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$Alphabet(GOOGL.US)GOOGL’s sharp post-earnings drop toward the lower monthly band wasn’t entirely surprising. The AI model race is getting increasingly expensive, and the fight for market share could put further pressure on cash flow.

Meanwhile, APP’s sharp selloff is a reminder that the market is becoming increasingly worried about how AI could disrupt existing digital advertising business models. If AI starts changing how ads are delivered, targeted, and monetized, Google may not be immune either.

I’m still interested in GOOGL, but I’m sticking to my plan of starting to accumulate around 250. At the current price, I’d rather wait for a more attractive entry than rush to buy the dip.

@Captain's Treasure

$Microsoft(MSFT.US)

Context

Microsoft is one of the largest tech companies in the world with its cloud business Azure, business software and a major role in AI. The stock dropped sharply earlier this year on worries about AI spending, then rebounded strongly to new highs. Its latest earnings beat expectations on both profit and revenue, driven by faster Azure growth and the shares rose after hours.

My trade

I bought in two lots, the second after the price had fallen further. Both are in the green now and the second lot has done especially well.

Takeaway

Adding to a quality business when the price is weak paid off here but after such a big rebound I think the easy gains are likely behind it.

$Lion-OCBC Sec HSTECH S(HST.SG)

Context: Chinese and Hong Kong tech stocks tracked by the Hang Seng Tech Index have experienced sharp pullbacks, similar to the corrections across global technology equities. This sector pullback has compressed valuations down near 52 week lows, creating an opportunity for investors to DCA. Hang Seng Tech Index holds tech leaders in hardware, software, and e-commerce which are at attractive levels.

My trade: I initiated a new position in the Lion-OCBC Securities Hang Seng TECH ETF (HST.SG) during the recent market correction. I believe in diversification, therefore accumulating units at current levels gives me diversified exposure to top tier Asian tech giants and semiconductor leaders such as Tencent, Alibaba, Meituan, SMIC, Bidu, Xiaomi, BYD which are at attractive entry prices.

Takeaway: Buying high beta technology ETFs during macroeconomic and sector wide corrections offers a better reward to risk profile compared to chasing rallies at market peaks. However, one still needs to monitor for macroeconomic headwinds in China and the potential regulatory shifts that will impact Chinese tech companies.

$Microsoft(MSFT.US)

Context: Microsoft reported earnings: Revenue was $92.3bn (+19% YoY), about 2% above consensus. OP reached $45.9bn (+21% YoY), about 5% ahead of consensus.

OPM was 49.8% (+90bps YoY), supported primarily by cost discipline. Azure revenue was $33.17bn (+48% YoY), vs. guidance of 44%–45%. More importantly, 2Q growth is guided to 49%–50% ex-FX, implying continued acceleration. Microsoft showed investors that it's able to grow rapidly while keeping spending in check. Microsoft's stock is rising while Alphabet's is falling, showing how investors are paying more attention to whether AI spending is paying off. This was the first quarter in which Microsoft broke out the revenue contributions of its Azure cloud-computing business in absolute terms.

My Trade: Glad that the stock is rising and Azure is finally paying off. I'm still in the long game for Microsoft so no big changes.

Takeaway: Microsoft's earnings proved that Capex and cash flow remain vital to investors - in contrast Alphabet's second straight quarter of negative cash flow has led to the stock dropping 9% after hours, potentially even more when trading starts later. @Captain's Treasure

$StarHub(CC3.SG)

Singapore Telcos: Is Consolidation the Next Investment Opportunity?

For StarHub, the acquisition brings more customers, but the real test is whether they translate into sustainable earnings. With mobile plans competing aggressively on price, subscriber growth alone is not enough. Investors should watch customer retention, integration costs and profit margins.

Singtel remains the more diversified option. Beyond mobile services, it has exposure to regional associates, digital services and data-centre infrastructure. These businesses offer additional growth drivers, although investors should distinguish recurring earnings from one-off gains and special dividends.

StarHub offers a more direct play on consolidation and operational improvements. Its enterprise business and cost-saving initiatives could support a recovery, but investors need to see stronger earnings before assuming the turnaround is on track.

Keppel, meanwhile, offers indirect exposure to M1 through its broader portfolio. Any restructuring could unlock value, but a potential sale remains uncertain.

For long-term investors, Singtel deserves closer attention for its diversified earnings and regional exposure. StarHub may appeal to those willing to take on more execution risk in exchange for potential upside.

The MyRepublic deal is not a game changer. The bigger opportunity lies in whether Singapore’s telcos can turn consolidation into better margins, stronger cash flow and sustainable dividends.

The investment approach: Focus on earnings quality and valuation rather than subscriber numbers or takeover speculation. Even a good business can be a poor investment if the price is too high.

For discussion purposes only. Not financial advice.

$Alphabet(GOOGL.US)

Google (Alphabet) Q3 2026 Earnings Review: Alphabet reported revenue of $127.6 billion, up 25% year-on-year, but missed expectations. EPS was $2.12 versus roughly $3.00 forecast. Google Cloud surged 103% to $30.7 billion, while heavy AI investment drove negative free cash flow of $9.1 billion. Shares fell sharply. Outlook: Strong growth, rising spending risks.

$Tesla(TSLA.US)$Intel(INTC.US)$Meta Platforms(META.US)

$ServiceNow(NOW.US)

Context: ServiceNow will release its third-quarter earnings report after the closing bell today. Analysts expect the company to report quarterly earnings of $1.02 per share, up from 96 cents per share in the year-ago period. The consensus estimate for NOW’s quarterly revenue is $4.09 billion. It reported $3.41 billion last year. On July 22, ServiceNow reported better-than-expected second-quarter financial results.

My Trade: I'm being patient right now. There is definitely potential to rise further but the odds of it trading sideways is larger.

Takeaway: Analysts expect Servicenow to beat earnings and most are still recommending a Buy or hold with price targets higher than current trading price. @Captain's Treasure

$Microsoft(MSFT.US)Microsoft’s layoffs caught my attention, especially as job cuts are becoming increasingly common across the industry. It feels like AI is finally starting to replace some routine white-collar work, rather than just being a story about future productivity gains.

For companies, that could actually be a positive: lower labor costs and better margins, even if revenue growth stays modest. The interesting part is that what looks worrying for the job market could turn out to be good news for corporate earnings.

The big question is whether AI can deliver enough real productivity gains to justify the hype, or whether companies are simply cutting costs first and figuring out the rest later.

@Captain's Treasure

$TSLA 2X Long ETF(TSLL.US)

Context:

Tesla’s sharp move caught my attention. TSLA jumped 5.2% in the latest session, while TSLL gained around 10%. Part of the excitement came from a Barclays upgrade and speculation around a possible Tesla–SpaceX merger.

I can see why the market got excited, but I’m careful with stories like this. A potential deal can create a lot of momentum before anything is confirmed, and I don’t want to confuse a strong rally with proof that the long-term thesis has improved.

My Trade:

I am holding TSLL for leveraged exposure to Tesla, knowing its swings can be much bigger than TSLA’s. While rallies feel great, sentiment can reverse just as quickly.

I want to stay focused on my thesis rather than let one headline drive my confidence.

Takeaway:

With TSLL, being right about Tesla’s long term potential isn’t enough. The stock’s price path matters because daily leverage can amplify both gains and losses.

I am learning to separate excitement from evidence.

$UMS(558.SG)

UMS rebounded around 3.3% today, a welcome recovery after the recent semiconductor selloff. While the share price is still well below my cost price, this kind of sharp move is exactly why I allocated a portion of my portfolio to the sector. I probably entered too early, but with AI-driven semiconductor demand still a longer-term theme, I’d rather maintain exposure and accept the volatility than risk missing the eventual recovery.

$Lion-phillip S-Reit(CLR.SG)

Context:

Singapore REITs (S-REITs) have experienced correction and pullback together with recent stock market correction in the US and interest rate hike expectations. In fact, Lion-Phillip S-REIT ETF (CLR.SG) has been in a downtrend since year 2020. I think this correction presents an opportunity for income focused investors looking to secure higher distribution yields that bets on real estate portfolios.

My trade:

I initiated a new position in CLR. Buying into this fund gives me diversified exposure to high quality Singapore REITs. These REITs are currently at a good price for entry with good financial health and attractive yields. This allows me to start to build a stable, recurring income stream at a lower cost.

Takeaway:

Accumulating high yielding S-REIT during market corrections effectively locks in the elevated distribution yields while waiting for market recovery. I am unsure of when the REITs will recover in price but I am willing to wait it out and continue to accumulate shares if the market corrects further.

$NVIDIA(NVDA.US)

Context:

Monday’s market rebound lifted sentiment, partly supported by Anthropic’s IPO plans. But concerns remain over AI infrastructure spending, financing, and whether future returns can justify the massive investment.

My Trade:

I’m still holding NVDA and focusing on long-term fundamentals: growing computing demand and NVIDIA’s ability to turn its technological edge into real results. I’m staying committed, but not ignoring evidence that could challenge my thesis.

Takeaway:

A long-term view isn’t about certainty. It’s about knowing what you believe, what could prove you wrong, and not letting every market move dictate your decisions.

$Accenture(ACN.US)

Context

Accenture is a global IT services and consulting company and its shares fell sharply over the past year as investors worried about demand for its services and the threat of AI. It then recovered a large part of that fall.

My trade

I bought a small position in August 2025 and held through the steep drop without adding because I wasn't sure about the AI risk. After the rebound, I sold near my buy price and finished roughly flat, still unsure how much AI could disrupt its business.

Takeaway

Holding through the fall avoided locking in a big loss and not adding while I was unsure kept the risk small. I think it's better to wait for more clarity on AI's impact than to buy or hold on hope.

$Frasers Cpt Tr(J69U.SG)

Frasers Centrepoint Trust (J69U) delivered a strong FY26. DPU reached a record 12.35 cents, NPI grew 15.7% to S$321.7 million and leverage fell to 38.7%.

At around S$2.06, that works out to roughly a 6% yield. Occupancy is also an impressive 99.7%, while 6.6% rental reversions suggest there is still room for income growth.

But would I rush in before the ex-dividend date?

No.

The 6.214-cent 2H distribution looks attractive, but investors should remember that the dividend isn’t free money. Once FCT goes ex-dividend, the unit price should theoretically adjust lower by roughly the distribution amount.

The bigger question is what investors are paying for the underlying REIT.

This is where FCT becomes interesting against CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust (C38U).

CICT offers greater diversification across retail, offices and integrated developments. That gives it a broader earnings base, but its office exposure also makes it more sensitive to the commercial property cycle.

FCT is much more focused on suburban retail. That means less diversification, but its malls benefit from recurring daily spending such as groceries, food and essential services. Its 99.7% occupancy and positive rental reversions reinforce that defensive quality.

FCT also has potential growth from AEIs at NEX, Hougang Mall and Causeway Point, while lower financing costs are helping support DPU.

At S$2.06, I don’t think investors need to chase the dividend. I would rather wait for the post-ex-dividend adjustment.

Around S$2.00 becomes more interesting, while S$1.95 or below would provide a better margin of safety, assuming fundamentals remain intact.

Bottom line: CICT offers diversification and scale; FCT offers focused suburban retail exposure, strong occupancy and improving income. I prefer accumulating FCT on weakness rather than buying simply for the dividend.