$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.
Aroon Indicator for AMD shows an upward move is likely
AMD's Aroon Indicator triggered a bullish signal on July 09, 2025. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor detected that the AroonUp green line is above 70 while the AroonDown red line is below 30. When the up indicator moves above 70 and the down indicator remains below 30, it is a sign that the stock could be setting up for a bullish move. Traders may want to buy the stock or look to buy calls options. A.I.dvisor looked at 202 similar instances where the Aroon Indicator showed a similar pattern. In of the 202 cases, the stock moved higher in the days that followed. This puts the odds of a move higher at .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where AMD advanced for three days, in of 294 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Bearish Trend Analysis
The 10-day RSI Indicator for AMD moved out of overbought territory on July 01, 2025. This could be a bearish sign for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 39 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In of the 39 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at .
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 58 cases where AMD's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on July 09, 2025. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on AMD as a result. In of 78 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 July 07, 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 43 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 43 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
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 .
AMD broke above its upper Bollinger Band on June 24, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. AMD’s price grows at a higher 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 75, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued 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 (3.877) is normal, around the industry mean (9.434). P/E Ratio (101.029) is within average values for comparable stocks, (63.871). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.756) is also within normal values, averaging (2.352). AMD has a moderately low Dividend Yield (0.000) as compared to the industry average of (0.020). P/S Ratio (8.150) is also within normal values, averaging (36.027).
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 Seasonality Score of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.
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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