Tag Archives: short-sellers

Damn the Short Sellers; and more…

Posted on January 28, 2021 by Mal Spooner

Observers of the rocketing price moves of now familiar names, are describing the phenomena as ‘insane’ but it was bound to happen eventually. I’m just happy I’ve lived long enough to see some of these crooks get their comeuppance. Is … Continue reading →

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Don’t be fooled by Friday Short-Squeezes

Posted on March 13, 2020 by Mal Spooner

You may have noticed that each Friday over the past couple of weeks we get a bit of strength in stock markets especially in the morning. I learned over many years never to buy stocks (or ETF’s) on Fridays because … Continue reading →

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RIM – stock-picking shame and salvation!

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Mal Spooner

Finally RIM is getting some respect. Today ScotiaCapital upgraded the stock to a sector outperform rating: “In our view RIM does not need to deliver the best selling smartphone in order to deliver an upside EPS surprise. And we believe … Continue reading →

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Research in Motion TOP PICK? Is the guy whacko?

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Mal Spooner

Who in their right mind would suggest Research in Motion as their TOP PICK for 2012? There’s no shortage of controversy to be sure surrounding the company. Yesterday I sat with good friends, man and wife, and SHE (Rayla) thought … Continue reading →