It’s mid‑August and the markets are anything but sleepy. As earnings season winds down, traders are zeroing in on companies that are still making noise. In this third issue of the TradoxVPS blog we revisit trending tech stocks—this time focusing on telecom and network infrastructure names—discuss new insights into high‑frequency trading (HFT), and show how you can use TradoxVPS to capitalize on fast‑moving opportunities without losing your cool.
Telecom and Network Stocks to Watch
According to a MarketBeat update for August 11, 2025, the telecom space is buzzing. The news service flagged Broadcom, Palo Alto Networks and ServiceNow as the top stocks to research, citing their significant trading volumes and stable cash flows. Let’s break down why these names are attracting attention:
| Stock | Business & stats | Why it’s trending |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom (AVGO) | Designs and supplies semiconductor devices and infrastructure software. Market cap ≈ $1.44 trillion; shares recently traded around $306.57; trading volume over 6 million shares. | As AI chips and data‑center demand surge, Broadcom’s diversified chip portfolio and infrastructure software make it a proxy for the AI boom. Analysts note high dollar trading volumes and a P/E ratio near 114.8. |
| Palo Alto Networks (PANW) | Provides cybersecurity solutions, including firewall hardware and software, threat intelligence and cloud‑security services. Shares recently rose to $169.05 with a market cap of $112.72 billion, a P/E ratio around 96.6 and a 52‑week range of $144–$210. | Cybersecurity spending is resilient even in choppy markets; with ransomware attacks grabbing headlines, investors are betting on leaders like Palo Alto. |
| ServiceNow (NOW) | Runs a cloud‑based platform for workflow automation and digital transformation. Shares recently traded around $859.31; the company has a market cap of $178.74 billion and a P/E ratio near 108. | As businesses adopt AI and automation tools, ServiceNow’s “Now Platform” becomes an essential part of their tech stack. Recent stock weakness (down from a 52‑week high above $1,198) may present a buying opportunity. |
These stocks aren’t just about telecom; they sit at the intersection of semiconductors, cybersecurity and workflow automation—all themes that algorithmic traders love. They also have large trading volumes, which means tighter bid‑ask spreads and smoother execution for high‑frequency strategies.
Refresh on High‑Frequency Trading
Earlier issues introduced HFT. Let’s add a few more nuances. High‑frequency trading uses algorithms to scan multiple markets and place a large number of trades in fractions of a second. Proponents argue it increases market liquidity, narrows bid‑ask spreads and allows arbitrage of tiny price differences.
That sounds great—but there are caveats:
- Higher risk profile: Because positions are held for only seconds, HFT strategies have an exceptionally high risk‑reward ratio, meaning small errors can lead to outsized losses.
- Ghost liquidity: Liquidity supplied by HFT firms may disappear before slower traders can transact.
- Unfair advantage: Large institutions with sophisticated infrastructure can outpace smaller traders.
- Market volatility: HFT has been linked to flash crashes and increased volatility, prompting regulators to scrutinize certain practices.
Despite these drawbacks, retail traders can still benefit by using a low‑latency VPS that reduces execution lag. You may not compete directly with the fastest hedge funds, but shaving milliseconds off your order time can improve fills and reduce slippage.
Using TradoxVPS to Trade Telecom & Tech Trends
Here’s how to incorporate these trending stocks into your trading plan using TradoxVPS:
- Research and strategy design – Dive into fundamentals. Broadcom’s semiconductors power AI; Palo Alto’s cybersecurity revenue is recurring; ServiceNow drives digital workflows. Decide whether you’re seeking momentum trades, mean‑reversion setups or earnings plays.
- Choose your TradoxVPS plan – For simple manual trades or testing basic bots, the free plan suffices. For more complex algorithms, upgrade to a Power or Professional plan with more CPU cores and RAM.
- Deploy algorithms – Develop or acquire a trading bot that monitors AVGO, PANW and NOW for breakout patterns, volatility spikes or arbitrage between exchanges. Install it on your VPS so it can operate 24/7 with sub‑millisecond latency.
- Mitigate risk – Incorporate stop‑loss orders and limit position sizes; HFT magnifies both gains and losses. Set alerts for unusual price moves or volume surges.
- Monitor and iterate – Use TradoxVPS’s reliable uptime (99.999%) to keep your bots running through earnings calls, Fed announcements and lunchtime rumors. Adjust parameters as market conditions change.
Keeping Perspective (and Humor)
Watching AVGO tick down from $310 to $306 might feel like watching paint dry—until your algorithm squeezes a few basis points of profit out of the move. Remember: high‑frequency trading isn’t a magic money machine; it’s about combining a well‑researched edge with lightning‑fast infrastructure and disciplined risk management. And yes, it’s okay to laugh when your bot executes a trade before you’ve finished your coffee.
Ready to put these insights into action? TradoxVPS provides the high‑speed environment, and the stocks above provide the narrative. You provide the strategy.
