ETF Basics – What You Need to Know
By Leslie N. Masonson, MBA On January 22, 1993, a groundbreaking development unfolded on the American Stock Exchange (AMEX): the first U.S.-listed exchange-traded fund (ETF) made its debut. This financial innovation, introduced by the State Street Global Advisors, bore the name SPDR® S&P 500 ETF with the ticker symbol SPY. It boasted a unique characteristic, comprising a diversified basket [...]
Does Market Timing Work? Historical Data to Back it Up
The world of investing is fraught with debates, and perhaps one of the most contentious is the practice of market timing. Market timing is as divisive as it is intriguing. It’s a method that some investors swear by while others vehemently dismiss. The allure of profiting from correctly predicting market fluctuations is undeniable. Yet, the fear of incorrectly calling the [...]
Lululemon Boosts Guidance and Scores 13% Gain on Earnings: 3 Other Reasons We Love This Stock
Lululemon (LULU) decided to end the week with a bang as it reported fiscal first-quarter earnings Thursday evening, resulting in a trading frenzy Friday morning. The athleticwear company beat analyst estimates for both earnings and sales figures. EPS of $2.28 topped the expected $1.98, while revenue of $2 billion outperformed the estimated $1.93 billion analysts were looking for. Profitability [...]
Why Did C3.ai Drop 12%+ After Earnings Beat, and What Should Investors Do Now?
After the market closed yesterday, C3.ai (AI) reported fiscal 4th quarter earnings. The company exceeded analyst estimates for revenue and profit alike - and yet, the stock fell off a cliff. Revenue of $72.4 million came in well above the $71 million estimation from Wall Street. And while the company still reported a negative EPS, it was a narrower [...]
The ETF Revolution Is in Full Swing: Consider Educating Yourself Before Investing
By Leslie N. Masonson, MBA The Industrial Revolution from 1760 to 1840 unleashed a sea-change of dramatic and unheard-of shifts in the industrial growth and dominance of the United States. There are of course two more recent impactful events that have changed our way of interacting, working, and shopping. The first, of course, is the introduction of the Internet [...]
Advanced Auto Parts Drops 33% After Abysmal Earnings and Outlook – is it Time to Cut Losses?
This morning, Advanced Auto Parts (AAP) released first-quarter earnings that came in way under expectations. Along with a dismal earnings report, the company weakened its outlook and slashed its quarterly dividend. Safe to say things are tumultuous right now for the North Carolina-based company. While analysts were expecting an EPS of $2.57/share, the company reported a mere $0.72/share. Revenue [...]
