The Latest from FA Alpha Daily

• Mon

  Monday Macro

  November 14, 2022

  Two ‘surefire’ recession indicators are saying different things

  Mon

  Between the 10th and the 13th of each month, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics releases the consumer price index ("CPI") data. It measures the monthly change in prices paid by consumers.

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• Fri

  Portfolio Analysis

  November 11, 2022

  Let’s see how activism works for this tech-focused fund

  Fri

  Money is not a stand-alone resource for the success of a Venture Capitalist. To become one, the startup must be an activist with a clear vision. Consider Altimeter Capital's Brad Gerstner, an activist, and guiding venture capitalist who wrote an open letter to Meta (META), despite his two million shares in Meta. In today's FA Alpha, we'll look at the appeal of Altimeter holdings and whether being an activist yielded good results.

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• Thu

  Uniform Accounting Analysis

  November 10, 2022

  The construction and mining giant cuts its ropes by settling for the tax disputes and is ready to supply for the Supply Chain Supercycle

  Thu

  With the impending supply chain Supercycle in the United States, companies ramp up reinvesting capital in CAPEX. This booming demand benefits companies such as Caterpillar (CAT), one of the world's largest machinery producers. However, the as-reported ROA does not appear to take into consideration this trend, undervaluing the company. Today's FA Alpha will look at true profitability and performance through the lens of Uniform Accounting.

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• Wed

  Credit Outlook

  November 9, 2022

  Rating agencies are worried but this company has much less credit risk than many would guess

  Wed

  The sharp decline in crude oil prices negatively affected the profits of oil and gas companies. One of those affected is Laredo Petroleum (LPI), which received a B rating from S&P, signifying a 25% chance of default. Using Credit Cashflow Prime in today's FA Alpha, let's look at the ability of the company to meet its obligation and why the credit agency is wrong.

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• Tue

  Company Specific

  November 8, 2022

  This company is helping get our hygiene back to its pre-pandemic self

  Tue

  People are bringing back proper hygiene routines as they return to doing outdoor activities. Premium hair care companies like Olaplex Holdings (OLPX) greatly benefit from the returning demand for hygienic products. Today’s FA Alpha, we will uncover the company’s growth potential and profitability that the market failed to recognize.

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• FA AlphaDailyNov 7, 2022

  November 7, 2022

  The next ‘Dot-Com Bubble’ may be on the horizon

  FA AlphaDailyNov 7, 2022

  The Dot-Com Bubble is a term used to describe the 2000s bubble that we deemed to experience today. Massive industry changes, particularly in telecommunications, with the early stage of internet driving high valuations, and high expectations. We see similarities in the recent COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns, forcing businesses to shift online. However, this time, venture capital is hurting the tech industry’s revenue. In today’s FA Alpha, we will recall the happenings in the Dot-Com Bubble that we see similar to the venture capitals of the tech industry.

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• Fri

  Portfolio Analysis

  November 4, 2022

  Soon you’ll be able to bet against a famous TV host’s stock picks

  Fri

  Only about a week ago, Jim Cramer started his segment with an apology. He looked close to tears. His tone was so serious, someone could have thought he had done something unforgivable.

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• Thu

  Uniform Accounting Analysis

  November 3, 2022

  The Supply-Chain Supercycle is coming to this dominant U.S. chipmaker

  Thu

  Last week, we talked about how Intel (INTC) could be a beneficiary of the closing off of tech trade between the U.S. and China. However, they are not the only company looking to invest in U.S. infrastructure.

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• Wed

  Credit Outlook

  November 2, 2022

  Semis are not inherently risky, and today’s company deserves more credit

  Wed

  Last year, semiconductor shortages dominated the headlines. Driven by soaring demand during the pandemic, semiconductor companies enjoyed massive orders and recorded historical highs in revenues and profit.

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• Tue

  Company Specific

  November 1, 2022

  This staffing firm will help keep hospitals full post-pandemic

  Tue

  Doctors, nurses, and all medical staff have indeed been at the frontlines of the fight against COVID-19. They were exposed day and night to the disease, risking their health.

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• Mon

  Monday Macro

  October 31, 2022

  Here’s how midterms could affect market valuations

  Mon

  Investors are on the edge of their seats this election cycle... And it's not for purely political reasons. Right now, both the Senate and the House of Representatives are controlled by the Democratic party. Neither majority is safe, though. Both majorities are up for grabs next month. Smart investors are wondering how the outcome might change market performance over the next two years.

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• Fri

  Portfolio Analysis

  October 28, 2022

  This famous hedge fund beat all its rivals in year-to-date performance

  Fri

  It’s been a brutal year for investors. This is one of the worst years on record when you start looking across multiple asset classes.

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• Thu

  Uniform Accounting Analysis

  October 27, 2022

  The recent restrictions on tech exports could be a huge opportunity for this semiconductor company

  Thu

  The U.S. just announced new restrictions on tech exports to China earlier this month, as a part of the continued "economic war" between the two geopolitical rivals.

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• Wed

  Credit Outlook

  October 26, 2022

  Leverage is great until inflation starts rising, and this household giant is feeling the pain

  Wed

  Over the last decade, the low cost of debt made companies relaxed about their credit structure. They could access “cheap money” to fund their projects and refinance when needed.

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• Tue

  Company Specific

  October 25, 2022

  This life sciences company quietly continues to profit from mRNA, as Moderna takes all the attention

  Tue

  The United States has been the center of innovation for many industries, and these innovation pioneers have recognized incredible returns.

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• Mon

  Monday Macro

  October 24, 2022

  Don’t fear inflation today – fear inflation tomorrow

  Mon

  Between the 10th and the 13th of each month, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics releases the consumer price index ("CPI") data. It measures the monthly change in prices paid by consumers.

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• Fri

  Portfolio Analysis

  October 21, 2022

  This quant fund’s fees are sky high, and its performance backs it up

  Fri

  Depending on how a fund performs, performance fees charged to investors vary between 25% to 35%. However, one of the most successful funds, D.E. Shaw & Co., charges a hefty 40% performance fee. Investors are still piling up into the fund despite being charged a high fee. For today's FA Alpha, we will look into D.E. Shaw's actual profitability and performance that the GAAP failed to show and why investors are clinging to the fund.

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• Thu

  Uniform Accounting Analysis

  October 20, 2022

  The market is devastated after OPEC’s production cuts on oil and fails to see the value of this oil giant

  Thu

  The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (“OPEC”) was on the headlines again early this month with an unexpected announcement.

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• Wed

  Credit Outlook

  October 19, 2022

  This REIT’s credit looks a lot worse than it did in 2021, but the rating agencies haven’t changed their stance

  Wed

  The exponential rise in interest rates stunned many businesses as borrowing became more expensive. Companies in real estate like Apartment Income REIT Corp are taking a huge toll as mortgage rates rose from 3% in 2020 to around 7% this year. However, credit agencies still maintain their BBB rating despite the risk of nearing debt maturities that the company may not cover. For today’s FA Alpha, we will determine the actual creditworthiness of Apartment Income REIT under the lens of Uniform Accounting that credit agencies failed to recognize.

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• Tue

  Company Specific

  October 18, 2022

  The market already moved on from vaccine mania

  Tue

  In a race against time, healthcare biotechnology companies such as Moderna (MRNA) are elevating their technologies to create COVID-19 vaccines in record time. Despite being one of the vaccine providers, investors perceived Moderna as unprofitable. In today’s FA Alpha, we’ll look at Moderna’s true profitability and performance through the lens of Uniform Accounting.

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