Daily Briefs

• Netflix recently hit an all-time high on the stock market, capitalizing on the chaos in the entertainment industry
• The company was initially seen as a renegade tech startup, leading the streaming market with its first mover advantage
• After reporting a loss in subscribers, Netflix announced plans to launch an advertising-supported business to combat competition in the streaming wars.

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• Facebook’s original vision Pro demo showcased impressive technology with custom silicon and high miniaturization, but it is still far from being a consumer product.
• Comparisons were made between Facebook’s demo and Apple’s vision Pro, highlighting different approaches to hardware development and philosophies.
• Despite debates on shipping products and final designs, both companies are pushing the boundaries of technology and advancing towards a glasses form factor for AR/VR.

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• With its Danaher Corp (DHR US) heritage, Veralto (VLTO US) has built a foundation based on durable and recurring sales growth, high profitability, and strong cash generation.
• Veralto’s products and services are mission-critical yet account for less than 1% of client costs, leading to high switching costs and ensuring customer retention and financial resilience through economic cycles.
• Veralto holds market leadership in both its Water Quality (WQ) and Product Quality & Innovation (PQI) segments, which positions it well for the increasing regulatory and environmental demands. .

• Peabody is a global coal company operating in the US and Australia, offering exposure to both thermal and metallurgical coals
• Despite recent success and a positive recommendation, the stock has lagged behind other coal companies
• With a current share price of $23.40, market cap of $2.9bn, and strong FCF yield of around 30%, Peabody presents a promising risk/reward opportunity in the current market environment

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• BigCommerce, headquartered in Austin, Texas, conducted its earnings call for the second quarter of 2024, marking significant strides in the company’s growth amidst challenging business environments.
• This complex economic landscape presents both opportunities as well as challenges which BigCommerce aims to strategically navigate.
• As reported, BigCommerce’s revenue for the quarter was slightly under $82 million, reflecting an 8% year-over year increase.

• BellRing Brands, created through acquisitions by Post Holdings, has experienced substantial growth, with its stock price increasing from $20 to $59 since its last write-up on VIC over four years ago.
• While some brands like Powerbar and Dymatize have underperformed, Premier Protein has been a standout success for BellRing Brands.
• With anticipated sales of $2 billion and EBITDA of $410 million for fiscal year 2024, BellRing Brands is viewed as a compelling investment opportunity with a promising future and reasonable valuation.

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• Modine Manufacturing Company reported a strong start to Fiscal 2025, showcasing significant growth and operational successes across its segments.
• The company’s proactive strategic initiatives, including acquisitions and the implementation of a transformative 80/20 business strategy, have evidently positioned it well for sustainable growth.
• However, adjustments in performance expectations in specific segments highlight the ongoing adaptation to market conditions.

• PRGO has resolved 90% of its challenges and is on track to address the remaining issues soon
• Predicted rise in earning power by 2025 could boost estimates and valuation, with potential for $3.5 EPS and $45 price target
• New CEO has shown progress in addressing issues, setting new expectations, and implementing cost-cutting measures, making PRGO an attractive investment opportunity with limited downside risk

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• The third quarter was the first time EB generated traffic from its relationship with TikTok. 
• EB’s traffic has remained elevated, and the attention turns to how many event creators EB was able to generate through the increase in traffic.   
• The number of event creators has declined over the past year due to EB charging for all events posted. The pricing model has changed with EB reintroducing a free option. 

• Eagle Materials commenced the fiscal year 2025 with strong financial performance, reflected by a record-setting quarterly revenue of $609 million and an impressive 16% increase in earnings per share.
• This quarter’s achievements are notably linked to strategic operational efficiency and a reactive approach to overcoming environmental challenges, particularly adverse weather conditions, which had varied impacts across different regions.
• Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.