Cannabis Legalization: Did President Trump Drop a Hint?
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Financials
Investors’ Obsession with Yield Curve Inversion
You’ve likely heard about it in the financial press recently: this ominous, notorious thing called the “yield curve inversion.”
HEXO: What Does Jim Cramer Think?
HEXO reported its third-quarter earnings on June 12. The company reported revenues of $13.0 million, which fell short of analysts’ estimate.
Kudlow Doesn’t See a Recession, Trump Might Fear One
White House economic advisor Larry Kudlow doesn’t see a looming recession. However, recession fears grew as the yield curve inverted last week.
JPMorgan and BofA: Don’t Buy the Market Dip Just Yet
JPMorgan Chase suggests waiting until September before returning to stocks. The markets will likely make new all-time highs in the first half of 2020.
Berkshire Hathaway 13F: Warren Buffett Played It Safe
There weren’t any real surprises in Berkshire Hathaway’s 13F for the second quarter. In some ways, the 13F replicated the first quarter.
Ackman Makes Berkshire Bet: What It Means for Investors
According to the regulatory filing from Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital, the fund has taken a new stake in Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B).
Investing in ETFs? Expect Muddier Waters in August
Mixed results from data releases and corporate earnings have resulted in cautious optimism if you’re investing in ETFs, but the waters have muddied.
Morgan Stanley Sees Ford’s Dip as a ‘Buying Opportunity’
Yesterday, Morgan Stanley upgraded Ford Motor Company stock from “equal weight” to “overweight” and increased its target price.
Activision Blizzard (ATVI) Future Value Uncertain
Shares of leading gaming company Activision Blizzard (ATVI) have been unsteady. The company’s stock is currently trading at early 2017 levels.
Morgan Stanley Is Skeptical about the S&P 500’s Upside
Morgan Stanley doesn’t believe the S&P 500’s current breakout above 3,000 will last. It also doesn’t expect Fed rate cuts to rekindle growth.
Why Ray Dalio’s Bridgewater Is Underperforming in 2019
Pure Alpha, the flagship fund of Ray Dalio’s Bridgewater Associates, fell 4.9% in the first half, the Financial Times reported.
Bank of America Posts Mixed Q2 Results Amid Rate Cut Concerns
On Wednesday, Bank of America (BAC) reported mixed second-quarter results. The bank’s profitability beat analysts’ expectation.
Dalio and Buffett: What to Do When Stocks Get Battered
As we face a market downturn, market veteran Ray Dalio has valuable advice.
A Look at Zoom’s Most Prominent Customers
Zoom Video Communications (ZM) serves customers of all sizes, from sole businesses to Fortune 50 organizations.
Bill Ackman Thanks Warren Buffett for His Fund’s Comeback in 2019
Bill Ackman has made a huge comeback in 2019.
Bank of America’s Asset Quality, Efficiency, and Earnings
Bank of America’s (BAC) credit quality across its consumer and commercial portfolios remained stable at the end of the first quarter.
When Can Disney Resume Its Share Buyback Program?
Disney has suspended its share repurchase program temporarily due to its heavy debt load.
Analysts Lower Target Price on FedEx after Its 2019 Outlook Cut
Most analysts reduced their target prices on FedEx after the delivery giant trimmed its fiscal 2019 earnings outlook.
Which Senior Gold Miners Are Analysts Loving Lately and Why?
In this series, we’ll consider recommendations, target prices, estimates, and potential upsides and downsides for senior gold miners.
Could NIO Be on Warren Buffett’s Radar after Recent Stock Fall?
Chinese electric carmaker NIO (NIO) continued to burn cash in the fourth quarter.
Warren Buffett Isn’t Exiting Kraft Heinz
Buffett said that considering Berkshire Hathaway’s massive stake in Kraft Heinz, it wouldn’t be easy for him to exit the company.
Could Warren Buffett’s Views on Bitcoin Change?
Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-B) chair Warren Buffett has never been a fan of cryptocurrencies like bitcoin.
Southwest Stock Rose on Speculation about Warren Buffett Takeover
Southwest Airlines (LUV) rose over 4% yesterday on social media speculation that Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway is considering a takeover bid.
Buffett versus Dalio on Gold: Whose Advice Should You Take?
When it comes to investing in stocks, Berkshire Hathway’s (BRK.A) chair, Warren Buffett, and Bridgewater’s founder, Ray Dalio, have similar advice.
Bank of America Stock: Analyzing the Uptrend
Bank of America (BAC) has impressed investors with its financial performance. We expect Bank of America to sustain the momentum in 2019.
A Closer Look at Square’s Marketing Spending
In the third quarter of 2018, Square spent 15.4% of its revenue on product development and 13.2% on sales and marketing activities.
Stanley Black & Decker: Analysts’ Recommendations
Currently, 21 analysts are actively tracking Stanley Black & Decker. Among the analysts, 67% recommend a “buy,” while 33% recommend a “hold.”
Why Disney Is Spending $25 Million per Year on Staff Education
The Walt Disney Company is among those large American companies that have launched back-to-school programs for their employees.
What Triggered the Broader Market Sell-Off in December?
The broader market sell-off started on December 1 when Huawei Technologies’ CFO Meng Wanzhou was arrested by Canadian authorities.
LyondellBasell: Analysts’ Views and Recommendations
For LyondellBasell, 30% of the analysts recommended a “buy,” 65% recommended a “hold,” and 5% recommended a “sell.”
Can IBM’s Blockchain Retain Its Market Share?
According to a report by the IDC, total spending on the blockchain platform is expected to climb by 122% to $2.1 billion.
Sherwin-Williams: Analysts’ Recommendations
For Sherwin-Williams, 64% of the analysts recommended a “buy,” 36% recommended a “hold,” and none of the analysts recommended a “sell.”
How Is Microsoft Returning Value to Shareholders?
Tech giant Microsoft (MSFT) has been rewarding its shareholders with dividend payments.
Wells Fargo to Cut Over 600 Jobs amid Mortgage Business Slowdown
On August 23, Wells Fargo (WFC) announced that it planned to terminate the jobs of 638 employees in its home mortgage division.
A Look at the Top Five US Banks’ Valuations
On a TTM basis, JPMorgan Chase trades at a price-to-book ratio of 1.7x, while the industry average stands at 1.6x.
Analyzing Caterpillar’s Resource Industries Segment
Caterpillar’s Resource Industries segment is the company’s lowest revenue contributor. The segment had a revenue share of 18% in the second quarter.
Brokerages in 2018: What to Expect
The final week of the second quarter might help brokerages, primarily because of higher client participation.
IBM Takes Slow and Steady Approach for Watson AI
The growing adoption of IBM’s (IBM) Watson AI platform is contributing significantly to the company’s overall business.
How Will Berkshire Deploy Its Cash Pile of over $100 Billion?
Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) was sitting on liquidity of $118 billion at the end of the first quarter.
What Are TD Ameritrade’s Valuations?
TD Ameritrade’s (AMTD) PE ratio stood at 16.68x on a next 12-month basis, which implies discounted valuations.
Berkshire’s Insurance Segment Benefits From Fewer Claims
In 1Q18, Berkshire Hathaway’s (BRK.B) insurance revenue fell YoY (year-over-year) to $14.6 billion from $22.9 billion.
What’s JPMorgan Chase’s Valuation?
JPMorgan Chase (JPM) stock has generated a return of 21.0% in the last six months and 31.3% over the past year.
A Look at T. Rowe Price’s Assets under Management
Asset classes In its investor presentation on February 21, 2018, T. Rowe Price (TROW) stated that its core business is helped by the allocation of its AUM (assets under management) in different asset classes and its strong client base. However, the company also believes that targeting new opportunities is crucial for its core business. Of its total AUM, […]
A Look at Evercore’s Business Model
Evercore generated 25% of its fees from its technology, media, and telecom sector, 20% from its energy sector, and 17% from its financials sector in 4Q17.
Why Prospect’s Investment Income Fell
In fiscal 2Q18, Prospect Capital’s (PSEC) total investment income was $162.4 million compared to $183.4 million a year earlier.
Inside Visa’s Operating Expenses
Visa (V) saw a rise of 13% in total operating expenses on a YoY (year-over-year) basis in fiscal 1Q18. It incurred $1.5 billion in expenses in fiscal 1Q18 compared to $1.4 billion a year earlier.
Raymond James Financial Compared to Its Peers
Raymond James Financial (RJF) generated a return of 4.8% in the last three months and 17.6% in the last year.
How Analysts View E*TRADE Financial in February 2018
E*TRADE Financial Corporation (ETFC) is covered by 16 analysts in February 2018. Of these analysts, nine suggested a “strong buy” and three gave “hold” ratings on ETFC.
How Analysts Are Rating Chubb
Chubb (CB) is tracked by 18 analysts in February 2018. One analyst has recommended a “sell” for the stock, and one has recommended a “hold.”