The Joseph Carlson Show I Finally Sold This Stock
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Aug 14, 2025 The host shares insights on trimming investments in Texas Roadhouse and the potential for reinvestment. They dive into the dual effects of AI on software companies, discussing stock valuation concerns alongside growth potential. An unexpected $34.5 billion bid for Google Chrome by Perplexity raises eyebrows and skepticism. The discussion turns to Duolingo's stock volatility and promising growth amid increasing subscription revenues. Finally, Amazon's aggressive grocery strategy shakes up the market while sports media rights become a competitive battleground.
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Trimming A Big Winner To Rebalance
- Joseph Carlson trimmed about half of his Texas Roadhouse position to lock in gains and reduce concentration risk.
- He redeployed $30,000 into Equifax, Google, and ASML with $10,000 each to improve risk-reward balance.
Use Cashflow Metrics When Fear Is High
- Do examine free cash flow yield and stock-based comp when evaluating beaten-down software names.
- Consider that improving margins and rising free cash flow can justify adding to positions during negative sentiment.
Apple Moves Into Robotics And Home
- Apple is reportedly pursuing robotics, home cameras, and a lifelike Siri to re-energize product growth.
- Expanding the home ecosystem could restore Apple's product momentum and stickiness.