Posts by: Steve Birenberg
Northlake’s Style model moved to a neutral reading for February, showing no favoritism for growth vs. value. This change leads to the sale of one half of client positions in…
Comcast (CMCSA) reported an inline quarter with upside in the closely watched video and broadband subscriber metrics. Consolidated revenues grew 4% and adjusted EBITDA was flat after taking into account…
Northlake’s Market Cap model shifted from small cap to mid cap to start 2018. The Style model still recommends growth although the underlying indicators shifted strongly toward value. The new…
There are no changes to the recommendations from Northlake’s Market Cap and Style models for December. The Market Cap model remains on a small cap signal for the second consecutive…
During November, Liberty Media reported third quarter earnings and hosted its annual analyst meeting. A portion of the Northlake client base owns stock in companies controlled by Liberty Media including…
TV stocks have had a good rally in the past week for the first time since May. Among Northlake positions, this includes Disney (DIS), CBS Corporation (CBS), and Nexstar Media…
We have been wrong on Liberty Global (LBTYK) for more than two years. The shares peaked at over $50 in 2015 and now sit at $30. The $50 price was…
Apple (AAPL) reported good September quarter earnings driven by better than expected revenue everywhere but iPhones. Profit margins were a little light driven by the mix shift away from iPhones. …
Northlake’s Market Cap shifted to small cap for November. The Style model still recommends growth. Given these fresh signals, client positions following the Market Cap model will sell holdings in…
Comcast (CMCSA) reported in line results for 3Q17 although admittedly expectations on subscriber metrics had been reduced after the company adjusted its guidance. Financial results matched initial expectations and were…