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November 1
- Meta Platforms: The Most Undervalued Magnificent 7 Stock1. Meta Platforms' stock decline was driven by a temporary tax charge, not fundamental business weakness; 2. Its advertising business shows strong growth in ad impressions, pricing power, and user engagement across apps; 3. Despite high capital expenditures and Reality Labs losses, Meta's robust return on invested capital (ROIC) and undervaluation compared to peers highlight long-term potential.
- Okta: Cheap Entry Into A High-Margin Growth Story1. Okta is a leading cybersecurity firm in identity and access management, trading at a forward P/E of 26; 2. The company reported its 20th consecutive double-beat quarter with strong revenue growth, premium margins, and a loyal customer base; 3. Despite recent market volatility, Okta is undervalued due to its market dominance, high growth, and AI-driven cybersecurity demand, warranting a Buy rating with a $108 price target.
- Joby Aviation: Patience Required1. Joby Aviation's stock surged due to a partnership with Nvidia to develop autonomous flight technology using the IGX Thor platform; 2. The company remains focused on certifying piloted aircraft, with autonomous operations still distant; 3. The Q3'25 earnings report will emphasize FAA certification progress, while the recent rally to $17 reflects market hype rather than tangible milestones, warranting a Neutral stock rating.
- Dividend Champion, Contender, And Challenger Highlights: Week Of November 21. Weekly summary of dividend activities for companies categorized as Dividend Champions, Contenders, and Challengers; 2. Highlights companies that recently changed their dividends and lists those with upcoming ex-dividend and payment dates; 3. Introduces the Dividend Champions list, authored by Justin Law, and notes his affiliations with the Dividend Kings service and personal stock disclosures.
- S&P 500 Snapshot: Index Posts 2.3% Gain In October1. The S&P 500 rose 2.3% in October, marking a positive monthly performance; 2. The index gained 0.7% weekly, its fourth weekly increase in five weeks; 3. Year-to-date, the S&P 500 is up 16.56%, while the S&P Equal Weight Index has risen 7.53%.
October 31
- How This AI-Driven Market Could Rally QQQ 30%, Then Ruin Retirements1. The Nasdaq 100's dominance is fueled by asset flows and leverage, outpacing broader indexes like SPY and RSP; 2. Current market conditions mirror the dot-com bubble, with high concentration in mega-cap stocks and elevated risks from leverage and retail participation; 3. A 30% rally in QQQ is possible before a potential crash, akin to the 1999-2000 market dynamics driven by momentum and central control.
October 30
- Fiserv: Don't Miss The Dip Buying Opportunities Amid The Bloodshed1. Fiserv faced a severe selloff after resetting guidance and undergoing management changes under CEO Mike Lyons; 2. The 'One Fiserv' turnaround plan targets double-digit EPS growth by 2027, but near-term margin pressures and execution risks remain concerns; 3. Despite challenges, the stock's 10-year low valuation offers a potential buying opportunity for patient investors amid market pessimism.
October 29
- Ares Capital's Q3: Important Implications For BDCs1. Ares Capital (ARCC) released its Q3 2025 results, highlighting implications for both the company and the broader BDC sector; 2. The article addresses recent negative sentiment toward private credit markets and analyzes whether concerns about the BDC sector are justified; 3. The author updates their investment outlook on ARCC stock and discloses existing positions in related BDCs like MSDL, GLAD, and KBDC.
- UnitedHealth: Strong Long-Term Fundamentals, But Risks Also Exist1. TSMC and Intel are competing for dominance in advanced semiconductor manufacturing, particularly in 2nm chip technology; 2. TSMC maintains technological leadership with superior R&D and production capabilities, while Intel seeks to catch up through U.S. government subsidies and strategic investments; 3. The rivalry reflects broader geopolitical tensions and impacts global tech supply chains, with implications for AI, quantum computing, and national security.
October 28
- Palantir: Q3 Could Ignite A Massive Bull Run (Double Upgrade)1. Palantir's strong momentum and bullish sentiment ahead of Q3 earnings are driving stock gains; 2. Major government defense deals in the UK and Poland, alongside commercial partnerships with Boeing and Snowflake, enhance revenue growth and AI leadership; 3. Technical indicators suggest a potential post-earnings breakout, justifying a short-term Buy rating despite high valuation risks.
- Gold Might Be The Winner This Earnings Season1. Gold emerges as a top performer this earnings season due to global de-dollarization and record gold reserve accumulation by central banks; 2. Central banks are reducing U.S. dollar holdings, with 43% planning to increase gold reserves amid concerns over U.S. debt and currency risks; 3. Major banks predict gold prices could surge to $5,000–$7,000 per ounce by 2026–2029, driven by geopolitical instability and declining trust in dollar assets, making gold a strategic hedge for investors.
- With Adverum, Eli Lilly Made A Small Bet That Could Pay Off Big1. Eli Lilly acquired Adverum Biotechnologies to obtain Ixo-vec, a gene therapy targeting wet age-related macular degeneration (wAMD); 2. The low-risk deal, valued between $74.8M and $262M, offers significant growth potential if Ixo-vec succeeds as a single-injection treatment in the $9B global wAMD market; 3. Despite the strategic move, the author maintains a 'hold' rating on Eli Lilly due to valuation concerns and awaits further pipeline developments.
October 27
- The More It Drops, The More I Buy: 2 REITs Too Cheap To Ignore1. TSMC faces labor shortages and rising costs at its Arizona chip plant, delaying production and increasing expenses; 2. The company imported Taiwanese technicians to bypass U.S. workforce gaps, sparking union negotiations; 3. The project highlights challenges in U.S. semiconductor reshoring efforts amid delayed subsidies and geopolitical tensions.
- NICE Ltd.: Though Balanced Risk/Reward, Wait For Accelerated Growth1. NICE Ltd. maintains leadership in cloud software and AI-driven customer service tools with strong recurring revenue; 2. Recent Cognigy acquisition and partnerships enhance capabilities, but stock underperformance persists despite earnings beats; 3. Fair valuation and execution risks (integration, competition, AI ROI) suggest holding until clearer growth acceleration emerges.
October 26
- 10 Best CEFs This Month: Average Yield Of 9% Plus (October 2025)1. TSMC is expanding its 3nm chip production to meet high demand from Apple and Intel; 2. The company faces challenges in yield rates and supply chain constraints; 3. Competition intensifies as Samsung and Intel advance their own semiconductor technologies.
- BTCI: Bitcoin Exposure, 30% Yield1. NEOS Bitcoin High Income ETF (BTCI) provides Bitcoin exposure with a 30% yield via a covered call strategy; 2. It generates monthly dividends by selling Bitcoin call options, though payouts vary due to Bitcoin's volatility; 3. The ETF holds Bitcoin through VanEck's ETF and synthetic positions, invests surplus cash in treasuries, but has underperformed Bitcoin and remains high-risk for income-focused crypto investors.
- Week Ahead: A Most Consequential Week1. Four G10 central banks, including the Federal Reserve and Bank of Canada, are expected to cut rates, marking a pivotal week in Q4; 2. The US dollar remains volatile due to sensitivity to interest rates and US-China geopolitical tensions; 3. The euro and yuan are closely tied to US yield movements, with the PBOC guiding the yuan to track the dollar's broad trends.
- Starbucks Q4 Earnings Preview: Not Growing Anymore, Merely Defending1. Starbucks faces significant challenges ahead of its Q4 earnings, with expectations of stock decline due to underperformance against rivals like Dutch Bros and Luckin Coffee; 2. Recent U.S. store closures highlight brand retrenchment, weak same-store sales, and stagnant domestic growth prospects; 3. Despite a ~20x forward EBITDA multiple, the stock lacks valuation support, reinforcing a sell rating recommendation.
- Healthpeak Properties: Cheap And With A 6.5% Investment-Grade Yield1. Healthpeak Properties offers a 6.5% dividend yield, with FFO coverage reaching 151% in Q3 2025; 2. Strong leasing performance in its Outpatient Medical (+5.4%) and Lab (+4.6%) segments supports growth; 3. The REIT maintains low financing costs, recently issuing debt at 75 basis points above U.S. Treasuries, while trading at historically low cash flow multiples.
- Riskified: Limited Downside Pending Growth Reacceleration1. Riskified's growth is expected to accelerate in 2026 due to new products and easier year-over-year comparisons; 2. Key products like Policy Protect and Dispute Resolve are projected to drive double-digit revenue growth; 3. A strong net cash position (44% of market cap) and aggressive share buybacks reduce downside risks, though competition and high stock-based compensation remain concerns.
- QuantumScape Q3: Bold 2025 Outlook Signals Major Pivot1. QuantumScape is shifting to a leaner operational model focused on billings and EBITDA to rebuild investor confidence; 2. Q3 results show improved cash management with a 26-month runway and $12.8M in initial customer billings, marking commercialization progress; 3. Management projects cash sufficiency through 2029, expands partnerships with Ducati and a top 10 global OEM, and initiates a Buy rating with 20% upside potential.
- Politics And The Markets 10/26/251. The article introduces a daily political discussion forum on Seeking Alpha, emphasizing its unregulated and heated nature; 2. It outlines strict moderation guidelines prohibiting personal attacks, COVID-19 misinformation, hate speech, and incitement to violence; 3. The disclosure clarifies that comments are from third-party authors and do not constitute investment advice.
October 25
- Blackstone Secured Lending: Disastrous Pullback On Dividend Cut Fears Swells Yield To 11.6%1. Blackstone Secured Lending (BXSL) offers a near-record 11.6% dividend yield, fully covered by net investment income but with tight coverage at 100%; 2. Market selloffs in private credit were driven by pending Fed rate cuts and the collapse of First Brands Group, though BXSL had no exposure to affected companies; 3. BXSL anticipates increased origination activity in late 2025 and holds $1.86 per share in spillover income to address potential short-term dividend coverage gaps.
- Newmont: Solid Free Cash Flow Generation, But Underwhelming Per Share Growth1. Newmont reported strong Q3 2025 free cash flow, but long-term per-share growth remains weak, rising only ~30% since 2010; 2. Despite rapid deleveraging in 2025, the company faces headwinds in 2026 with reduced output and higher costs; 3. Technical sell signals emerged after a ~170% rally, suggesting a potential correction, leading the author to favor other investment opportunities.
October 24
- I Bonds Look Attractive Right Now Amid Uncertainty: Buy Before November 1 Reset1. I Bonds provide unique flexibility to hedge against both inflation and deflation risks; 2. Current I Bond yields (4.22% for 6 months) surpass those of 10-year Treasuries, with a fixed rate likely to decrease after November 1; 3. Investors can sell after 1 year (with a 3-month interest penalty) or hold for up to 30 years, making them a strategic inflation-resistant asset class in diversified portfolios.
- 2 Discounted BDCs: One Is A Bargain, One Is A Trap1. TSMC's Arizona plant faces labor shortages and worker protests over harsh conditions and safety concerns; 2. Union disputes and construction delays prompt TSMC to consider importing technicians from Taiwan; 3. Rising costs and operational challenges jeopardize U.S. semiconductor supply chain goals.
- SPY: Brace For Recessionary Bear Market With A Bubble Burst1. Macro indicators suggest stagflation transitioning to recession, supported by soft/hard data and cross-asset trends; 2. S&P 500 (SPY) shows bubble-like valuations driven by AI hype despite economic risks; 3. A recessionary bear market is anticipated, exacerbated by potential AI bubble collapse.
- Everyone Is Paying Me Dividends: Lock In These +8.6% Yields Now1. The article advocates building a diversified dividend portfolio to generate consistent cash flow from everyday businesses; 2. The author highlights high-yielding investments like THQ and ECC's preferred/baby bonds, targeting yields above 8.6%; 3. It promotes the High Dividend Opportunities service, offering exclusive income strategies and community support for yield-focused investors.
- My Favorite ETF Portfolio Picks For A Low-Stress Retirement1. The author proposes a 50/50 retirement portfolio strategy using ETFs to balance growth, income, and diversification for reliable cash flow; 2. Four ETF categories are recommended: dividend growth (CGDV), high-quality dividend income (SCHD), covered call strategies (DIVO/JEPQ), and midstream infrastructure (AMLP); 3. The portfolio targets a 5.5% average yield with flexible allocations to adapt to growth, income, or risk preferences, emphasizing customization and safety for evolving retirement needs.
- How Well Will Russia Withstand New U.S. Sanctions?1. TSMC's Q2 net profit rose 8% YoY to $7.23 billion, exceeding analyst estimates; 2. Revenue grew 32% to $20.67 billion, driven by strong AI-related chip demand; 3. The company raised its 2024 revenue growth forecast to around 30%, citing sustained AI boom and advanced packaging capacity expansion.
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