1. Progressive has been a strong insurance company with significant growth in the last few years, leading to a high valuation bubble; 2. The bubble did not burst, instead, PGR adjusted its trends and justified its price by increasing earnings and free cash flow; 3. Progressive is shifting from short-term to long-term investments, which may be a well-timed move with the Fed's decision to lower rates.

1. Last year, I gave AT&T a buy rating due to its cheap valuation and earnings beat. The stock has since rallied 40%. 2. Today, AT&T is at 10 times earnings with no growth, no longer a 'deep value' play. 3. I am downgrading my AT&T rating to hold.

1. Tesla's stock is facing resistance at $260 and support in the low $200s; 2. Revenue growth is expected to be modest in 2024, potentially accelerating in 2025 and 2026; 3. Potential catalysts include FSD development, Cybertruck production, and new lower-priced EV models, but these are not immediate; 4. Risks include competitive pressures and possible secondary offerings, suggesting caution near $260.

1. The author has a buy rating on SWK due to its strong expected EPS growth, attractive valuation, and rising dividend; 2. Stanley Black & Decker reported solid Q2 results with non-GAAP EPS of $1.09 beating expectations and strong cash flow; 3. Key risks include high debt, a weaker consumer environment, and adverse currency moves, but strong guidance and bullish sentiment suggest a positive Q3 report.

1. ADM is facing ongoing investigations and shareholder lawsuits related to accounting issues in its Nutrition segment, impacting investor confidence and share prices. 2. Declining margins on soybean oil and meal, along with potential DOJ scrutiny over alleged ethanol price manipulation, further pressure ADM's earnings outlook. 3. ADM's EPS is expected to drop significantly in 2024, with shares likely trading between $53.50 and $61.53, reflecting limited growth prospects. 4. Share buybacks may support EPS in 2025, but the current share price breakdown suggests waiting for potential further declines or a reversal before considering investment.

1. Palantir's stock has surged 77% since the 'Strong Buy' recommendation, but its current valuation at 33x sales looks extended. 2. Despite strong financial and operational performance, the stock's price is well ahead of underlying financial results. 3. The stock is downgraded to 'Buy' from 'Strong Buy' due to the extended multiple. 4. Selling put options on PLTR is recommended to balance risk and reward, offering a 12% annualized yield and potential stock assignment at a significant discount.

1. Hexagon's reorganization efforts are yielding positive results with improved margins and cost reductions; 2. The company's diversified revenue streams show mixed performance, with strengths in electronics and SaaS, but weaknesses in manufacturing and construction; 3. Hexagon's valuation has declined, making it more attractive with a potential annualized return of 14-16% and a price target of 110 SEK/share.

1. Illumina's stock has rebounded 25% since October 2023, despite underwhelming revenue growth and challenges with the NovaSeq X platform and macro headwinds. 2. The company faces issues with the adoption of NovaSeq X, and increased complexity and costs in data processing. 3. Illumina's scalable business model and high-margin consumable revenues offer significant upside, with potential for substantial margin expansion and EPS improvement by 2027.

1. C3.ai is upgraded to a strong buy with a price target of $34, reflecting a 40% upside from current levels. 2. Despite YTD losses of ~20% in September, C3.ai's expected 19-27% y/y growth indicates strong AI tailwinds. 3. The company benefits from government momentum and quick sales cycles, especially with its new AI product for the public sector.

1. Despite strong Q2 FY2024 results and business expansion, Palantir is downgraded to 'Sell' due to mismatched valuation and projected EPS numbers. 2. Revenue and profitability have surged, but the stock's price is unjustified. 3. The stock is overvalued, trading higher than its 2021 peak with lower forward earnings.

1. I am bullish on Robinhood for 2025 due to new products, financial turnaround, and potential expansion into institutional investors; 2. Robinhood's product development, including the Gold Card and advanced trading features, positions it as a comprehensive financial service provider; 3. International expansion, particularly in Europe with crypto transfers, offers significant growth potential despite regulatory challenges.

1. Peter Lynch's investment strategy emphasizes undervalued, high-quality stocks with growth potential; 2. The article introduces two picks, one BDC and one equity REIT, that meet these criteria; 3. These picks are also suitable for high-income-seeking portfolios.

1. Profitability pressures are expected to continue due to CVS Health's Insurance business; 2. The stock's fall is driven more by earnings downgrades than valuation; 3. Relative technicals suggest underperformance ahead due to the bearish trend.

1. NCLH's YTD returns may be underwhelming, but they obscure both shorter and longer-term price trends and fundamental price potential. 2. Healthy revenue growth in H1 2024, surpassing profit guidance, and an upgrade in earnings guidance indicate the company is on a good path. 3. Initiatives like capacity expansion, cost management, and debt reduction, along with improved market conditions, can benefit the company. 4. A competitive forward P/E ratio makes NCLH a buy.

1. Broadcom's stock price surged 30% due to AI advancements and industry optimism; 2. Market-implied revenue growth for Broadcom is higher than projections, driven by strong Networking segment performance and VMWare acquisition; 3. Despite competition from Nvidia, Broadcom's AI-related chip growth and software integration with VMWare support a Strong Buy rating; 4. A revised DCF analysis with a higher EV/EBITDA of 29.02x indicates the stock has tremendous upside.

1. Dell Technologies has returned to the S&P 500 Index after a significant dip post-Q1 FY2025 earnings miss; 2. Recent Q2 FY2025 results exceeded expectations with $25 billion revenue and $1.89 EPS; 3. Dell's ISG growth is expected to increase due to a higher revenue share, indicating rapid earnings growth and a reasonable price for investors to buy DELL stock.

1. Alphabet's core Search business faces increasing competition from Microsoft but has managed to maintain an 80%+ market share. 2. YouTube is leading in streaming time in the US and new paying account subscriptions are at record highs. 3. Google Cloud has reached a 10% EBIT margin and could become a new revenue driver. The company is limiting OPEX growth, which allows for operating leverage. My DCF analysis indicates a 30% upside, and recent results highlight a solid margin expansion based on cost optimization. The recent stock correction presents a good buying opportunity.

1. Despite underperformance, StoneCo's stock is undervalued with promising unit economics and expected EPS growth, justifying a bullish rating. 2. Q2 2024 results showed strong performance in payments, banking, and credit segments, with significant revenue and EPS growth. 3. Management's efficient capital deployment and ambitious growth targets suggest potential for substantial profitability and market penetration.

1. Despite the price drop after the global computer outage, the stock still sells at premium valuations; 2. The incident should negatively impact revenue growth, profitability, and free cash flow growth over the next several quarters; 3. CrowdStrike has several products with meaningful long-term revenue growth potential, including its next-gen SIEM; 4. The long-term thesis for buying the stock remains unchanged despite the recent setback.

1. Micron's Q4 earnings report is crucial for the stock, which is at a critical support level. 2. Consensus expects EPS of $1.10 and revenue of $7.7 billion, but guidance must exceed expectations. 3. Elevated implied volatility suggests a significant post-earnings move, with key support at $85.