The NASDAQ 100 has outperformed all the other major indexes for a long time now. Due to its strong run, and the fact that it is dominated by growth companies,…
The Shiller P/E Ratio: What It Means in the Real World
In the world of market valuation metrics, few have gained as much prominence as the Shiller P/E Ratio, also known as the Cyclically Adjusted P/E (CAPE) Ratio. Made famous during…
5 High Shareholder Yield Stocks That Peter Lynch Might Like
Peter Lynch didn’t look for high shareholder yield stocks. He focused on other key variables. But combining his criteria with shareholder yield can produce some interesting results. But before we…
Rising Dividend Aristocrats: 5 Fundamentally Sound Potential Future Additions
Dividend aristocrats have long been prized by income-focused investors for their reliability and consistent dividend growth. These elite companies in the S&P 500 have increased their dividends for at least…
Practical Lessons from Michael Mauboussin
In this episode of Two Quants and a Financial Planner, we dive deep into the investing wisdom of Michael Mauboussin, one of the most respected thinkers in finance. We revisit…
A Fundamental Analysis of the Magnificent 7 - And the 4 That Pass Our Models
The “Magnificent 7” has become a popular term on Wall Street, referring to seven large technology companies that have dominated stock market returns in recent years: Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon,…
Five Guru-Approved High Free Cash Flow Yield Stocks
Free cash flow yield can be an underutilized metric for value investors. Ratios like the PE ratio and price/book can be more popular among investors, but both have significant drawbacks,…
Validea's Top Russell 2000 Stocks - September 2024
Small-cap stocks have underperformed for a long time now. But their fundamentals have not. That has led to many more bargains in the small-cap space than in the big names…
Should Warren Buffett Buy Google? Our Model Based on Him Says Yes
Warren Buffett, the Oracle of Omaha, is known for his value investing strategy and long-term approach to stock picking. While Buffett himself hasn’t publicly expressed interest in buying Google (now…
How Options Influence the Stock Market
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of options and their impact on market dynamics. We start with an “Options Dealer Flows 101” primer, explaining key concepts like…