Articles for author: Ron Finklestien

January 4, 2024

Ron Finklestien

The Top Dividend Stocks for Today: OUTFRONT Media Inc. and International Paper Company

The market is a treacherous place, akin to a rollercoaster sweeping you up and down in wild undulations, testing your resolve and stomach at every turn. Yet, amidst the turmoil, there are stalwart companies whose stocks offer the promise of substantial income for investors, providing a welcome cushion against the volatility of the market. Today, on the 4th of January, two such companies beckon with their siren call: OUTFRONT Media Inc. and International Paper Company. OUTFRONT Media Inc.: A Beacon of Strength in the Market OUTFRONT Media Inc., a leading provider of OOH advertising space in key markets, epitomizes stability

January 4, 2024

Ron Finklestien

KWEB: Beijing Is Becoming Incrementally More Friendly To Its Private Industries

Note: I previously covered KWEB back in Fall 2021 at the heat of China’s tech crackdown. We cut our loss in 2022 in the mid 40s/share region. 2 years later from that post, I again believe KWEB represents a tradable opportunity as China’s selling pressure begins to get exhausted and multiple companies inside the index begin to enter a recovery phase. Buying the dip requires tremendous persistence. China still makes a great trade at the right swing lows. Discussed more below. China’s regulatory environment can sometimes be largely unpredictable, but one thing is for sure – Leaders want to get

January 4, 2024

Ron Finklestien

Mark Zuckerberg sold $428M worth of Meta stock at the end of 2023

Mark Zuckerberg’s Stock Sale Shakes Investors Drew Angerer 2023 proved to be a remarkable year for Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), emerging as the top-performing stock after AI powerhouse Nvidia. The company’s shares experienced a staggering 178% surge during the “year of efficiency,” as CEO Mark Zuckerberg steered the business towards digital advertising and social media dominance while veering away from ambitious ventures like the Metaverse. This resurgence in growth, accompanied by the stock nearing all-time highs, coincided with Zuckerberg’s surprising decision to offload nearly $500 million worth of Meta (META) shares, meticulously selling stocks on a daily basis from November 1

January 4, 2024

Ron Finklestien

CRISPR Therapeutics: A Glimpse into Future Therapies CRISPR Therapeutics: A Glimpse into Future Therapies

Investing in the Future The field of gene therapies and gene editing technology holds immense promise for the future. CRISPR Therapeutics (NASDAQ:CRSP) has been at the vanguard, striving to revolutionize medicine through the potential cure of diseases and illnesses such as diabetes, hemophilia, cancer, and sickle cell disease. While the market is yet to witness mass adoptions of gene therapies or widespread use of gene editing technology, the projected $80 billion market size by 2029 makes it an intriguing investment opportunity. In this landscape, CRISPR Therapeutics stands out with its strong pipeline of cutting-edge treatments, robust research and development capability,

January 4, 2024

Ron Finklestien

Investor’s Digest: Earnings Report on Walgreens, Conagra Brands, and More Walgreens, Conagra Brands And 3 Stocks To Watch Heading Into Thursday

U.S. Stock Futures on the Rise As U.S. stock futures surged higher on Thursday morning, market participants have honed in on several key stocks likely to be in the spotlight today. Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. Wall Street is anticipating Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. to unveil quarterly earnings at 63 cents per share on revenue of $34.86 billion before the opening bell. Notably, Walgreens shares experienced a 4.1% decline, settling at $25.57 on Wednesday. Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. delivered disappointing results for its second quarter, with its shares decreasing by 5.2% to $52.00 in the after-hours trading session. Conagra

January 4, 2024

Ron Finklestien

The Investment Landscape: A New Perspective The Investment Landscape: A New Perspective

As you go through life, there are thousands of little forks in the road, and there are a few really big forks – those moments of reckoning, moments of truth. Lee Iacocca Redefining Our Business Model Following an inspired nudge from a client, we’ve undertaken a shift in our business model, delving into listed securities based on seven megatrends. This endeavor led to the creation of a groundbreaking investment vehicle, tailored for qualified professional clients as per the FCA regulations. Intrigued about whether you qualify? Just click here to determine your eligibility under the FCA’s classification of “professional client.” January:

January 4, 2024

Ron Finklestien

TikTok sets sights on Amazon with goal of growing e-commerce tenfold

TikTok’s Ambitious E-Commerce Expansion TikTok Sets Sights on Amazon Sean Gallup/Getty Images News ByteDance’s (BDNCE) TikTok is aiming to 10x the merchandise volume of its U.S. e-commerce business to as much as $17.5B in 2024, looking to take a piece of a market that is currently dominated by Amazon (AMZN), Bloomberg reports. TikTok’s majority of revenues come from Southeast Asia. The firm is currently looking to increase sales in the US and Latin America, where it intends to start an online store in the upcoming months. TikTok Shop is one of the fastest-growing features for ByteDance (BDNCE). ByteDance revenue climbed

January 4, 2024

Ron Finklestien

Uncertain Start to Rate Cuts Sways Asia-Pacific Stocks Uncertain Start to Rate Cuts Sways Asia-Pacific Stocks

Nikada Investors in Asia-Pacific markets faced a tumultuous day as U.S. Fed minutes delivered a disquieting signal about the initiation of rate cuts. The markets saw a general trend of decline, with Japan (NKY:IND) suffering a 0.53% drop following Japan’s final December manufacturing PMI of 47.9, compared to the previous 48.3. Adding to the region’s woes, Japan was struck by a devastating earthquake, claiming no less than 65 lives, and a collision at Tokyo’s Haneda airport involving Japan Airlines. China (SHCOMP) also endured a dip of 0.43%, compounded by an unexpected rise in the China Caixin Services PMI for December,

January 4, 2024

Ron Finklestien

After An 11% Fall Last Year Is Humana A Better Pick Over UnitedHealth Stock?

Humana’s Attractive Valuation Indicates a Superior Pick Over UnitedHealth Group Stock The Battle of Titans: Humana vs. UnitedHealth Group Investing in stocks is akin to picking a prized racehorse at the Kentucky Derby. It takes a sharp eye to discern the steed with the most potential for a triumphant gallop. Such keen acumen is currently being put to the test as investors scrutinize the prospects of Humana and its counterpart, UnitedHealth Group. Market Performance and Historical Context The stock market, like the unpredictable weather, has demonstrated capricious behavior of late. From the stormy tempests of 2022 to the sunny skies

January 4, 2024

Ron Finklestien

Amerigo Resources: Navigating Stormy Weather in 2024 Amerigo Resources: Navigating Stormy Weather in 2024

The Road Ahead for Amerigo Resources French cabling specialist Nexans (OTCPK:NXPRF) (OTCPK:NEXNY) is currently the largest position in my stock portfolio and I’ve been eyeing copper producers to mitigate some of the risks. Amerigo Resources (OTCQX:ARREF) (TSX:ARG:CA) has piqued my interest, despite facing a challenging autumn in 2023 due to heavy rains in Chile. However, with global copper surplus concerns waning, I anticipate a promising 2024 for Amerigo. Let us delve deeper. The Business and Financial Performance Amerigo is involved in copper production by processing the daily waste material at the El Teniente mine of Chilean state-owned copper giant Codeldo.