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Toyota Motor Company | TM

Toyota Motor is probably our favorite auto manufacturer, as it makes more cars than any other in the world. The company made 9.6 million vehicles under the Toyota brand in 2025. Add in the Daihatsu and Hino brands, and total…
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Oil Services | SLB

One of the situations that surprises most retail oil and gas investors is that exploration and production companies did not automatically increase drilling activity when oil prices began to rise after the onset of the war with Iran. This article…
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People are nervous. Should you be? | SPY & QQQ Oil & Rates

The equity markets are at an interesting juncture. About 6 weeks ago, we were looking for a correction in the broad market averages as we interpreted investor behavior a bit frothy. But an interesting thing happened as the scenario played…
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Netflix Update | NFLX

Netflix reported earings on October 20. We thought the performance was just fine. The street thought otherwise. This article is for paid members - please login or subscribe for access.
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Super Micro Computer Inc | SMCI

Back on August 23, we suggested getting long Super Micro Computer Inc when the stock was trading at $37.24 a share. We suggested getting long by selling an October $35 strike put option for $3.09. This article is for paid…
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Hess Midstream LP | HESM

With the leading tech names looking a little wobbly and the AI trade becoming painful, we think it makes sense to continue to look for developing ideas. We have found one that offers high yield. This article is for paid…
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It is that time of the month again. Standard monthly options will expire at the end of the week. As such, we have six trades coming due. Four of those…

November 17, 2025
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Biotech | IBB

Here at TOE, we think (1) tech has run its course for the time being and 2) some out-of-favor sectors like Biotech are about to take the lead in the…

November 15, 2025
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Santa Baby, An Investor’s Christmas List

As the holidays approach, I am reminded of Eartha Kitt's famous rendition of "Santa Baby", a rather ambitious Christmas list that included a duplex and checks. One particularly expensive item…

November 15, 2025
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CrowdStrike | CRWD

As you know, we are generally bullish here at TOE, and for good reason. Looking back 100 years, equity returns at positive 73% of the time on a year over…

November 13, 2025
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Rio Tinto Update | RIO

It's time to do an update on our Rio Tinto trade. Recall that Rio Tinto is a giant, diversified mining company that operates globally. This article is for paid members…

November 12, 2025
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Office Hours | Share Repurchasers, WFC, MSTR

In this week's episode of Office Hours, Mike & Mark discuss the wisdom of passive investing with a tailwind. Specifically, they discuss the wisdom of investing in an ETF that…

November 11, 2025
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Starbucks | SBUX

On September 3, 2025, we suggested that traders sell a cash-covered, near-the-money put on Starbucks common stock. We took this position because, while the company is in restructuring mode, we…

November 9, 2025
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GE Aerospace is at all-time highs, but there are significant risks.

GE Aerospace's impressive rally since its spinoff from General Electric has captured investor enthusiasm; This article is for paid members - please login or subscribe for access.

November 8, 2025
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Palantir Technology | PLTR

Palantir Technology is a company we have been watching with keen interest. It is a darling of both defense and AI investors. The reason is simple. The company specializes in…

November 5, 2025
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Bath & Body Works | BBWI

Today, we are going to discuss a favorite, slow-growing, yet highly profitable company that few investors pay attention to. It is Bath & Body Works. I got back on my…

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Office Hours | KMB & More

In this week's episode of Office Hours, we discuss the stresses on the banking systems that nobody is talking about. We go on to discuss Palentire with the idea that…

November 3, 2025
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Wendy’s | WEN

The fast food industry has been struggling lately. McDonald's stock price is down, and Chipotle's stock price has fallen hard. Wendy's, the company that is the topic of today's note,…

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