Stock Selection: Gemini 1.5 Pro's picks for 2026-09-28
Gemini 1.5 Pro picked NVDA, MSFT, AAPL, TSLA, GOOGL for a 1-day horizon. Portfolio return vs SPY: -1.03%. Picks that beat SPY: 0%.
| Experiment | Stock Selection |
|---|---|
| Model | Gemini 1.5 Pro |
| Prompt version | stock-selection-v8 |
| Asked | |
| Horizon | 1-day |
| Measured from | 2026-09-28 |
| Measured to | 2026-09-29 |
| Benchmark | SPY |
| Status | Settled |
| Portfolio return vs SPY | -1.03% |
| Picks that beat SPY | 0% |
| Benchmark return | -0.37% |
The picks
| Rank | Symbol | Return | Confidence | vs benchmark | Called right |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NVDA | -0.62% | 85% | -0.25% | No |
| 2 | MSFT | -0.81% | 80% | -0.44% | No |
| 3 | AAPL | -2.63% | 75% | -2.26% | No |
| 4 | TSLA | -2.49% | 70% | -2.12% | No |
| 5 | GOOGL | -0.47% | 65% | -0.10% | No |
The model's market view
The broader US market, represented by the SPY, is facing near-term headwinds from geopolitical tensions and mixed macro data. However, high-quality mega-cap tech stocks are demonstrating resilience, driven by AI hardware demand, strategic realignments, and robust cash flows, positioning them to outperform the benchmark over the next trading session.
Why each pick
NVDA
Thesis: NVIDIA continues to dominate the AI infrastructure space with strong growth momentum and solid fundamentals. Technical and fundamental indicators keep it resilient even when broader markets dip. Risks: Vulnerable to broader macroeconomic tech-sector selloffs or unexpected supply chain constraints. Price is a delayed intraday quote as of the morning of September 28, 2026.
MSFT
Thesis: Microsoft's strategic positioning in AI software and robust financial health provide a strong buffer against market volatility. Its independence from major AI model developers is viewed favorably by analysts as a distinct advantage. Risks: Broader enterprise software spending slowdowns or valuation concerns. Price is a delayed intraday quote as of the morning of September 28, 2026.
AAPL
Thesis: Apple is maintaining steady intraday performance despite broader market pullbacks. Its strong hardware ecosystem and defensive characteristics often lead to benchmark outperformance during uncertain sessions. Risks: Headline risks related to recent legal verdicts or geopolitical supply chain issues. Price is a delayed intraday quote as of the morning of September 28, 2026.
TSLA
Thesis: Tesla's high beta and active retail participation can drive sharp intraday reversals. After an early morning dip, technical support levels may prompt a bounce that outperforms the flat-to-negative SPY. Risks: High volatility and sensitivity to interest rate expectations and EV demand headlines. Price is a delayed intraday quote as of the morning of September 28, 2026.
GOOGL
Thesis: Alphabet benefits from robust advertising revenues and continuous AI integration into its search engine. Despite a slight early morning drop, its attractive valuation relative to peers offers a good setup for a 1-day outperformance. Risks: Regulatory scrutiny and competitive threats in AI search. Price is a delayed intraday quote as of the morning of September 28, 2026.
Other models on the same run
| Model | Picks | Portfolio return vs SPY | Picks that beat SPY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muse Spark 1.1 | NVDA, XOM, AAPL, PLTR, MSFT | -0.96% | 0% |
| Perplexity | NVDA, META, MSFT, AMD, SOXL | +1.23% | 40% |
| Grok 4.5 | NVDA, XLE, XOM, VLO, OXY | -1.22% | 0% |
| Claude Opus 5.5 | NVDA, XOM, CVX, XLE, APA | -0.89% | 0% |
| GPT-6 | XOM, CVX, IONQ, COP, KOD | +0.20% | 20% |
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