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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, Ireland

Past Experience

Professional futures trader, start-up fund manager

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Latest Articles by Sam Quirke

Photo of cloud computing with the New York City skyline near midtown
November 15, 2024 5:47 AM ET

Freshworks Stock Soars 50% – Is This the Perfect Entry Point?

Sam Quirke

Freshworks' recovery rally is sparking excitement among investors and making the stock one to watch closely as we head into the final few weeks of the year.

NASDAQ:FRSH
Read Freshworks Stock Soars 50% – Is This the Perfect Entry Point?
Why Meta Should Rally All The Way Into 2025
November 15, 2024 5:43 AM ET

Why Meta Should Rally All The Way Into 2025

Sam Quirke

As we head into the final few weeks of the year, there are several reasons investors should be getting excited about what's ahead for the tech giant.

NASDAQ:META
Read Why Meta Should Rally All The Way Into 2025
Zscaler Stock
November 15, 2024 5:18 AM ET

Why Zscaler Stock Has Analysts So Excited

Sam Quirke

Having weathered a bumpy year so far, all signs point to Zscaler closing out 2024 on the front foot and starting 2025 with a pep in its step.

NYSE:C
Read Why Zscaler Stock Has Analysts So Excited
Qualcomm stock price
November 7, 2024 8:00 AM ET

Breakout Alert: Qualcomm Just Hit The Rally Button

Sam Quirke

Qualcomm shares were trading up more than 5% in Thursday’s pre-market session, which would put them at their highest level since before August’s dip.

NASDAQ:QCOM
Read Breakout Alert: Qualcomm Just Hit The Rally Button
photo illustration the Coinbase logo seen displayed on a smartphone screen with the logo of Nasdaq in the background
November 7, 2024 6:58 AM ET

2 Reasons To Like Coinbase After The Election, 1 to Still Avoid

Sam Quirke

Coinbase appears well-positioned to capitalize on the risk-on sentiment fuelled by both the Fed’s rate cuts and the outcome of the election.

NASDAQ:COIN
Read 2 Reasons To Like Coinbase After The Election, 1 to Still Avoid
Intel headquarters in Silicon Valley, Santa Clara, California, USA - June 10, 2023. Intel Corporation is an American multinational corporation and technology company. — Stock Editorial Photography
November 4, 2024 9:33 AM ET

Intel: Is Now the Time to Be Brave? 

Sam Quirke

Since hitting lows in September, Intel shares have climbed 25%, and there are several reasons for investors to be excited. Let’s take a look.

NASDAQ:AMDNASDAQ:INTCNASDAQ:NVDA
Read Intel: Is Now the Time to Be Brave? 
LONDON, UK - October 2021: Facebook social media company changes its corporate name to Meta.
November 1, 2024 7:29 AM ET

Meta’s Q3 Earnings Beat—Is This Dip a Golden Entry Opportunity?

Sam Quirke

Between earnings growth, analyst support, and the strength of the underlying rally, investors have many reasons to be excited about Meta's potential upside.

NASDAQ:AMZNNASDAQ:META
Read Meta’s Q3 Earnings Beat—Is This Dip a Golden Entry Opportunity?
Boeing Stock
October 30, 2024 8:12 AM ET

Boeing: Why Analysts Think Now's The Time To Be Brave

Sam Quirke

On the whole, you can't help but feel there's a bargain to be had with Boeing right now, and it could well be the right time to be brave. 

NYSE:BA
Read Boeing: Why Analysts Think Now's The Time To Be Brave
The IBM logo is seen on the top of the IBM Romania headquarter building
October 28, 2024 6:25 AM ET

IBM Stock Has Never Looked So Exciting

Sam Quirke

Backing up the bullish outlook from the leadership team is The Royal Bank of Canada, who reiterated its Outperform rating on IBM stock last week.

NYSE:IBM
Read IBM Stock Has Never Looked So Exciting
amazon stock price
October 28, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Amazon: Why Analysts Think It's a Solid Buy Ahead of Earnings

Sam Quirke

Out of nearly a dozen analyst updates in October alone, all but one rated Amazon a Buy, and all those bullish price targets are well above July's high of $200.

NASDAQ:GOOGNASDAQ:AMZNNASDAQ:AAPL
Read Amazon: Why Analysts Think It's a Solid Buy Ahead of Earnings
Meta Signage Logo on Top of Glass Building. Metaverse Workplace Technology Service Company High-rise Office Headquarters.
October 24, 2024 9:41 AM ET

Why Meta's Pre-Earnings Dip Could Be A Golden Entry Opportunity

Sam Quirke

As we round the corner into the last few weeks of the year, there are several reasons for investors to be getting excited about Meta's potential.

NASDAQ:META
Read Why Meta's Pre-Earnings Dip Could Be A Golden Entry Opportunity
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October 23, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Cisco: Why Analysts Are Targeting 35% Gains by Christmas

Sam Quirke

Cisco recently reiterated expectations for $1 billion of AI related orders to land in 2025, reflecting a solid picture of market demand for their offering.

NASDAQ:CSCO
Read Cisco: Why Analysts Are Targeting 35% Gains by Christmas
STUTTGART, GERMANY - Mar 03, 2021: High angle view of person holding mobile phone with logo of US DevOps platform GitLab Inc. on screen in front of website. Focus on cellphone display. — Stock Editorial Photography
October 22, 2024 8:07 AM ET

Gitlab’s Future Looks Bright – Here’s Why It’s Just the Beginning

Sam Quirke

As we head into the last couple of months of the year, there are several reasons to think GitLab's rally has legs and investors should be getting excited.

NASDAQ:GTLB
Read Gitlab’s Future Looks Bright – Here’s Why It’s Just the Beginning
Cyber security and cybercrime. System hacked with Master key lock on laptop, notebook. Cyber attack on computer network, Virus, Spyware, Malware or Malicious software.
October 21, 2024 9:07 AM ET

Analysts Predict New Highs for Cybersecurity Stock by Christmas

Sam Quirke

The benchmark S&P 500 index is hitting fresh all-time highs, which, in tandem with a dovish-leaning Fed, is helping to fuel a risk-on sentiment across stocks.

NASDAQ:PANWNASDAQ:CRWDNASDAQ:PANW
Read Analysts Predict New Highs for Cybersecurity Stock by Christmas
STUTTG, GERMANY - Jan 23, 2021: Person holding smartphone with logo of aerospace company Joby Aviation (air taxi) on screen. Focus on top center of phone display. — Stock Editorial Photography
October 17, 2024 8:42 AM ET

90% Gain Possible? Analysts Are Bullish on Joby Aviation

Sam Quirke

Investors have been eagerly waiting for signs of recovery, and there are several reasons to think now might be the perfect time to consider getting involved. 

NYSE:JOBYNYSE:JOBY
Read 90% Gain Possible? Analysts Are Bullish on Joby Aviation
Micron logo is displayed on smartphone.
October 17, 2024 7:16 AM ET

Why Micron Could Rally All The Way Through Q4

Sam Quirke

Micron has recently started a 30% rally, and there are reasons to think we could be in for even more gains as we head into the final few months of the year.

NASDAQ:MUNASDAQ:NVDA
Read Why Micron Could Rally All The Way Through Q4
Why Alphabet Could Rally 30% Before Christmas
October 17, 2024 5:45 AM ET

Why Alphabet Could Rally 30% Before Christmas

Sam Quirke

The team at Truist have named it one of their top picks in Q4 based on its outlook and the bullish momentum currently being seen across the broader market.

NASDAQ:GOOG
Read Why Alphabet Could Rally 30% Before Christmas
Mobile phone with logo of American semiconductor company Broadcom Inc. on screen
October 17, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Broadcom's Targeted Upside Just Keeps Getting Better

Sam Quirke

Broadcom has been one of the standout performers in the semiconductor space over the last two years, rising by 350%. All signs points to this continuing.

NASDAQ:AVGO
Read Broadcom's Targeted Upside Just Keeps Getting Better
Salesforce building. Salesforce intends to continue its investment in integration software, customer data and SMBs.
October 16, 2024 7:00 AM ET

Salesforce: Have You Seen The Latest Price Target Upgrade?

Sam Quirke

Looking at MarketBeat’s Analyst Forecast tool, we can see that out of 38 analyst ratings on Salesforce shares, 29 have it rated Buy.

NYSE:CRM
Read Salesforce: Have You Seen The Latest Price Target Upgrade?
Carnival Cruise Lines
October 10, 2024 7:18 AM ET

Carnival Has Analysts Going Wild: Here's Why

Sam Quirke

Based on both Carnival's fundamental performance and the bullish outlook from the analysts, it's hard not to see them continue cruising north from here. 

NYSE:CCL
Read Carnival Has Analysts Going Wild: Here's Why
Netflix Incorporation headquarters glass building concept. Netflix TV and VOD streaming platform company symbol logo on front facade 3d illustration.
October 10, 2024 6:37 AM ET

Why Netflix Is Irresistible Even At All-Time Highs 

Sam Quirke

Based at the current price action ahead of next week’s earnings report, it’s clear Wall Street isn't being slow about buying into Netflix at these levels.

NASDAQ:NFLX
Read Why Netflix Is Irresistible Even At All-Time Highs 
Bangkok, Thailand - September 30, 2019 : Apple logo at Apple Iconsiam The new Apple Store located inside Iconsiam shopping malls a new global landmark on Chao Phraya River in Bangkok-Thailand.
October 9, 2024 8:42 AM ET

2 Reasons to Jump on Apple Stock Now and 1 Reason to Think Twice

Sam Quirke

As we head into the final few months of the year, Apple is worth watching closely. Here are 2 reasons to buy, and 1 reason to avoid it. 

NASDAQ:AAPL
Read 2 Reasons to Jump on Apple Stock Now and 1 Reason to Think Twice
New York, United States of America - 2023 March 29: Elevance health company on stock market. Elevance health financial success and profit - Stock Editorial Photography
October 3, 2024 7:09 AM ET

3 Oversold Stocks with Big RSI Rebound Potential

Sam Quirke

Everybody loves finding a bargain or getting a good deal, and it's no different when it comes to stocks. The RSI indicator is a great way to find them.

NASDAQ:ASNDNASDAQ:BMRNNYSE:ELV
Read 3 Oversold Stocks with Big RSI Rebound Potential
West Bangal, India - November 11, 2021 : Microsoft Azure logo on phone screen stock image. - Stock Editorial Photography
October 2, 2024 8:55 AM ET

Microsoft’s Targeted Upside Might Be Too Good to Ignore

Sam Quirke

For those of us on the sidelines thinking about getting involved, there’s a lot to like about Microsoft stock right now.

NASDAQ:MSFTNYSE:ORCL
Read Microsoft’s Targeted Upside Might Be Too Good to Ignore