FAST Graphs
Finding Value In Consumer Durables – A Very Diverse Sector: Part 3
2019-02-06
Introduction This is part 3 of a series where I have conducted a simple screening looking for value over the overall market based on industry classifications and subindustry classifications reported by FactSet Research Systems, Inc. In part 1 found here I covered the Consumer Services Sector. In part 2 found here I covered the Communication […]
New Layout Video-FAST Graphs Launching New Version January 1, 2019
2018-12-19
Team FAST Graphs is Pleased to Announce the Launch Date of Our New and Improved Research Tool We are pleased to announce that we will be launching our new and improved FAST Graphs research tool on January 1, 2019. Importantly, the core FAST Graphs will continue to function just as they always have. However, with […]
Stock Selection Options by Category: Part 2A
2018-10-30
Introduction In part 1 of this series titled “How Many Stocks Should I Own?” found here, I focused primarily on how many stocks an investor might need to hold in a stock portfolio for adequate diversification. In this part 2, my focus will shift to category selections. Instead of how many stocks to own, this […]
How Many Stocks Should I Own? Part 1
2018-10-26
Introduction One of the most commonly asked questions I receive from investors is: how many stocks should I put in my portfolio? This is a widely debated subject that is most commonly referred to as concentrated versus widely diversified portfolio construction. Of course, the widely diversified camp likes holding a lot of stocks and therefore […]
FAST Graphs – Honeydew Dividend Line – Explanation and Video
2018-10-23
There has been a lot of misunderstanding regarding FAST Graphs and how we display dividend information. For starters, the only honeydew colored line on the graph is what everyone calls the white line. For you to understand this better, go down to the bottom of the graph in the long orange rectangle and take off […]
IBM Fundamental Analysis by the Numbers
2018-10-19
Introduction All investing is not done with the same objectives or goals in mind. This applies to investing in common stocks just as it does to investing in real estate, commodities, fixed income vehicles, fine art or collectibles – and any other investment that comes to mind. There are times when investors are looking for […]