Bank of America downgrades hot IPO and Nvidia derivative CoreWeave, citing valuation
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 16, 2025
" Shares of the AI cloud-computing firm have surged more than 37% so far in June and were about 4% higher on Monday.
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JUNE 14, 2025
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What Does It Take to Close a Deal? Jordan Wagner's Multi-Million Dollar Deal Secrets EXPOSED
How2Exit
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Consistent Growth : Premium valuations in company sales hinge on predictable revenue and growth, amid a booming market. Wagner’s team not only identifies potential acquisition targets but also educates business owners about the transaction process. For aspiring business owners, the message is clear: Don't overlook the mundane.
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Continued Growth in Software and IT Services M&A Expected in 2025
Solganick & Co.
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Private Equity Influence: PE-driven deals are expected to reach record highs, driven by the availability of capital and attractive valuations in the software sector. Cybersecurity Concerns: The increasing complexity of cybersecurity threats is leading to consolidation in the cybersecurity sector. About Solganick & Co.
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Bank of America says buy these five stocks that are set to rally in the second half
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 28, 2025
"We expect this to translate to scaling profitability growth and free cash flow generation," Navon said. We expect this to translate to scaling profitability growth and free cash flow generation." The firm said Roku has a plethora of streaming growth opportunities, leaving it well positioned in the second half.
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HSBC downgrades JPMorgan Chase, adopts 'a more cautious stance' on bank stocks
CNBC: Investing
JULY 8, 2025
"While we continue to see the JPMorgan maintaining best-in-class profitability and leadership positions across its businesses, we think the bar is high for JPMorgan and we struggle to justify the current valuation," analyst Saul Martinez wrote in a note. JPM YTD mountain JPMorgan Chase stock in 2025.
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Buy Nvidia, Broadcom and these other underappreciated AI plays, Goldman Sachs says
CNBC: Investing
JULY 10, 2025
He's optimistic on the company's broadening customer base, product leadership and rapid new releases as well as its attractive valuation that he thinks can drive stock outperformance in the medium term. Chipmaker Broadcom should drive outsized market share in custom silicon for hyperscalers, Schneider said.
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A bearish options trade on Apple as the tech giant struggles
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 18, 2025
Fundamentals AAPL trades at a considerable premium over its industry despite lagging growth rates, making its valuation hard to justify based solely on profitability. Valuation risk: The stock's forward PE of 25x suggests that there are substantial risks to its valuation.
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Noted JPMorgan analyst sees shares of Coach retailer jumping more than 30%
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 16, 2025
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JPMorgan's top short ideas for the second half including Tesla
CNBC: Investing
JULY 13, 2025
These short ideas identify companies that JPMorgan analysts believe will see a decline in share price, giving investors an opportunity to profit from those downturns. "Reduced EV subsidies threaten already marginal profitability (EBIT margin below GM & Ford).
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Buyers of this retail stock look exhausted. How to trade a downturn in the shares
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 11, 2025
How to trade a downturn in the shares Published Wed, Jun 11 2025 11:01 AM EDT Tony Zhang @OptionsPlay WATCH LIVE Walmart (WMT) is facing headwinds with looming tariffs likely to erode profit margins amid an already overstretched valuation. Forward PE Ratio: 37.4x vs. Industry Average 18x Price to Sales Ratio: 1.2x
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Truist says this internet retailer's revenue is tracking above expectations so investors should buy the dip
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JUNE 17, 2025
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Baird upgrades this fintech stock, calls for more than 30% upside
CNBC: Investing
JULY 14, 2025
Meanwhile, nCino's management is also confident it can achieve the so-called "Rule of 40," or have a combined revenue growth rate and profit margin that exceeds 40%. inflect growth rates closer to pre-reset levels) are able to fully recapture valuation (at pre-reset level)."
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Single Store Generalist Shops | Why the Era is Coming to an End with Cole Strandberg
Focus Investment Banking
JANUARY 10, 2025
And in a lot of cases, these are very profitable services, but that specialization is going to lead to massive efficiencies throughout your organization. And I think to educate on some of the tactics that the big national consolidators use is smart and timely. You’re going to create a reputation for excellence in that niche.
Analysts move to the sidelines on CoreWeave stock after big surge since IPO
CNBC: Investing
JULY 8, 2025
"However, we believe that the re-positioning of the company as a vertical data center provider changes the valuation structure. "[W]e'd like to see more customer diversification and progress on profitability." As such, we view shares as fairly valued."
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Options traders are betting Nike makes a big move after earnings next week
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 19, 2025
Valuation : Fair value of $80–$85 (P/E 38–40x, EV/EBITDA 22x), supported by comps (Adidas, Lululemon). in either direction and likely still see profits without risking substantial losses in the event the stock is little changed post-earnings. Long-term margin recovery depends on full-price DTC and innovation. (1 Buy NKE Oct.
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Tesla faces a series of technical and fundamental headwinds. This options trade maximizes returns
CNBC: Investing
JULY 16, 2025
Fundamentals Despite industry leading growth and profitability metrics, TSLA trades at an extreme valuation premium relative to its industry peers, significantly raising valuation risks. Analyst caution: Mixed analyst ratings, including a consensus hold rating and skepticism around valuation. Forward PE ratio: 166.4x
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UBS says one retail stock may benefit from China tariffs and could rise as much as 80% as a result
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JUNE 17, 2025
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Play defense with these dividend-paying stocks, says Trivariate Research's Adam Parker
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 16, 2025
The screen does not include valuation since stocks that experience multiple contraction before corrections perform the worst during the corrections, he said. In May, Eli Lilly reported an earnings and revenue beat for its first quarter, but it lowered its full-year profit guidance because of charges related to a cancer treatment deal.
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HSBC upgrades Nike shares after earnings beat, says inflection is 'finally here'
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 27, 2025
While the company said President Donald Trump's tariffs are anticipated to cost it $1 billion prior to price hikes, it also said it expects to see profits and sales declines moderating in the future. This comes as shares surged more than 9% in the premarket Friday after Nike beat analysts' expectations on the top and bottom lines.
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Using options to trade this beaten-down beer giant that Warren Buffett holds
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 30, 2025
However, the current pessimism surrounding the stock appears overdone, possibly presenting a compelling valuation even as many stocks, net of the S & P 500's rally this past week to new all-time highs, are beginning to look stretched.
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A cybersecurity play set to run even higher, and how to trade this week's inflation reports
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 9, 2025
CrowdStrike reported Tuesday where revenue inline with estimates and a better-than-expected profit, but guidance that was below expectations. But Bernstein downgraded CrowdStrike on Friday to market perform from outperform, citing valuation concerns. CrowdStrike trades at roughly 123 times forward earnings.
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On the hunt for cheap stocks due for a second half bounce with Morningstar
CNBC: Investing
JULY 2, 2025
S & P 500 health care stocks are selling at 17 times forward earnings, far below their historical valuation. We think the market is over extrapolating the amount of profitability and growth in the GLP-1 drugs, which Eli Lilly, of course, is, you know, the the poster child for today." market strategist for Morningstar.
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Goldman says this newly public obesity play can surge nearly 60%
CNBC: Investing
JULY 1, 2025
"At current levels — considering the growth trajectory of the business, near-term path to profitability, and below peer valuation — we see OMDA offering compelling risk/reward," Roman wrote in a Monday note to clients. That suggests roughly 58.5%
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Health care is trading at a big discount to the broader market. How to play it using options
CNBC: Investing
JULY 10, 2025
Although the shift toward commercial payers from government programs like Medicaid is expected to enhance profitability, it's clear from UnitedHealth's missteps in this area that there will be some growing pains. How to profit if it does Tony Zhang This energy stock is trading near its lowest valuation on record.
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Infrastructure Investment Banking: Definitions, Deals, and a Dizzying Diversity of Verticals
Mergers and Inquisitions
MAY 14, 2025
But just for fun, here are a few examples: Goldman Sachs : It has a Public Sector and Infrastructure group that seems to combine public finance, transportation, higher education (???), There is no consistency at all, probably because of the issues above. and sports (???).
Oracle reports its earnings after Wednesday’s bell. Here’s what analysts expect
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 11, 2025
We lean positive on underpriced OCI optionality (Stargate/Sovereigns), attractive positioning, and a reasonable valuation." "Confidence in OCI bookings strength should increase investors' appetite to buy into a FY26 rev/eps acceleration, creating a potential look-thru event should Q4 revs disappoint.
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Buy Cisco as it trades at an 'undemanding' valuation, says Deutsche Bank
CNBC: Investing
JUNE 16, 2025
The firm upgraded the digital communications stock to buy from hold in a Sunday note, and increased its price target to $73 per share from $65, suggesting shares will rise 14% from Friday's $64.09 Shares have advanced about 11% so far in 2025.
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EBITDA x5: A Quick Insurance Agency Valuation Rule of Thumb
Sica Fletcher
MARCH 14, 2024
Insurance agency valuation is a critical component of running an M&A deal, but executing this multi-step process well requires a great deal of specialized education and experience. In addition, getting the valuation process started demands a hefty bill and entails poring over extensive documentation for several weeks.
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Unlocking Business Exits with ESOPs: Exit Strong with Employee Ownership with Michael Bannon
How2Exit
MARCH 24, 2024
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How to put the best M&A pros in your corner for every deal
How2Exit
APRIL 16, 2022
People are realizing the profit potential and attractive lifestyle that comes with buying, growing and selling businesses. Articles cover everything needed to close the best deals, including financing, deal flow, market forecasts, buy/sell listings, training/advice/education, and more.
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The Art of the Deal: Steve Rooms' Masterful M&A Strategies, Unraveling the Secrets to Success
How2Exit
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Post-COVID, Steve pursued formal education in M&A, leading to his first acquisition in September 2020. Tune in to explore the fascinating journey of Steve, his approach to valuations, and how he successfully navigated his first acquisition during the tumultuous COVID-19 period. We look at online reviews.
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What Role Does Social Media Play in Increasing Business Sale Value?
Lake Country Advisors
MAY 16, 2024
More than anything, it creates a strong impression during business valuations and financial assessments. By creating content that presents a new way of thinking or educates your customers, you highlight your and your business’s authoritativeness in the industry. Social media trends and algorithms are highly volatile.
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Unveiling the Secrets of Main Street M&A: Insider Tips from M&A Veteran Carl Allen
How2Exit
MAY 20, 2024
rn Today's Guest Host: rn David Green is a seasoned investor and entrepreneur dedicated to helping business owners scale and sell profitable companies. Wealth managers are not trained in the art of business valuation." These elements drive his selective process, ultimately leading to more profitable and fulfilling endeavors.
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Building an Empire - Businesses, Private Equity, And M&A - With Adam Coffey
How2Exit
NOVEMBER 12, 2023
rn Building an empire requires strategic planning, a strong team, and a focus on profitability and growth. To address this knowledge gap, Coffey wrote his first book, "The Private Equity Playbook," to educate a generation about the inner workings of private equity. Um, and so the breadth is endless."
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Celsius shares can rally more than 30% as growth story is 'heating back up,' TD Cowen says in upgrade
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JUNE 16, 2025
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12 Concepts We Can Learn From MID Market M&A to use on SMBs from How2Exit's Interview W/ John Carvalho
How2Exit
JULY 23, 2023
Education and training for both sellers and buyers are crucial in the market. 57:31) Listen Here Key Concepts We Can Learn From this Episode: Concept 1: Valuable Resource For Learning Acquisitions Divestopedia, a leading online educational resource for mid-market mergers and acquisitions, is a valuable resource for learning acquisitions.
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How Branden Coluccio Turned Failure into MILLION-DOLLAR Success
How2Exit
OCTOBER 26, 2024
He has successfully built and exited companies, notably growing a business in the healthcare services industry to a $66 million valuation. Transitioning a business from a profitable managed company into an institutional quality asset… there's a huge gap." Do not get into a deal or an industry that you don't understand."
Commodity Hedge Funds: The Most Lucrative “Hidden Gem” in Finance?
Mergers and Inquisitions
MARCH 8, 2023
Commodity Hedge Fund Definition: A commodity hedge fund buys and sells futures contracts and other derivatives based on mining, energy, power, and agricultural products and earns profits via fundamental and technical analysis; the trading may be systematic, discretionary, or both. If you deliver 5,000 bushels, that’s a profit of $5,000.
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Tyton Partners Introduces New Salon Series
Tyton Partners
APRIL 1, 2024
The Tyton community was thrilled to host Cole and Toby as they discussed their respective organizations’ roles and experiences within the sports and education ecosystem, the impact recent capital markets activities have made in this space, and how they imagine this section of the market may evolve in 2024 and beyond.
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Out Of Pocket Expense
Wall Street Mojo
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Individuals often handle various types of expenses during their day-to-day life which do not come under the purview of getting compensated, like expenses related to the parking or toll payment of a personal vehicle, charity contributions, fees for education, and so on.
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Tax Accounting
Wall Street Mojo
JANUARY 15, 2024
Tax accounting refers to the methods and policies used for the preparation of tax returns and other statements needed for tax compliance and therefore, it provides frameworks and guidelines for arriving at a taxable profit. read more , and taxable profit arises due to a timing issue.
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Our List of 10 Private Equity Firms Investing in Software to Watch
Software Equity Group
MARCH 26, 2024
And it typically boils down to a few common elements that successful SaaS companies do particularly well: High-quality SaaS companies feature predictable, recurring revenues, solid unit economics , and high gross margin and gross profit rates. The firm currently employs 31 professionals. The firm employs 93 professionals.
Single Store Generalist Collision Repair Shops are Going Extinct — But That Could Be a Good Thing
Focus Investment Banking
JANUARY 17, 2025
I think to educate on some of the tactics that the big national consolidators use is smart and timely. Specializing helps a shop build a reputation for excellence in its niche, and bring more services in-house, many of which are highly profitable. You are not limiting yourself by specializing by increasing profitability.
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