Focused Compounding Ep 469. Investor Q&A: From Low-Beta Growth Stocks to AI’s Disruption of Investing
Aug 15, 2025
The hosts dive into diverse investment strategies, discussing growth industries and major players like Meta and Microsoft. They analyze unique challenges faced by micro-cap stocks and the implications of emerging technologies, particularly AI, on various sectors including insurance. Valuing professional sports franchises brings an intriguing discussion about their market perception versus actual returns. Merger insights between Hanes Brands and Gildan highlight operational strengths, while the evolving landscape of AI in investing raises questions about efficiency and potential risks.
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Where To Find Low-Beta, Dividend Growth
- Look for banks and insurance leaders when you want double-digit growth, low beta, and 2–4% dividends.
- Also check consumer staples and Terry Smith-style holdings but expect lower yields and higher valuations.
OTC Market Tiering Shrinks Investable Universe
- OTC Markets is intentionally segmenting listings to charge for higher disclosure and shrink the investable universe.
- That will improve transparency but also push some small companies off public markets.
Judge Information-Services Firms By Revenue And FCF
- For companies like OTCM, focus on revenue trends and pricing power rather than PE alone.
- Expect lumpy earnings because they reinvest via the income statement and may raise prices irregularly.
