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Focused Stock

Jen Sokira, Editor & Walt Sokira Publisher,Financial Services,Focused Stock Research

  • Founded 2011

Focused Stock

The model uses a fundamental approach to identify attractively priced stocks.  ETFs are occassionally used to hedge.
This model will invest in ideas from Focused Stock Research ("FSR"), an investment newsletter.  You can find more information on Focused Stock Research at https://fsr.bloomfire.com/.  Investments are made in stocks that have wide economic moats (or competitive advantages) and the proven ability to generate long-term cash and profits.

All stocks are evaluated using a blend of value and growth principles with emphasis on relative and intrinsic valuation.   The model is updated monthly to reflect the best ideas and recommendations of FSR.  Sales are made and stocks are replaced when we find a better idea.

The model will only own ETFs in order to hedge.  It will own ADRs.  The focus is on mid to large cap stocks.
We screen stocks based on a variety of valuation and quality factors.   Valuation factors include price-to-book, price-to-earnings, price-to-cash flow, dividend yield and intrinsic valuation or fair price.  Quality factors include debt-to-capital, earnings stability, dividend stability, return on investment capital, return on equity and sales growth.  After finding stocks using our screening methods we complete comprehensive fundamental research and assign a propriety investment grade.
We weight stocks in the portfolio based on our confidence in each position.  Stocks with the most attractive valuation will be weighted at the highest percentages.  We typically will own 1-12 stocks.  Although not common, it is possible to have 100% of the portfolio in 1 stock.  The portfolio will be rebalanced monthly in our best ideas.

ETFs are occassionally used to hedge.
We hold a stock in the portfolio until either the business fundamentals weaken, the shares become overvalued or we find a better investment.  The most common reason for a sale is that we find a better idea.
We are not market timers but we are not afraid to hold cash. At times we may have large cash positions.   Cash allows us to take advantage of volatility in the market. In our opinion the value of cash rises when market volatility rises. Thus, when the stock market proved volatile it provides an opportunity to buy wide-moat companies at bargain prices, we will be ready with cash in hand to take advantage of the irrationality.  Cash positions are determined monthly based on the amount of stock positions found attractive.

Risk rating

4
11.7%

Best 30 days

-12.8%

Worst 30 days

Performance

  • -4.6%
    30 day
  • -
    365 days
  • 11.7%
    Since Inception
    August 02, 2011
Monthly vs S&P500
Sparkbar Graph, Focused Stock Investment Model Performance versus S&P500
6.8%

Since Inception

  • $5,000 subscription min
  • margin account required
  • 1.5% fee

Replicability

100.0%
  • Replicable

Top 5 Holdings View all

31.4%
9.4%
7.6%
7.5%
5.9%
  • AAPL
  • PM
  • YUM
  • COH
  • SBUX

Model commentary

  1. Apple and Starbucks are just getting started

    20 March 2012

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  2. You have to keep it simple 14 February 2012
  3. Low expectations set the stage for a 2012 market … 17 January 2012

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Performance detail

  • Manager
  • S&P 500

Performance

Inception August 02, 2011
as of May 21, 2012 Manager S&P 500 Average Subscriber
Past 30 days -4.6% -4.5% -
Past 90 days 0.0% -3.4% -
Since Inception 11.7% 4.9% -
2012 (YTD) 15.3% 4.6% -

Risk Metrics

Since Inception
as of May 21, 2012 Manager S&P 500
Best 30 days 11.7% 13.6%
Worst 30 days -12.8% -9.8%
Volatility 18.0% 24.7%
Sharpe Ratio 0.80 0.24
Sortino Ratio 1.13 0.31
Maximum Drawdown -12.8% -12.8%
Value-at-risk (95%, 1 week) -4.2% -5.7%
vs. S&P 500
Information Ratio 0.63
Alpha 9.8%
Beta 0.62
R-Squared 0.72

Latest transactions view all

Average trades per month 24.7
Executed Symbol Security Replicable Type Price
05/21/12 SDS ProShares UltraShort S&P500 Yes Sell $17.23
05/16/12 AAPL Apple Inc Yes Buy $542.25
05/16/12 CNK CINEMARK HOLDINGS INC Yes Sell $24.00
05/16/12 BRK B Berkshire Hathaway Inc Yes Sell $80.65
05/16/12 COH COACH INC Yes Sell $67.17
05/16/12 SBUX STARBUCKS CORP Yes Sell $53.00
05/16/12 BID SOTHEBYS Yes Sell $31.37
05/14/12 SDS ProShares UltraShort S&P500 Yes Buy $16.38
  • $5,000 subscription min
  • margin account required
  • 1.5% fee

Important Information

Important Information

1. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

2. Performance of the model manager's account is calculated by Covestor on a daily time-weighted basis, including cash, dividends and earnings distributions, and broker commissions. Manager returns include trades that fail Covestor's trading rules, do not reflect any Covestor suitability or risk score restrictions and are exclusive of Covestor fees. More

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8. Top Replicable Holdings: These securities are currently held in the model manager's brokerage account. Those marked as "Replicable Holdings" currently pass Covestor's trading rules, subject to individual client constraints. Eligibility for replication may change over time. Actual client subscription holdings may vary.

9. Latest Transactions: These transactions were executed in the model manager's brokerage account. Those marked as "Replicable" () passed Covestor's trading rules and were eligible for replication at the time of execution, subject to individual client constraints. Eligibility for replication may change over time. Actual client subscription trade activity may vary.

10. S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged index compiled by Standard & Poor´s Corp. Index returns do not reflect any management fees, transaction costs or expenses. Individuals cannot invest directly in an Index. S&P 500 index data: S&P 500 Copyright © 2012.

11. Dow Jones index data: CME Group Index Services, LLC 2012