Trading Ideas

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One of the best tools for ordinary investors who are on the hunt for new ideas is 13F filings. Once every quarter, hedge funds with at least $100 million in total positions in publicly traded US stocks are required to disclose the number of shares and the total value of its positions in each of […] …read more […]

(Bloomberg) — Domino’s Pizza Inc. jumped the most on record after reporting U.S. sales growth that outpaced expectations in the latest quarter — a sign the pizza chain’s ongoing investment in delivery and carryout is paying off.U.S. same-store sales climbed 3.4% in the fourth quarter that ended Dec. 29, the company said Thursday, topping analysts’ average estimate for 2.1% growth, according to Consensus Metrix. Domino’s also reported profit and revenue that beat estimates, and its operating margin expanded from a year earlier.Growth in the U.S. restaurant industry doesn’t come easy these days, and Domino’s already has 6,000 locations in a …read more […]

Not all dividend stocks are created equal. The average dividend yield among S&P companies is only 2%, not much higher than a Treasury bond. Years of low-interest policy from the Fed has worked to push return rates down across the board, and dividend yields – on average – have simply lagged slightly.Of course, that’s an average. You can still find high returns out there, and dividend stocks are a logical place to look. After all, while Fed rates may establish a cap for bond interest, dividends are only limited by the paying company’s overall profits. The sky’s the limit.We’re taking …read more […]

It’s been a pretty great week for Quad/Graphics, Inc. (NYSE:QUAD) shareholders, with its shares surging 14% to US$5.99… …read more […]

(Bloomberg) — Zillow Group Inc. shares are pennies below a record high after the company’s sales beat analyst estimates, yet even bullish backers are urging caution amid the stock’s rapid rise.The home-search firm “needed to come up with something special to finally break out of the recent trading range,” according to one Benchmark analyst, the company “did not disappoint, crushing Homes revenue,” Daniel Kurnos wrote. But even with his bullish buy rating on Zillow, he was cautious that the Street may be getting “well ahead of itself” on sales for the fast-growing unit.Goldman and Wedbush maintained their neutral ratings while …read more […]

Microsoft Chief Executive Satya Nadella said the technology giant will invest $1.1 billion in Mexico over the next five years, according to a promotional video released by the Mexican government on Thursday. Microsoft will build a new data center to deliver “client services to help every organization to really get an advantage and drive digital transformation,” added Nadella, who met with Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador last year. Lopez Obrador, speaking during his daily morning conference, said the investment showed Mexico was an attractive investment destination, touting a strong local currency, stable inflation, and prudent debt management …read more […]

If you own shares in Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD) then it’s worth thinking about how it contributes to the… …read more […]

Yahoo Finance’s Alexis Christoforous, Brian Sozzi and Rick Newman break down the key moments from last night’s Democratic Debate in Las Vegas on The First Trade. …read more […]

Asia will be able to absorb most of the growth in liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply from the second half of 2020, with Europe ceasing to be a balancing market, Royal Dutch Shell said on Thursday. Excess cargoes have been sent to Europe in the past year as global LNG supply has been soaring, in particular from projects in the United States and Australia. Mild weather and the coronavirus outbreak in China helped reduce LNG demand in Asia this winter and LNG prices in Asia have dropped to record lows, while European gas prices are wallowing at more …read more […]

Mortgage applications are down, though mortgage rates remain attractive. Are borrowers snoozing and losing? …read more […]

Those following along with NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NEE) will no doubt be intrigued by the recent purchase of shares… …read more […]

L Brands’ long-time Chief Executive Officer Leslie Wexner would step down from his role following the close of the transaction and become chairman emeritus. L Brands, which has a market valuation of about $7-billion, has seen sales dwindle at its Victoria’s Secret business as it fends off increased competition from online retailers and has also drawn criticism for its lingerie not being inclusive of all body types. …read more […]