Tag: swing trading
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October 2024 Summary – Outperformance increases
All Model Portfolios are ahead of their respective benchmarks for the 2023-2024 period. The Quant Alpha’s is now up over 113% for 2023-2024 and continues to destroy its benchmark EQAL by 93%. This is a substantial increase in outperformance since last month. Active outperformers POWL, ANF , APP and CLS account for some of this…
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Remove SMCI – Quant Alpha’s Portfolio Update 10/30/2024
SMCI (Super Micro Computer) released some troubling news on Wednesday. Their auditor resigned. This is very bad sign for a company. It could indicate more undisclosed problems are lurking. Since the Quant ratings are very close to a Sell signal and with this additional negative news, I am removing this stock from the active list.…
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Up 129% – Quant Alpha’s Portfolio Update 10/29/2024
The Model Portfolio Quant Alpha was updated. The portfolio, using Quant scores for selection, is up 129% since April 2023, outperforming the EQAL benchmark significantly. Performance highlights include stocks like SMCI and POWL, with expected growth to 30-35 holdings.
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Up 44% – CANSLIM Growth Portfolio Update October 2024
The CANSLIM Growth Model Portfolio was updated with five new additions and five removals, maintaining 17 stocks. It has gained over 44% in 2023-2024, outperforming its benchmark BSMAX by 18%. Using the CANSLIM criteria, the portfolio has consistently outperformed benchmarks in 18 of 19 tested years, showcasing robust performance.
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Up 71% – BI-Weekly Swings Update – 10/24/2024
The Model Portfolio BI-Weekly Swings was updated with five new stock additions and five removals, totaling 21 stocks. It has achieved a 71% return for 2023-2024, outperforming the BSMAX benchmark by 45%. Various strategies incorporating EPS and ROE are employed, with notable past performance across multiple years.
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Up 59% – Small Cap Discoveries Portfolio Update – October 2024
The Small Cap Discoveries Model Portfolio was updated with three new stock additions and removals, totaling 21 stocks. The portfolio has significantly outperformed the IJR benchmark with a 59% gain for 2023-2024. Notable stocks include HRTG and HBB, which rose 90% and 82%, respectively.
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Up 39% – Large Cap Stalwarts Update – October 2024
The Model Portfolio Large Cap Stalwarts received updates this weekend, with six new stocks added (CCL, CF, EXPE, IP, NTAP, PODD) and four removed (CHRW, HWM, STX, UHS), totaling 17 stocks. As of 10/15/2024, the portfolio has risen 39% since its 2023 inception, outperforming the S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF benchmark by 13%. Backtests show…
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Up 32% – Mid Cap Flyers Portfolio Changes – October 2024
The Mid Cap Flyers Model Portfolio has undergone updates, with 12 new stocks added and 11 removed, totaling 21 stocks as of 10/14/2024. The portfolio shows a 32% increase since its inception in early 2023. It includes stocks from the Mid Cap universe, which have market capitalizations between $1 billion and $12 billion, focusing on…
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Up 68% – BI-Weekly Swings Update – 10/11/2024
The Model Portfolio BI-Weekly Swings was updated on 10/11/2024, adding and removing five stocks, resulting in a total of 21 stocks. The portfolio has recorded a 68% increase since 2023, outperforming its benchmark BSMAX by 42%. It employs three strategies focusing on Mid Cap, Small Cap, and Micro Cap stocks, utilizing criteria like EPS and…
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Up 111% – Quant Alpha’s Portfolio Update 10/10/2024
The Model Portfolio Quant Alpha’s was updated on 10/10/2024, adding Carnival Corporation (CCL) and removing Core & Main (CNM), with a total of 25 stocks now included. The portfolio focuses on Quant scores, avoiding subjective criteria and eliminating micro-cap stocks, airlines, crypto, biotech, and mega caps. Performance is strong, with a 111% increase since its…
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Up 41% – CANSLIM Growth Portfolio Update 09/27/2024
The CANSLIM Growth Model Portfolio was updated this weekend. New Adds of 2 stocks were made and Removals of 3 stocks were made. All prices are as of 09/27/2024. A total of 17 stocks are in the Portfolio. The CANSLIM Growth Model Portfolio is up over 41% in 2023-2024 and is 15% ahead of its…
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Up 68% – BI-Weekly Swings Update – 09/25/24
The Model Portfolio BI-Weekly Swings was updated this morning. New Adds of 5 stocks were made and Removals of 5 stocks were made. All prices are as of 09/25/2024. A total of 21 stocks are in the Portfolio. The BI-Weekly Swings Portfolio is up 68% 2023-2024 and is 43% ahead of its benchmark BSMAX. The BI-Weekly…
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Up 60% – Small Cap Discoveries Portfolio Update – September 2024
The Model Portfolio Small Cap Discoveries was updated this weekend. New Adds of 5 stocks were made and Removals of 4 stocks were made. All prices are as of 09/20/2024. A total of 21 stocks are in the Portfolio now. The Portfolio continues to outpace its benchmark, IJR, by a wide margin. The Portfolio is…
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Up 85% – Quant Alpha’s Portfolio Update 09/18/2024
The Model Portfolio Quant Alpha was updated with the addition of Rush Street Interactive and the removals of Pactiv Evergreen and Caterpillar, now totaling 25 stocks. The portfolio, using Quant scores for stock selection, has outperformed its benchmark, EQAL, with an 85% increase for 2023-2024. Notable performers include Super Micro, POWL, and ANF. The strategy…
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Up 32% – Large Cap Stalwarts Update – September 2024
The Model Portfolio Large Cap Stalwarts updated, adding 6 stocks and removing 5. With a total of 15 stocks and outperformance over the RSP benchmark, it’s up 32% since 2023. The backtest outperformed the benchmark in 12 out of 19 years. For more details, refer to the live scorecard and consult financial professionals before making…
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Up 66% – BI-Weekly Swings Update – 09/11/24
The BI-Weekly Swings Portfolio was updated with 8 new stocks and 8 removals, bringing the total to 21 stocks. It has outperformed its benchmark BSMAX by 45%, totaling a 66% increase from 2023-2024. The portfolio is comprised of 3 strategies and has shown consistent outperformance in backtests, notably in 2016.
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Think and Grow Rich By Napoleon Hill
“Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill is a self-help book outlining principles for success. It highlights the importance of desire, faith, specialized knowledge, imagination, decision making, and persistence. Emphasizing the role of subconscious mind and sixth sense, the book provides practical strategies for personal growth and fulfillment.
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August 2024 Summary – Outperformance continues
In August 2024, stock market indexes had mixed results. All model portfolios exceeded their benchmarks, with Quant Alpha’s leading at 79%, while other portfolios also showed strong performance, beating their respective benchmarks. This information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
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Up 68% – BI-Weekly Swings Update – 08/28/24
The Model Portfolio BI-Weekly Swings, updated with 9 new stocks and 9 removals, has shown 64% growth, outperforming its benchmark BSMAX by 45%. The portfolio consists of 15 to 21 stocks, utilizing three strategies and backtesting well against benchmarks. Notable outperformers include VIRC and HRTG. It is up 64% since 2023.
