Hiroshi Watanabe/DigitalVision via Getty Images Main Thesis & Background The purpose of this article is to evaluate the iShares Global Energy ETF ( IXC ) as an investment option at its current market price. This is a passively managed sector fund with an objective "to track the investment results of an index composed of global equities in the energy sector". I slapped a "buy" rating on IXC back in...
Hiroshi Watanabe/DigitalVision via Getty Images Main Thesis & Background The purpose of this article is to evaluate the iShares Global Energy ETF ( IXC ) as an investment option at its current market price. This is a passively managed sector fund with an objective "to track the investment results of an index composed of global equities in the energy sector". I slapped a "buy" rating on IXC back in mid-2025. Energy more broadly had been struggling, and I saw this ETF as a smart way to capture some "alpha". I liked the global exposure, and I believed the sector was due for a rebound. Looking back on performance, I was definitely correct with this call: Fund Performance (Seeking Alpha) As you can see, IXC has had a remarkable run. With my eyes on the rest of 2026, it could be logical for some to want to take profits here. But I will resist that urge. I continue to view European shares positively and see their inclusion in IXC as a benefit. Further, Energy remains attractively priced compared to the market. Finally, I think the supply glut fears are overblown, and there will be a balance in the market near year-end. I will discuss these reasons in detail here and explain why I continue to believe "buy" is the right call for this fund. Weak Earnings Growth, but P/E Reflects This Those who are fans of "sector investing" (as I am) may wonder why Energy is a good move here. After all, other sectors are growing much faster. In truth, Q4 earnings for the Energy sector, in aggregate, were not that impressive. While by no means the worst of the pack, earnings growth was weak in comparison to other high-flyers like Tech, Industrials, and Communications: Earnings Growth (YOY) (Q4) (By Sector) (FactSet) But there is a silver lining here. The fact is the market is reflecting this backdrop. I say this because while the S&P 500 - while it has strong earnings growth - is priced quite richly with a P/E ratio of nearly 30. By contrast, IXC sits with a P/E under 20. Not exactly "cheap", ...
恒生指數回吐近500點。再次失守兩萬七關口。 美股隔晚下挫,大市跟隨外圍跌勢,低開168點。之後跌幅擴大,最多跌超過600點。尾市稍為回順,收市跌491點,報26,590點,跌穿10天和20天線。成交2,509億元。 Blue Water Capital首席投資官李澤銘說:「環球現時有幾個風險因素要消化。包括美伊局勢持續升溫。其次整體美國股市對一些人工智能上游,包括資本開支有效性提出較大質疑。科技...
恒生指數回吐近500點。再次失守兩萬七關口。 美股隔晚下挫,大市跟隨外圍跌勢,低開168點。之後跌幅擴大,最多跌超過600點。尾市稍為回順,收市跌491點,報26,590點,跌穿10天和20天線。成交2,509億元。 Blue Water Capital首席投資官李澤銘說:「環球現時有幾個風險因素要消化。包括美伊局勢持續升溫。其次整體美國股市對一些人工智能上游,包括資本開支有效性提出較大質疑。科技股持續捱沽的情況。港股短期有機會受壓。現時恒指運行區間,下方26,500點有一定支持。」 科網股拖低大市,阿里巴巴、騰訊和美團,下跌百分之2至4。 醫藥股亦有沽壓,翰森製藥及中國生物製藥齊跌百分之6,是表現最差的兩隻藍籌。 渣打增加派息兼加碼回購,股價升百分之3,曾經重上200元。明天派成績表的滙控偏軟。 巴拿馬政府撤銷長和在巴拿馬港口的特許經營權,並強行接管。長和股價受壓,收市跌超過百分之2。 內地股市長假期後復市,馬年首個交易日紅盤高收。四大指數中,深證成分指數升幅較大,收市升百分之1.3。 滬深京三市成交達2.2萬億元人民幣。
恒生指數回吐近500點。再次失守兩萬七關口。 美股隔晚下挫,大市跟隨外圍跌勢,低開168點。之後跌幅擴大,最多跌超過600點。尾市稍為回順,收市跌491點,報26,590點,跌穿10天和20天線。成交2,509億元。 Blue Water Capital首席投資官李澤銘說:「環球現時有幾個風險因素要消化。包括美伊局勢持續升溫。其次整體美國股市對一些人工智能上游,包括資本開支有效性提出較大質疑。科技...
恒生指數回吐近500點。再次失守兩萬七關口。 美股隔晚下挫,大市跟隨外圍跌勢,低開168點。之後跌幅擴大,最多跌超過600點。尾市稍為回順,收市跌491點,報26,590點,跌穿10天和20天線。成交2,509億元。 Blue Water Capital首席投資官李澤銘說:「環球現時有幾個風險因素要消化。包括美伊局勢持續升溫。其次整體美國股市對一些人工智能上游,包括資本開支有效性提出較大質疑。科技股持續捱沽的情況。港股短期有機會受壓。現時恒指運行區間,下方26,500點有一定支持。」 科網股拖低大市,阿里巴巴、騰訊和美團,下跌百分之2至4。 醫藥股亦有沽壓,翰森製藥及中國生物製藥齊跌百分之6,是表現最差的兩隻藍籌。 渣打增加派息兼加碼回購,股價升百分之3,曾經重上200元。明天派成績表的滙控偏軟。 巴拿馬政府撤銷長和在巴拿馬港口的特許經營權,並強行接管。長和股價受壓,收市跌超過百分之2。 內地股市長假期後復市,馬年首個交易日紅盤高收。四大指數中,深證成分指數升幅較大,收市升百分之1.3。 滬深京三市成交達2.2萬億元人民幣。
Traders appear to be hedging against worst-case scenario of a conflict between the two nations, analyst says Business live – latest updates Oil prices have reached seven-month highs, as traders reacted to heightened tensions between the US and Iran ahead of nuclear talks this week. US crude futures rose to $67.28 a barrel on Monday, while Brent crude touched its highest level since 31 July at $72....
Traders appear to be hedging against worst-case scenario of a conflict between the two nations, analyst says Business live – latest updates Oil prices have reached seven-month highs, as traders reacted to heightened tensions between the US and Iran ahead of nuclear talks this week. US crude futures rose to $67.28 a barrel on Monday, while Brent crude touched its highest level since 31 July at $72.50 a barrel. Prices fell back late in the session, but were up again on Tuesday morning, approaching Monday’s highs. Continue reading...
Earnings Call Insights: Claritev Corporation (CTEV) Q4 2025 Management View Travis Dalton, CEO, President & Chairman, stated the company has “returned to profitable growth sooner than expected,” emphasizing that Claritev’s long-term Vision 2030 is focused on building a disciplined healthcare technology company delivering sustainable, profitable growth. He highlighted that “our strategy is working,...
Earnings Call Insights: Claritev Corporation (CTEV) Q4 2025 Management View Travis Dalton, CEO, President & Chairman, stated the company has “returned to profitable growth sooner than expected,” emphasizing that Claritev’s long-term Vision 2030 is focused on building a disciplined healthcare technology company delivering sustainable, profitable growth. He highlighted that “our strategy is working,” with a focus on transparency and affordability in healthcare, supported by recent client renewals and sales growth. Dalton explained, “We achieved 6.2% revenue growth in Q4 year-over-year, continuing to demonstrate not only durability, but that our vertical market strategy is working against our product roadmap.” He also announced record Q4 bookings of $23 million and the acquisition of 30 new logos in 2025. Dalton introduced the new AI-driven Network Builder solution, describing it as a tool that enables the creation of tailored provider networks “in minutes with a few keystrokes, replacing what used to be a lengthy, manual process.” He also noted international expansion, stating, “We are expanding our footprint internationally in the Middle East, signing two additional clients that will create momentum for growth in 2026.” Doug Garis, Executive VP & CFO, stated, “Total revenue in Q4 was $246.6 million, up 6.2% year-over-year. Growth in Q4 came from both our core business and expansion areas.” He noted that adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $151.3 million at a 61.4% margin, and levered free cash flow was $36.4 million. He further indicated a shift of some previously capitalized costs to OpEx and highlighted a focus on “driving revenue growth at good margins, combined with a keen focus on improving free cash flow.” Outlook Garis presented 2026 revenue guidance of $980 million to $1 billion, representing 2% to 4% growth over 2025. Excluding $18 million in one-time revenue from 2025, he said, “we are modeling 4% to 6% growth this year.” He provided adjusted EBITDA guidanc...