Guest Erik shares insights on investing in Africa amidst inflation, underrated risks for investors, and a surprising stock pick. The podcast covers leveraging strategies, Chinese economic resilience, career transitions, AI, blockchain integration, and skiing adventures. Market analysis, trading strategies, beer tasting banter, and childhood memories of hockey rivalries add to the engaging discussions.
China offers a unique investment opportunity with undervalued stocks and pent-up consumer demand.
Dirty Dividends Portfolio challenges ESG norms with high returns from unconventional sectors.
Barclays stands out in the financial sector with potential for significant returns due to low valuations and strong fundamentals.
Deep dives
China as the Surprise Market for 2024
China stands as the surprise market for 2024 with unparalleled potential. Despite being the second largest economy in the world and a key financial market, sentiment towards Chinese stocks is at an all-time low. Valuations are historically cheap, and investor indifference leaves this significant market largely untouched. With record low stock prices and government stimulus measures in play, the country's economic resilience shines through. Deep-seated consumer cash reserves hint at pent-up demand awaiting a trigger, making China a compelling investment opportunity for 2024.
The Dirty Dividends Portfolio
The Dirty Dividends Portfolio presents an unconventional yet successful investment approach. Found in sectors typically shunned for ESG reasons, this portfolio includes banking, energy, coal, automobiles, life insurance, tobacco, and heart disease-centric companies. With an appealing dividend yield of 7.5% and an average PE ratio of 6, these "untouchable" stocks offer stability and robust returns, challenging the prevailing ESG narrative while delivering significant value.
Barclays: A Diamond in the Rough
Barclays emerges as a diamond in the rough, representing a compelling investing opportunity in the overlooked financial sector. With an attractive PE of 6 and a tier one ratio capitalizing on markets at historical lows, Barclays' profitability potential is unprecedented. The current disfavor towards banks, accentuated by ESG concerns, positions Barclays uniquely as a strong performer potentially offering significant returns and a favorable entry point for savvy investors.
The Surprise Market for 2023: Japan
Designating Japan as the surprise market for 2023 was a strategic move based on notable factors. Despite being undervalued and facing diverse challenges, Japan's market demonstrated resilience and potential for growth. With market participants overlooking Japan's strengths, 2023 presented an opportune moment for shrewd investors to capitalize on undervalued assets and benefit from Japan's upward market trajectory.
CNY Tasting Notes
For the beer, it was smooth, slightly hoppy, with a nice citrusy flavor. It was an easy drinker, rating it a solid six out of ten. The beer was enjoyed from Marks & Spencer's, perceived as a great shop for posh and old people.
IPA Tasting Experience
Delving into the IPA, it was surprisingly smooth, featuring hints of hops and citrus without the usual heavy alcohol taste associated with such IPAs. This IPA was notably easy to drink, boasting a sessionable quality due to its lower 5.5% alcohol content.
This week Kevin and Patrick welcome Erik, from Your Weekend Reading. Kev & Erik will discuss investing in Africa and how that helped Erik navigate the recent uptick in inflation, why investors are underestimating the risk of getting left behind and a surprising stock pick from Erik’s side of the pond.