AI Stock Picks — NASDAQ 100

Monday, September 7, 2026  ·  Five AI analysts screened this index for stocks with the best shot at gaining +5% within 30 days

Today's Market Mood

Neutral  Normal choppiness · VIX 15.3

The NASDAQ 100 is showing sharp dispersion rather than a uniform trend: many mega-cap tech and semiconductor-equipment names (Alphabet, Broadcom, Applied Materials, Cisco, Palo Alto, Cadence, Datadog) are down double digits on the day and over the trailing month, while biotech, memory/storage, and select AI-infrastructure leaders are rallying hard on both a 5-day and 30-day basis. This looks like sector rotation and earnings-driven repricing rather than a broad risk-off move, so opportunities are concentrated rather than index-wide.

Rotation into large-cap biotech (Gilead, Vertex, Amgen, Regeneron, Alnylam) as investors seek defensive growth away from richly-valued semis/softwareMemory and storage supercycle (Micron, SanDisk, Seagate) on tight NAND/DRAM pricing tied to AI datacenter buildoutAI power and infrastructure names (Nvidia, Constellation Energy, Nebius) holding up near highs even as broader semi-cap-ex names sell offEarnings/event-driven single-stock pops (Airbnb, Workday, Copart, Warner Bros. Discovery) that need confirmation beyond a one-day spike

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.

0 of 3
0%
121 · 1046.2%
1046.2% / 60%
0 of 20
RankStockActionSizeEntry → TargetNotes
#1 MU SKIP — $1,016.59 → $1,069.46
stop $911.88
 Half-Kelly sizes this at 0% — the odds carry no edge worth capital.
#2 CEG SKIP — $298.96 → $313.91
stop $275.34
 Position cap reached — 121 of 20 slots in use.
#3 MRVL SKIP — $223.55 → $238.08
stop $201.20
 Position cap reached — 121 of 20 slots in use.

Already open: WAT (to Sep 9), LLY (to Sep 10), DRI (to Sep 11), DXCM (to Sep 11), BDX (to Sep 12), BLK (to Sep 12), EXPD (to Sep 13), FDX (to Sep 13), CPAY (to Sep 16), GPN (to Sep 16), STT (to Sep 16), RR.L (to Sep 16) … and 109 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
4 picks
Blaze
6 picks
Nova
1 pick
Orion
3 picks
Quinn
4 picks

3 Stock Picks

Diversification filter applied: 1 pick removed due to high same-sector price correlation with a higher-ranked pick (STX), avoiding concentrated sector exposure.
Sector concentration cap applied: 1 lower-ranked pick removed to keep at most 2 picks per sector (LITE), so the final list isn't over-concentrated in one sector.
#1 MUMicron Technology, Inc.
5/5 Agents Agree  Risk 5/10  ⚠ Conflicting Signals  ⚠ Earnings in Window
Strong conviction · 66%

Micron makes memory chips (DRAM and flash storage) that go into everything from phones to AI servers. The stock has jumped sharply over the past month and is still climbing on strong demand for memory chips used in AI computing, clearly outpacing the broader market. The main risk is that after such a fast run-up, and with an earnings report landing inside the next 30 days, the stock could pull back if investors decide to take profits.

Stop-loss$911.88-10.3%
Today's price$1,016.59
Target$1,069.46+5.2%
Agents estimate: $1,071.49 (+0.2% vs target)
If you invested $1,000
▲$1,052 if the target hits (+5.2%)
▼$897 if the stop-loss is hit (-10.3%)
The AI puts the chance of the win case at 66%. 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
  • The 30-day return of +13.82% is almost entirely a single-day earnings gap (ChangePercent +13.88% vs. previous close), and the trailing 5-day momentum of only +3.72% shows the move has already stalled rather than accelerated as claimed.
  • Price ($1016.59) is sitting essentially at the upper Bollinger Band ($1018.08), a classic overbought/mean-reversion setup that argues against fresh upside in the next 30 days.
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Calibrated probability: 66% (raw model estimate: 67%) — adjusted using the accuracy of past resolved picks.

Trade math

0.5:1
66%
+0.1%
0%

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
75%
Very High
Blaze
79%
Very High
Nova
56%
Medium
Orion
66%
High
Quinn
60%
Medium

Data Sources

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#2 CEGConstellation Energy Corporation
4/5 Agents Agree  Risk 4/10
Strong conviction · 66%

Constellation Energy is a major power producer, including a large nuclear fleet, that's benefiting from surging electricity demand tied to AI data centers. The stock has climbed steadily and is beating the broader market, with a director recently buying shares as a vote of confidence. The main risk is that the longer-term trend hasn't fully confirmed itself yet, so any shift in rate or utility-sector sentiment could stall the move.

Stop-loss$275.34-7.9%
Today's price$298.96
Target$313.91+5.0%
If you invested $1,000
▲$1,050 if the target hits (+5.0%)
▼$921 if the stop-loss is hit (-7.9%)
The AI puts the chance of the win case at 66%. 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 is negative and declining (-42.3M) even as price rallied 12.76% over 30 days — volume-flow is diverging bearishly from price, suggesting the rally isn't backed by accumulation despite the 'clear outperformance' claim.
  • Price ($298.96) has already pushed above the upper Bollinger Band ($292.49) noted for its 'squeeze,' meaning the anticipated breakout may have already happened and is now extended rather than set up ahead.
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Calibrated probability: 66% (raw model estimate: 69%) — adjusted using the accuracy of past resolved picks.

Trade math

0.6:1
61%
+1.0%
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
75%
Very High
Blaze
69%
High
Nova
—
—
Strong 30-day gain, but no specific news catalyst was found, so the move can't be validated as catalyst-driven.
Orion
61%
High
Quinn
70%
High

Data Sources

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#3 MRVLMarvell Technology, Inc.
1 Agent Only  Risk 3/10
Very strong conviction · 83%

Marvell makes specialized chips that power data centers and AI networking equipment. The company just posted record quarterly revenue, beat its own guidance, and raised its outlook for the rest of the year on the back of strong AI-related orders. The main risk is that the stock has pulled back over the last week even after the good news, suggesting some investors are cautious about how much AI-chip demand is already baked into the price.

Stop-loss$201.20-10.0%
Today's price$223.55
Target$238.08+6.5%
Agents estimate: $241.43 (+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 83%. 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
  • Only 1 of 5 agents backed this pick, and the data supports the skepticism: 5-day momentum is -9.54%, a sharp reversal that contradicts the momentum needed to sustain a 5% move despite the positive 30-day return of +5.94%.
  • MACD is in bearish territory (line -0.4668 below signal 1.6172, histogram -2.084) with RSI at a neutral 51.08 — there is no technical confirmation of the fundamental strength the bull case relies on.
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Trade math

0.7:1
61%
+3.7%
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 sharply negative (-9.5%), failing the momentum screen
Blaze
83%
Very High
Nova
—
—
No specific catalyst found, and 5-day momentum is sharply negative, signaling recent weakness rather than a fresh positive move.
Orion
—
—
Despite a positive month, the last 5 days show a sharp 9.5% drop and a bearish MACD, signaling recent selling pressure
Quinn
—
—
MACD histogram is negative and recent 5-day momentum is sharply negative, with no oversold or squeeze setup to offset it

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 October 7, 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 October 7, 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.

  • NVDANVIDIA CorporationAlready held
    Scout: Only ~2.6% off its 52-week high with a strong +5.9% 5-day and +5.1% 30-day return; today's ~8.7% jump on heavy volume shows sustained institutional demand for the AI-compute leader.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-09-04 runs until 2026-10-04 (27 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • METAMeta Platforms, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Consistent uptrend across both the 5-day (+6.7%) and 30-day (+4.8%) windows plus a strong up day, bucking the broader mega-cap tech selloff.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-09-03 runs until 2026-10-03 (26 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • TSLATesla, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Positive momentum on both the 5-day and 30-day windows (+1.5%/+10.1%) with an ~8.2% pop today, showing renewed buying interest after a volatile stretch.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-09-04 runs until 2026-10-04 (27 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • MUMicron Technology, Inc.Picked #1
    Scout: Sustained rally (+9.0% 5-day, +13.8% 30-day, +13.9% today) tied to tightening memory pricing and AI-driven DRAM demand.
    Made the final report at #1.
  • SNDKSandisk CorporationDropped at merge
    Scout: Explosive, multi-timeframe momentum (+17.2% 5-day, +28.8% 30-day) on NAND flash pricing strength — one of the strongest sustained trends in the index.
    Reward-to-risk 0.43 is below the 0.50 minimum — a +5.37% target against a -12.4% stop.
  • VRTXVertex Pharmaceuticals IncorporatedAlready held
    Scout: Trading just 2.5% below its 52-week high with steady 30-day gains (+12.6%) and a strong up day, reflecting confidence in its pipeline.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-20 runs until 2026-09-19 (12 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • GILDGilead Sciences, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Near its 52-week high (-4.0%) with sustained 5- and 30-day gains and an ~11.6% jump today, indicating durable biotech sector strength.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-26 runs until 2026-09-25 (18 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • AMGNAmgen Inc.Already held
    Scout: Only 2.2% from its 52-week high with steady positive 5-/30-day trends and a sharp up move today — a defensive biotech in favor.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-19 runs until 2026-09-18 (11 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • REGNRegeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Close to its 52-week high with consistent multi-window gains and a strong daily move, part of the broader biotech rotation.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-20 runs until 2026-09-19 (12 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • ALNYAlnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Sharp acceleration in momentum (+12.2% 5-day, +16.4% 30-day, +21.5% today) suggesting a real re-rating rather than a one-off spike.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-09-02 runs until 2026-10-02 (25 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • CEGConstellation Energy CorporationPicked #2
    Scout: Strong sustained momentum (+8.0% 5-day, +12.8% 30-day) tied to the AI-datacenter power-demand theme, with a near-12% pop today.
    Made the final report at #2.
  • WBDWarner Bros. Discovery, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Only 5.8% off its 52-week high with a solid 30-day gain and a near-10% move today, consistent with active corporate-action/catalyst speculation.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-20 runs until 2026-09-19 (12 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • CPRTCopart, Inc.Passed over
    Scout: Positive 5- and 30-day trend (+2.2%/+16.6%) with a large ~14.7% move today, suggesting a fresh catalyst rather than noise.
    Aria: 5-day momentum turned slightly negative despite a solid monthly gain, failing the momentum screen
    Blaze: Earnings are due in just 3 days, making this mostly a bet on a single unpredictable event within the holding window, and last quarter's growth was only modest (about 2%).
    Nova: Price is up over the month, but the last 5 days are flat and today's move came on below-average volume — no fresh catalyst signal, and earnings hit in just 3 days, adding risk without a clear positive reason.
    Orion: Vehicle auction/salvage business doesn't align with the memory-chip or AI-infrastructure sectors currently in favor, despite today's strong price move
    Quinn: MACD histogram is slightly negative and no oversold, squeeze, or golden-cross condition is present, so no qualifying technical setup exists
  • NBISNebius Group N.V.Passed over
    Scout: Steady positive momentum (+8.2% 5-day, +3.4% 30-day) as an AI-cloud infrastructure name benefiting from continued compute demand.
    Aria: 5-day momentum is negative (-2.6%), failing the momentum screen
    Blaze: The company's last earnings beat is too old to count as a fresh catalyst, no current earnings-release data is available, and recent price momentum and moving-average trend have turned negative.
    Nova: No confirmed catalyst in the news, and the last 5 days show negative momentum, so there's no fresh-move signal to act on.
    Orion: Price is nearly flat today, 5-day momentum is negative, and the MACD has turned bearish, so the uptrend looks like it's stalling
    Quinn: Momentum has turned negative over the past 5 days, MACD histogram is negative, and no squeeze or oversold condition is present
  • MRVLMarvell Technology, Inc.Picked #3
    Scout: Consistent gains across both windows (+3.2% 5-day, +5.9% 30-day) tied to AI networking/custom-silicon demand, holding up better than most semis today.
    Made the final report at #3.
  • QCOMQUALCOMM IncorporatedAlready held
    Scout: Steady positive trend (+2.8% 5-day, +7.1% 30-day) with a solid up day, showing resilience versus peers in the semiconductor selloff.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-09-01 runs until 2026-10-01 (24 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • FANGDiamondback Energy, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Only 8.2% from its 52-week high with a consistent positive trend across both windows, benefiting from firm energy prices.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-09-01 runs until 2026-10-01 (24 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • KDPKeurig Dr Pepper Inc.Already held
    Scout: Trading near its 52-week high (-3.6%) with steady multi-window gains, a defensive consumer name with limited downside.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-21 runs until 2026-09-20 (13 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • TMUST-Mobile US, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Modest but consistently positive 5- and 30-day returns, a steady defensive telecom holding up in a volatile tape.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-09-02 runs until 2026-10-02 (25 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • BKRBaker Hughes CompanyAlready held
    Scout: Near its 52-week high (-9.8%) with positive momentum across both windows, benefiting from stable energy-services demand.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-19 runs until 2026-09-18 (11 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • STXSeagate Technology Holdings plcDiversification filter
    Scout: Positive across both timeframes with a rally today, riding the same storage-demand tailwind as Micron and SanDisk.
    Dropped by diversification filter: 0.81 30-day daily-return correlation with MU (both in Technology).
  • ABNBAirbnb, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Only 6% off its 52-week high with a strong 30-day gain (+19.3%) and a sharp ~21% move today, indicating a significant positive catalyst.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-08-26 runs until 2026-09-25 (18 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • WDAYWorkday, Inc.Already held
    Scout: Strong 30-day trend (+14.7%) and a large ~14.3% pop today likely tied to an earnings or guidance catalyst, though the 5-day dip warrants a tighter stop.
    Already held: a position opened 2026-09-03 runs until 2026-10-03 (26 day(s) left). Re-picking it would concentrate the portfolio, not diversify it.
  • ASMLASML Holding N.V.Passed over
    Scout: Modest but positive across both 5- and 30-day windows, a lithography bellwether showing relative stability versus other semi-equipment names selling off sharply.
    Aria: 5-day momentum is negative (-3.0%) and the stock is barely outperforming the index
    Blaze: The one confirming data point (an earnings beat) is over 45 days old, no insider or earnings-release data is available to add confidence, and the stock is trading below its 50-day average with weakening momentum.
    Nova: No recent catalyst found in the news, and the stock is roughly flat to down over the past 5 days with a weakening technical trend.
    Orion: Belongs to the semiconductor-equipment group that is currently selling off broadly; price is flat and technicals (RSI under 50, deeply negative MACD) confirm weakness
    Quinn: MACD histogram is negative and price momentum has turned down over the past 5 days, with no oversold, squeeze, or golden-cross condition present
  • MSTRStrategy IncDropped at merge
    Scout: Extreme multi-window momentum (+12.2% 5-day, +45.2% 30-day, +46.2% today) tied to bitcoin strength — high-conviction but high-volatility; size accordingly.
    Reward-to-risk 0.41 is below the 0.50 minimum — a +5.00% target against a -12.1% stop.
  • LITELumentum Holdings Inc.Passed over
    Scout: Positive 30-day trend (+6.7%) and a solid up day, benefiting from continued demand for optical components in AI datacenter buildouts.
    Aria: 5-day momentum is negative (-2.7%) despite a positive monthly return, failing the momentum screen
    Nova: No recent catalyst found in the news, and both 5-day momentum and the technical trend are negative.
    Orion: Mixed signals: 30-day gain but negative 5-day momentum and a bearish MACD crossover, so the trend isn't clearly positive right now
    Quinn: Period return is below the 8% momentum-breakout threshold and MACD histogram is negative, with no oversold or squeeze condition present

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.