Valuabl

Valuabl is a Substack focused on value investing, analyzing stocks, market trends, and economic factors affecting investment decisions. It shares research on undervalued companies, impacts of monetary policies, and investment strategies, providing insights into various sectors including technology, media, real estate, and aerospace.

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Investment idea | Metcash Limited

3 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
💰 Finance Investment
  1. Investment idea focuses on Metcash Limited in Australia
  2. The company aims to gain market share from competitors like Woolies, Coles, and Aldi
  3. Challenges are expected in this endeavor

Valuabl | Vol. 3, No. 4

2 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
💰 Finance Economy Investment Interest Rates Stock Market Bonds
  1. Higher interest rates can paradoxically cause higher inflation due to complex economic relationships.
  2. Jerome Powell, head of the Federal Reserve, faces challenges in using rate hikes to control inflation.
  3. Understanding the cost of capital is crucial for interpreting changes in stock and bond prices.

Vol. 4, No. 2 — Winging it

0 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
💰 Finance Stocks Economics Investment Productivity
  1. Boeing's stock price is in a nosedive, and investors should be cautious about buying
  2. The British economy is struggling with low productivity due to credit contraction, lack of capital investment, and rising house prices
  3. Forecasts for Boeing stock's value are too optimistic, with more downside risk than upside potential

Vol. 4, No. 1 — The long and short of it

0 implied HN points • 05 Jan 24
💰 Finance Economics Investment Stocks Debt Ceiling Interest Rates
  1. Valuabl reflected on their economic predictions and stock picks from 2023 - some were successful, but value investing lagged behind growth tech stocks.
  2. Rate hikes can be regressive, benefiting the rich and putting a strain on the poor through increased credit card bills and mortgage costs.
  3. 2023 was profitable overall for Valuabl, but it was a tough year to beat the market, showcasing the challenges of outperforming in the investment world.
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Vol. 4, No. 5 — r/IPO

0 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
💰 Finance Investment Market Stocks IPO Valuation
  1. Reddit is going public with an IPO, but details are vague - be cautious as expected valuation seems high
  2. Investors interested in Reddit's IPO should consider their portfolio and the offer price before deciding to buy shares
  3. Reddit has a successful platform and valuable data, but potential investors should be wary of the frothy expected valuation typical of IPOs

Vol. 4, No. 6 — Tick-tock for TikTok

0 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
💰 Finance Stocks Economics Market Analysis
  1. American lawmakers are considering banning TikTok due to concerns over Chinese ownership, potentially affecting the app's value significantly
  2. The increase in new homes being built will lead to more options for renters, causing vacancy rates to rise and rents to fall, ultimately lowering inflation
  3. The American government is using similar tactics as China by leveraging its market power to influence decisions, as seen in the TikTok situation

Vol. 3, No. 20 — For Fox sake

0 implied HN points • 29 Sep 23
💼 Business Media Investment Crypto Market Analysis Ethics
  1. Rupert Murdoch's son will take partial control of Fox Corporation, but Rupert will still have a significant influence, potentially hindering the company's progress.
  2. A report indicates that most NFTs end up being worthless, showing the volatility and uncertainty of the NFT market.
  3. The market tends to undervalue companies considered ethically dubious, like Fox, which may result in continued undervaluation unless the company changes its image.

Vol. 3, No. 22 — The Everything Portfolio

0 implied HN points • 27 Oct 23
💰 Finance Investing Real Estate Diversification Stocks Bonds
  1. The Everything Portfolio recommends diversifying across stocks, bonds, and real estate to boost risk-adjusted returns.
  2. Real estate has historically outperformed stocks and bonds in terms of risk-adjusted returns over the past 130 years.
  3. Including real estate in an investment portfolio can help reduce risk and improve returns due to its unique performance characteristics.

Vol. 4, No. 4 — Owning the world

0 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
💰 Finance Investing Wealth Management Market Analysis Economics
  1. The Norwegian sovereign wealth fund, known as the Oil Fund, has made Norwegians incredibly wealthy by investing surplus oil profits and growing by 18.7% annually, ensuring long-lasting riches for generations to come.
  2. The American consumer is doing fine amidst market uncertainties, indicating stability and resilience in the economy.
  3. A market correction is expected in the near future, suggesting a potential downturn that investors need to be prepared for.

Vol. 4, No. 3 — No headroom for headsets

0 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
💰 Finance Investing Stocks Markets Economics Business
  1. Apple released a new virtual reality headset called Vision Pro, but it may not be a mainstream consumer success due to its design and lack of personal interaction like smartphones.
  2. Investors are overly hyped about Apple's new device, which may not make it a good investment as the shares are considered expensive.
  3. Virtual and augmented reality headsets like the Vision Pro may have commercial and professional uses, such as in architecture and real estate, but may not be ideal for personal daily use.