Wed, 23 December 2020
It’s Christmas week, and we’ve got all the Industry Focus Hosts together to discuss the year that was 2020. Topics include: Sector headlines for 2020, Things to Watch for 2021, Investing Lessons from 2020, Things We Got Wrong, New Years Investing Resolutions, and Our Favorite Stocks Right Now. No Industry Focus on 12/24, 12/25. Shows will resume on 12/28 Stocks Mentioned: NCNO, DOCU, AAXN, MTCH, TSLA, PTON, PYPL, SQ, XOM Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Tue, 22 December 2020
It should come as no surprise that the pandemic has accelerated growth in the pet industry. It should come as even less surprise that e-commerce pet retailers, like Chewy, have been natural beneficiaries of this growth. What may come as a surprise, however, is a recent company’s plan to IPO. Should investors be excited about PetCo’s S-1? Join Asit Sharma and Emily Flippen as they talk about Chewy’s latest quarter and if investors should be drooling over PetCo. Stocks: Chewy (CHWY), PetCo (N/L: WOOF) Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Mon, 21 December 2020
This week's installment of Industry Focus: Financials is a special one. Kevin O'Leary, Shark Tank star, entrepreneur, and financial literacy advocate joins host Jason Moser and Fool.com contributor Matt Frankel, CFP on the show to talk about his new investment app Beanstox (available on Google Play or on the App Store). O'Leary talks about why we have such a problem with financial literacy in the United States, how the COVID-19 pandemic has transformed the business world, and much more. You don't want to miss this one. Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Fri, 18 December 2020
We run through the biggest winners year-to-date in the tech sector, explain what drove them to multibagger status in 2020, and debate whether the good times will continue Stocks: JMIA, EXPI, APPS, FVRR, OSTK, VERI Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Thu, 17 December 2020
Motley Fool Senior Auto Analyst John Rosevear joins the show to break down two hot IPOs in the automotive space, Quantumscape and Luminar. We discuss Quantumscape’s recent revelation about its solid state battery technology, take a look at what Luminar is doing in Lidar, and we break down the investment prospects for both. Finally, John shares the trends he’ll be watching for in autos as we head into 2021. Stocks Mentioned: QS, LAZR, TM, VWAGY, VLDR, INTC, GM, F, TSLA, NIO, CGRO, IPV Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Wed, 16 December 2020
We unpack a recent S-1 from dialysis disruptor Outset Medical. This business is trying to bring treatment into patient homes and dramatically bring down the costs in a market worth over $70 billion. Stocks: OM Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Tue, 15 December 2020
Up nearly 70% in the past week alone, StitchFix’s most recent quarter has many investors feeling like they may have missed out on this e-commerce clothing retailer. But is StitchFix really fixed? Or is the sudden stock rise a product of something else entirely? Join Asit Sharma and Emily Flippen as they discuss what the future could hold for StitchFix. Stocks: StitchFix (SFIX) Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Mon, 14 December 2020
In this episode of Industry Focus: Financials, host Jason Moser and Fool.com contributor Matt Frankel, CFP take a deep dive into banking SaaS company nCino(NASDAQ: NCNO). Then, Frankel discusses why tech companies like Oracle(NASDAQ: ORCL) and Hewlett Packard (NYSE: HPE) are leaving Silicon Valley and how investors can play it. Finally, Frankel discusses why leading self-storage operator Public Storage (NYSE: PSA) is on his radar this week, while Moser has his eye on Korn Ferry (NYSE: KFY). Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Fri, 11 December 2020
Today we talk about a company that might make it a little easier to get your kids interested in investing -- Roblox! The company is behind an immersive world and game development platform that's wildly popular with kids under 13. We talk about the company that has built itself around play and whether it's watch-list worthy once shares come public. Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Thu, 10 December 2020
This week, we’re discussing Texas Pacific Land Trust and St. Joe, two of the biggest landowners in Texas and Florida, respectively. Both of these businesses have a history tracing back to famous asset bubbles from over 100 years ago. Today, TPL provides an interesting opportunity to invest in U.S. oil and gas production in the Permian Basin. Meanwhile. St. Joe allows shareholders to invest in the growing de-urbanization trend by offering exposure to coastal property under development on the Florida panhandle. Motley Fool Contributor Luis Sanchez joins the podcast this week to discuss the investing case for these two unique businesses. Stocks Mentioned: TPL, JOE Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Wed, 9 December 2020
As one of the newest companies looking to go public via a special purpose acquisition corporation, or SPAC, Butterfly Network [SPAC parent, Longview Acquisition Corp (NYSE: LGVW)] is reinventing the way we conduct ultrasounds. By replacing bulky and expensive machines with portable semiconductor based handheld devices, Butterfly Networks is looking to serve the 2/3rds of the world’s population that doesn't have access to ultrasound technology. But can this concept walk the walk? Join Brian Feroldi and Emily Flippen as they discuss if this SPAC is worth your cash. Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Tue, 8 December 2020
Revolve’s clothing platform may not be “off-the-rack”, but can this high-end fashion retailer compete to win its Gen Z audience even during a global pandemic? Join Asit Sharma and Emily Flippen as they take a look at this small but thriving retailer. Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Mon, 7 December 2020
Financials host Jason Moser sits down with the Founder and CEO of LivePerson, Rob LoCascio. Tune in as Jason and Rob talk about BELLA and the future of banking, the state of retail and conversational AI's role, and Rob shares some thoughts on what the late Tony Hsieh meant to him in his entrepreneurial journey. To learn more about BELLA and compassionate banking visit www.bellaloves.me. Stocks: LPSN Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Fri, 4 December 2020
Don't be fooled by the odd name, this enterprise AI business is interesting. Led by tech veteran Thomas Siebel, C3.AI gives businesses the keys to artificial intelligence and a host of industry-specific apps. We break down the huge opportunity in front of this business, the customer concentration risks, and the things that give us confidence investing in a black box technology like AI. Stocks: AI Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Thu, 3 December 2020
Motley Fool Contributor Jason Hall joins the show to break down Exxon’s $20 billion writedown, high-flying clean energy stocks, and when (and when not) to buy the dip in a stock that’s been beaten down and to buy stocks trading at their highs. Stocks Mentioned: XOM, BE, PLUG, BLDP, FCEL, BLNK, SBE, TPIC, MTCH Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Wed, 2 December 2020
Wildcard Wednesday host Jason Moser and MyWallSt Head Analyst Rory Carron dive into the subscription economy. Markets including media, retail, and insurance present some compelling opportunities for investors. There are even a few IPOs on the horizon worth watching as well as areas to avoid. Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Tue, 1 December 2020
The combined sales of Black Friday and Cyber Monday in 2020 are shaping up to be the biggest shopping day in recent history. At the same time, the United States is facing unprecedented unemployment and uncertainty. What should consumer good investors make of this shopping holiday? And is Black Friday really dead? Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Mon, 30 November 2020
PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) recently joined Square (NYSE: SQ) in allowing its users to buy, sell, and hold cryptocurrencies. But this could just be the starting point, as PayPal plans to allow users to pay with digital currencies at its 26 million merchant partners. In today's Industry Focus: Financials, host Jason Moser and Fool.com contributor Matt Frankel, CFP discuss the latest developments. Then, Matt revisits his "Retail Isn't Dead" basket from earlier in 2020, and the pair take a look at a cryptocurrency-focused bank. You'll hear all this and more on this week's episode. Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Wed, 25 November 2020
Motley Fool Contributor Asit Sharma returns to the show to update us on blue jeans stocks (last discussed on our 11/26/19 episode) and take a look at how a vaccine might impact retail at large. In addition, Asit and Nick share some retail investments on their radar as we head into 2021. Reminder: There will be no Industry Focus episode on Thursday OR Friday this week, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Stocks Mentioned: LEVI, KTB, KSS, GME, REAL, WMT, JWN Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Tue, 24 November 2020
Join Motley Fool contributor Asit Sharma and host Emily Flippen as they break down the landscape for DraftKing (DKNG) in the wake of this month’s election in which three states legalized some form of sports betting. Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Mon, 23 November 2020
On this week’s episode of Industry Focus: Financials host Jason Moser and Motley Fool analyst John Maxfield dive into fintech company Affirm's recent S-1 filing to go public to get a better understanding of the business and what investors need to know. Then they wrap up the show with a look at some of the noteworthy recent purchases and sales in Berkshire Hathaway's investment portfolio! Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Fri, 20 November 2020
Any time a unicorn files to go public, the market takes notice. Earlier this year, Airbnb filed paperwork to go public, and earlier this week, the public got their first look at the rental marketplace company’s financials. We break down what we know about Airbnb’s business and how the company could be a huge gig economy winner. Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Thu, 19 November 2020
After months of waiting and hoping, we’ve seen lots of positive vaccine news in the last two weeks. Enough to where many are seeing the pathway out of the COVID-19 pandemic. What does that mean for stocks? Motley Fool Contributor Lou Whiteman joins the show to update us on how the situation changes the situation for a number of companies we’ve discussed this year in the aerospace industry. Stocks Mentioned: PFE, MRNA, LUV, AAL, DAL, SAVE, UAL, AER, BA, TDG, RTX, HEI Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Wed, 18 November 2020
Costco shareholders got a surprise this week, they'll be getting a special $10 per share dividend thanks to the company's strong balance sheet. We unpack the payment and how the company is slowly shaping up to be a future dividend aristocrat. Then we talk through recent results from Walmart, Target, Lowe's, Home Depot, TJX, and Kohl's and offer up takeaways for folks watching the retail space. Stocks: WMT, TGT, LOW, HD, TJX, KSS, COST Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |
Tue, 17 November 2020
Join Jason Hall and Emily Flippen as they pig out on the newest S-1: DoorDash (DASH). Does the largest food delivery platform in the United States have what it takes to make mouthwatering returns? We’re not quite sure we can stomach it. Check out more of our content here: StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter Reach us by Email @ IndustryFocus@fool.com |