The list of the most admired companies in the world was released recently by Fortune.To qualify for this list, a poll was conducted involving some 3,700 corporate executives, directors, and analysts. It’s Apple’s 15th straight year in the No. 1 spot, a fitting coronation for the world’s most valuable company.The top 3 retained their positions: $Apple(AAPL)$, $Amazon.com(AMZN)$& $Microsoft(MSFT)$as per last year. As we can see, we see strong representationfrom the mega cap tech. As per screenshot (below), we have included the top 22 of the list which also showed their previous year ranking.
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$Microsoft(MSFT)$is not a one trick pony but has multiple sources of revenue (which brings in good margin). This is definitely one stock to watch. Looking forward to buy its shares at a "reasonable" price - not yet for now.
Microsoft Stock ‘Still a Strong Buy.’ Earnings Growth Is One Reason.
Meta - should we still invest?
$Meta Platforms, Inc.(FB)$has suffered much losses recently after a weaker than expected guidance. Though the quarter's revenue fell short (estimated $29.57B versus actual of $29.01B), the EPS was better than expected (estimated $3.19 vs actual $3.22).Some notable concerns have been raised:Quarter's daily user is lesser than estimated, arriving at 1.929B versus estimate of 1.93BReality Lab (which is researching and creating the various A/R, V/R hardware) conctinued to suffer losses since 2019. This is an important pivot for Meta and currently, there are no signs that Meta is in the lead in any metaverse domain as yet.Europe's privacy issues (extract from their SEC submission):The tech giant took issue with European privacy
Meta - should we still invest?
Fortune’s 2021 most admired companies in the world
Fortune’s 2021 most admired companies in the world
supply chain may remain a challenge for $Ford(F)$. let us continue to monitor closely. Delays will bring downward pressures on the price of the stock.
Why Snap Snapped Back While Ford Stalled Out
EV remains a hot sector going forward as the world transits into sustainable energy. However, not every company will survive the race. let us not forget that various legacy auto makers are also privoting into EV. Choose the ones with strong financial fundamentals, earnings, net debt, FCF before we invest. Sadly, some of these companies may no longer exist 10 years down the road.
EV Stocks Rebounded in Morning Trading ,with Li,Xpeng and Faraday Future Rising Over 3%
it is good for us to monitor the developments. the coming earnings report will help confirm if the stocks can grow in accordance to these trajectory. However, this remains a possibility, not a guarantee. Let us qualify the company to ensure good financial stability, growth in profits, FCF before we invest.
3 Hypergrowth Stocks That Can Soar 216% to 257% in 2022, According to Wall Street
This is good news for a low cost 5G iPhone to reach out to a bigger segment of the market. Opimisim can drive up the stock. The other product launches will be important for the overall outlook of the company too. We look forward in anticipation for more $Apple(AAPL)$updates.
Apple Aims to Debut a New Low-Cost 5G iPhone and iPad in Early March
The interest needs to be confirmed. Usually, there is a due diligent process and thus, it may take a while for this to be completed. The other question is what this can do for $Amazon.com(AMZN)$and how it can add value for the company. With the solid growth seen in its AWS, the market is hopeful that this will continue to drive the earnings of the company.
Peloton Stock Shoots Nearly 30% Higher after Report of Amazon Acquisition Interest
price drops do not always mean that we are paying fair value for the stock. While $Meta Platforms, Inc.(FB)$has a strong base in social media, success in metaverse is not always guaranteed. Let us monitor closely and research before investing
For Meta, a Cheap Stock Isn’t Enough
What could have caused the 11% drop of Tesla on 27Jan2022?
What caused $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$stock to fall by over 11% after a record breaking quarterly earnings report? Before we dive into details, let us not forget Elon the visionary. From SpaceX, Starlink, the Boring Company and a future of autonomous, sustainable transport, he has seen the future that most of us cannot imagine. With this backdrop, let us look into the various reasons for the fall of the stock price:1. The delay of the $25,000 TeslaThis was deemed by the news to be the main reason for the fall. As per CNBC, Elon later explained that Tesla’s driverless tech should eventually be so advanced that it will drive sales of the company’s electric cars to the anticipated high volume of sales with or without
What could have caused the 11% drop of Tesla on 27Jan2022?
Review of Tesla Q4/2021 Earnings Review (26Jan2022)
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$had a great Q4/2021 and here are some of the key highlights from their earnings:With 2021 deliveries up by 87%, Tesla achieved the highest quarterly operating margin - a testament that EV can be more profitable than ICE vehicles. If there is only one metric that we look into for any business, it have to be free cash flow (FCF). For us to appreciate the magnitude of growth, I have thus chosen to focus on the YoY comparisons.Some of the following are extracted from their earnings report:CashOperating cash flow less capex (free cash flow) of $2.8B in Q4In total, $1.5B increase in our cash and cash equivalents in Q4 to $17.6BProfitability $2.6B GAAP operating income; 14.7% operating margin in Q4$2.3B GAAP net income
Review of Tesla Q4/2021 Earnings Review (26Jan2022)
with $Netflix(NFLX)$ moving into new territories such as games, it is left to be seen his the market is going to respond amidst the abundance of gaming options. but it is oversold and there could be some opportunities as their content continue to be popular.
Netflix Slumps Another 6%, Jefferies Says Content Alone Isn't Cutting It for TV Streamer
key earnings for this week starting 24 Jan 2022.personally, I am looking forward to the earnings of $Microsoft(MSFT)$on Tuesday, $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ on Wednesday, $Apple(AAPL)$& on Thursday.most are expecting Tesla to have a solid earnings following record deliveries in 2021. do research in the stocks before buying. all the best.
my investing muse - growth versus value stocks
for some of us, we look at value and growth stocks as 2 sides of the same coins, as 2 separate camps.in our minds, a high growth stock may not be a value stock and vice versa.let me put in context what criteria I use to qualify stocks as a "value" stock:1. good financial fundamentals (good trend of revenue, net income, net debt and free cash flow, seen only years and not just in quarters)2. durable competitive advantage - in branding, price positioning, cost leverage, technology, innovation3. good management with integrity4. margin of safety - market price being offered with discount. this includes calculating the intrinsic value or fair value of the business using FCF or DCF, etc5. Know the business - as investors, we need to understand the business products and services, the market reach
What does the Fear Index $VIX says about the coming market
The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) is a real-time index that represents the market’s expectations for the relative strength of near-term price changes of the S&P 500 index (SPX). This is also known as the "Fear Index" in relationship to S&P 500. Thus, $Cboe Volatility Index(VIX)$usually move in opposite direction against theS&P500 index $S&P 500(.SPX)$.When there is more fear (VIX) ie up trend, the S&P500 would usually move down trend and vice versa.There are typically 2 price actions involving VIX:1. VIX Spike - this is characterised by a suddent move up and pull back quickly. This usually imply short term panic. For some traders, this can be interpreted as a bu
What does the Fear Index $VIX says about the coming market
EV has outsold diesel for the first time. one step closer to a sustainable future.there are several players in the market but not all will remain after few more years. some have asked if it is too late for new players to enter the market. let us research before we invest. legacy auto have time, but maybe limited to stake their claims.$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$$BYD(01211)$
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$U.S. Bancorp(USB)$price fell after a disappointing earnings report as per 19 Jan 2022. Does this imply a signal to sell?Q4 EPS falls from Q3, on lower net interest income, lower loan fees (SBA Paycheck Protection Program), "seasonally" lower payments and capital markets revenue, and lower mortgage banking revenue as refinancing continued to decline. Q4 EPS of $1.07 dropped from $1.30 in Q3 2021 but it was an increase from $0.95 in Q4 2020; a marginal miss of market estimate at $1.10.Net income attributable to U.S. Bancorp was $1,673 million for the fourth quarter of 2021, which was $154 million higher than the $1,519 million for the fourth quarter of 2020, and $355 million lower than the $2,028 million for the third quarter of 2021. Dilu
We need to get this USB … soon
home depot is one stock tied to tell estate. monitoring home sales can be important. impressive growth recently
2 Stocks to Buy for When the Next Market Crash Comes
I want a better & sustainable world. this is why I invest into $BYD(01211)$& $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$.
$Microsoft(MSFT)$has made headlines with the purchase of Blizzard.Microsoft's deal to pay near $69 billion for Activision Blizzard would be one of the highest prices ever paid by a U.S. tech company in an acquisition.this will be an interesting space to watch and we shouldn't be surprised if there are links to the metaverse for its development.
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