$AMD (+46.14%) vs $NVDA(+25.51%): Maximize Profits Swing vs Day Trading Strategies
Striking Performance: Comparing AMD's 46.14% gain versus NVDA's 25.51% gain
Comparing two prominent players in the semiconductor industry, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and Nvidia (NVDA), reveals interesting observations on their performances. AMD secured an impressive gain of 46.14%, outpacing NVDA, which posted a 25.51% gain.
These performance figures are set against the backdrop of an industry, which on average, experienced robust growth of 30.10% on a quarterly basis. On a more granular level, the average monthly and weekly growth for the industry was 5.08% and 4.00%, respectively.
Within this weekly timeframe, AMD showcased a notable price change of 3.55%, while NVDA's change was more conservative at 0.22%. This divergence in price change illustrates the varied trajectories of these two semiconductor giants, emphasizing AMD's superior performance in the observed period.
In the context of anticipated earnings reports, AMD is scheduled to announce its earnings on October 31, 2023, while NVDA will reveal its performance earlier, on August 23, 2023. These dates are crucial markers for investors and market watchers, as the company's financial health and strategic initiatives will be highlighted.
Trading Strategies: Swing Trading Sector Rotation versus Day Trading Medium Volatility Stocks
As we observe the remarkable gains of AMD and NVDA, it is also interesting to consider how different trading strategies would play out with these stocks. For instance, employing a Swing Trader's Sector Rotation Strategy versus a Day Trader's strategy of trading Medium Volatility Stocks, both involving Technical Analysis (TA) and Fundamental Analysis (FA).
The Swing Trader's Sector Rotation Strategy aims to capitalize on the broad market shifts from one sector to another, reflecting macroeconomic trends. Considering the robust growth in the semiconductor industry, this strategy would have favored AMD, given its significant gain of 46.14%.
On the other hand, the Day Trader strategy focuses on medium volatility stocks for active trading. Given NVDA's more moderate weekly price change of 0.22%, this strategy might have been suitable for day trading NVDA.
Both AMD and NVDA presented potential opportunities for different trading strategies. However, in terms of absolute gains, AMD emerged as the clear front-runner. As both companies prepare to announce their earnings, investors will be watching closely for the next course of action.
AMD in downward trend: price dove below 50-day moving average on September 05, 2025
AMD moved below its 50-day moving average on September 05, 2025 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 37 similar past instances, the stock price decreased further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on August 21, 2025. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on AMD as a result. In of 77 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for AMD turned negative on August 06, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 45 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 45 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
The 10-day moving average for AMD crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on September 09, 2025. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 14 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where AMD declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for AMD entered a downward trend on September 12, 2025. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
Bullish Trend Analysis
The RSI Oscillator points to a transition from a downward trend to an upward trend -- in cases where AMD's RSI Indicator exited the oversold zone, of 30 resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Stochastic Oscillator suggests the stock price trend may be in a reversal from a downward trend to an upward trend. of 58 cases where AMD's Stochastic Oscillator exited the oversold zone resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where AMD advanced for three days, in of 304 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
AMD may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (4.312) is normal, around the industry mean (11.091). P/E Ratio (94.952) is within average values for comparable stocks, (72.583). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.490) is also within normal values, averaging (1.781). AMD has a moderately low Dividend Yield (0.000) as compared to the industry average of (0.022). P/S Ratio (8.741) is also within normal values, averaging (28.041).
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. AMD’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 81, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
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