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October 13
- One Does Not Simply Impose 100% Tariffs On China1. Escalating US-China trade tensions due to President Trump's threat of 100% tariffs; 2. Initial market impact includes liquidation margin calls in leveraged sectors; 3. Investors advised to exercise caution when considering buying market dips, with the author disclosing short positions in QQQ and SPY.
- Energy Transfer: When It Rains Gold, Put Out The Bucket1. Energy Transfer (ET) offers an 8.1% yield, appealing to income investors amid recent price declines; 2. Its diversified pipeline network and fee-based cash flows ensure stable earnings, supported by AI-driven demand and LNG export growth; 3. Trading at 5x cash flow, ET is undervalued compared to peers, with a secure distribution and management targeting 3-5% annual growth, presenting a long-term opportunity.
- Brookfield Asset Management: A Better Company Since The Spin-Off1. Brookfield Asset Management (BAM) is a leading alternative asset manager with $1T+ in assets, growing earnings and dividends through a debt-free, capital-light model; 2. New revenue streams like carried interests and insurance operations drive predictable, scalable growth; 3. The stock offers a 3.2% yield, distributes nearly all earnings as dividends, and is positioned for 15% annual dividend growth, making it ideal for dividend growth investors.
- Agnico Eagle's Financials Are In A League Of Their Own, With Gold At All-Time Highs1. Agnico Eagle Mines maintains a Buy rating due to record free cash flow, minimal debt, and strong financials amid rising gold prices; 2. Significant free cash flow growth enables rapid debt reduction and potential for increased dividends, buybacks, or strategic investments; 3. Robust growth pipeline, low all-in sustaining costs (AISC), and focus on stable jurisdictions support industry leadership and expansion, with valuation indicating substantial upside even if gold prices stabilize.
- Backblaze: Demand Surge Is Giving This Stock The Recognition It Deserves1. Backblaze maintains a 'Buy' rating due to strong demand for its data storage solutions, driven by data center growth and AI-related opportunities; 2. The B2 Cloud Storage segment grew 29% YoY in Q2, with Q4 growth projected to exceed 30%, supported by AI customer expansion; 3. Despite recent stock gains, valuation remains attractive at 3.3x EV/FY25 revenue and 14.5x EV/FY26 EBITDA, alongside improving margins and enterprise client traction.
- Prospect Capital: Specter Of Further NAV Erosion Looms1. Prospect Capital's NAV per share fell 25% YoY to $6.56, with common shares trading at a 59% discount; 2. The 20% dividend yield is currently covered, but future NII may weaken due to potential Fed rate cuts and slower loan originations; 3. The company aims to optimize operations to stabilize investor sentiment amid ongoing NAV challenges.
- Mirion Technologies: Earnings Compounder Backed By Strong Structural Tailwind1. Mirion Technologies is recommended as a buy due to strong nuclear power demand and a recurring revenue model; 2. The Paragon acquisition expands its exposure to small modular reactors (SMRs) and enhances its nuclear technology portfolio; 3. The company aims for 30% EBITDA margins by 2028 through operational improvements and restructuring, with valuation indicating ~20% upside potential.
- AI Demand, Reforms, And Policy Support Power EM Momentum1. China's equity market gains momentum through liquidity measures, AI investments, and gradual consumer recovery under pragmatic policies; 2. Taiwan and South Korea benefit from global AI-driven semiconductor and memory chip demand, boosting equity performance; 3. Brazil, India, and GCC markets advance due to easing rates, reform progress, and diversification strategies, while Argentina faces challenges from political risks.
- Tencent: Another Tariff Selloff Creates A Buying Opportunity1. Tencent's stock surged 50.4% in 2025, reflecting renewed investor confidence despite potential tariff-related disruptions; 2. The company is viewed as undervalued with strong growth potential, driven by innovative management and a history of consistent expansion; 3. Share buybacks and AI development are highlighted as key catalysts for future growth, positioning Tencent as a compelling value investment.
October 12
- Berkshire Hathaway: I'm Going All In1. Berkshire Hathaway remains attractive post-Buffett due to its strong business portfolio and $344B cash reserves; 2. The stock is undervalued with a below-market P/E ratio and a fair value estimate of $1.10 trillion; 3. Growth in insurance, rail, and energy sectors, along with resilient investments, supports continued earnings growth despite leadership transition and macro risks.
- Why I Will Be Betting Big On America's Most Critical Market1. The U.S. housing market faces severe affordability challenges due to high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and regulatory constraints; 2. Government measures to increase housing supply, reduce regulations, and lower borrowing costs may stimulate demand; 3. Investment opportunities exist in homebuilders, suppliers, distributors, and home improvement retailers, though risks like prolonged high rates remain.
- Tariff Tantrum 2: Air Gap Or Market Correction Coming?1. Renewed U.S.-China trade tensions under Trump and Xi have sparked market volatility, reminiscent of past trade war patterns; 2. The article analyzes potential outcomes, including a market correction or continued instability, drawing parallels to April's market behavior; 3. The author promotes dividend-focused investment strategies through their service, emphasizing long-term income generation and portfolio resilience.
- Renewed Tariff Fears Spotlight Top Performing Stocks Since April1. Renewed tariff fears have resurfaced in markets, coinciding with the six-month mark since April's market correction; 2. The article identifies top-performing stocks since April that maintain Strong Quant Buy ratings, driven by earnings growth, sector leadership, and strong financials; 3. Historical trends suggest such stocks may rebound once tariff-related uncertainties subside.
- Don't Buy This Dip: Why This Time Really Is Different1. Current market conditions differ from past corrections due to excessive leverage, mechanical trading flows, and extreme concentration in tech/AI stocks, creating systemic fragility; 2. Quantitative strategies and leveraged ETFs may trigger forced selling cascades, amplifying market declines in a self-reinforcing cycle; 3. While valuations aren't in bubble territory, hyper-concentration in mega-cap tech increases systemic risk, requiring active risk management and reduced equity exposure until volatility stabilizes.
October 11
- Six Reasons To Ride Apple's Rally Cautiously And Why Continue To Use APLY1. Apple demonstrates resilience against tariff pressures with strong cash flow and pricing power; 2. APLY, a covered call ETF, captures ~20% of AAPL's rally while providing downside protection; 3. AAPL's consistent earnings beats and new product launches support growth, but APLY offers a defensive approach amid valuation risks.
October 10
- The Prospects For NANO Nuclear Energy1. NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NNE) shows strong growth potential amid rising global demand for nuclear power driven by electricity needs and grid limitations; 2. NNE's stock surged over 250% in 2025, supported by U.S. government incentives and sector momentum from AI, EVs, and cryptocurrency industries; 3. Despite current losses, NNE's low market cap and M&A appeal make it a bullish buy, with a recommendation to purchase below $50.
- TSMC Stock: Still A Strong Buy As AI Efficiency Breakthroughs Fuel The Next Growth Phase1. TSMC remains a strong buy with a 32% upside potential to a $387 price target; 2. Growth is driven by AI-driven chip demand, technological leadership, and upcoming 2nm chips addressing power efficiency bottlenecks; 3. Despite forex and margin challenges from overseas fabs, TSMC continues strong earnings and revenue growth, with upward revisions in free cash flow and EBITDA supporting a bullish long-term outlook.
- Great Elm Capital: Dramatic Downside Presents Opportunity To Accumulate (Rating Upgrade)1. The U.S. is reportedly considering imposing sanctions on China's CXMT to restrict its access to advanced chip manufacturing technology; 2. This move aims to curb China's progress in semiconductor production amid ongoing tech competition; 3. The sanctions could disrupt global supply chains and escalate tensions in the semiconductor industry.
- EWT: Benefitting From The TSMC Surge, But Looks Overbought Now1. TSMC faces labor shortages and cultural barriers at its Arizona fab construction site, needing to fly in Taiwanese workers; 2. Project costs have doubled to $40 billion with delayed production timelines; 3. Tensions emerge between US unions and TSMC over foreign worker utilization and delayed federal subsidies.
- ULTA Beauty: The International Expansion Plan Is Taking Shape1. Intel adjusts Ohio chip factory plans due to market changes and delayed government subsidies; 2. Construction shifts focus to support infrastructure with production equipment installation postponed to 2026; 3. U.S. Chips Act funding distribution remains slow, affecting multiple semiconductor projects nationwide.
- Buy 2 Ideal Dividend Kings Of 25 'Safer' In October's 561. TSMC's 3nm process technology is experiencing strong demand, with Apple as its primary customer for next-gen chips; 2. TSMC is expanding production capacity in Taiwan and exploring overseas plants to meet growing orders; 3. Competitors like Qualcomm and MediaTek plan to adopt the 3nm process, signaling robust industry momentum.
- Politics And The Markets 10/10/251. TSMC's Q2 revenue grew significantly due to surging demand for AI chips; 2. The company is expanding production in the U.S. and Japan to meet global semiconductor needs; 3. Challenges include labor shortages, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain complexities.
October 9
- A Major Market Shift Could Be Coming1. The S&P 500 has shown strong performance since the AI boom began in 2023 but faces a potential major reversal; 2. Dividend stocks have underperformed compared to the S&P 500 during this period; 3. The author, a dividend investing expert, highlights high-yield opportunities and discloses long positions in assets like BIP, BEP, and GLD.
- 12% Dividend Yield, Nice Upside1. Dividend cuts are anticipated in BDCs and mREITs due to the Federal Reserve's short-term rate reductions; 2. The author highlights a recent investment in Blackstone Secured Lending Fund (BXSL), which offers a 12% yield and potential upside as its price-to-NAV ratio rebounds; 3. Sector-wide declines in BDCs and mREITs present valuation opportunities, with price-to-NAV metrics indicating undervalued assets.
- A Strong 6 Months1. The US stock market has shown strong recovery since its April 8th low, with the Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) surging 47% over six months; 2. The S&P 500 (SPY) and Dow 30 (DIA) rose 36.4% and 24.8%, respectively; 3. Among sector ETFs, Technology (XLK) outperformed all others with a 62.2% gain, highlighting its dominance in the rebound.
October 8
- BYD: Extremely Undervalued Electric Vehicle Play1. BYD overtook Tesla as the world's top EV company, driven by strong financials and government support for R&D and global expansion; 2. The company maintains industry-leading margins and cost efficiency, enabling pricing flexibility amid market competition; 3. Its dominance in PHEV/BEV markets, diverse product lineup, and strategic focus on China position it for sustained global growth.
- Macro Monthly: Status Quo1. Despite significant policy changes (tariffs, tax/spending bills), the US economic outlook remains largely unchanged; 2. The 10-year Treasury yield peaked at 4.81% in January, with tariffs' effects delayed but immigration policy impacts already evident; 3. The dollar and interest rates saw modest monthly gains without disrupting established trends.
- AT&T Stock: Is This Free Cash Flow Machine A Buy On The Dip?1. AT&T has shown strong total returns since mid-2023 but recently experienced a sharp stock pullback; 2. The article analyzes whether the current dip presents a buying opportunity; 3. Focuses on AT&T's financial performance and investment potential amid market fluctuations.
October 7
- Pfizer Offers High Yield And Capital Appreciation Opportunities (Technical Analysis)1. Pfizer surged 15% last week due to positive news, including a direct-to-consumer deal and tariff relief; 2. The stock offers a high 6.28% dividend yield with a safe payout ratio and attractive valuation (forward PE of 8.87); 3. Technical indicators show bullish momentum, strong institutional buying, and potential for further upside if price breaks consolidation levels.
- Nebius: Rapid Stock Appreciation And Hype-Driven Valuation Make It A Sell1. Nebius Group has surged as a leading AI infrastructure provider due to major contracts and bullish market sentiment; 2. A $17.4B Microsoft deal validates its position but involves high upfront costs and risks; 3. Concerns over potential overexpansion, delayed profitability, and AI demand sustainability suggest the stock is overvalued, prompting a sell recommendation.