Digging Into May Retail Sales: Were They Actually Bad?
May retail sales were down 0.2% from April, but up 5% from May 2011. We think investors should remain focused on the big picture.
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Pandora Continues to Win Ears
Pandora announced that hours listened on its network advanced nearly 90% in the month of April compared to last year. We provide our views on the firm’s competitive landscape.
Nelson: The 16 Most Important Steps To Understand The Stock Market
A previous version of this article appeared on our website July 21, 2013. Refreshed and updated throughout, as of July 2018. By Brian Nelson, CFA After earning my MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and training stock and credit analysts from large organizations over the past decade or so, I have heard just about every question (though I admit I am still surprised by many things and remain a very humble student of the markets). I’ve also spent years perfecting the discounted cash flow process for large research organizations such as Morningstar and studied under one of the most famed aggressive growth investors of all time, Richard Driehaus. My knowledge runs the gamut from value through … Read more
Update: Frequently Asked Questions About Valuentum Securities, Inc.
What is Valuentum Securities? Valuentum (val∙u∙n∙tum) [val-yoo-en-tuh-m] Securities Inc. is an independent investment research publisher, offering premium equity reports and dividend reports, as well as commentary across all sectors/companies, a Best Ideas Newsletter (spanning market caps, asset classes), a Dividend Growth Newsletter, modeling tools/products, and more. Independence and integrity remain our core, and we strive to be a champion of the investor. Valuentum is based in the Chicagoland area. Valuentum is not a money manager, broker, or financial advisor. Valuentum is a publisher of financial information. How do I subscribe to Valuentum’s investment research services? 1) Click the following link: signup-page. 2) Select your membership plan. 3) Enter your contact details. 4) Click ‘Sign Up.’ 5) Complete your purchase. 6) Your payment profile may be recurring, so please check … Read more
The Impact of the US Housing Recovery Cannot Be Underestimated
Valuentum reveals the far-reaching implications of a strengthening US housing market.
ICYMI — Video: Will Hasty Policy Facilitate the Next Leg Down, or Do We Have It Coming Anyway?
President of Investment Research and award-winning author of Value Trap: Theory of Universal Valuation Brian Nelson explains how US policymakers are stuck between a rock and a hard place, and how the market may be factoring in too high of a probability of a return to normalcy before 2021. This and more in the latest video report. Summary Make sure you review Value Trap on Amazon. Do so here. We think those that bought equities near the bottom of this swoon may be looking to take profits at present levels. The market is currently reflecting an 80%-85% probability of a return to normalcy before 2021, which we believe is too high at this time. Our main concern is that government … Read more
Tesla: Can a Savvy Start-up Become the Next Great American Auto Company?
Key Takeaways: · The Model S is a breathtaking car, and its positive reception well-deserved. Motor Trend’s 2013 “Car of the Year” doesn’t begin to explain how great this car truly is. We went to a dealership to check it out for ourselves. · Tesla’s (TSLA) brand has low penetration. Considering the automaker will ship around 20,000-21,000 units this year (less than 0.1% of the US auto market), we think the company is still relatively unknown outside the finance and environmental circles. · Battery Cost Issues? We think the bear argument that battery costs might not fall fast enough is valid. However, we tend to bet on innovation in the long run. In our view, Tesla will sort out the issue. · The long-term … Read more
Our Thoughts on the Widespread Launch of 5G Services
Image Shown: The evolution of wireless networks and telecommunications technology over the years. Image Source: Intel Corporation – November 2019 State of 5G Presentation By Callum Turcan The rollout of 5G telecommunication networks is upon us and we want to draw our members’ attention to some of the key companies with meaningful exposure to this space. Many are excited about what opportunities 5G technology could enable. Background On July 23, AT&T Inc (T) announced its 5G network in the US was operational nationwide and that effective August 7, both consumers and businesses with certain packages would have 5G access “at no additional cost” which included customers with AT&T Unlimited Starter, Extra, Elite, AT&T Business Unlimited Web-Only and Starter wireless plans. … Read more
The Electric Vehicle (EV) Market Is Hot and Getting Hotter
Image Shown: A look at Tesla Inc’s new Gigafactory factory (Model Y body shop) in Shanghai, China. Image Source: Tesla Inc – Third Quarter of 2020 IR Earnings Presentation By Callum Turcan The electric vehicle (‘EV’) market is hot and getting hotter. Aided by a combination of supportive government policies such as subsides for EVs (purchase tax credits, manufacturing tax credits), plans to ban the sale of automobiles powered by internal combustion engines (‘ICE’) in the coming years, and shifting consumer preferences (households preferring to appear “green”), the long-term outlook for EV sales is quite bright. Tesla Inc (TSLA) is the posterchild of the EV boom given its first-mover advantage, though competitive headwinds are rising. Legacy auto manufacturers are looking … Read more