Investment Q&A

Q: Just out of curiosity, what do you think about Mr. Trump’s company (Truth Social) that has recently gone public? I see that it’s up 11.99% at the moment, is it the novelty effect that’s causing this? Thank you

Q: These two stocks were recommended as AI growth investments relating to data centres. Could you provide a comparison of the two in terms of upside downside relative valuation and whether you would buy either or both at this time with confidence for a 3 year hold. Thank you.

Q: Hi 5i
ALAB- Astera labs is not in your data base.... I would like your opinion on this semiconductor based connectivity company...looks like it had recent IPO..SP has gone a little crazy... Is this an investable at this time or requires more time to settle down.... Would 5i have any interest at this time?
thx

Q: Hi there, your thoughts on FLUT after reporting and conf. call?

Would you continue to hold for the FanD IPO, and longer?

Any info on them moving away from the LSE to NYSE only?

Thanks for all your help!

Q: Hi, Powell Industries seems to be in the right sector of electrical infrastructure and stock has done very well. However, as noted in your recent comments, it has been quite volatile, specially after the last quarterly results released in January.

The founder CEO, Mr Thomas Powell has sold bunch of shares in late 2023, as well over 50,000 shares, over a period of several days, between Feb and March, this year, ( $154 to $187 ). In addition, as per F144 filed on March 4, he intends to sell additional 200,000 shares, of which only 4000 shares have been sold on March 4 ( $185-$189 ). So, effectively, there continues to be an overhang of an impending sale of remaining shares, in the market.

Does it explain the sharp and precipitous decline of the stock over past 3 weeks ?

Is this a red flag and limits the future upside of this stock ?

On the bright side, Mr Powell still owns over 2.2 mln shares, which is about 22% of issued and o/s common shares of Powell Industries.

In your opinion, is the price decline of $45 from its recent high is overdone and POWL is a decent buy now, based on current valuation, minimal debt and future growth potential ?

We purchased the shares recently and own with ACB of $160 ( 1.25% weight ) to complement our HPS.a 3% position. Do you recommend holding the shares and add at current level or wait for next quarter ?

Thank You

Q: Hi - are you current fans of the US homebuilding stocks (and their macro environment) for next 12-18 months? If so, what stocks do you prefer to buy at current prices (and a brief "why")? Many thanks as always!

Q: Hi 5i
BXSL has had a nice run up.... and still generates a 9.8% yield.
Is this a best of both worlds kind of stock? BX is something of a powerhouse company.
BXSL ok for both reliable income and decent growth?

Thank you.

Q: I have held Magna for multiple years, and with the execption of a surge in value three years ago (which it eventually surrendered), it is at pretty much my original purchase price. I have been considering a switch to Amazon, as I cannot think of a more dominant player in the consumer cyclical space. I had also considered starting a position in Aritzia, but I am not as confident in its profile as I am with Amazon. The position of this investment is 4% of portfolio, if the exposure level has any influence at all on the analysis. One potential tailwind for Magna could be manufacture of parts for battery electric vehicles, which should increase in demand over the next five years: my understanding is that MG provides many such parts to multiple companies that make these particular automobiles.

Would a switch from MG to AMZN be prudent, or is there a stronger case to be made for staying put? As always, thanks so much for your insights, and I look forward to your response.

Q: What is a good price for buying Google?

Thank you.

Howard

Q: Hi could you please provide an update on your thoughts on ALLY? Last comment was November 2022. Has had a significant run up in share price since then, what's changed?
Thanks

Q: Ulta has been beat up most recently…Can you comment on it specifically and offer any thoughts on adding?

Q: I’ve held this name for 6 years and haven’t made a cent. Global warming may ultimately be the demise of this business. Looking to replace with a high growth U.S. name. What other businesses with a market cap less than 20 Billion would you put on the same growth trajectory as CELH?
Thanks

Q: SMCI has raised cash twice in the last 6 months, arguably much more cash than they really need which has increased speculation about possible acquisitions.

From their corporate presentations we know VRT have planned to scale production of a newly acquired liquid cooling technology over 40x through the course of this year. Seems like something that would take some up front capital investment. Does your crystal ball foresee VRT raising cash? Do they need to raise cash or is cash flow strong enough to grow the business?

Thanks.

Q: May I please have your current outlook for MP Materials?
With appreciation,
Ed

Q: As Cerberas is not publicly traded, you may not have much to say but I thought I would ask. I read an article from Forbes, “Cerebras Update: The Wafer Scale Engine 3 Is A Door Opener” detailing their technology. With all of the fever surrounding AI, I found the discussion interesting, albeit over my head.
Any thoughts on their technology and its prospects to be adopted more widely? Any thoughts on weather they might eventually go public? Their web site has a link to a private equity investment for as little as $5000. Is this an option for a regular Joe like me?
Thanks In advance for any insights you very wise folks may have.

Q: AI is expected to increase data generation requiring "massive increases in bandwidth" [BAC] to transmit that data. Which companies are investable to provide the equipment to handle the data increase. What target buy prices would you advise. Please rank your top 3 ?

Q: Good day your thoughts on SNOW at this current level?

Q: What is a good exit point on paypal, do you see it going up much more?

Q: What are your thoughts on Tidewater as an investment? Momentum and financials seem to be improving over the last 3 years.

Q: Hi 5i Team,

I know you like SAIA and they have definitely had a formidable run over the last year.

Do you see the current share price as a decent entry point for a 5 year hold?

Is it an expensive stock and would you be buyers today?
Also - do you know if they own their trucks or are they owner/operator?

Thanks so much for all you do!