There was a story from Reuters regarding Pepsi cutting 4000 jobs along with making cuts to the company's pension and 401K programs. The reason given is to be able to save their earnings numbers.
This is exactly the kind of short sightedness that get corporations into bigger trouble. Most companies that let Wall Street analysts dictate their business plans by making sure the earnings numbers come first need new management.
In this particular case, there is wonderment over the economic cost benefit analysis over layoffs versus management bonus' being decreased. It is surprising that Pepsi can feel that cutting pension and 401K matching programs to employees that need them works out better than cutting the enormous bonus packages that are relatively not needed to top executives. This action should show that Pepsi is not deserving of pension investment dollars.
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Wednesday, November 14, 2007
low dollar problems
Hey
There is an interesting article below that talks about the level of petrodollar union being busted for a petroeuro system because of the falling value of the dollar. That could cause some trouble bond wise.
http://www.enn.com/energy/article/24437
The markets bounced yesterday. Continue to buy the basic companies with strong earnings and dividends (PEP, GE, GS) while continuing your research into oversold financials. I know there are some out there who didn't get sucked into the sub prime hype like Goldman Sachs. They are the ones to buy. Did I mention Goldman Sachs isn't in trouble? I just want to make sure I mentioned that Goldman has so far avoided the subprime mess.
Speaking of subprime, the Wall Street Journal has an article today talking about the smart banks and the dumb banks. As I do not have a subscription, I cannot provide a link. I can only let you know that it is on page A2 of today's paper.
Keep an eye on Apple. The stock was hit to a tune of 20% and that to me sounds alarms technically. If it does not eclipse its high during the Xmas shopping season with the new Ipod Touch (which is certainly possible), I would look to sell.
Like I said in a previous post, I am currently only holding retirement accounts while continuing my education. But come the first of the year, I will be investing again.
There is an interesting article below that talks about the level of petrodollar union being busted for a petroeuro system because of the falling value of the dollar. That could cause some trouble bond wise.
http://www.enn.com/energy/article/24437
The markets bounced yesterday. Continue to buy the basic companies with strong earnings and dividends (PEP, GE, GS) while continuing your research into oversold financials. I know there are some out there who didn't get sucked into the sub prime hype like Goldman Sachs. They are the ones to buy. Did I mention Goldman Sachs isn't in trouble? I just want to make sure I mentioned that Goldman has so far avoided the subprime mess.
Speaking of subprime, the Wall Street Journal has an article today talking about the smart banks and the dumb banks. As I do not have a subscription, I cannot provide a link. I can only let you know that it is on page A2 of today's paper.
Keep an eye on Apple. The stock was hit to a tune of 20% and that to me sounds alarms technically. If it does not eclipse its high during the Xmas shopping season with the new Ipod Touch (which is certainly possible), I would look to sell.
Like I said in a previous post, I am currently only holding retirement accounts while continuing my education. But come the first of the year, I will be investing again.
Monday, November 12, 2007
Etrade and last week
Hey
Etrade is now currently trading at 4 bucks a share. There is a chance that they might have to declare bankruptcy. The Yahoo article is below.
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/071112/apfn_e_trade_out_of_the_gate.html
The slide in stocks will slow but I am starting to believe the market will be in a trading range. This might be a time to sell some out of the money calls to pick up some extra cash in stocks in markets such as food (MCD, PEP, KO). The extra cash could be used to pick up some shares within these companies that will continue to make money.
If you are looking to speculate, look no further than alternative energy. First Solar has continued to move up into the 200 dollar range. This might continue with the oil market consistently making new highs. As long as oil is up, so will the other energy markets.
Being that it is veterans day, the thought of investing in defense contractors seems like a solid bet for the forseeable future. But do your homework and find the right company. This is just a thought.
Good luck and happy veterans day!!!!
Etrade is now currently trading at 4 bucks a share. There is a chance that they might have to declare bankruptcy. The Yahoo article is below.
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/071112/apfn_e_trade_out_of_the_gate.html
The slide in stocks will slow but I am starting to believe the market will be in a trading range. This might be a time to sell some out of the money calls to pick up some extra cash in stocks in markets such as food (MCD, PEP, KO). The extra cash could be used to pick up some shares within these companies that will continue to make money.
If you are looking to speculate, look no further than alternative energy. First Solar has continued to move up into the 200 dollar range. This might continue with the oil market consistently making new highs. As long as oil is up, so will the other energy markets.
Being that it is veterans day, the thought of investing in defense contractors seems like a solid bet for the forseeable future. But do your homework and find the right company. This is just a thought.
Good luck and happy veterans day!!!!
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Frito Lay Leads the Way
Hey
Even though I am not happy about some of the products that Pepsi and Frito Lay produce, their continuous stamp on the environmental cause is undeniable.
A Frito Lay plant has just earned a spot in the EPA's green leadership program. The text is below.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/070830/lath025.html?.v=101
I believe their continued execution in advancing the environmental cause while making money will help Pepsi in the long run. With this market as it is, the companies with long run outlooks are the ones to be in.
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
AGG Bond ETF
SharebuilderMoney Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Even though I am not happy about some of the products that Pepsi and Frito Lay produce, their continuous stamp on the environmental cause is undeniable.
A Frito Lay plant has just earned a spot in the EPA's green leadership program. The text is below.
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/070830/lath025.html?.v=101
I believe their continued execution in advancing the environmental cause while making money will help Pepsi in the long run. With this market as it is, the companies with long run outlooks are the ones to be in.
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
AGG Bond ETF
SharebuilderMoney Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Thursday, July 5, 2007
Pepsi = Green
Hey
Pepsi just announced in a recent article that they will be talking about and offering recycling at the Live Earth concert. I also noticed they have a woman North American president. The article from Yahoo is below. On another Pepsi note, I just received the quarterly dividend from Pepsi. It was 25% more than last quarter. It will go towards purchasing more shares. Thanks for the free stock!
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/070705/nyth049.html?.v=101
I have just added the bond ETF AGG to the portfolio. I know that this will probably not garner much added income right away, but I believe that adding another safe income generating instrument to the portfolio continues the base formation of the portfolio. I don't need to get to the top of the mountain now. A few steps at a time. I have started to track the monthly interest and dividend income generated by my investments and will continue to see it grow with this purchase.
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
AGG Bond ETF
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Pepsi just announced in a recent article that they will be talking about and offering recycling at the Live Earth concert. I also noticed they have a woman North American president. The article from Yahoo is below. On another Pepsi note, I just received the quarterly dividend from Pepsi. It was 25% more than last quarter. It will go towards purchasing more shares. Thanks for the free stock!
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/070705/nyth049.html?.v=101
I have just added the bond ETF AGG to the portfolio. I know that this will probably not garner much added income right away, but I believe that adding another safe income generating instrument to the portfolio continues the base formation of the portfolio. I don't need to get to the top of the mountain now. A few steps at a time. I have started to track the monthly interest and dividend income generated by my investments and will continue to see it grow with this purchase.
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
AGG Bond ETF
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Solid Companies with Green actions
Hey
I have been thinking about the boon in "green" investments. I am going to be looking for companies that have solid business models while still finding ways to cut energy output and increase conservation.
This is one of the reasons I have chosen to invest in Pepsi. They are extremely innovative within the beverage/food sector. They have recently decided to purchase over 1 billion dollars worth of energy credits over the next three years.
My next stock purchase (at the end of the summer) will probably be either Goldman Sachs or JP Morgan. Both financial institutions are at the top of their game when it comes to their business model. But both companies are also taking large smart steps towards assisting energy usage and conservation.
You can find more detailed information at www.gs.com and www.jpmorgan.com or by going to yahoo finance (link in side bar).
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Checkpoint June 25 Call (www.checkpoint.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
I have been thinking about the boon in "green" investments. I am going to be looking for companies that have solid business models while still finding ways to cut energy output and increase conservation.
This is one of the reasons I have chosen to invest in Pepsi. They are extremely innovative within the beverage/food sector. They have recently decided to purchase over 1 billion dollars worth of energy credits over the next three years.
My next stock purchase (at the end of the summer) will probably be either Goldman Sachs or JP Morgan. Both financial institutions are at the top of their game when it comes to their business model. But both companies are also taking large smart steps towards assisting energy usage and conservation.
You can find more detailed information at www.gs.com and www.jpmorgan.com or by going to yahoo finance (link in side bar).
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Checkpoint June 25 Call (www.checkpoint.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Continued Greening
Hey
For anyone wondering whether or not the green movement can be a profitable venture, please pick up this month's copy of SFO magazine. It has about ten different articles on green businesses and shows examples of both profitable green investments and losing money green investments. The cover article is on the CEO of Patagonia. The link is www.sfomag.com.
I wanted to bring up the topic of recent purchases of public companies by private equity firms. I am young to the business and would like some knowledge as to the pros and cons of this type of venture. Is this a reaction to Sarbaines-Oxley legislation?
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Checkpoint June 25 Call (www.checkpoint.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Either post a blog or email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
For anyone wondering whether or not the green movement can be a profitable venture, please pick up this month's copy of SFO magazine. It has about ten different articles on green businesses and shows examples of both profitable green investments and losing money green investments. The cover article is on the CEO of Patagonia. The link is www.sfomag.com.
I wanted to bring up the topic of recent purchases of public companies by private equity firms. I am young to the business and would like some knowledge as to the pros and cons of this type of venture. Is this a reaction to Sarbaines-Oxley legislation?
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Checkpoint June 25 Call (www.checkpoint.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Either post a blog or email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
graph for checkpoint
Hey
The following graph indicates that there is a good chance that there will be a move very soon. The last time the bands were this close (within 1.15 points), it popped 1 1/2 points. I am thinking it will happen again.
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)Checkpoint June 25 Call (www.checkpoint.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Either post a blog or email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
checkpoint
Hey
I have been keeping close track of my checkpoint call and I am thinking that with options, there needs to be a longer time frame for if you are the purchaser. I will have to amend my rules to make sure that happens.
For those that don't know, I currently have a June 25 call. I still think that it will be profitable after this week's option expiration. But I could have managed the trade better.
I have been learning a lot since I started cataloging these trades and using the diary and my blog. I understand Fibonacci movements well and now am studying Gann movements (They seem a little tricky).
Oh, before I forget, Pepsi hit a new high today!
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Checkpoint June 25 Call (www.checkpoint.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Either post a blog or email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
I have been keeping close track of my checkpoint call and I am thinking that with options, there needs to be a longer time frame for if you are the purchaser. I will have to amend my rules to make sure that happens.
For those that don't know, I currently have a June 25 call. I still think that it will be profitable after this week's option expiration. But I could have managed the trade better.
I have been learning a lot since I started cataloging these trades and using the diary and my blog. I understand Fibonacci movements well and now am studying Gann movements (They seem a little tricky).
Oh, before I forget, Pepsi hit a new high today!
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Checkpoint June 25 Call (www.checkpoint.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Either post a blog or email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Checkpoint
Hey
I just purchased a June call option on Checkpoint. The stock just finished a retracement and the candlestick formation seems to confirm this. It broke out of its top band and the MACD is bullish. The trend lines are also heading up. As always, a stop (hopefully) has been correctly placed.
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Checkpoint June 25 Call (www.checkpoint.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Either post a blog or email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
I just purchased a June call option on Checkpoint. The stock just finished a retracement and the candlestick formation seems to confirm this. It broke out of its top band and the MACD is bullish. The trend lines are also heading up. As always, a stop (hopefully) has been correctly placed.
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Checkpoint June 25 Call (www.checkpoint.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Either post a blog or email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
Wednesday, May 2, 2007
Pepsi raised dividend
Hey
Pepsi today announced that they are raising their dividend by 25% and that they will buy back another 8 billion dollars in shares once the current buyback is finished. They will basically take one billion dollars of shares off the market this year alone. News stories are below.
http://yahoo.reuters.com/news/articlehybrid.aspx?storyID=urn:newsml:reuters.com:20070502:MTFH36275_2007-05-02_12-35-31_WNAS9135&type=comktNews&rpc=44
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/070502/pepsico_dividend.html?.v=1
This reminds me of a blog I did earlier about compound interest. I added dividends to the mix into the story. Any time a company wants to give you money for investing in their stock is wonderful. This is a principle to becoming wealthy.
Pepsi today announced that they are raising their dividend by 25% and that they will buy back another 8 billion dollars in shares once the current buyback is finished. They will basically take one billion dollars of shares off the market this year alone. News stories are below.
http://yahoo.reuters.com/news/articlehybrid.aspx?storyID=urn:newsml:reuters.com:20070502:MTFH36275_2007-05-02_12-35-31_WNAS9135&type=comktNews&rpc=44
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/070502/pepsico_dividend.html?.v=1
This reminds me of a blog I did earlier about compound interest. I added dividends to the mix into the story. Any time a company wants to give you money for investing in their stock is wonderful. This is a principle to becoming wealthy.
Monday, April 30, 2007
Pepsi's energy buy
Hey
This is big news. Pepsi plans to purchase over 1 billion dollars worth of energy credits over 3 years. This is a leader. The article is below.
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/070430/pepsico_renewable_energy.html?.v=1
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Either post a blog or email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
This is big news. Pepsi plans to purchase over 1 billion dollars worth of energy credits over 3 years. This is a leader. The article is below.
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/070430/pepsico_renewable_energy.html?.v=1
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Either post a blog or email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Pepsi's earnings
Hey
Here are some stories that explain the earnings for this past quarter.
http://www.businessweek.com/investor/content/apr2007/pi20070425_529061.htm?campaign_id=yhoo
http://www.thestreet.com/_yahoo/newsanalysis/food/10352721.html?cm_ven=YAHOO&cm_cat=FREE&cm_ite=NA
As for my GE trade, I think I was the last person to sell. I really sold at the bottom! Crazy, but it happens. Like I said before, on to the next trade.
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
Here are some stories that explain the earnings for this past quarter.
http://www.businessweek.com/investor/content/apr2007/pi20070425_529061.htm?campaign_id=yhoo
http://www.thestreet.com/_yahoo/newsanalysis/food/10352721.html?cm_ven=YAHOO&cm_cat=FREE&cm_ite=NA
As for my GE trade, I think I was the last person to sell. I really sold at the bottom! Crazy, but it happens. Like I said before, on to the next trade.
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock (www.pepsi.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
Friday, April 20, 2007
New High
Hey
It looks like the Dow has exploded! I read a bit about the lack of supply recently from Cramer at www.thestreet.com.
I just purchased a June GE 35 call. I feel comfortable that it falls within my parameters. It is right at the money. It is at a support. The trend lines (200,50,20) have all converged at 35. The earnings were solid.
There seems to be plenty of volatility coming alive. Options might be a way to exploit it. But be smart.
Oh, Pepsi hit a new high! Yeah for retirement.
Cheers
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock(www.pepsi.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
GE June 35 Call (www.ge.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
It looks like the Dow has exploded! I read a bit about the lack of supply recently from Cramer at www.thestreet.com.
I just purchased a June GE 35 call. I feel comfortable that it falls within my parameters. It is right at the money. It is at a support. The trend lines (200,50,20) have all converged at 35. The earnings were solid.
There seems to be plenty of volatility coming alive. Options might be a way to exploit it. But be smart.
Oh, Pepsi hit a new high! Yeah for retirement.
Cheers
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock(www.pepsi.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
GE June 35 Call (www.ge.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Pepsi Upgraded
Hey everyone
Pepsi has been upgraded. Below is a link to one of the stories.
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/070412/pepsico_ahead_of_the_bell.html?.v=1
I think the fact that Coke has been on a tear recently has helped the research analysis of Pepsi. This is a stock that you will want to buy. They have what Buffett looks for in a company. Now it might break out of the channel it is in. I hope I am able to buy more before it gets too expensive.
That thought brings to mind the idea of following your rules. Don't break the rules just to buy more Pepsi.
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock(www.pepsi.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
Pepsi has been upgraded. Below is a link to one of the stories.
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/070412/pepsico_ahead_of_the_bell.html?.v=1
I think the fact that Coke has been on a tear recently has helped the research analysis of Pepsi. This is a stock that you will want to buy. They have what Buffett looks for in a company. Now it might break out of the channel it is in. I hope I am able to buy more before it gets too expensive.
That thought brings to mind the idea of following your rules. Don't break the rules just to buy more Pepsi.
The Wikiwealth portfolio consists of the following:
Pepsi Stock(www.pepsi.com)
Sharebuilder Money Market (www.sharebuilder.com)
Optionsxpress Money Market (www.optionsxpress.com)
Have any ideas, questions, comments, web sites or different blogs to look at? Do you want to be notified when there is a new blog entry? Email at keanemd@gmail.com and let me know.
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