Renaissance Invested in Gold and Silver Mining Stocks in 1Q15
The investment in silver mining stocks appears to be based on the view that the stocks could outperform the market. This is due to a rise in consumer demand for silver.
Fund Managers
The latest on hedge funds, exchange traded funds (ETFs), mutual funds and top fund managers like Cathie Wood's Ark Invest.
Is Jeffrey Gundlach Long on the CBOE Volatility Index?
In the previous part of this series, we saw that Jeffrey Gundlach bought the put option of the S&P 500 index (SPY) and he expects that the index could fall 3% by the end of 2017.
JAT Capital Eliminates Exposure to SanDisk Corporation
JAT Capital sold its position in SanDisk Corporation (SNDK) in 4Q14. The position had represented 1.2% of the fund’s third-quarter portfolio.
Why Billionaire Jeffrey Gundlach Is Buying S&P 500 Puts
In an interview with CNBC’s Halftime Report on Tuesday, August 8, billionaire investor Jeffrey Gundlach shared his views.
Which Positions Did Einhorn Increase and Reduce in Q1?
David Einhorn’s Greenlight Capital’s (GLRE) largest stake increase in percentage terms was in Consol Energy (CEIX), in which GLRE increased its stake by 142.9% in the first quarter.
What Does Jack Bogle Predict for US Real GDP?
In 4Q16, US (SPY) (QQQ) (IVV) (VFINX) real GDP grew at an annual rate of 1.9% compared to a 3.5% rise in 3Q16.
AMFQX: More Than 60% Exposure to Derivative Securities
AMFQX is an alternative mutual fund that seeks to generate positive absolute returns with a low correlation to the returns of broad stock and bond markets.
Citadel Advisors Starts a New Position in Altera Corporation
During 4Q14, Citadel Advisors started a new position in Altera Corporation (ALTR).
Inside the Fidelity Growth Company Fund Portfolio
FDGRX’s core sectors are information technology, consumer discretionary, and healthcare. The first two sectors make up a little over 60% of the portfolio.
What’s Making Carl Icahn Bearish on Freeport-McMoRan?
According to recent regulatory filings, activist investor Carl Icahn cut his holdings in Freeport-McMoRan (FCX).
Paul Singer Increased His Holdings in NXP Semiconductor in 3Q17
Paul Singer, the CEO of Elliott Management, increased his holdings in NXP Semiconductor (NXPI) in 3Q17, according to a recent 13F filing report.
Oil Majors Keep New Projects Worth $200 billion on Ice
Wood Mackenzie research shows that the oil majors have deferred more than 45 significant oil and gas projects since the beginning of the crude oil price collapse last year.
How Valeant Position Affected Pershing Square Capital Management
Valeant Pharmaceuticals is currently trading at $23.05. Its 52-week high is $23.47 and 52-week low is $8.31.
Will the Fed Have to Use More Unconventional Measures?
Global monetary policy is unconventional. From an era of lowering interest rates to boost economic growth, central bankers are taking rates into negative territory.
TPG-Axon Capital Management Increases Four Positions in 4Q14
In 4Q14, TPG-Axon Capital Management increased holdings in Huntsman (HUN), Allison Transmission Holdings (ALSN), KAR Auction Services (KAR), and Zynga (ZNGA).
Why Druckenmiller Is Optimistic about Chinese Consumer Stocks
Druckenmiller’s firm bought 710,200 shares of Alibaba (BABA) in 2Q17. The holding accounted for nearly 5.4% of the firm’s portfolio in 2Q17.
What Investors Should Know about the Alternative Mutual Fund GABCX
GABCX is an alternative mutual fund that seeks to achieve total returns that are attractive to investors in various market conditions without excessive risk of capital loss.
Dimensional Fund Advisors’ Major Holdings in Q3
Dimensional Fund Advisors’ top buys are Apple (AAPL), AT&T (T), Microsoft (MSFT), L3Harris Technologies (LHX), and Verizon Communications (VZ).
Bill Gross’s Views on Growth and Inflation
Gross believes that money has stopped generating growth and inflation. Equity prices are artificially elevated, and negative yields are guaranteeing capital losses.
Larry Fink Says Lower Rates Hampered Savings around the World
Various central banks in developed nations (EFA) have lowered their key interest rates close to the zero level to revive their economies.
B/E Aerospace spun off KLX business on activist push
On December 17, 2014, B/E Aerospace completed its spin-off of KLX, Inc., from B/E Aerospace, and KLX started trading on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol KLXI.
An Update on Fairholme’s Positions in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
Berkowitz believes that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac entities are highly valuable and expects them to generate earnings of at least~$21 billion a year.
The ‘Icahn Lift’: What Companies Have Gained from It?
Market commentators have noticed that when Icahn starts buying into a company, its stock prices rise. This trend has been called the “Icahn Lift.”
Will George Soros’s Position in IWM Provide a Strong Return?
According to the recent 13F filings, Soros Fund Management has increased its position in the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) by 36% in 1Q17 compared to the previous quarter.
Inside Einhorn’s Greenlight Capital’s Top Holdings
Billionaire hedge fund manager David Einhorn is well known for his investment strategy, having advised long and short bets during different market scenarios.
Smithwood Advisers and Hancock Sell Stakes in Energy in 1Q15
Smithwood Advisers was among the hedge funds that sold their stakes in SandRidge Energy in 1Q15. Hancock Holding was one of the firms that sold stakes in Vaalco Energy.
Ray Dalio: The Next Downturn May Be a Difficult One to Reverse
“The next downturn may be a difficult one for central banks to reverse,” warned Ray Dalio, CEO of the world’s largest hedge fund.
Must Know: What Value Can Elliott Management Add to Alcoa?
Elliott Management noted that it plans to engage in a “constructive dialogue” with Alcoa’s (AA) board regarding Alcoa’s split transaction and “additional available opportunities to maximize shareholder value.”
Highlights of Iridian Asset Management’s holdings: 13G filing
In its recent 13G filing, Iridian Asset Management disclosed the sale of two of its major holdings and amendments to 14 of its prevailing positions.
George Soros Buys Slack, Increases SPY Short Exposure
The 13F filing showed that George Soros bought almost 500,000 Slack (WORK) shares at an average price of $37.5 per share during the second quarter.
An Analysis of the Guggenheim China Technology ETF (CQQQ)
The Guggenheim China Technology ETF (CQQQ) is a passive fund that looks to replicate the AlphaShares China Technology Index.
Stanley Druckenmiller Exited Position in EEM
Stanley Druckenmiller also sold his position in the iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (EEM).
How Could Investing in EBSAX Affect Your Portfolio’s Performance?
EBSAX seeks to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns across a broad range of market conditions.
Dalio: What Policies Are Required of Central Bankers?
Ray Dalio: Here’s what’s required of central bankers Given the inadequacy of monetary policy measures to stimulate the economy, we may see “more direct placements of purchasing power in the hands of spenders,” believes Ray Dalio. He has outlined what central bankers should do. “Continue to make debt assets extremely unattractive for savers” For some […]
How Did the Fidelity China Region Fund Class C Perform in August?
The Fidelity China Region Fund Class C (FHKCX) aims to achieve long-term capital growth.
Jim Chanos on Valeant Pharmaceuticals: Is More Pain Ahead?
Valeant is currently trading at $23.86. On a year-to-date basis, the stock returned -77%.
Baupost Group Slightly Reduced Its Stake in Syneron Medical
The Baupost Group lowered its position in Syneron Medical (ELOS) during 4Q14. The position accounted for a minor 0.4% of the total portfolio in 4Q14.
Magnetar Capital’s new position in Alibaba Group
Magnetar started a new position in BABA in 3Q14. The position accounts for 4.05% of the fund’s total portfolio in the third quarter. BABA is the largest e-commerce player in China.
What Were the Top Holdings of Citadel Advisors in Q3?
In Q3 2019, Citadel Advisors’ portfolio of publicly traded securities was worth $212.04 billion. In Q2 2019, its portfolio was worth $155.1 billion.
SSE Composite Index Falls despite China’s New IPO System
The SSE Composite Index fell by 1.8% from December 2 to December 9 and closed at 3,472.44 on December 9, 2015.
Eminence Capital raises its position in Xoom
Increased mobile adoption of Xoom’s mobile products led Latin America revenue, which rose 48% YoY. Gross sending volume increased 29% YoY.
Blue Apron Could Raise New Funding at a Valuation of $2 Billion
The key to unlocking success is for Blue Apron to convince consumers that the food items the company delivers are just as fresh as items bought in person from a supermarket.
The Biggest Detractors for Einhorn’s Greenlight in 2018
Overall, in 2018, the most significant contributors to Greenlight Capital’s gains included Micron Technology (MU) and Twitter (TWTR).
Baupost discloses stake in Paratek Pharmaceuticals
Seth Klarman’s The Baupost Group added a 12.04% stake in Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (PRTK), according to a 13G filing in December.
How Low Interest Rates Have Hurt Venezuela, Puerto Rico, and Brazil
Low global interest rates have been catastrophic for Brazil. Growth is stagnant while inflation continues to soar.
Ray Dalio Increased His Bets on Gold during Q1
Ray Dalio increased Bridgewater Associates’ stake in the SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) and the iShares Gold Trust ETF (IAU).
AQR Capital initiated position in Bally Technologies Inc.
AQR Capital initiated a position in Bally Technologies during the third quarter of 2014 that accounts for 0.22% of the fund’s 3Q14 portfolio.
Key Takeaways from ValueAct Capital’s 4Q14 Holdings
ValueAct opts for long-term positions in companies that it believes are undervalued. With its significant stake, the fund works with the company to improve shareholder returns.
Credit Default Swaps as Insurance against Junk Bond Market Crash
Carl Icahn mentions the use of credit default swaps as a form of protection against credit events. He implies that investors should possess sophisticated knowledge of the fixed income markets to enter that playing field.
Jeffrey Gundlach Advises Investors to Invest in Mortgages
During a gradual rate hike scenario, Gundlach believes investment in mortgages is the best strategy.