Jim Cramer, the host of Mad Money, recently advised investors to maintain composure as major companies release their earnings this week. Additionally, he highlighted the significance of the upcoming nonfarm payroll report, set to be released on Friday, which he believes will have considerable implications for interest rates.
He said that weak hiring figures could prompt the Federal Reserve to continue cutting rates. Last Friday, Cramer noted a mixed performance in the markets: the Dow dropped by 260 points, the S&P fell slightly by 0.03%, while the Nasdaq managed a gain of 0.56%. Cramer characterized the current market conditions as a preparatory phase for an eventful week ahead, urging viewers to pay close attention.
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Cramer emphasized the importance of the employment data released on the first Friday of the month, particularly in light of the forthcoming Fed meeting.
“Speaking of employment, on the first Friday of the month, we get the nonfarm payroll report. I can’t stress how important this number is. We have an upcoming Fed meeting and we’re now seeing [that] cyclicals really missed their numbers because of higher interest rates. A lot of them are rolling over. But if employment stays as strong as it’s been, then we’re going to hear that there will be no November rate cut.”
Throughout his commentary, Cramer conveyed a clear message: while it may be tempting to sell, this period aligns with a cycle of Fed rate cuts, suggesting that buying could be the more prudent strategy. He reminded viewers that this week feels charged with significance, likening it to a playoff atmosphere where the stakes are exceptionally high.
In his concluding remarks, Cramer said:
“Bottom line, huge week, huge opportunity. Just please remember, the first move’s been the wrong move, I’d say probably maybe, almost half the time since this earnings season began. Wait to process the numbers, listen to the conference call before you pull the trigger.”
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20. Reddit, Inc. (NYSE:RDDT)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 39
Reddit, Inc. (NYSE:RDDT) is set to report its third-quarter earnings report on October 29. Commenting on the company, Cramer said:
“By the way, I also think that both Reddit and PayPal will do terrifically. All three are hot stocks. I bet all three will remain that way.”
Reddit (NYSE:RDDT) operates a vibrant platform designed for the creation and engagement of digital communities focused on various interests, enabling users to participate in discussions and share content. Cramer has previously commented that CEO Steve Huffman “put up some really good numbers.” He said that Huffman has “a great long-term model”.
Huffman recently emphasized the platform’s potential as a valuable resource for artificial intelligence development, suggesting that Reddit’s diverse content serves as some of the best training data available. As the company navigates its role in the evolving world of AI, Huffman noted the increasing significance of this data in the competitive environment often referred to as the AI “arms race.”
During his remarks at The Wall Street Journal’s Tech Live conference in October, Huffman addressed the implications of AI on internet search and how Reddit’s (NYSE:RDDT) unique position will allow it to shine amidst concerns about low-quality AI-generated content, which he referred to as “AI slop.” He reiterated his belief that Reddit represents “the most human place on Earth,” positioning the platform as a source of genuine intelligence that feeds into artificial intelligence models. Huffman argued that the essence of AI relies on actual human intelligence, which is abundantly present on Reddit, reinforcing the platform’s importance in the AI conversation.
19. Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 47
Cramer expressed a wish to see the absence of Ford Motor Company’s (NYSE:F) warranty issues and lack of loss in EVs.
“Ford Motor… I very much want to see them have a clean quarter with no warranty issues and not too much loss on electric vehicles, although that may be too much to ask for.”
Ford Motor (NYSE:F) is engaged in the development, production, and servicing of a lineup of vehicles, including trucks, commercial cars, vans, sport utility vehicles, and Lincoln luxury models. On October 28, it reported a decline in profit for the third quarter, primarily due to ongoing challenges in the automotive market, resulting in a drop in its shares.
For the third quarter, the company’s net income stood at $900 million, or 22 cents per share, down from $1.2 billion, or 30 cents per share, the previous year. The company’s revenue for this period was reported at $46.2 billion. In its latest earnings call, the company revised its forecast for full-year adjusted earnings to approximately $10 billion, down from an earlier estimate of between $10 billion and $12 billion.
Ford Motor’s (NYSE:F) management indicated that two significant factors are hindering the potential for record adjusted EBIT this year: unexpectedly high warranty costs and inflationary pressures affecting its joint venture, Ford Otosan, in Turkey. Furthermore, the company’s “Model e” electric vehicle division recorded losses amounting to $1.22 billion during the third quarter, highlighting the challenges faced in the transition to electric mobility.