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TIP607: Small But Mighty: Uncovering Smallcap Value w/ Paul Andreola

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Feb 11, 2024
In this engaging conversation, Paul Andreola, a microcap investing veteran with over 30 years of experience, shares his insights on evaluating smallcap stocks. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on profitable, growing businesses and utilizing the PEG ratio for identifying undervalued opportunities. Andreola discusses the need for experienced board members to navigate funding challenges and highlights how flipping over as many rocks as possible can lead to hidden gems. With a championing spirit for microcap investing, he reveals strategies for success in this unique market.
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ADVICE

Finding Hidden Gems

  • Flip over many rocks (as Peter Lynch says) by searching through filings.
  • Look for profitable, growing small/nano caps that institutional investors cannot access yet.
INSIGHT

Growth and Valuation

  • A fast-growing company often warrants a higher price-to-earnings multiple.
  • Use the PEG ratio (price/earnings to growth) to identify undervalued growth stocks.
ADVICE

Minimizing Risk

  • Mitigate risk by focusing on profitable companies to reduce business failure and financing risks.
  • Buy with a margin of safety and maintain a healthy balance sheet by avoiding excessive debt.
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