Once again Apple (AAPL) reported an outstanding quarter, easily beating consensus estimates that were modestly above the guidance provided three months ago. When we last wrote about Apple, we noted how consistent the company’s financial performance was and how we could almost just repost the prior quarter’s blog. Well, how about this: “In 2Q21 3Q21, […]
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Alphabet (GOOG/GOOGL) reported a second consecutive quarter of blowout earnings, smashing consensus estimates on all line items. Most impressive to us was 38% operating margin, about 700 basis points ahead of expectations. It was only a year or two ago that investors were very concerned about GOOG/L profitability as the company invested aggressively across each […]
We added AT&T (T) to Northlake’s portfolio of individual stocks. Not all clients use individual stocks as part of their strategy, and a few that do may not have purchased T due to unique client constraints. In most cases, the purchase was financed by cash reserves in client accounts. T is a low-risk, moderate-reward way […]
IBM reported another quarter of encouraging results against our investment thesis highlighted by a return to revenue growth at the best level in three years. Growth came from the right places driven by Red Hat and consulting services related to cloud initiatives. Revenue growth of 3% pales in comparison to the cloud leaders including Amazon, […]
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Despite a tough June and second quarter for our Mid Cap and Value recommendations, we are sticking with these themes. Client positions in the S&P Mid Cap 400 (MDY) and Russell 1000 Value (IWD) that are linked to our Market Cap and Style models will be maintained. For clients not invested in our models but […]
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The are no changes to Northlake’s favored themes after the June update. For the third consecutive month, we recommend mid cap and value. Client positions following the models will maintain positions in the S&P 400 Mid Cap (MDY) and the Russell 1000 Value (IWD). Clients using thematic strategies but not invested via the models will […]
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When Home Depot (HD) last reported earnings we noted that the company was performing extremely well, but investors were worried about the company’s ability to grow sales this year compared to the heavy spending on home upgrades during the peak of stay-at-home orders in 2020. 4Q20 also saw some pressure on margins from elevated expenses […]
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Disney (DIS) shares are trading down about -3% on a big up day for the market after reporting 2Q21 results. Despite reporting results ahead of expectations on financial metrics and seeing estimates for revenue, operating income, and EPS rise, the shares are falling due to a shortfall in growth for Disney+ subscribers and management guidance […]
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When Activison Blizzard (ATVI) last reported, we noted that the stock looked fully valued but the company’s excellent track record, recent business strategy enhancements, and potential for positive surprises left us willing to wait out a period of lesser stock performance. 1Q21 was a big step in the right direction with ATVI easily beating Wall […]
Nexstar Media Group (NXST) reported strong 1Q21 earnings highlighted by a faster than expected improvement in core advertising, continued upside in profit margins, and a big beat on EBITDA. Management reaffirmed its key guidance metric based on the average of 2021 and 2022 free cash flow. The cyclical nature of political spending requires use of […]
Another Blowout, Another Cautious Guide For Apple
Once again Apple (AAPL) reported an outstanding quarter, easily beating consensus estimates that were modestly above the guidance provided three months ago. When we last wrote about Apple, we noted how consistent the company’s financial performance was and how we could almost just repost the prior quarter’s blog. Well, how about this: “In 2Q21 3Q21, […]
ABC to XYZ as Alphabet Continues Shine
Alphabet (GOOG/GOOGL) reported a second consecutive quarter of blowout earnings, smashing consensus estimates on all line items. Most impressive to us was 38% operating margin, about 700 basis points ahead of expectations. It was only a year or two ago that investors were very concerned about GOOG/L profitability as the company invested aggressively across each […]
Adding AT&T to Northlake Portfolio
We added AT&T (T) to Northlake’s portfolio of individual stocks. Not all clients use individual stocks as part of their strategy, and a few that do may not have purchased T due to unique client constraints. In most cases, the purchase was financed by cash reserves in client accounts. T is a low-risk, moderate-reward way […]
Another Confidence Building Quarter for IBM
IBM reported another quarter of encouraging results against our investment thesis highlighted by a return to revenue growth at the best level in three years. Growth came from the right places driven by Red Hat and consulting services related to cloud initiatives. Revenue growth of 3% pales in comparison to the cloud leaders including Amazon, […]
Expecting Mid Cap and Value to Resume Leadership
Despite a tough June and second quarter for our Mid Cap and Value recommendations, we are sticking with these themes. Client positions in the S&P Mid Cap 400 (MDY) and Russell 1000 Value (IWD) that are linked to our Market Cap and Style models will be maintained. For clients not invested in our models but […]
Is Value Finally Going to Provide Persistent Leadership?
The are no changes to Northlake’s favored themes after the June update. For the third consecutive month, we recommend mid cap and value. Client positions following the models will maintain positions in the S&P 400 Mid Cap (MDY) and the Russell 1000 Value (IWD). Clients using thematic strategies but not invested via the models will […]
Buy Home Depot. Cheaper Than Buying A House.
When Home Depot (HD) last reported earnings we noted that the company was performing extremely well, but investors were worried about the company’s ability to grow sales this year compared to the heavy spending on home upgrades during the peak of stay-at-home orders in 2020. 4Q20 also saw some pressure on margins from elevated expenses […]
Disney Traditional Businesses Provide Bridge to Renewed Streaming Growth
Disney (DIS) shares are trading down about -3% on a big up day for the market after reporting 2Q21 results. Despite reporting results ahead of expectations on financial metrics and seeing estimates for revenue, operating income, and EPS rise, the shares are falling due to a shortfall in growth for Disney+ subscribers and management guidance […]
A Step Closer to Rewarding Patience at Activision
When Activison Blizzard (ATVI) last reported, we noted that the stock looked fully valued but the company’s excellent track record, recent business strategy enhancements, and potential for positive surprises left us willing to wait out a period of lesser stock performance. 1Q21 was a big step in the right direction with ATVI easily beating Wall […]
Nexstar Cash Flow Harvest Just Beginning
Nexstar Media Group (NXST) reported strong 1Q21 earnings highlighted by a faster than expected improvement in core advertising, continued upside in profit margins, and a big beat on EBITDA. Management reaffirmed its key guidance metric based on the average of 2021 and 2022 free cash flow. The cyclical nature of political spending requires use of […]