Verizon Stock (VZ) Dividend King 7% A Buy In Recession?
$Verizon(VZ)$ Good day, Tiger! Verizon's stock has been declining for the past five years, yet its dividend has steadily increased. How can this be? That’s exactly what we’ll explain in this video. We’ll also calculate Verizon's intrinsic value to help you determine if it fits your portfolio. So, let’s dive in. Over the past five years, Verizon's stock has dropped by 36%. While its dividend yield has partially offset the decline, this performance pales in comparison to the broader market, which has doubled in value over the same period. Verizon’s current market cap stands at $160 billion. In this analysis, we’ll place Verizon on the value investing quadrant, assess its risk and reward profile, and calculate its intrinsic value relative to peers. The
CPI Sparks a Surge, but Can January’s Gains Hold Amid Gloomy Investor Sentiment?
The new year often brings renewed optimism to financial markets, spurred by what’s known as the January Effect—a historical tendency for stocks, especially small caps, to rally during the month of January. However, this year’s market movements have been a rollercoaster, with the S&P 500 erasing earlier losses following a better-than-expected CPI report on Wednesday, closed lower on Thursday and eventually ending the week 2.9% higher. Yet, despite this encouraging rebound, investor surveys indicate a sharp turn toward pessimism regarding the next six months. So, the question looms: Is the January Effect still alive, and how should we navigate these conflicting signals? 1. What Is the January Effect? The January Effect refers to a market anomaly where stocks, particularly those that unde
Netflix's Earnings on Deck: Will It Stream Back to $950?
As Netflix, Inc. ( $Netflix(NFLX)$ ) prepares to unveil its Q4 earnings after the market closes on Tuesday, investors and analysts are buzzing with anticipation. The streaming giant has been on a rollercoaster ride, but with a history of beating earnings estimates, the question on everyone's mind is whether it can achieve yet another beat and push its stock price back towards the tantalizing $950 mark. Here's a breakdown of what analysts are expecting based on the latest information: Earnings Per Share (EPS): Analysts are forecasting an EPS of $4.21, which represents a significant increase from the previous quarter's $5.13. This suggests expectations for a strong performance, potentially due to effective cost management or higher revenues than ant
$UiPath(PATH)$ UiPath offers software for robotic process automation (RPA), which helps automate manual tasks and processes. When the company went public in 2021, it had a market capitalization of $35 billion. However, since then, its value has plummeted by more than 80%, bringing its market cap down to $6.5 billion. With $1.9 billion in cash and investments and no debt, the company's enterprise value is $4.6 billion. Over the past 12 months, revenue reached $1.35 billion, with $248 million in adjusted EBIT and $325 million in free cash flow. However, this free cash flow is entirely offset by stock-based compensation, which amounts to $376 million, leading to negative net income. RPA involves using software to automate various manual tasks, such a
Is a Turning Point on the Horizon for US-China Relations? Chinese Asset Sentiment Shows Signs of RecoveryOn the evening of January 17, Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke with President-elect Donald Trump. President Xi congratulated Trump on his election victory, underscoring the significance of mutual engagement and expressing hopes for a positive beginning in US-China relations during the new presidential term. Both leaders expressed a commitment to advancing US-China relations from this promising starting point.Fueled by the optimistic sentiment stemming from the phone call between the two leaders, Chinese concept stocks experienced a notable surge last Friday, with the $NASDAQ Golden Dragon China Index(HXC)$ &
Ready Capital Launches $150M Share Buyback Program
Ready Capital Corporation (NYSE: RC) recently announced a $150 million share buyback program, marking a strategic move to enhance shareholder value. This development is a strong signal of the company’s confidence in its financial health and long-term growth potential. For shareholders like me, this is excellent news, as share buybacks can create a variety of benefits, including potential stock price appreciation, improved earnings per share (EPS), and added stability to the stock’s valuation. Why This Matters for Shareholders? Potential Stock Price Appreciation: Share buybacks reduce the total number of outstanding shares, potentially driving up the stock price by increasing demand and reducing supply. This creates upward pressure on the stock price, benefitting existing shareholders by en
AI🤖 Boom💣 or Bust? Microsoft and OpenAI’s 2025 Outlook
Microsoft and OpenAI’s partnership continues to dominate headlines as they push boundaries in AI innovation. However, market sentiment around AI stocks has recently cooled after an explosive rally in 2024. Investors are now questioning whether Microsoft’s $13 billion investment in OpenAI will generate sustainable growth or face diminishing returns. Key Questions Can Microsoft and OpenAI maintain their AI leadership in 2025? Are AI valuations inflated, or is there still room to grow? How should investors position themselves for the next AI wave? Microsoft’s AI Integration: A Game-Changer? Microsoft in pressing su OpenAI, chiede cambio governance e apre sue porte ai dipendenti ribelli Azure OpenAI Services: Revenue from Azure’s AI services grew 38% YoY, driving significant cloud adoption. Co
President Donald Trump has recently expressed optimism about TikTok, hinting at the possibility of a unique joint venture in which the U.S. could secure a 50% stake in the platform. This approach would mark a significant pivot from discussions surrounding TikTok’s operations and ownership. The proposal raises questions about Trump’s motivations and whether such a scenario is feasible. 1. Trump’s Support for TikTok President Trump’s positive remarks about TikTok—declaring, "We have to save it"—reflect a shift in tone that emphasizes the platform’s importance. Trump’s enthusiasm for TikTok could stem from the role it has played in amplifying content related to him, particularly during his past presidential campaigns. The platform’s popularity among younger audiences, many of whom have engage
Pelosi: How to Sell Deep ITM Calls like a Pro? (With new position)
Old Demoness Pelosi announced new positions the day before Trump's inauguration (probably coincidentally), most of which are similar in style to the previous ones, with the main layout still in AI, but with some stylistic changes:Added AI application layer positions:Added $Alphabet(GOOGL)$ and $Amazon.com(AMZN)$$Palo Alto Networks(PANW)$ Opened a small position in Medical AI company $Tempus AI(TEM)$ Lowered hardware position by a small amount:Lowered position in $Apple(AAPL)$ (sold 31,600 shares)Maintained position in $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ (s
I closed $SPYG 20250221 91.0 CALL$ ,💰 Smart Trading Move: SPYG Covered Call Strategy 📈 I executed a profitable trade on SPYG by strategically selling and buying back options to lock in gains: ✅ Sold SPYG at: $1.40 ✅ Bought it back at: $0.80 ✅ Profit Earned: $60 per contract 🔹 Why This Trade Was a Win: 1️⃣ Locked in a $60 Profit Without Holding Shares 🏆 By selling high at $1.40 and buying back lower at $0.80, I captured a $0.60 per contract profit, translating to $60 for a standard 100-share contract. 2️⃣ Reduced Risk While Pocketing Cash 💵 By closing the position at $0.80, I secured my gains without waiting for expiration. This also freed up capital for the next trade. 3️⃣ Maintained Flexibility for Future Trades 🔄 Now t
Hello everyone! Today i want to share some option strategies with you!1.Pre-earnings trade idea on: $Netflix(NFLX)$ Earnings date: Tuesday, Jan 21 after market close Expected move: Average of past earnings moves is ~8%, with this earnings move being pegged at ~8%Trade Idea:▫️ Sell-to-open a cash-secured put, Jan 24 expiration, targeting strikes in the 700-750 rangePoints to Consider:▫️ Expected move places downside target around 792, and 2X the expected move places it in the 720-725 range▫️ Strongest gamma levels at 835, 840, 880, 900▫️ 200 EMA around 732▫️ Volume point-of-control around 750▫️ Small gap at 704Post Trade Actions:▫️ We are selling a CSP for potential assignment. If you are trading naked and don't want shares, then either close the p
Trump and Xi Jinping hold positive talks, driving Chinese stock market up. 🇺🇸 S&P 500 Index: Market closed 🇺🇸 Nasdaq: Market closed 🇪🇺 Stoxx 600 Index: +0.05% 📈 🇯🇵 Nikkei 225 Index: +1.17% 📈 🇭🇰 Hang Seng Index: +1.75% 📈 🇨🇳 Shanghai Shenzhen 300 Index: +0.45% 📈 🇸🇬 Straits Times Index: -0.07% 📉 Asia-Pacific markets rise: The Hang Seng Index $HSI(HSI)$ and Shanghai Shenzhen 300 Index $CSI300(000300.SH)$ increased by 1.8% and 0.5%, respectively, as investors remained optimistic about US-China relations after positive phone talks between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President-elect Donald Trump. The People's Bank of China (
These are 10 stocks I believe everyone will be eager to buy on the dip in 2025 👇
These are 10 stocks I believe everyone will be eager to buy on the dip in 2025 👇1. $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ • Their Blackwell chips will continue to dominate AI infrastructure -- remaining essential to AI development through at least 2026.2. $Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ • Their AIP & Foundry platforms will become indispensable for enterprise AI integration.3. $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ • Their FSD technology, Megapack energy storage & Optimus robot will position them as a multifaceted tech leader for the next decade.4. $Amazon.com(AMZN)$ • They’ll remain the king of computing & robotics innovations like Kiva robots wil
TIGR, META, NIO, BABA& FXI Enjoy Great Potential Here!
Hello everyone! Today i want to share some technical analysis with you!1. $Alibaba(BABA)$ Well this is starting to look a little perky, innit?Image2. $iShares China Large-Cap ETF(FXI)$ Tweezer bottom at the diagonal trend zone.Image3. $NIO Inc.(NIO)$ Falling wedge setup as the MACD curls to the upside. Image4. $Meta Platforms, Inc.(META)$ Volume shelf on the weekly candle chart.Image5. $Tiger Brokers(TIGR)$ Beautiful S/R flip setup into the week ahead.ImageFollow me to learn more about analysis!!
$Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ 🎢 Journey with PLTR: From $10 (2020) > $35 (2021) > $6 (2022) to $80 ($2024) I started buying PLTR shares the day it went public $10, driven by my belief that data intelligence is the future. In Jan 2021, the stock quickly soared to an all-time high of $35. As people say, the faster it rises, the harder it crash. And indeed it crashed to $6 on Dec 2022. During the low period, I continue to hold on and even bought more shares. That was a period when the market was filled with doubt, negativity, and uncertainty about PLTR’s potential. Going against the crowd wasn’t easy—it took a lot of courage to invest when others were skeptical. Fast forward to today, and PLTR has skyro
TSMC and the Impact of the 6.4-Magnitude Earthquake on Stock Performance
A recent 6.4-magnitude earthquake in Southern Taiwan has raised concerns for many, especially for companies with significant operations in the region, such as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). Given TSMC's importance in the global semiconductor market, its stock performance is an essential area of focus for investors in the wake of such a natural disaster. While TSMC has a strong reputation for financial resilience and effective crisis management, the impact of the earthquake on its operations could influence stock prices in the short term. Immediate Stock Impact: The immediate effect of the earthquake on TSMC’s stock could be a decrease in share price, as investors react to the uncertainty surrounding potential production disruptions and operational downtime. TSMC's manuf
Hello everyone! Today i want to share some option strategies with you!1. $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ Trade idea: TSLA JAN 24 450C 📈 Trigger: 429 ✅ Targets: 437,350 🎯 Stop: 414 🛑 TSLA- closed at 426.50. TSLA moved from 380 to 439.74 last week. If TSLA can get back through437 and close above this level on a daily candle, we can see a move to 450,456 this week. Calls can work above 429 or 437 this week. For now, we may see a wider range from 414-437. I'd treat TSLA as a quicker day trade in this range. Puts can work under 414.Image2. $Robinhood(HOOD)$ SWING Trade idea: HOOD June 20 60C 📈 Trigger: 48 ✅ Targets: 55,60 🎯 Stop: 43 🛑 HOOD- closed at 48.15. HOOD break out above 43.81 last week and moved to 49+ by Friday.
BigShort Sold $70 Million Of His US Stock, He Buying China Stock!
$BABA-W(09988)$$JD.com(JD)$$Amazon.com(AMZN)$ Why Burry Choose China Over US Stock? Today we cover Michael Burry has recently sold over $70 million worth of his U.S. stock holdings, taking action during one of the strongest U.S. stock market rallies in history. This move has drawn comparisons to his behavior in the lead-up to the 2008 financial crisis, which he accurately predicted and profited from significantly. During that crash, Burry personally earned around $100 million, while his investors made over $700 million as the market plunged nearly 60% in a matter of months. Now back in the spotlight, Burry appears to be adopting a pessimistic stance on the Ameri
Hello everyone! Today i want to share some technical analysis with you!1. $Apple(AAPL)$$NVIDIA(NVDA)$ The race to $4 trillion is neck and neck. 🏁 Image2. $Invesco QQQ(QQQ)$ Nasdaq 100 line chart is saying it's go time. Image3. $Roblox Corporation(RBLX)$ I'm a sucker for a good old fashioned base breakout. Image4. $Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund(XLE)$ Energy is the leading sector so far in 2025, and seasonality suggests we could just be getting started:Win rates and mean returns usually accelerate in the coming months before peaking in April.The top holdings