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October 27
- 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.
- AbraSilver: The Silver-Gold Developer Moving From Discovery To Execution1. AbraSilver's Diablillos silver-gold project now holds 350 Moz AgEq resources, supported by high-grade drilling results and new leadership enhancing institutional confidence; 2. The company is fully funded with C$42M cash, no debt, and strategic partnerships (e.g., Kinross Gold), enabling non-dilutive advancement of its Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS); 3. With silver prices near $52/oz and robust project economics (NPV C$4.1–4.8B, IRR >70%), AbraSilver emerges as a top-tier silver-gold developer in Latin America.
- Danaos: A Lot Of Value Even With The Current Scenario1. Danaos Corporation (DAC) presents a strong investment opportunity due to robust financials and a favorable supply-demand gap in maritime transport; 2. Q2 2025 results highlight revenue growth to $262.15 million, stable adjusted EBITDA, and fleet expansion, underscoring operational resilience; 3. Valuation metrics (PE, EV/EBITDA, P/CF, P/BV) position DAC as a leader in margins and financial solvency compared to industry peers, reinforcing a STRONG BUY rating.
- BOTZ: Exposure To AI With Attractive Valuation1. Reiteration of a buy recommendation for the Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF (BOTZ), highlighting untapped upside potential despite recent gains; 2. BOTZ offers focused exposure to AI and robotics, with strong holdings like NVIDIA (NVDA) and a $3.1B AUM; 3. Arguments against an AI bubble include improved accounting standards, strategic deglobalization driving demand, and attractive valuations with a projected 15% upside, despite risks like concentration in AI sectors.
October 23
- Nebius Pullback: The Smart Money Entry Point1. The neocloud market surged 54% in 2024 and is projected to grow at a 45%+ CAGR through 2030, fueled by AI adoption and sovereign mandates; 2. Nebius launched its AI Cloud 3.0 'Aether,' transitioning from GPU leasing to a full-stack cloud platform with enterprise-grade security; 3. Institutional investors show strong confidence with $11.7M and $8.5M call options at $90 and $50 strikes, alongside $100M dark-pool inflows near $103.90, signaling accumulation post-pullback.
- Hims & Hers: There's Opportunity In This Crash (Upgrade)1. Hims & Hers presents a strong 'Buy' opportunity after a 30% price drop, despite growth concerns and insider selling; 2. The company targets $6.5B revenue and $1.3B+ adjusted EBITDA by FY30, signaling a 4x profit expansion; 3. Attractive valuations (32.8x EV/FY25 EBITDA) and expansion into hormone health/longevity markets support long-term growth.
- Apple Q4 Preview: Earnings Quality And Margin Resilience Exceed Expectations (Rating Upgrade)1. Apple is upgraded to Buy due to strong earnings quality and margin resilience, overcoming tariff challenges; 2. The Services segment now accounts for nearly a third of revenue with ~75% gross margin, stabilizing overall margins at 46–47%; 3. Early iPhone 17 demand, premium product mix, and fab diversification support margin durability through FY26, though risks like tariffs and AI investments remain.
- FinVolution Group: Reaffirming Conviction Amid Mispriced Correction1. FinVolution maintains a Buy rating despite a 30% stock decline, as its core investment thesis remains intact with improved valuation; 2. The company exceeded expectations in revenue, EPS, and international expansion, supported by strong credit discipline and risk buffers; 3. Accelerating growth in Pakistan and the Philippines, upgraded profit guidance, share repurchases, and stable delinquency rates reinforce confidence in doubling down on FINV at current levels.
October 22
- Commodities: Profit-Taking Hits Gold1. TSMC's 3nm semiconductor process faces yield challenges, causing delays and reduced production efficiency; 2. The issue impacts Apple's upcoming M3 and A17 chips, potentially affecting device launches; 3. TSMC is collaborating with Apple to address the problem, but technical hurdles remain in advanced node manufacturing.
- Baidu: Financial Fortress, AI Momentum, And Expanding Global Ambitions Set Stage For Recovery1. Baidu maintains a Strong Buy rating due to its robust balance sheet and significant net cash reserves. 2. Recent AI model launches, international expansion of Apollo Go robotaxis, and share buybacks underscore innovation and shareholder returns. 3. Macro tailwinds like potential rate cuts and China's policy shifts may boost returns on Baidu's cash reserves, despite risks from domestic market volatility and core business challenges.
- Netflix Q3 Earnings: Solid Results, But Here Are 2 Bearish Takeaways1. TSMC accelerates 2nm process development using GAA transistor architecture, targeting mass production in 2025; 2. Apple secures initial 2nm production capacity for future iPhones, Macs, and servers; 3. TSMC expands 2nm production bases in Taiwan and Arizona to meet global demand.
October 21
- Snowflake's Growth Is Back, But The Train Has Left The Station1. Snowflake demonstrated strong revenue growth and secured AI-driven customer wins, reinforcing its position in the AI era; 2. Despite positive performance, its elevated valuation relative to peers raises concerns about future returns; 3. The author maintains a 'Neutral' rating, advising investors to explore higher-value opportunities in growth stocks rather than chasing SNOW at current prices.
- Life360: Compelling Growth, Questionable Valuation And Moat1. TSMC announces mass production of 2nm chips in 2025 with Apple and Intel as major clients; 2. The new process offers 10-15% performance gains and 25-30% power efficiency improvements using GAA architecture; 3. This breakthrough strengthens TSMC's market leadership amid competition from Samsung and Intel's own foundry plans.
- Liquidia Corp: Shares Remain Mispriced Despite Yutrepia's Exceptional Commercial Launch1. Liquidia's stock price surged from $11.76 to $22.74 in Q3 2025, driven by strong market performance; 2. The FDA approved Yutrepia, Liquidia's flagship product, in May 2025, marking a critical milestone; 3. Upcoming corporate updates are expected to influence the stock price, making the next month pivotal for investors.
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