value investing

12
Nov
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Chevron: Built for Cash, Not Clicks

Chevron survived the Hess deal distraction. Now at $153 with 80% upstream margins and FCF covering dividends 1.7x, you're paying for discipline at 16.5× earnings. Guyana's $35 breakevens change everything. Target: $170 by 2027.
3 min read
07
Nov
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5 Dividend Kings That Beat ESG Funds at Sustainable Investing

Dividend Kings have raised payouts for 50+ years straight through recessions, rate hikes, and market crashes. Here are five that deliver sustainable income with payout ratios under 70% and cash flow you can count on.
3 min read
27
Sep
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The Costco Thesis

Bottom line: the fees pay for low prices, and low prices keep members hooked. My $1,200-$1,300 target for Costco by 2028.
4 min read
02
Sep
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Value Investing Mistakes to Avoid: Stop Sabotaging Your Returns

Think you're getting a bargain with that 8 P/E stock? You're probably walking into a value trap that'll cost you years of returns.
3 min read
02
Sep
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Applying Value Investing to Real Markets: Beyond the Textbook BS

Value investing isn’t about chasing cheap ratios—it’s about understanding businesses, spotting real bargains, and avoiding traps. Here’s how to apply it in today’s markets.
4 min read
02
Sep
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The Rule Buffett Never Breaks

Warren Buffett calls it the most important rule in investing: margin of safety. It’s not about chasing hype, it’s about building protection against mistakes. Here’s why it still matters—and how to apply it today.
4 min read
30
Aug
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How to Find Undervalued Stocks

Value investing means paying fifty cents for a dollar. Here’s how to find undervalued stocks in 2025 without falling into traps.
4 min read
27
Aug
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The Buffett Myth: Why His Playbook Won’t Make You Rich

Buffett's public tips won't replicate his success. His real advantages—massive float, exclusive access, institutional scale—aren't available to retail investors.
6 min read
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