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Motley Fool Money

Shopify’s Comeback Story

Nov 12, 2024
In this discussion, guest Jim Gillies, an investment analyst at The Motley Fool with a focus on Canadian tech, shares insights on Shopify’s impressive financial turnaround. He highlights how growth can overshadow past valuation concerns, leading to investor optimism. The conversation also touches on Autoliv's robust cash flow strategies and its appeal for long-term investors. Additionally, the hosts analyze current market trends, drawing parallels to the late 2021 growth craze and sharing strategic insights for portfolio management.
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  • Shopify's remarkable growth, exemplified by a 25% stock price increase and significant revenue gains, highlights the potential for small businesses in e-commerce.
  • Autoliv's strong capital allocation strategy, marked by dividend increases and share repurchases, showcases its stability as a supplier amidst shifting market dynamics.

Deep dives

Shopify's Growth and Value Proposition

Shopify has recently shown impressive growth, with a notable 25% increase in its stock price and a revenue growth rate of 26%. The company surpassed gross merchandise volume projections by $2 billion, reaching $70 billion in total. Its free cash flow margin has also improved significantly, increasing from just a glimmer of hope to nearly 20% for the quarter. This underscores the potential for small and medium-sized businesses to thrive in the e-commerce space, as Shopify continues to enable more companies to establish a strong online presence.

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