Day Trade Cheat Sheet - August 01, 2026 (EOD)

 ## TODAY'S GRADE: B A generally positive trading day with solid earnings-driven rallies in tech and memory stocks, though some setups failed amid mixed sector rotation. ## HOW INDEXES TRADED **SPY:** data not available - choppy **QQQ:** data not available - mixed tech strength **IWM:** data not available - sideways action ## BIGGEST MOVERS ### Winners **$AMZN** +15.3% - Strong Q2 earnings and free cash flow rebound impressed investors **$DRAM** +X% (exact % not provided) - Memory sector bounce after Situational Awareness rescue news **$MSFT** data not available - Positive sentiment from AI cybersecurity initiatives ### Losers **$ROBL** -21% - Disappointing guidance and bookings slowdown **$META** data not available - Mixed investor sentiment despite buzz **$MU** data not available - Analyst caution on memory stocks despite recent bounce ## WHAT WORKED Patterns or setups that worked today: - Earnings-driven breakouts - Amazon’s 15.3% surge following strong Q2 results was a clear winner - Memory sector rebound plays - DRAM ETF’s bounce after situational awareness news showed tactical buying opportunities ## WHAT FAILED Setups that didn't work: - Momentum continuation in some tech names - Despite positive AI narratives, some stocks like Roblox failed to hold gains due to weak guidance - Defensive rotation trades - Mixed signals from consumer staples and healthcare sectors led to choppy price action and failed setups ## AFTER-HOURS WATCH Earnings or news to monitor tonight: - **$AMD** - Key Nasdaq 100 stock with upcoming earnings that could set the tone for semiconductor sentiment - **$UBER** - Another Nasdaq 100 name to watch for guidance and growth updates - **$PLTR** - Expected to provide AI-related business insights post-market ## TOMORROW PREVIEW **Early Watch:** **$AMD**, **$UBER**, **$PLTR** setting up for potential volatility on earnings **Catalyst:** Q2 earnings from major tech and semiconductor companies; macro updates on inflation and Fed commentary **Bias:** Neutral to cautiously bullish, as strong earnings growth contrasts with geopolitical and inflation concerns --- Overall, the day rewarded earnings plays and memory sector rebounds, but traders should remain selective and cautious given mixed signals and some failed momentum setups. The focus shifts to key Nasdaq 100 earnings tomorrow for further market direction.