For the past couple of years I have been posting stock picks to my twitter page which is https://twitter.com/h_marlin. For more perspective I have included some of my past stock picks that have added points within a short amount of time. To contact me please fill out the contact form at the bottom of the page.
March 10, 2017
I recommend shorting the stocks listed below.
Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK)
Devon Energy Corp (NYSE:DVN)
DXP Enterprises Inc (NASDAQ:DXPE)
Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes SA (ADR) (NYSE:GOL)
Resolute Energy Corp (NYSE:REN)
Targa Resources Corp (NYSE:TRGP)
United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:X)
February 17, 2015
Given my research I have found that that the following stocks have been overbought and will fall in price so shorting them would be my recommendation.
Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC)
DineEquity, Inc.(NYSE: DIN)
FARO Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: FARO)
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (NYSE: GBX)
Tesoro Corporation (NYSE: TSO)
April 8, 2014
Below are some stocks that I believe will have some gains over the short-term. Given my other predictions it would behoove anyone reading this to invest quickly in the stocks that I am recommending. All of my recommendations are strong companies that have a major foothold in their respective industries.
Approach Resources Inc. (NASDAQ:AREX)
The Company focuses on oil and gas reserves in oil shale and tight gas sands in the Midland Basin of the greater Permian Basin in West Texas, where it leases approximately 148,000 net acres. Given the recent oil boom and the also the quarter over quarter ROE and ROA increases makes this company a likely candidate to increase in value. ROE 4th quarter 36% last 4th quarter -.52%. ROA 4th quarter 22% last 4th quarter -.40%.
American Railcar Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:ARII)
American Railcar Industries, Inc. is a North American designer and manufacturer of hopper and tank railcars. The Company also leases, repairs and refurbishes railcars, provide fleet management services and design and manufacture certain railcar and industrial components. The next income in 2012 was 63,000,000 versus 86,000,000 in 2013.
The Boeing Company (NYSE:BA)
The Boeing Company (Boeing) is an aerospace company. The Company operates in five segments: Commercial Airplanes, Boeing Military Aircraft (BMA), Network & Space Systems (N&SS), Global Services & Support (GS&S) and Boeing Capital Corporation (BCC). The company continues to gain access to foreign contracts that generally are not given. The U.S. Treasury Department issued a license to The Boeing Co. allowing the company to sell airplane parts to Iran.
Bonanza Creek Energy Inc (NYSE:BCEI)
Bonanza Creek Energy, Inc. is an oil and natural gas company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and production of onshore oil and associated liquids-rich natural gas in the United States. Given the recent oil boom, this company seems ripe for an uptick. Quarter over quarter ROE has a 6% increase.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. (NASDAQ:CBRL)
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. is principally engaged in the operation and development of the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store concept (Cracker Barrel). As of September 18, 2012, the Company operated 620 stores in 42 states. None of its stores is franchised. The company has a strong revenue stream and without franchising the company can thoroughly monitor the financials of all of its outlets.
Diageo plc (ADR) (NYSE:DEO)
Diageo plc (Diageo) is engaged in drinks business. The Company’s business is organized under the business areas of North America, Europe, Africa, Latin America and Caribbean, Asia Pacific and global Supply. Diageo sells products in more than 180 markets around the world. The Company classifies its brands as spirits, beer, wine and ready to drink. The principal acquired brands of the Company includes Crown Royal whisky, Captain Morgan, Johnnie Walker whisky, Yeni raki, Shui Jing Fang Chinese white spirit, Smirnoff vodka, Windsor Premier whisky, Bell's whisky and Bushmills whiskey. Given the propensity for people to consume alcohol and the foothold that the company has on many brands, this company should continue to do well. With continued net Income and equity growth, the company is putting up strong financial numbers. Net income 2012 3,030,000,000 vs. 2013 3,771,000,000. Equity 2012 8,718,000,000 versus 2013 10,677,000,000.
El Paso Pipeline Partners, L.P.(NYSE:EPB)
El Paso Pipeline Partners, L.P. owns and operates interstate natural gas transportation and terminaling facilities. Profitability ratios outpace the industry. Gross margin company – 78% industry – 47%.
Net Profit Margin (TTM) company – 41% industry 16%.
ENSCO PLC (NYSE:ESV)
Ensco plc (Ensco) is a provider of offshore contract drilling services to the international oil and gas industry. Its rig fleet included seven drillships, 13 dynamically positioned semisubmersible rigs, seven moored semisubmersible rigs, 49 jackup rigs and one barge rig. Its customers include national and international oil companies. As the oil boom continues, well positioned drilling companies can do well and that is where Ensco comes in. Ensco has offshore drilling rigs operating in every major area of the world which provides it with protection against regime risk. Ensco has one of the youngest ultra-deepwater fleets among its largest peers and these rigs are greatly preferred by customers compared to older rigs. These modern rigs allow the company to achieve higher margins than many of its peers. Ensco has six new rigs under construction that should increase its revenue and cash flow once they have left the shipyard.
FleetCor Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:FLT)
FleetCor Technologies, Inc. is an independent global provider of fuel cards and workforce payment products and services to businesses, commercial fleets, major oil companies, petroleum marketers and government entities in countries throughout North America, Latin America and Europe. It provides its payment products and services in a variety of combinations to create customized payment solutions for its customers and partners. Fleetcor recently signed an agreement to provide a full service outsourcing solution for CST Brands, Inc. in Canada (CST).
Mohawk Industries, Inc. (NYSE:MHK)
Mohawk Industries, Inc. (Mohawk) is a producer of floor covering products for residential and commercial applications in the United States and residential applications in Europe. The Company is a carpet and rug manufacturer and manufacturers, marketers and distributors of ceramic tile, natural stone and hardwood flooring in the United States, as well as a producer of laminate flooring in the United States and Europe. Sales (TTM) vs TTM 1year ago are up 27%.
Oasis Petroleum Inc. (NYSE:OAS)
Oasis Petroleum Inc. is an exploration and production company. The Company focuses on the acquisition and development of unconventional oil and natural gas resources in the Montana and North Dakota regions of the Williston Basin. The company’s borrowing base has been increased by $300 million along with strong growth in the petroleum sector makes OAS an attractive option.
Overstock.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:OSTK)
Overstock.com, Inc. (Overstock) is an online retailer offering discount brand name, non-brand name and closeout merchandise, including bed-and-bath goods, home decor, kitchenware, furniture, watches and jewelry, apparel, electronics and computers, sporting goods, and designer accessories, among other products. The Company is also a channel through, which customers can purchase cars, insurance and travel products and services. Boasting consecutive years of operating, net, and gross margin gains makes the company a solid investment. ROA(TTM) company 35%, industry 17%.
Precision Castparts Corp. (NYSE:PCP)
Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) is a manufacturer of metal components and products, provides investment castings, forgings and fasteners/fastener systems for critical aerospace and industrial gas turbine (IGT) applications. PCP's revenue growth has slightly outpaced the industry average of 7.2%. Since the same quarter one year prior, revenues rose by 15.9%. Growth in the company's revenue appears to have helped boost the earnings per share. The current debt-to-equity ratio, 0.33, is low and is below the industry average, implying that there has been successful management of debt levels. Along with the favorable debt-to-equity ratio, the company maintains an adequate quick ratio of 1.16, which illustrates the ability to avoid short-term cash problems. PRECISION CASTPARTS CORP has improved earnings per share by 27.1% in the most recent quarter compared to the same quarter a year ago. The company has demonstrated a pattern of positive earnings per share growth over the past two years. We feel that this trend should continue. During the past fiscal year, PRECISION CASTPARTS CORP increased its bottom line by earning $9.75 versus $8.45 in the prior year. This year, the market expects an improvement in earnings ($11.93 versus $9.75).
Sturm, Ruger & Company (NYSE:RGR)
Sturm Ruger & Co Inc, formerly Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., is engaged in the design, manufacture, and sale of firearms to domestic customers. The Company operates in two segments: firearms and investment castings. Considering the consecutive years net income growth and stealth market Sturm, Ruger & Company is a sound investment.
Steiner Leisure Ltd (NASDAQ:STNR)
Steiner Leisure Limited (Steiner Leisure) is a provider of spa services. Steiner Leisure provides beauty, wellness and education. The Company operates its business through four segments: Spa Operations, Products, Schools and Laser Hair Removal. The company has a increased its quarter over quarter income growth from $11.8 million to $13 million.
March 10, 2017
I recommend shorting the stocks listed below.
Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK)
Devon Energy Corp (NYSE:DVN)
DXP Enterprises Inc (NASDAQ:DXPE)
Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes SA (ADR) (NYSE:GOL)
Resolute Energy Corp (NYSE:REN)
Targa Resources Corp (NYSE:TRGP)
United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:X)
February 17, 2015
Given my research I have found that that the following stocks have been overbought and will fall in price so shorting them would be my recommendation.
Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC)
DineEquity, Inc.(NYSE: DIN)
FARO Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: FARO)
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (NYSE: GBX)
Tesoro Corporation (NYSE: TSO)
April 8, 2014
Below are some stocks that I believe will have some gains over the short-term. Given my other predictions it would behoove anyone reading this to invest quickly in the stocks that I am recommending. All of my recommendations are strong companies that have a major foothold in their respective industries.
Approach Resources Inc. (NASDAQ:AREX)
The Company focuses on oil and gas reserves in oil shale and tight gas sands in the Midland Basin of the greater Permian Basin in West Texas, where it leases approximately 148,000 net acres. Given the recent oil boom and the also the quarter over quarter ROE and ROA increases makes this company a likely candidate to increase in value. ROE 4th quarter 36% last 4th quarter -.52%. ROA 4th quarter 22% last 4th quarter -.40%.
American Railcar Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:ARII)
American Railcar Industries, Inc. is a North American designer and manufacturer of hopper and tank railcars. The Company also leases, repairs and refurbishes railcars, provide fleet management services and design and manufacture certain railcar and industrial components. The next income in 2012 was 63,000,000 versus 86,000,000 in 2013.
The Boeing Company (NYSE:BA)
The Boeing Company (Boeing) is an aerospace company. The Company operates in five segments: Commercial Airplanes, Boeing Military Aircraft (BMA), Network & Space Systems (N&SS), Global Services & Support (GS&S) and Boeing Capital Corporation (BCC). The company continues to gain access to foreign contracts that generally are not given. The U.S. Treasury Department issued a license to The Boeing Co. allowing the company to sell airplane parts to Iran.
Bonanza Creek Energy Inc (NYSE:BCEI)
Bonanza Creek Energy, Inc. is an oil and natural gas company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and production of onshore oil and associated liquids-rich natural gas in the United States. Given the recent oil boom, this company seems ripe for an uptick. Quarter over quarter ROE has a 6% increase.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. (NASDAQ:CBRL)
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. is principally engaged in the operation and development of the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store concept (Cracker Barrel). As of September 18, 2012, the Company operated 620 stores in 42 states. None of its stores is franchised. The company has a strong revenue stream and without franchising the company can thoroughly monitor the financials of all of its outlets.
Diageo plc (ADR) (NYSE:DEO)
Diageo plc (Diageo) is engaged in drinks business. The Company’s business is organized under the business areas of North America, Europe, Africa, Latin America and Caribbean, Asia Pacific and global Supply. Diageo sells products in more than 180 markets around the world. The Company classifies its brands as spirits, beer, wine and ready to drink. The principal acquired brands of the Company includes Crown Royal whisky, Captain Morgan, Johnnie Walker whisky, Yeni raki, Shui Jing Fang Chinese white spirit, Smirnoff vodka, Windsor Premier whisky, Bell's whisky and Bushmills whiskey. Given the propensity for people to consume alcohol and the foothold that the company has on many brands, this company should continue to do well. With continued net Income and equity growth, the company is putting up strong financial numbers. Net income 2012 3,030,000,000 vs. 2013 3,771,000,000. Equity 2012 8,718,000,000 versus 2013 10,677,000,000.
El Paso Pipeline Partners, L.P.(NYSE:EPB)
El Paso Pipeline Partners, L.P. owns and operates interstate natural gas transportation and terminaling facilities. Profitability ratios outpace the industry. Gross margin company – 78% industry – 47%.
Net Profit Margin (TTM) company – 41% industry 16%.
ENSCO PLC (NYSE:ESV)
Ensco plc (Ensco) is a provider of offshore contract drilling services to the international oil and gas industry. Its rig fleet included seven drillships, 13 dynamically positioned semisubmersible rigs, seven moored semisubmersible rigs, 49 jackup rigs and one barge rig. Its customers include national and international oil companies. As the oil boom continues, well positioned drilling companies can do well and that is where Ensco comes in. Ensco has offshore drilling rigs operating in every major area of the world which provides it with protection against regime risk. Ensco has one of the youngest ultra-deepwater fleets among its largest peers and these rigs are greatly preferred by customers compared to older rigs. These modern rigs allow the company to achieve higher margins than many of its peers. Ensco has six new rigs under construction that should increase its revenue and cash flow once they have left the shipyard.
FleetCor Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:FLT)
FleetCor Technologies, Inc. is an independent global provider of fuel cards and workforce payment products and services to businesses, commercial fleets, major oil companies, petroleum marketers and government entities in countries throughout North America, Latin America and Europe. It provides its payment products and services in a variety of combinations to create customized payment solutions for its customers and partners. Fleetcor recently signed an agreement to provide a full service outsourcing solution for CST Brands, Inc. in Canada (CST).
Mohawk Industries, Inc. (NYSE:MHK)
Mohawk Industries, Inc. (Mohawk) is a producer of floor covering products for residential and commercial applications in the United States and residential applications in Europe. The Company is a carpet and rug manufacturer and manufacturers, marketers and distributors of ceramic tile, natural stone and hardwood flooring in the United States, as well as a producer of laminate flooring in the United States and Europe. Sales (TTM) vs TTM 1year ago are up 27%.
Oasis Petroleum Inc. (NYSE:OAS)
Oasis Petroleum Inc. is an exploration and production company. The Company focuses on the acquisition and development of unconventional oil and natural gas resources in the Montana and North Dakota regions of the Williston Basin. The company’s borrowing base has been increased by $300 million along with strong growth in the petroleum sector makes OAS an attractive option.
Overstock.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:OSTK)
Overstock.com, Inc. (Overstock) is an online retailer offering discount brand name, non-brand name and closeout merchandise, including bed-and-bath goods, home decor, kitchenware, furniture, watches and jewelry, apparel, electronics and computers, sporting goods, and designer accessories, among other products. The Company is also a channel through, which customers can purchase cars, insurance and travel products and services. Boasting consecutive years of operating, net, and gross margin gains makes the company a solid investment. ROA(TTM) company 35%, industry 17%.
Precision Castparts Corp. (NYSE:PCP)
Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) is a manufacturer of metal components and products, provides investment castings, forgings and fasteners/fastener systems for critical aerospace and industrial gas turbine (IGT) applications. PCP's revenue growth has slightly outpaced the industry average of 7.2%. Since the same quarter one year prior, revenues rose by 15.9%. Growth in the company's revenue appears to have helped boost the earnings per share. The current debt-to-equity ratio, 0.33, is low and is below the industry average, implying that there has been successful management of debt levels. Along with the favorable debt-to-equity ratio, the company maintains an adequate quick ratio of 1.16, which illustrates the ability to avoid short-term cash problems. PRECISION CASTPARTS CORP has improved earnings per share by 27.1% in the most recent quarter compared to the same quarter a year ago. The company has demonstrated a pattern of positive earnings per share growth over the past two years. We feel that this trend should continue. During the past fiscal year, PRECISION CASTPARTS CORP increased its bottom line by earning $9.75 versus $8.45 in the prior year. This year, the market expects an improvement in earnings ($11.93 versus $9.75).
Sturm, Ruger & Company (NYSE:RGR)
Sturm Ruger & Co Inc, formerly Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., is engaged in the design, manufacture, and sale of firearms to domestic customers. The Company operates in two segments: firearms and investment castings. Considering the consecutive years net income growth and stealth market Sturm, Ruger & Company is a sound investment.
Steiner Leisure Ltd (NASDAQ:STNR)
Steiner Leisure Limited (Steiner Leisure) is a provider of spa services. Steiner Leisure provides beauty, wellness and education. The Company operates its business through four segments: Spa Operations, Products, Schools and Laser Hair Removal. The company has a increased its quarter over quarter income growth from $11.8 million to $13 million.
November 5, 2013
All of the companies listed below are prime for growth. Expect at least a 5 point gain.
ACN Accenture
AGU Agrium Inc. Buy at $84.00!
CVRR CVR Refining LP
EAC Erickson Air-Crane Inc
ESV ENSCO PLC
HFC HollyFrontier Corp
JOY Joy Global Inc.
NRCIB National Research Corporation
PCP Precision Castparts Corp
SCSS Select Comfort Corp.
SODA Sodastream International Ltd
For the past couple of years I have been posting stock picks to my twitter page which is https://twitter.com/h_marlin. For more perspective I have included some of my past stock picks that have added points within a short amount of time. My e-mail address is [email protected].
A Agilent Technologies Inc.
Price 10/16/2012 - $37.91
Price 01/09/2013 - $43.35
CGNX Cognex Corporation
Price 10/16/2012 - $36.07
Price 02/06/2013 - $42.24
Price 08/01/2013 - $55.74
FAST Fastenal Company
Price 10/16/2012 - $44.92
Price 05/31/2013 - $52.18
FEIC FEI Company
Price 10/16/2012 - $51.52
Price 01/14/2013 - $57.91
Price 08/05/2013 - $73.97
NUS Nu Skin Enterprises Inc.
Price 10/16/2012 - $43.84
Price 04/17/2013 - $49.53
Price 08/01/2013 - $87.26
PCP Precision Castparts Corp.
Price 10/16/2012 - $167.77
Price 11/23/2012 - $179.34
Price 07/11/2013 – $237.27
SODA SodaStream International Ltd.
Price 10/16/2012 - $38.26
Price 01/04/2013 - $48.69
Price 07/10/2013 - $76.11
RGR Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc.
Price 07/12/2012 – $41.51
Price 09/18/2013 - $51.28
All of the companies listed below are prime for growth. Expect at least a 5 point gain.
ACN Accenture
AGU Agrium Inc. Buy at $84.00!
CVRR CVR Refining LP
EAC Erickson Air-Crane Inc
ESV ENSCO PLC
HFC HollyFrontier Corp
JOY Joy Global Inc.
NRCIB National Research Corporation
PCP Precision Castparts Corp
SCSS Select Comfort Corp.
SODA Sodastream International Ltd
For the past couple of years I have been posting stock picks to my twitter page which is https://twitter.com/h_marlin. For more perspective I have included some of my past stock picks that have added points within a short amount of time. My e-mail address is [email protected].
A Agilent Technologies Inc.
Price 10/16/2012 - $37.91
Price 01/09/2013 - $43.35
CGNX Cognex Corporation
Price 10/16/2012 - $36.07
Price 02/06/2013 - $42.24
Price 08/01/2013 - $55.74
FAST Fastenal Company
Price 10/16/2012 - $44.92
Price 05/31/2013 - $52.18
FEIC FEI Company
Price 10/16/2012 - $51.52
Price 01/14/2013 - $57.91
Price 08/05/2013 - $73.97
NUS Nu Skin Enterprises Inc.
Price 10/16/2012 - $43.84
Price 04/17/2013 - $49.53
Price 08/01/2013 - $87.26
PCP Precision Castparts Corp.
Price 10/16/2012 - $167.77
Price 11/23/2012 - $179.34
Price 07/11/2013 – $237.27
SODA SodaStream International Ltd.
Price 10/16/2012 - $38.26
Price 01/04/2013 - $48.69
Price 07/10/2013 - $76.11
RGR Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc.
Price 07/12/2012 – $41.51
Price 09/18/2013 - $51.28