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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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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
Read Qualcomm: This Week Could Make or Break the Rally
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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
Poltava, Ukraine - April 26, 2022: Tesla car company stock market background. Tesla logo on Twitter and dollar money close-up view — Stock Editorial Photography
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
Why Amazon May Never Dip Below $200 Again
May 13, 2025 4:53 AM ET

Why Amazon May Never Dip Below $200 Again

Sam Quirke

Amazon just broke through $200, and is now up 30% since April. With macro tailwinds and analyst upgrades, that may have been its final time below that level.

NASDAQ:AMZN
Read Why Amazon May Never Dip Below $200 Again
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May 6, 2025 5:00 AM ET

Qualcomm: Analyst Opinions Split, But Upside Potential Remains

Sam Quirke

Qualcomm’s valuation is compelling and growth drivers are solid, but mixed analyst sentiment will keep investors guessing - for now.

NASDAQ:QCOMNASDAQ:AMDNASDAQ:NVDA
Read Qualcomm: Analyst Opinions Split, But Upside Potential Remains
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May 5, 2025 8:15 AM ET

Amazon: Why The Great Comeback Rally Could Be About to Begin

Sam Quirke

Amazon beat Q1 expectations and analysts are very much bullish, with some price targets calling for almost 50% upside from current levels.

NASDAQ:AMZN
Read Amazon: Why The Great Comeback Rally Could Be About to Begin
3 Reasons Tesla Should Be a $300 Stock by June
May 5, 2025 6:25 AM ET

3 Reasons Tesla Should Be a $300 Stock by June

Sam Quirke

Tesla’s rally is accelerating post-earnings, as bullish analyst targets, rising momentum, and risk-on sentiment all push shares toward $300.

NASDAQ:TSLA
Read 3 Reasons Tesla Should Be a $300 Stock by June
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May 2, 2025 8:21 AM ET

Amazon Earnings: 2 Reasons to Love It, 1 Reason to Be Cautious

Sam Quirke

Amazon beat Q1 expectations and analysts are staying bullish, but cautious guidance and weak momentum look likely to weigh on sentiment.

NASDAQ:AMZN
Read Amazon Earnings: 2 Reasons to Love It, 1 Reason to Be Cautious
Qualcomm's Earnings: 2 Reasons to Buy, 1 to Stay Away
May 1, 2025 7:11 AM ET

Qualcomm's Earnings: 2 Reasons to Buy, 1 to Stay Away

Sam Quirke

Qualcomm beat earnings and trades at a steep valuation discount, but it still looks like market confidence still hasn’t fully returned.

NASDAQ:QCOMNASDAQ:AMDNASDAQ:NVDA
Read Qualcomm's Earnings: 2 Reasons to Buy, 1 to Stay Away
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April 30, 2025 8:27 AM ET

Amazon's Earnings Will Make or Break the Stock's Comeback 

Sam Quirke

Amazon has rebounded 16% into earnings as analysts remain overwhelmingly bullish, with targets up to $250 and strong AWS and AI growth expected.

NASDAQ:AMZN
Read Amazon's Earnings Will Make or Break the Stock's Comeback 
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April 30, 2025 8:14 AM ET

Tesla's Band-Aid Has Been Ripped Off: Rally Mode Engaged

Sam Quirke

Tesla is up 18% since earnings, with rising technical strength and investor optimism suggesting the stock is back in rally mode.

NASDAQ:TSLA
Read Tesla's Band-Aid Has Been Ripped Off: Rally Mode Engaged
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April 23, 2025 9:02 AM ET

Amazon's Earnings Could Fuel a Rapid Breakout

Sam Quirke

Amazon keeps grinding along 2020 levels despite strong analyst support. With earnings due, this lacklustre action won't last much longer.

NASDAQ:AMZNNYSE:WMT
Read Amazon's Earnings Could Fuel a Rapid Breakout
Prague, Czechia - 10 21 2024: Smartphone on surface showing Qualcomm logo. — Stock Editorial Photography
April 23, 2025 8:44 AM ET

Qualcomm’s Range Narrows Ahead of Earnings as Bulls Step In

Sam Quirke

Qualcomm continues to climb into earnings, with a tightening range and analyst support pointing to bullish momentum at just the right time.

NASDAQ:QCOM
Read Qualcomm’s Range Narrows Ahead of Earnings as Bulls Step In
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April 23, 2025 6:45 AM ET

Tesla Earnings Miss, But Musk Refocuses and Bulls React

Sam Quirke

For investors trying to make sense of Tesla’s latest quarter, here’s what stood out and how to think about the setup from here.

NASDAQ:TSLA
Read Tesla Earnings Miss, But Musk Refocuses and Bulls React
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April 17, 2025 5:40 AM ET

3 Reasons to Like the Look of Amazon Ahead of Earnings

Sam Quirke

Amazon shares are continuing to stablize into earnings, with analyst support and improving technicals pointing to a bullish setup.

NASDAQ:AMZN
Read 3 Reasons to Like the Look of Amazon Ahead of Earnings
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April 16, 2025 8:23 AM ET

Qualcomm Stock Just Earned a Fresh Buy Rating—Get Excited

Sam Quirke

Qualcomm just earned its first Buy rating in months, with TD Cowen targeting 15% upside ahead of earnings in two weeks.

NASDAQ:QCOM
Read Qualcomm Stock Just Earned a Fresh Buy Rating—Get Excited
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April 16, 2025 7:11 AM ET

Tesla Stock Eyes Breakout With Earnings on Deck

Sam Quirke

Tesla is down nearly 50% from its highs, but analysts still see 40% upside ahead of earnings. A double bottom and rising RSI signal a possible reversal.

NASDAQ:TSLA
Read Tesla Stock Eyes Breakout With Earnings on Deck
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April 9, 2025 6:15 AM ET

Amazon Stock Bounces From Lows as Smart Money Steps In

Sam Quirke

Amazon is bouncing off fresh lows with a 60% upside call from Westpark helping to spark what could be a pre-earnings rally.

NASDAQ:AMZN
Read Amazon Stock Bounces From Lows as Smart Money Steps In
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April 8, 2025 9:02 AM ET

Qualcomm Breaks Down But RSI Signals It’s Severely Oversold

Sam Quirke

Qualcomm's RSI has dropped to its lowest level in years. The last time it fell this much, the stock rallied more than 50%.

NASDAQ:QCOM
Read Qualcomm Breaks Down But RSI Signals It’s Severely Oversold