Results reactions as of Saturday 13th February 2021 This table shows the performance of stocks since recent results announcements or guidance – stocks are listed in market cap order biggest to smallest: This is some of the research post results this week. Macquarie results – Guidance was typically conservative but the fourth-quarter performance from the…
On the Couch this week features Dr Phil Hodgson CEO of Calix (CXL). Calix is a company looking to create a new Kiln process that makes cement manufacturers far more environmentally friendly cutting CO2 emissions drastically. And its not just cement but a swathe of other applications, including advanced battery materials. As the company says,…
The chart below shows the very close correlation between the iron ore price and the ASX 200 (ASX: XJO) resources sector. (Charts dated 11th February 2021) When you look at this chart you begin to realise that it really doesn’t matter what the broker analysts say, what the earnings forecasts are, what the return on…
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SMA PERFORMANCE MARCUS TODAY GROWTH SMA (MT0001) Source: Praemium The Marcus Today Growth SMA fell 1.71% in January, falling short of the 0.56% rise in the benchmark S&P/ASX 300 Accumulation index. The Growth SMA has risen 6.41% over the past 12 months – outperforming the 2.69% fall in the benchmark index by 9.10% for the…
The Commonwealth Bank (ASX: CBA) results from today are OK but not dazzling. The 67% payout ratio (150c interim dividend up from 98c) is below the 91% pre-pandemic payout ratio and below the company’s stated 70-80% full-year target range. Revenue is down 1% in the first half with net profit down 21% and cash profit…
When it comes to the stock market, there are lies, double meanings, and misleading jargon everywhere, this is why I compiled the Marcus Today Dictionary to help you break through all of the common stock market lies. DOUBLE MEANINGS There are a lot of things in the share market that say one thing but mean…
On the Couch this week features Michael Bacina, a partner at lawyers Piper Alderman talking all things Bitcoin and Blockchain. Michael advises companies dealing with Digital Law: the intersection of cutting edge technology, automation and innovation. He is an expert on digital currencies and digital assets, blockchain projects, smart contract issues as well as FinTech…
I asked my colleagues a question this week. “How do you lose $5,000 in the stockmarket?” You might be interested in the many replies. Here are some of the more sensible ones. They included: Start with $10,000. Try to make $5,000 quickly. Trade Forex from the comfort of your own kitchen. Trade CFDs without understanding…
