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Dec 6, 2018
Trade Uncertainty Update
Image Source: John Karakatsanis. The arrest of a high profile Chinese tech executive has renewed concerns over trade tensions after the US markets were closed for a day of remembrance for the 41st President of the US. Also, the Fed released its Beige Book.
Dec 4, 2018
What’s Weighing on the Markets
Renewed concerns over the severity of trade tensions, a flattening yield curve, negative news out of the homebuilding space and other geopolitical uncertainties have investors feeling anxious. December 4 marked the worst day for the Dow Jones Industrial Average since October 10.
Dec 4, 2018
Dollar General Slips on Lower Bottom-Line Guidance
Simulated Best Ideas Newsletter portfolio idea Dollar General continues to deliver consistent top-line performance, but higher than expected expenses in the second half of its fiscal 2018, including hurricane-related expenses and rising transportation costs, resulted in a reduction of operating margin and diluted earnings per share guidance. Net sales growth expectations were also tempered slightly.
Nov 30, 2018
In the News: Conflicting Crude Oil Reports, All Eyes on G20 Summit, HP Battling Through Tariffs, Altria Eyes Crown Juul of E-Cigs
Let’s take a look at some top stories across the markets, including conflicting reports on the likelihood of a crude oil production cut agreement from OPEC and Russia, implications of the G20 Summit this weekend, HP’s solid fiscal fourth quarter report, and Altria’s potential acquisition of a stake in noted private e-cig maker Juul.
Nov 29, 2018
United Technologies Announces Separation Plans
Image Source: United Technologies Investor Presentation. United Technologies completed the acquisition of Rockwell Collins and announced plans to separate into three independent companies.
Nov 28, 2018
Cardinal Health Battling Bottom-Line Headwinds
Image Source: Global Panorama. Healthcare product distributor and Dividend Aristocrat Cardinal Health has had its share price performance in 2018 dampened by a number of factors, including generic drug price deflation weighing on its ‘Pharmaceutical’ segment, struggles in its ‘Medical’ segment, and the potential for disruption within its industry.
Nov 27, 2018
Traffic Improves, Pricing Leads Comps Growth at Cracker Barrel
Image Source: Mike Mozart. Cracker Barrel’s fiscal 2019 first quarter report revealed improving traffic trends from the previous quarter, and menu price hikes continue to help drive average transaction value higher. Margin performance is worth watching, but we like that management is continuing to invest in its growth initiatives.
Nov 26, 2018
In The News: Record-Low Smoking Rates, China Steel Demand Concerns, and a New Look GM
US smoking rates are at all-time lows, and the FDA is pushing to restrict sales of menthol products and flavored e-cigarettes. Meanwhile General Motors has announced an accelerated restructuring plan, and concerns have cropped up regarding steel demand in China.
Nov 23, 2018
Deere Expects Replacement Cycle to Continue Despite Trade Tensions
Image Source: David Wright. Deere & Co’s fiscal 2018 fourth quarter report included expectations for the replacement cycle for farm machinery to continue despite global trade tensions and other geopolitical uncertainty. Its equipment operations have performed well of late as it continues to ride a wave of solid demand.
Nov 21, 2018
Consumer Staples Earnings Roundup
Image Source: Mike Mozart. Let’s take a look at the earnings reports of some of the largest consumer staples companies. Margin performance left a good deal to be desired across the space as transportation and raw material costs are largely on the rise, and organic growth trends could be better. Companies included: Kellogg, Kraft Heinz, Kimberly-Clark, and Colgate Palmolive.


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