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Sam Quirke, Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Sam Quirke
About The Author

Sam Quirke

Contributing Author

Technical Analysis

Experience

Sam Quirke has been a contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2019.

Areas of Expertise

Technical and fundamental analysis, tech stocks, large caps, timing entries and exits

Education

Trinity College, Dublin, IE

Past Experience

Professional futures trader, start-up fund manager

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Latest Articles by Sam Quirke

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June 12, 2025 2:27 PM ET

Ignore the Noise—Samsara Stock Is Still a Strong Buy

Sam Quirke

Shares of Samsara have dipped after last week's earnings. But the fundamentals are on fire and analysts see 35% upside - get excited.

NYSE:IOT
Read Ignore the Noise—Samsara Stock Is Still a Strong Buy
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June 12, 2025 8:37 AM ET

Netflix Sets New Highs—Price Targets Keep Climbing

Sam Quirke

Shares of Netflix have been hitting fresh all time highs after bullish analyst updates. With more upside forecasted, the rally is far from over.

NASDAQ:NFLX
Read Netflix Sets New Highs—Price Targets Keep Climbing
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June 11, 2025 8:21 AM ET

Amazon Is on Track to Hit a Critical Level: Watch Out

Sam Quirke

Amazon is approaching the critical $220 level with strong analyst backing and some serious rally momentum behind it. It's time to get excited.

NASDAQ:AMZN
Read Amazon Is on Track to Hit a Critical Level: Watch Out
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June 11, 2025 7:03 AM ET

Tesla Stock: Why These 2 Downgrades Are Actually a Buy Signal

Sam Quirke

Tesla shares are climbing despite dual downgrades, creating a rare entry opportunity for investors who believe in their long-term potential.

NASDAQ:TSLA
Read Tesla Stock: Why These 2 Downgrades Are Actually a Buy Signal
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June 10, 2025 8:19 AM ET

Qualcomm: What Monday’s Jump Tells Us About the Stock's Prospects

Sam Quirke

Qualcomm jumped 4% on its latest acquisition, which could be just what the stock needed to break out of its ongoing slumber.

NASDAQ:QCOMNASDAQ:NVDANASDAQ:AVGO
Read Qualcomm: What Monday’s Jump Tells Us About the Stock's Prospects
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June 7, 2025 8:16 AM ET

X: 1 Reason to Bet on U.S. Steel, and 1 Reason to Hold Back

Sam Quirke

Shares of U.S. Steel are surging on the revived Nippon deal, but union pushback and overbought signals raise doubts about further upside.

NYSE:CLFNYSE:NUENYSE:X
Read X: 1 Reason to Bet on U.S. Steel, and 1 Reason to Hold Back
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June 7, 2025 7:47 AM ET

3 Oversold Stocks Flashing Bullish Reversal Signals

Sam Quirke

Here are three stocks that each have oversold RSIs. However, improving signals and catalysts could suggest we're looking at some great entry points.

NASDAQ:CPRTNASDAQ:COONYSE:UNH
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June 4, 2025 5:03 AM ET

Tesla’s Lofty 200 P/E Could Mean More Upside

Sam Quirke

Tesla’s P/E ratio may seem overheated right now, but compared to past multiples, and future potential, it could still be undervalued.

NASDAQ:TSLANYSE:F
Read Tesla’s Lofty 200 P/E Could Mean More Upside
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June 3, 2025 12:19 PM ET

Qualcomm: A Technical Deep-Dive Confirms the Worst

Sam Quirke

Qualcomm's technicals paint a bleak picture. Momentum is gone, support is cracking, and without a catalyst, the stock looks set for further decline.

NASDAQ:QCOMNASDAQ:NVDANASDAQ:MU
Read Qualcomm: A Technical Deep-Dive Confirms the Worst
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June 3, 2025 10:22 AM ET

3 Reasons Amazon Could Be the Best Tech Performer in June

Sam Quirke

Once again, Amazon is gaining momentum. As we head into June, analysts are bullish, fundamentals are solid, and the chart setup looks like more upside is ahead.

NASDAQ:AMZN
Read 3 Reasons Amazon Could Be the Best Tech Performer in June
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May 30, 2025 8:37 AM ET

Ackman Takes a Swing at Amazon — Should You? 

Sam Quirke

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square has taken a stake in Amazon, boosting investor confidence as analysts point to major upside potential in the stock.

NASDAQ:AMZN
Read Ackman Takes a Swing at Amazon — Should You? 
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May 28, 2025 10:26 AM ET

Qualcomm Stock Turns South: 3 Entry Signals to Watch For

Sam Quirke

Qualcomm continues to frustrate investors, but a breakout, bullish MACD crossover, or new analyst rating could flip sentiment fast.

NASDAQ:QCOM
Read Qualcomm Stock Turns South: 3 Entry Signals to Watch For
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May 28, 2025 5:23 AM ET

3 Reasons Wix Could Rally 50% Into the Summer

Sam Quirke

Wix has pulled back 16% after mixed earnings. But analyst support, strong bookings, and a bigger buyback make the upside case compelling.

NASDAQ:WIX
Read 3 Reasons Wix Could Rally 50% Into the Summer
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May 27, 2025 1:52 PM ET

Tesla: Why Analysts Think It Could Jump Another 47%

Sam Quirke

Tesla is up 55% since April. Yet Wedbush sees nearly 50% more upside - driven by autonomy, AI, and a possible $2T valuation by 2026.

NASDAQ:TSLA
Read Tesla: Why Analysts Think It Could Jump Another 47%
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May 27, 2025 12:24 PM ET

2 Red-Hot Stocks With High RSIs and More Upside to Come

Sam Quirke

Snowflake and Gap are both up over 65% with RSIs above 70, but analyst upgrades and breakout momentum suggest more upside is in play for each of them.

NYSE:SNOWNYSE:GAP
Read 2 Red-Hot Stocks With High RSIs and More Upside to Come
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May 21, 2025 12:24 PM ET

3 Reasons Salesforce Could Be Back at All-Time Highs by June

Sam Quirke

Salesforce is up 25% since April. With bullish technicals, analyst upgrades, and strong earnings momentum, further gains are imminent.

NYSE:CRM
Read 3 Reasons Salesforce Could Be Back at All-Time Highs by June
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May 20, 2025 12:31 PM ET

2 Reasons Netflix’s 40% Rally Is Far From Over

Sam Quirke

From where the stock closed on Monday, new price targets imply more than 15% upside. That’s a significant projection for a company of Netflix’s size.

NASDAQ:NFLX
Read 2 Reasons Netflix’s 40% Rally Is Far From Over
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May 19, 2025 12:47 PM ET

Amazon: Why May Is the Last Month to Get the Stock at a Discount

Sam Quirke

Amazon is up nearly 30% since April, boosted by easing tariffs and bullish analyst targets. This may be the last chance to buy it close to $200.

NASDAQ:AMZN
Read Amazon: Why May Is the Last Month to Get the Stock at a Discount
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May 19, 2025 11:43 AM ET

Qualcomm: This Week Could Make or Break the Rally

Sam Quirke

Qualcomm is up 25% since April, but momentum is fading. The coming week may decide whether it breaks higher or remains stuck in neutral.

NASDAQ:QCOM
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May 19, 2025 6:55 AM ET

Why Tesla’s 60% Surge Should Keep Going Into Summer

Sam Quirke

Tesla has rallied 60% since April. With macro tailwinds and new price targets, a move toward $400 looks well within reach this summer.

NASDAQ:TSLA
Read Why Tesla’s 60% Surge Should Keep Going Into Summer
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May 15, 2025 6:47 AM ET

Keep Your EYE on This Stock, It Just Got a Rare Double Upgrade

Sam Quirke

National Vision is up more than 40% after strong earnings and a rare double upgrade. A breakout is underway with even more upside likely in the near-term.

NASDAQ:EYE
Read Keep Your EYE on This Stock, It Just Got a Rare Double Upgrade
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May 14, 2025 6:30 AM ET

Pharma Fire Sale: 3 Stocks the RSI Says You Shouldn’t Ignore

Sam Quirke

These 3 pharma stocks have oversold RSIs and solid analyst support, setting up potential bounce-back trades through this week and next

NASDAQ:SRPTNASDAQ:KRYSNASDAQ:LNTH
Read Pharma Fire Sale: 3 Stocks the RSI Says You Shouldn’t Ignore
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May 14, 2025 5:15 AM ET

Tesla: Get Ready To See It Trading Above $400 Again

Sam Quirke

Tesla rallies 40% post-earnings as Piper Sandler sets a bullish $400 target, betting big on autonomy and software-led margin expansion.

NASDAQ:TSLA
Read Tesla: Get Ready To See It Trading Above $400 Again
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May 13, 2025 8:57 AM ET

Qualcomm Is 5x Cheaper Than AMD, But Won’t Be for Long

Sam Quirke

With a P/E of just 15 and a ton of bullish analyst support, Qualcomm may just be the best-kept secret in the chip space.

NASDAQ:AMDNASDAQ:QCOM
Read Qualcomm Is 5x Cheaper Than AMD, But Won’t Be for Long