Alphabet, Apple Top Q4 Gains 01/13/26
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Alphabet, Apple Top Q4 Gains 01/13/26
Key Stories:
- Looking back at the fourth quarter of 2025, we’re seeing strong performance from several familiar names, particularly in the tech sector. For one significant portfolio, Alphabet, the parent company of Google, stood out as a top contributor. Joining it on the leader board was Apple, the iPhone maker, demonstrating robust market sentiment for its consumer electronics and services. Also making a notable positive impact was Mettler-Toledo International, a key player in precision instruments. This points to continued investor confidence in established tech giants and niche industrial leaders heading into the new year. Read more
- While some tech giants soared, the quarter wasn’t universally positive within the sector. Oracle, the enterprise software giant, and Microsoft, the software and cloud services leader, both unfortunately acted as detractors for the same portfolio. Adding to the mixed tech picture, Meta Platforms, parent company of Facebook, also saw its performance pull back. However, it wasn’t just about tech; healthcare also played a significant role. Johnson & Johnson, the global healthcare behemoth, and Danaher Corporation, a diversified science and technology innovator, were strong contributors elsewhere in the portfolio. On the detractor side, Linde plc, the industrial gases and engineering company, also faced headwinds. This really underscores the importance of diversification and the nuanced performance within and across sectors, even in a strong market. Read more
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