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MarketBeat Week in Review – 02/02 - 02/06
Reported by MarketBeat Staff. Date Posted: 2/7/2026.
Stocks rallied to close another volatile week as investors bought the dip in technology stocks. Early in the week, the sector sold off amid concerns about artificial intelligence (AI) spending and its impact on the software industry. As the dust settled, buyers re-entered the market and found value in some names that had become oversold.
But this is more than a technology story. Industrials and finance stocks continue to attract investor interest, as do a number of high-quality dividend payers.
We're now in the heart of earnings season. As of Jan. 30, 33% of S&P 500 companies had reported, and 75% of those reporters beat earnings per share (EPS) estimates. That beat rate is slightly below the five-year average of 78%, but reported EPS came in 9.1% above estimates — higher than the five-year average of 7.7%.
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- Stocks rallied to end a volatile week as investors looked for oversold tech stocks.
- The rally also confirms that investors continue to rotate into overlooked and beaten-down sectors.
- Earnings season is almost halfway over, and the trend supports more growth.
Articles by Thomas Hughes
Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ: AMD) was an example where "good enough" wasn't good enough. AMD stock fell despite a solid report after guidance came in lighter than expected, calling the company's valuation into question. Thomas Hughes explained the fundamental and technical reasons that make this a buying opportunity bulls have been waiting for.
Tyson Foods Inc. (NYSE: TSN) is another stock on the rise after better-than-expected results. Hughes noted that the combination of anticipated price appreciation and a solid dividend provides a base that will support higher highs.
Hughes also recapped the earnings report from Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE: MPC). The downstream oil company delivered a strong report that confirmed its solid positioning for a bullish outlook in oil and gas.
Articles by Sam Quirke
Qualcomm Corp. (NASDAQ: QCOM) surrendered two years' worth of gains after its quarterly results. Sam Quirke explained why long-term investors have reasons to be concerned, while noting that traders may find a short-term opportunity.
Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) pushed its price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio above 400x. Quirke gave investors two reasons why bulls might chase the name and one reason to exercise caution.
Sandisk Corp. (NASDAQ: SNDK) continues to be a strong performer, though new growth may bring increased volatility. Quirke broke down the company's earnings and offered suggestions for trading SNDK stock in February.
Articles by Chris Markoch
Cybersecurity stocks haven't been immune to the tech sell-off. Chris Markoch explained why a bullish upgrade to Fortinet Inc. (NASDAQ: FTNT) might set a floor for CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: CRWD), which has continued to decline in 2026.
Markoch also highlighted the standout performance from Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: PLTR). Its report reinforced the strength of the company's growing commercial business and supported its longer-term growth story.
The nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair has added an element of predictability to the timing of rate cuts. With that in mind, Markoch spotlighted two REITs well-positioned for a stable-rate environment.
Articles by Ryan Hasson
Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOGL) reported results that followed a familiar pattern among hyperscalers — strong growth paired with heavy capital spending on AI infrastructure. As Ryan Hasson noted, GOOGL stock fell as investors weighed the long-term returns on that AI investment.
Hasson also used MarketBeat's MarketRank™ tool to point investors to a group of stocks backed by solid analyst and institutional support. The names on this list have fundamentals that can help investors navigate a volatile market.
Articles by Leo Miller
Defense stocks were among the top performers in 2025. Leo Miller examined three defense companies that recently reported earnings and explained why the outlook for the sector remains strong.
Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI) is a stock investors love to hate. It was down roughly 50% from its July 2025 high before its earnings report, but Miller explained why the stock has moved higher and highlighted a potential opportunity that could push SMCI stock upward.
Miller also analyzed the earnings report from PepsiCo Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP). The stock has climbed after an activist investor took a large stake, and Miller argued the company's results may give investors a more organic reason to buy PEP stock.
Articles by Nathan Reiff
Momentum traders should read Nathan Reiff's piece on three momentum stocks that outperformed the S&P 500 in January and still appear to have room to run. Each of these names has gained at least 56% year-to-date.
D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) received a boost from two multi-million-dollar deals. Reiff explained the nature of those agreements and why investors remain skeptical about the company's ability to turn one-off wins into sustainable profitability.
Gold has experienced a sharp sell-off, but Reiff noted the outlook for the metal still appears constructive. He highlighted three mining companies with strong fundamentals and catalysts that make them attractive in the current metals rally.
Articles by Jeffrey Neal Johnson
Unity Software (NYSE: U) fell about 25% amid concerns that AI is eroding the company's "complexity advantage." Jeffrey Neal Johnson noted two reasons why it may not be game over for U stock.
Ondas Holdings (NASDAQ: ONDS) surged more than 400% in 2025. As Johnson wrote, that move has shifted the conversation around Ondas from a speculative research name to a growing defense contractor with fundamentals that could support further gains.
One part of tech that has held up through the washout is suppliers of memory for AI workloads. This week, Johnson highlighted two winners positioned to capitalize on the memory supercycle.
Articles by Jordan Chussler
Jordan Chussler began the week by reviewing earnings from the Magnificent 7. Chussler helped investors look past price moves and focus on the fundamentals that anchored those reports.
Ahead of retail earnings later this month, Chussler analyzed two retailers that have installed new CEOs and what the leadership changes might mean for upcoming results.
The space race is heating up and many investors are watching for a potential SpaceX IPO in 2026. Chussler explained why investors may want to watch AST SpaceMobile Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTS), a SpaceX rival that is already generating revenue and has caught Wall Street's attention.
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