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Meaning Paycom Software is a major player in the Human Capital Management (HCM) software industry. HCM software companies typically offer a suite of different products which encompass all HR related functions.Read more

Key Takeaways Efficient software, accelerated computing, and AI, will benefit a growing cybercrime industry State actors are getting more involved in digital warfare which may be a weak point of the West Successful data breaches and cybercrime work in favor of spreading awareness for cybersecurity spending CrowdStrike’s move towards an all-in-one solution addresses the complexity pain-point of customers Catalysts Cybersecurity Threats Are Entering A New Era Cybercrime is the other side of the coin of technological development and is expected to keep advancing at an unknown pace in the future, this makes companies like CrowdStrike well-positioned to help. They predict attackers will continue to target large companies "Big Game Hunting", internet-connected devices (edge devices) and end-of-life products (EOL).Read more

Narrative on Purchase Strong revenue growth supported by expansion into Europe & US, particularly through online channels Increasing size of outdoor clothing & equipment market should buoy the company Purchased at approx $1.42 in 2022 Update on Narrative Retail environment has been challenging over the last few years Kathmandu Brands have seen approx 10% - 15% declines in sales over the last year Sales are continuing to be weak as compared to last year Why has it been challenging? Cost of living pressures make the retail environment challenging, particularly for the types of clothing Kathmandu sells Mostly high priced gear for outdoor activities.Read more

Key Takeaways Apple will dominate thanks to brand, installed user base, and ecosystem of products More revenue from Services will increase gross and net margins Apple Silicon is paving the way for it to gain market share in the PC space More parts being developed in-house should increase product margins Biggest risks are manufacturing challenges and reliance on emerging markets growth (India) Catalysts Apple’s Brand leads to sticky revenues and increasing installed device base Apple has become more than a tech hardware and software company, it has become a lifestyle product. It has embedded itself into the lives of billions of people around the world, many of whom say they couldn’t live without their iPhone.Read more

Meaning During the tech bubble of the late 90’s, Larry Page and Sergey Brin founded Google which later went public in 2004. Larry and Sergey’s founding motto, “Google is not a conventional company.Read more

Management Summary / Key Takeaways Hub Power Hub Power (Hubco), Pakistan's largest Independent Power Producer, presents an intriguing investment opportunity in the Frontier Markets space. With a current stock price of PKR 106.90 and a Fair Value Estimate of PKR 165.02, there's potential for significant upside.Read more

Key Takeaways Visa is a very high-quality business with an enviable market share and margins. New initiatives like Visa Direct will offset the loss of momentum from legacy growth drivers EPS growth will be driven by ‘higher for longer’ inflation, slightly wider margins, and buybacks.Read more

Key Takeaways Well-diversified drug pipeline with 52 drugs in late-stage approval - a good hedge for its patent expirations Kenvue spin off allows JNJ to focus on its more profitable Medical Devices and Pharmaceuticals segments Continued dividend increases and buybacks are affordable and will help capital returns Post Kenvue, I expect JNJ to grow revenues by 7.5% p.a. from its new baseline of $84B, and at higher margins Some risks around litigation, patent expiry and drug success are present Catalysts Robust Drug Pipeline: 52 Drugs Racing To The Finish Line In Late-Stage Approval The key threat to a pharmaceutical stock is the patent expiration of their high value assets. Should a company lack a product pipeline to bolster its future product portfolio, then losing exclusivity to any one drug can be a hit to the business.Read more

Stock Market Company of the Month: "YOU " Clean Secure" has been making recent headlines from various Money Management Corporations. YOU in the past three months has reached over 80% gain.Read more