Rajiv Nanjapla
Rajiv Nanjapla started working at Market Realist in 2015, covering the restaurant, home improvement, tobacco, and cannabis sectors. He has over seven years of experience in analyzing financial statements and writing financial research reports.
He also holds a post-graduate diploma in finance and operations. Prior to joining Market Realist, Rajiv worked with two other companies in various capacities.
Disclosure: I am in full compliance with all ethics and other policies for Market Realist research analysts. I am not invested in securities that I cover on Market Realist.
More From Rajiv Nanjapla
Has Chipotle’s Stock Price Bottomed Out?
After posting better 1Q17 earnings on April 25, Chipotle’s stock price rose to $496.14 by May 16, 2017. Since then, it has experienced downward momentum.
Will Starbucks’s Fiscal 3Q17 Earnings Boost Its Stock Price?
Starbucks (SBUX) is scheduled to announce its fiscal 3Q17 earnings after the market closes on July 27, 2017. Starbucks’ fiscal 3Q17 extends from April 3, 2017.
Cannabis Stocks Up, Broader Equity Market Falls
Today, cannabis stocks are trading in the green despite the weakness in the broader market. The ETFMG Alternative Harvest ETF was up 2.5% as of 2:00 PM ET.
Medical Cannabis: NH Lawmakers Revoke Governor’s Veto
New Hampshire legalized medical cannabis, but using cannabis for recreational purposes is still prohibited. The state legalized medical marijuana in 2013.
An Investor’s Guide to Chipotle and Its Customers
Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) operates more than 1,700 fast-casual restaurants. Here’s everything you need to know about the business.
Wedbush Initiated Coverage on Papa John’s with a ‘Buy’ Rating
On Wednesday, Nick Setyan of Wedbush initiated his coverage on Papa John’s with a “buy” rating. He also gave a target price of $95.
How Much Upside Is Left in Starbucks’s Stock Price?
Starbucks’s (SBUX) share price has been soaring since it announced its fiscal 4Q16 results on November 3, 2016. Let’s explore why.
Will Mexico Legalize Cannabis by the End of the Month?
With more countries now warming up to cannabis, let’s look at how Mexico is shaping up in terms of cannabis legalization.
Planet 13 Inks Deal with Mike Tyson’s Cannabis Venture
Today, Planet 13 Holdings (PNTH) (PLNHF) announced that it had inked a purchase agreement with Tyson Ranch, which is owned by boxer Mike Tyson.
How Do ACB’s and WEED’s Valuation Multiples Compare?
Both Aurora Cannabis (ACB) and Canopy Growth (CGC) (WEED) have lost stock value this year. Let’s see why, and compare their valuation multiples.
Comparing Domino’s and Papa John’s Dividend Policies
Importance of dividends Dividends help smooth out return volatility for shareholders. Both Domino’s Pizza (DPZ) and Papa John’s (PZZA) have a strong history of returning cash to shareholders. . 3Q16 dividends In 3Q16, Domino’s Pizza paid dividends of $0.38, which represents a growth of 22.6% from $0.31 in fiscal 3Q15. For the next four quarters, […]
What Drove Philip Morris’s Revenue in Q3 2018?
In the third quarter, Philip Morris International (PM) posted revenue of $7.50 billion, outperforming analysts’ expectation of $7.17 billion.
Is McDonald’s a ‘Buy’ Ahead of Its Q2 Earnings?
McDonald’s is set to report its second-quarter earnings before the market opens on July 28. Let’s look at analysts’ expectations for the quarter.
Amazon Receives Project Kuiper Approval, Stock Rises
The FCC approved Amazon’s Project Kuiper, which aims to launch 3,236 satellites to provide reliable broadband services.
What Are the Tax Consequences of Selling Stock?
Although stocks are excellent investment options, they are taxable. Our analysts explain tax consequences of selling stock and how to avoid issues.
Kandi Stock Rose 140 Percent Yesterday — Is There More Upside?
On Wednesday, Kandi Technologies stock rose over 140 percent. However, the rally is not over. See what our analysts predict.
Cannabis Stocks Have Underperformed in 2020: What's Next?
Cannabis stocks have underperformed broader equity markets. However, we can expect a strong performance from select cannabis stocks in this year’s second half.
Shake Shack Stock Falls after Disappointing Business Update
Today, Shake Shack (NYSE:SHAK) provided a business update. The company reported that its total revenue for the second quarter was $91.8 million.
Aurora Cannabis Appoints New Chief Commercial Officer
As the demand for Cannabis 2.0 products continues to rise, Aurora Cannabis announced the appointment of Miguel Martin as its new chief commercial officer.
Curaleaf Holdings Completes Curaleaf NJ’s Acquisition
Curaleaf Holdings (OTCMKTS:CURLF) continued its expansion by completing the acquisition of Curaleaf NJ, which owns a medical license in New Jersey.
Analyzing the Top 3 CBD Companies to Buy in July
Charlotte’s Web Holdings (NYSEARCA:CWEB) is one of the main players in the CBD business. The company plans to keep expanding in 2020.
Investors Should Consider Domino’s Pizza before Its Q2 Earnings
Domino’s Pizza (NYSE:DPZ) will likely report its second-quarter earnings on July 16. Should you buy the stock before its earnings?
Canopy Growth Lays Off More Employees, Latest Strategic Review Round
Canopy Growth laid off an unspecified number of employees on Thursday. So far, the company has laid off 800 employees this year.
Why Is Raymond James Bullish on Cronos Group?
Earlier this week, Rahul Sarugaser of Raymond James upgraded Cronos Group (NASDAQ:CRON) from “market perform” to “outperform.”
MedMen’s Medical Marijuana Dispensary License Revoked in Virginia
The Virginia Board of Pharmacy voted not to extend MedMen’s conditional license to operate a medical marijuana dispensary in Staunton, Virginia.
Walmart to Boost Pharmacy Business with CareZone’s Tech Acquisition
Today, CNBC reported that Walmart (NYSE:WMT) has acquired prescription management technology from CareZone to boost its pharmacy space.
Will Lowe’s Outperform Home Depot in 2020?
So far this year, Home Depot and Lowe’s have outperformed the broader equity markets. They have returned 16.7% and 9.4% YTD.
How Do Philip Morris and Altria Compare in 2020?
So far this year, Philip Morris International (NYSE:PM) and Altria Group (NYSE:MO) have underperformed the broader equity markets.
HEXO Received License Amendment, Stock Rose Monday
On Monday, HEXO announced that it received a license amendment from Health Canada for its manufacturing and processing facility in Belleville, Ontario.
Why Are Canadian Cannabis Companies Leaving Jamaica?
Canadian cannabis companies are frustrated by the Jamaican government’s inaction. They have decided to cut their losses and exit the Jamaican market.
Why OrganiGram Stock Rose More than 11% Yesterday
OrganiGram (NASDAQ:OGI) had good news for patients who use cannabis for medical purposes. The company expanded its medical cannabis offerings.
Domino’s Pizza Stock Rises following Positive Business Update
Domino’s Pizza announced that in the first two months of the second quarter, its US SSSG grew by 14.0%, while its international SSSG rose by 1.0%.
Curaleaf: Analysts’ Recommendations after Its Q1 Earnings
Earlier this week, Curaleaf (OTCMKTS:CURLF) reported its first-quarter earnings. The company missed analysts’ revenue expectations.
Lowe’s Stock Rises after Impressive Q1 Performance
Today, Lowe’s reported its first-quarter earnings, which ended on May 1. The company reported an adjusted EPS of $1.77 on revenues of $19.68 billion.
Will Home Depot Meet Analysts’ Expectations in Q1?
Amid the financial turmoil due to COVID-19, Home Depot (NYSE:HD) continues to stand tall. The company stayed open since it sells essential products.
What to Expect from Jack in the Box’s Q2 Earnings
For the second quarter, analysts expect Jack in the Box to report revenue of $211.1 million—a fall of 2.1% from the second quarter of 2019.
Why Analysts Are Bullish before Charlotte’s Web’s Q1 Earnings
Charlotte’s Web Holdings (OTCMKTS:CWBHF)(NYSEARCA:CWEB) will likely report its first-quarter earnings before the market opens on May 14.
Big Lots Stock Falls despite Telsey Advisory Group’s Upgrade
Telsey Advisory Group upgraded Big Lots from “market perform” to “outperform.” The firm also increased its 12-month target price from $20 to $31.
Constellation Brands Hikes Its Stake in Canopy Growth
Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ) expressed its confidence in Canopy Growth (NYSE:CGC)(TSE:WEED) by increasing its stake in the company.
Why Is There Optimism before Cresco Labs’ Q4 Earnings?
Analysts expect Cresco Labs to report revenue of $43.7 million in the fourth quarter—YoY growth of 157.9% from $17.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2018.
Why Did Canopy Growth Stock Rise on Monday?
Canopy Growth (NYSE:CGC)(TSE:WEED) stock rose to a high of 22.66 Canadian dollars before closing at 21.46 Canadian dollars on Monday.
Domino’s Pizza’s Q1 Results Might Drive Its Stock Price
The COVID-19 outbreak has created a meltdown in the global financial markets. However, Domino’s Pizza (NYSE:DPZ) has continued its impressive performance.
Should You Buy Home Depot after Its Recent Pullback?
As of April 9, Home Depot was trading at 20.1x analysts’ 2020 EPS estimate of $10.04 and at 18.3x analysts’ 2021 EPS estimate of $11.02.
Is Domino’s Pizza a Safe Bet amid the Lockdown?
President Trump extended the lockdown to April 30 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Will Domino’s Pizza (NYSE:DPZ) benefit from the extension?
Analysts Cut Target Prices after HEXO’s Q2 Earnings
Hexo (TSE:HEXO) reported its second-quarter earnings on March 30. For the quarter, the company missed analysts’ revenue expectations marginally.
3 Cannabis Stocks Investors Should Watch as Markets Rebound
As the markets start to rebound, three cannabis stocks could deliver strong returns. Cannabis sales have increased amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Canopy Growth Temporarily Closes Its Retail Outlets
On Tuesday, Canopy Growth (NYSE:CGC)(TSE:WEED) announced that it will temporarily close all of its company-owned Tokyo Smoke and Tweed retail stores.
How Will Curaleaf Benefit from Acquiring BlueKudu?
On Monday, Curaleaf (OTCMKTS:CURLF) announced that it will acquire BlueKudu—a company that produces premium cannabis chocolates and gummies.
Domino’s Pizza Stock Rose Due to Earnings Beat
Today, Domino’s Pizza reported its fourth-quarter earnings. The company reported revenues of $1.15 billion, which beat analysts’ estimates of $1.13 billion.
What to Expect from Canopy Growth’s Q3 Earnings?
Canopy Growth will report its earnings for the third quarter of fiscal 2020 before the market opens on Friday. Analysts expect the revenue to rise.
