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Q: I have done quite well holding momentum/growth stocks in the Nasdaq. However, the recent sector rotation into value stocks has hurt my portfolio quite seriously, while the overall Nasdaq was up. To avoid sectoral risk, would I be wise to invest part of my portfolio in general index funds, such as the Nasdaq ZQQ?

Thank you,

Walter
Read Answer Asked by Walter on September 26, 2019
Q: I own a small amount ( about .5% each) in these varied areas of the above stocks. My balanced portfolio is a bit short on cash for other purposes. Would you rank these as you can, for possible sale and recommended keepers for adding to, in this market? Long time subscriber and thank you for putting it all our there.
Read Answer Asked by john on September 25, 2019
Q: At what point do you sell the stock or double up on your share count. The ‘fundamentals haven’t changed’,only peoples perception on its stock price has changed and I have a 5 year hold. I have contemplated waiting for another sharp drop and buy additional shares - like double my present position. OR I thought that if the stock hit the 200 day moving average I would sell. FYI - I bought the stock at $40 ish and sold at $80 ish. Bought again at $100 ish and sold at $150 ish. Finally I bought it again at $180 ish and still own the stock. Like all of us I have owned stocks that went up and down dramatically only to hold on to long, ie Valient.

Clayton
Read Answer Asked by Clayton on September 25, 2019
Q: Palo Alto has identified Zscaler as their competition and ripped the company somewhat on an earnings call. The CEO of Zscaler fired back on CNBC with comments such as the below. My question is whether this is a buy with potential based on your knowledge and comments below. It has gone from nearly $90 to $51 in a few months despite seemingly doing well.

"Zscaler, which came public in the first half of 2018, offers cloud security software for IT professionals to monitor network traffic and protect data. The company surprised analyst estimates by turning a small profit in four straight quarters.

Revenue grew by more than 53% in its July quarter and is expected to near $90 million in the current quarter, according to FactSet.

“The market is coming to us. We’re seeing a lot of growth,” Chaudhry said. “We crossed 400 off the Global 2,000 companies as our customers, so [we are] very bullish about the opportunity.”
Read Answer Asked by Tim on September 24, 2019
Q: Would like to take a position in either Aspen Technology or Verisk Analytics. Any advice of which one would be your preference and if you think it's an investment with potential for 2-3 year hold. Appreciate your exceptional service.
Read Answer Asked by Dr Lorraine on September 19, 2019
Q: What do you think about the competitors of lightspeed ? Do you believe lightspeed has a better platform and is there a "moat" around their products ?

I see a lot of restaurants particularly the ones in the MTY group (baton rouge) using Maitre'D solutions, which is a direct competitor of lightspeed.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by jean on September 18, 2019
Q: I bought Square in October last year after the CFO left. I’m down on the stock but still like it. Because the rest of my portfolio has risen this is now slightly <1% position. I want to add to the position up to 2% but don’t want to throw good money after bad. How do you like square over the next 5 years?
Read Answer Asked by Dennis on September 18, 2019
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