolved, the probability is calibrated against the AI's real track record.
e.g. "Moderate conviction · 58%" — the AI thinks this trade works slightly more often than a coin flip.
✓ More filled bars = more confidence — but even Very strong picks fail sometimes; always size positions accordingly.
If You Invested $1,000
$1,000 × (1 + Target Gain ÷ 100)  /  $1,000 × (1 + Max Downside ÷ 100)
The same Target Gain and Max Downside percentages expressed in concrete money terms for a $1,000 position — what you'd have if the target hits versus if your stop-loss is triggered.
e.g. +10% target and −12.3% stop → $1,100 on a win, $877 on a stopped-out loss.
✓ Scales linearly — a $500 position sees half these amounts, a $2,000 position double.
Current Price
Market price at time of analysis
The stock's price when this report was generated. All other figures on the card are calculated from this reference point.
e.g. $215.20 — check the live price before placing an order; if it has moved more than ~3%, re-evaluate the risk/reward.
✓ No positive/negative distinction — it is simply your cost basis.
Target Price
Current Price × (1 + Target Gain ÷ 100)
The price the agents project the stock could reach within the time window. This is your take-profit level — place a limit sell order here after buying.
e.g. $215.20 × 1.085 = $233.49 target on an 8.5% pick.
✓ Always above Current Price — this tool only selects upside candidates.
Target Gain
(Target Price − Current Price) ÷ Current Price × 100
The percentage return you would earn if the stock hits its Target Price from your entry. Set by the run parameters — every pick in this report targets the same percentage.
e.g. +8.5% means a $100 stock has a $108.50 target; a $500 stock has a $542.50 target.
✓ Always positive — picks are upside-only. A larger % means a bigger move is required.
Max Downside
Estimated stop-loss level, as % below entry
The worst-case loss the agents estimated if the thesis fails — based on key support levels and recent volatility. Use this as your hard stop-loss. If the price falls to this level, exit immediately; the trade thesis is broken.
e.g. −12.0% means: if you bought at $100, sell if it drops to $88.00.
⚠ Always negative. A smaller magnitude (e.g. −5%) = tighter risk. A larger magnitude (e.g. −20%) = more room to fall before you exit — riskier.
Reward : Risk
Target Gain ÷ |Max Downside|
How much you could gain for every dollar you are risking. A ratio of 2.0:1 means you stand to make $2 for every $1 at risk. Higher is better.
e.g. 8.5% gain ÷ 12% downside = 0.7:1 (unfavourable). 10% gain ÷ 5% downside = 2.0:1 (good).
✓ ≥ 2.0:1 is strong. ⚠ < 1.0:1 means you are risking more than you could gain — approach with caution.
Breakeven Win Rate
|Max Downside| ÷ (Target Gain + |Max Downside|) × 100
The minimum percentage of trades at this reward:risk that must succeed for you to break even over time — regardless of how good your stock picking is.
e.g. 12 ÷ (8.5 + 12) = 59% — you need roughly 6 in 10 trades to win just to avoid losing money.
✓ Lower is better — ≤ 35% means even a poor win rate is survivable. ⚠ ≥ 55% means you need most trades to work out.
Expected Value
(Probability% × Target Gain%) + ((1 − Probability%) × Max Downside%)
The average return per trade if the AI's probability estimate is accurate over many similar trades. A positive Expected Value means the trade has a mathematical edge; a negative value means the math works against you on average, even if you sometimes win.
e.g. 65% × +8.5% + 35% × −12% = +1.3% EV. Over 100 similar trades you would expect an average gain of 1.3% per trade.
✓ Positive = edge in your favour over many trades. ⚠ Negative = the math loses money on average — even if individual wins feel good. Note: EV is only as reliable as the probability estimate.
Suggested Allocation
half-Kelly: (Probability ÷ |Max Downside| − (1 − Probability) ÷ Target Gain) ÷ 2, capped at 10%
The Kelly criterion computes the portfolio fraction that maximises long-run growth for a bet with these odds; half-Kelly is the standard hedge against the probability estimate being too optimistic. Uses the calibrated probability where available. 0% means the math sees no edge worth sizing; — means it couldn't be computed.
e.g. 57% probability, +10% target, −13% downside → Kelly ≈ 8.5% of portfolio, half-Kelly ≈ 4.2%.
Generic sizing guidance only — not personal investment advice. Position sizing must reflect your own portfolio, risk tolerance and circumstances.
Every stock Scout considered — and why each was discarded

Scout scanned 101 NASDAQ 100 constituents and short-listed 26 candidates for deep analysis by the five analysts. Here is what happened to each one.

  • VRTXVertex Pharmaceuticals IncorporatedAlready held
    Scout: Only ~1% off its 52-week high with strong sustained 30-day gains; biotech momentum with limited overhead resistance.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-20 runs until 2026-09-19 (24 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • ABNBAirbnb, Inc.Picked #2
    Scout: Trading just over 2% below its 52-week high with a strong ~29% 30-day return, signaling durable travel-demand momentum.
    Made the final report at #2.
  • AMGNAmgen Inc.Already held
    Scout: Within 1.5% of its 52-week high on a strong ~17% 30-day gain — steady large-cap pharma trend with room to break out.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-19 runs until 2026-09-18 (23 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • REGNRegeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Only ~3% off its 52-week high with a ~23% 30-day advance; biotech sector strength remains intact.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-20 runs until 2026-09-19 (24 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • WBDWarner Bros. Discovery, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Near its 52-week high (-3.75%) with a strong ~14% 30-day gain, benefiting from ongoing media-sector consolidation speculation.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-20 runs until 2026-09-19 (24 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • GILDGilead Sciences, Inc.Picked #1
    Scout: Close to its 52-week high with consistent positive 5-day and 30-day returns, reflecting steady pharma momentum.
    Made the final report at #1.
  • DXCMDexCom, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Just ~4% off its 52-week high with a strong ~21% 30-day return; medtech momentum well supported.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-12 runs until 2026-09-11 (17 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • FASTFastenal CompanyAlready held
    Scout: Trading near its 52-week high with steady multi-week gains; industrial distributor showing resilient demand.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-10 runs until 2026-09-09 (15 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • KDPKeurig Dr Pepper Inc.Already held
    Scout: Only ~6% below its 52-week high with positive 5-day and 30-day momentum in a defensive consumer-staples name.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-21 runs until 2026-09-20 (25 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • DASHDoorDash, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Strong ~7% 5-day and ~28% 30-day returns show accelerating momentum in on-demand delivery.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-25 runs until 2026-09-24 (30 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • LITELumentum Holdings Inc.Dropped at merge
    Scout: Powerful ~10% 5-day and ~28% 30-day gains tied to optical-networking demand from AI datacenter buildout.
    Reward-to-risk 0.44 is below the 0.50 minimum — a +5.71% target against a -12.9% stop.
  • PLTRPalantir Technologies Inc.Already held
    Scout: Standout ~33% 30-day return on continued AI/government-contract enthusiasm, though volatility warrants a tight stop.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-24 runs until 2026-09-23 (28 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • MSFTMicrosoft CorporationAlready held
    Scout: Strong ~27% 30-day gain and only ~11% off its 52-week high, reflecting continued cloud/AI leadership confidence.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-05 runs until 2026-09-04 (10 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • SHOPShopify Inc.Picked #3
    Scout: Positive across 5-day and 30-day windows (~19% 30-day) as e-commerce platform momentum builds.
    Made the final report at #3.
  • MRVLMarvell Technology, Inc.Dropped at merge
    Scout: Strong ~28% 30-day return tied to AI/data-infrastructure semiconductor demand.
    Reward-to-risk 0.43 is below the 0.50 minimum — a +5.28% target against a -12.2% stop.
  • CMCSAComcast CorporationAlready held
    Scout: Consistent 5-day and 30-day gains (~19% 30-day) suggest improving sentiment on media/broadband assets.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-19 runs until 2026-09-18 (23 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • GEHCGE HealthCare Technologies Inc.Already held
    Scout: Strong ~21% 30-day return in medtech, supported by durable diagnostic-equipment demand.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-17 runs until 2026-09-16 (21 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • NFLXNetflix, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Solid ~16% 30-day gain with positive short-term momentum in streaming.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-18 runs until 2026-09-17 (22 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • METAMeta Platforms, Inc.Passed over
    Scout: Sharp ~6% 5-day rebound suggests renewed buying interest after a weaker 30-day stretch, tied to AI capex narrative.
    Aria: Share price fell over the past 30 days and is underperforming the Nasdaq benchmark
    Blaze: Last quarter's earnings missed estimates by over 14% and the stock is down over the past month with weak relative strength — no confirming catalyst was found.
    Nova: Share price is down over the past month with negative short-term momentum, and no confirmed catalyst was found
    Orion: Share price is down over the past 30 days and trading below both its 50-day and 200-day averages, failing the positive-trend requirement.
    Quinn: A barely-positive MACD histogram is offset by volume divergence and a price sitting below its 50-day average, so computed probability lands at the floor with low conviction.
  • AMDAdvanced Micro Devices, Inc.Dropped at merge
    Scout: Notable ~4% 5-day bounce indicates renewed short-term momentum in the AI/semiconductor complex.
    Only Quinn selected this stock — Quinn solo picks require High or Very High confidence and at least 60% probability (this pick: Medium, 60% raw (70% after calibration)).
  • CDNSCadence Design Systems, Inc.Picked #4
    Scout: Strong ~6% 5-day gain reflects renewed interest in AI-driven chip-design software.
    Made the final report at #4.
  • BKNGBooking Holdings Inc.Already held
    Scout: Solid ~13% 30-day gain and only ~7.5% off its 52-week high, indicating sustained travel-sector strength.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-17 runs until 2026-09-16 (21 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • ADPAutomatic Data Processing, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Steady ~10% 30-day gain and close to its 52-week high, reflecting resilient enterprise HR/payroll demand.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-20 runs until 2026-09-19 (24 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • PYPLPayPal Holdings, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Positive across 5-day and 30-day windows (~10% 30-day), suggesting a fintech turnaround gaining traction.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-20 runs until 2026-09-19 (24 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • SBUXStarbucks CorporationDropped at merge
    Scout: Only ~3.5% off its 52-week high with steady positive momentum, pointing to a consumer-turnaround story.
    Only Quinn selected this stock — Quinn solo picks require High or Very High confidence and at least 60% probability (this pick: Medium, 55% raw (48% after calibration)).
  • NVDANVIDIA CorporationAlready held
    Scout: Solid ~7% 30-day gain and only ~11% off its 52-week high; remains the core AI-infrastructure momentum name despite a minor short-term pullback.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-06 runs until 2026-09-05 (11 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.

Agent Analytical Approaches

Aria

Momentum & Technical

Checks 30-day price history for every candidate before making any selection. Requires positive period return and positive 5-day momentum as mandatory gates. Ranks picks by proximity to their period high and adjusts probability based on volume. Uses news only to rule out major negative catalysts.

Blaze

Fundamental & Earnings

Searches earnings results, analyst upgrades, and revenue trends before checking price data. Requires at least one verifiable fundamental catalyst — earnings beat, analyst upgrade, or revenue acceleration — within the last 60 days. Favours stocks with strong fundamentals trading below recent highs (value entry).

Nova

News Catalyst & Event-Driven

Hunts for specific events within the last 21 days: FDA approvals, major contract wins, product launches, earnings surprises, or significant analyst upgrades. Requires a positive price reaction confirming the market is recognising the catalyst. Also scans for upcoming events that could drive further gains.

Orion

Macro & Sector Rotation

Maps the macroeconomic regime (risk-on / risk-off / neutral) and identifies sectors benefiting from current conditions before looking at individual stocks. Only selects stocks from macro-aligned sectors with confirmed sector tailwinds. Adjusts for interest rate sensitivity and geopolitical factors.

Sage

Devil's Advocate

Reviews the final picks after all four analysts agree and actively challenges each bull thesis. Searches for bearish technical signals, negative news, insider selling, and elevated short interest that the agreeing agents may have underweighted. Produces evidence-based counter-arguments shown on each pick card.

Quinn

Quantitative / Statistical

Pure-quant analyst: no news, no narrative, only numbers. Identifies mean-reversion setups from RSI extremes (<35) with momentum turning, Bollinger squeeze breakouts, and multi-factor quant scores using RSI, MACD, OBV, short interest, and insider transaction data. Counterbalances narrative bias across the four analyst agents.