Seth Klarman is a value investing guru. Baupost Group, a Boston-based firm, was co-founded by him. Among investors, his book Margin of Safety is considered a cult classic. The book was only printed in 5000 copies, and only 5000 copies were sold. The Baupost Group manages more than $12.3 billion in 13F securities as an investment fund. The technology sector accounts for 42.3 percent of the fund’s overall holdings. Large-cap stocks dominate the company’s portfolio. Insider Monkey looks towards the top 10 stock picks in Seth Klarman’s portfolio. Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company is a global risk management, insurance…
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Hedge funds have lost billions of dollars due to the short squeeze saga involving GameStop and AMC. According to S3 Partners, a market intelligence firm based in New York, GameStop short-sellers have lost $7.3 billion so far this year. The losses for AMC short-sellers this year are also expected to be close to $4.5 billion, according to the market intelligence agency. Katapult Holdings, Inc., Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation, and Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. are among the companies experiencing a lot of short interest right now. Here is Insider Monkey’s list of the 15 best short squeeze stocks to buy now. Greenidge…
Triple Frond Partners LLC, a Seattle-based hedge fund, is managed by Charles Pollnow. The portfolio’s value has increased from $806.31 million in the first quarter of 2021 to $921.93 million at the end of the second quarter of 2021. In the second quarter, Triple Frond Partners concentrated on the technology industry. The COVID-19 has benefited technology businesses the greatest, with the Nasdaq Composite returning 43.64 percent in 2020, topping the S&P’s 16.26 percent gain. Insider Monkey analyzed the second-quarter portfolio of Triple Frond Partners and picked the top 10 stocks. Liberty Broadband Corporation is ranked tenth. Broadband, cable TV, video,…
Pentwater Capital Management’s CEO and portfolio manager is Matthew Halbower. He has over 18 years of expertise in the financial industry, specializing in event-driven trading and distressed assets. He graduated from Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Harvard Law School with a J.D. Through his hedge fund, Matthew Halbower oversees a total of $12.11 billion. Fixed income, hedging, and public stock markets are where Pentwater Capital Management invests. The consumer discretionary sector and healthcare, finance, and energy are among the sectors in which the fund invests extensively. Insider Monkey looks towards the 10 healthcare stocks…
Anand Parekh created Alyeska Investment Group in 2008. He graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in Mathematics and English. The managed securities in the Alyeska Investment Group’s 13F portfolio total $8.49 billion. Around 7.9% of the portfolio is made up of the top five holdings. When compared to the first quarter of the year, the total value of the holdings has increased by $746 million (1.13 percent). Here is Insider Monkey’s list of 10 large-cap (market capitalization of over $10 billion) stocks to buy according to Anand Parekh’s Alyeska Investment Group. Spotify Technology S.A. is a global…
Ray Dalio started Bridgewater Associates, which is now one of the most successful hedge funds globally, managing over $15 billion in assets. Dalio’s wealth is estimated to be around $20 billion. The fund’s portfolio value increased by $4 billion between March and June this year. The Connecticut-based fund made new purchases in 329 stocks, increased 255 stocks, reduced holdings in 116 stocks, and sold out of 80 stocks. The top 10 holdings account for 33% of the portfolio, with investments mostly focused on consumer products, technology, and services. Here is Insider Monkey’s list of the 11 best growth stocks to…
Jonathan Guo is Yiheng Capital’s Managing Director and Principal Owner. Guo was a senior software development manager at Oracle Corporation before forming Yiheng Capital. He also worked for MSD Capital’s Long/Short Equity Group as an analyst. Yiheng Capital is an investment firm with about $2.48 billion in assets under management. The majority of the fund’s investments are in China. The Consumer Discretionary sector is the largest in Yiheng Capital’s portfolio, diversified across five core sectors. Insider Monkey looks towards the 10 Chinese stocks to buy according to Jonathan Guo’s Yiheng Capital. Tuniu Corporation, situated in Nanjing, China, is a leading…
The shortage of semiconductor chips has severely impacted the worldwide vehicle sector. According to the estimate, a drop in output and sales will cost the car industry $110 billion this year. The loss prediction has increased from $60 billion in January of this year. As a result of the chip crisis, the global auto industry will build 3.9 million fewer vehicles this year. According to IHS Markit, a London-based business intelligence organization, that number might reach 7 million. More than $50 billion has been set aside for US-based chipmakers by US President Joe Biden. Here is Insider Monkey’s list of…
Investors are beginning to pay attention to small businesses as the economy returns to normal. Investors are paying attention to micro-cap stocks because they offer attractive returns. These are businesses with market capitalizations ranging from $50 million to $300 million operating in high-growth industries. In Canada, the United States, and other developed markets, micro-cap companies enjoy generally solid returns and low correlations to large-cap equities. The introduction of bubble stocks, which rise dramatically due to popularity on social media platforms, perplex most investors. Reddit forums abound with recommendations for the best micro-caps to invest in. Insider Monkey discusses the list…
Chemicals are used in worldwide production, building, consumer goods manufacturing, and polymers. The coronavirus epidemic wreaked havoc on the sector, which is known for its cyclical nature. However, as the world prepares to reopen following the release of COVID-19 vaccines, a robust recovery is on the horizon. Revenues in the chemical business are predicted to increase by roughly 8% in 2021. Top chemical businesses will concentrate on areas such as healthcare, microelectronics, and sophisticated construction materials. According to Deloitte, 64% of chemical executives believe sophisticated chemicals will fuel most of the industry’s development. Here is Insider Monkey’s list of the…
Makaira Partners is a La Jolla, California-based private investment management organization. Makaira aims to achieve long-term compound yearly returns while reducing the danger of irreversible capital loss. The firm primarily invests in publicly traded equity securities of domestic and international companies. Makaira Partners invests in both small and large businesses with strong foundations and potential for future growth. Thomas Bancroft’s investment strategy is similar to that of his Berkshire Hathaway predecessors, who are patient, focused, and long-term investors. Liberty Broadband Corporation and Qurate Retail, Inc. are two of the fund’s holdings. Here is Insider Monkey’s list of Thomas Bancroft’s Makaira…
Michael Pausic founded Foxhaven Asset Management. Before that, he worked at Viacom and 20th Century Fox in the media and telecoms industries. Before establishing an asset management firm, he worked as a communications banker and an investment banker in the industry. Here is Insider Monkey’s list of the 10 stocks to buy now according to Michael Pausic’s Foxhaven Asset Management. Liberty Broadband Corporation is a communications holding company that invests in firms that provide cable, broadband, wireless, video, voice, and managed services. The company is ranked 10th on Michael Pausic’s list of the top ten stocks to purchase right now.…