This is not a suggestion for the site, but I don't know where else to post this.
I'd like to be able to invest in Auctiva. When are you going to do an IPO?
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Wow, what a great compliment!
We're not looking for any invements right now. Here is some more info about us though:
http://www.auctiva.com/about/aboutus.aspx
Too bad you didnt say this last week because I woulda suggested picking up some Google stock instead. I knew it was going to hit $350. That's up from about $300 range in 10 days or so. A nice 16% gain in a week or so.
Of course that's about the first stock pick I'd have been right about in years, lol.
Ok, for the fun of it here is what I sorta like now. Lets see how things are Feb 1st after next quarters earnings announcements are done.
Apple - AAPL - $56.10
Sandisk - SNDK - $56.98
eBay - EBAY - $38.01
Google - GOOG - $346.91
Microsoft - MSFT - $25.03
Ok, that's it, lots of tech. This is just for fun. I own a little MSFT and that's it.
So 1 share of each adds up to $523.03. Lets see how much it is on Feb 1. Maybe we can starta contest anyone can join for fun in another thread to see how can earn the most by Feb 1 given $525 to invest into 5 stocks.
We're not looking for any invements right now. Here is some more info about us though:
http://www.auctiva.com/about/aboutus.aspx
Too bad you didnt say this last week because I woulda suggested picking up some Google stock instead. I knew it was going to hit $350. That's up from about $300 range in 10 days or so. A nice 16% gain in a week or so.
Of course that's about the first stock pick I'd have been right about in years, lol.
Ok, for the fun of it here is what I sorta like now. Lets see how things are Feb 1st after next quarters earnings announcements are done.
Apple - AAPL - $56.10
Sandisk - SNDK - $56.98
eBay - EBAY - $38.01
Google - GOOG - $346.91
Microsoft - MSFT - $25.03
Ok, that's it, lots of tech. This is just for fun. I own a little MSFT and that's it.
So 1 share of each adds up to $523.03. Lets see how much it is on Feb 1. Maybe we can starta contest anyone can join for fun in another thread to see how can earn the most by Feb 1 given $525 to invest into 5 stocks.
Oh, and I can't imagine us doing an IPO. We're such a niche company serving eBay sellers. eBay could screw us at any time. It's not the safest line of work given they're constantly trying to pinch pennies out of everyone and anyone.
Yes, I've read an article about eBay difficulties with this company.
I'm kicking myself because I bought some Microsoft before it went down (my first purchase, and I'm proud of it anyway. LOL)
I'm sleepless with reading. I'm doing it through Sharebuilder.com, a (very)little at a time. Started in September after reading Rich Dad, Poor Dad.
The hard part is figuring out which companies have good financial statements, and --ah, that's not my strong suit. Well, yet.
I now know what a good PEG ratio is.
Thank God for Motley Fool. I have their investment guide and workbook, and eventually will subscribe to their site. Right now I'm relying on investopedia for general info, and a couple of sites with charts.
I have a feeling a couple I've chosen will not be shown to be terribly wise
here's mine:
ACGL-Arch Capital Group 48.51
ATYT-ATI Technologies INC 14.23
CRYP-Cryptologic INC 16.64
DWA-Dreamworks Animation 24.98
WB-Wachovia 50.09
XLP-Consumer Staples Index INC 23.08
MSFT-Microsoft 25.53
I am trying to learn which companies will grow, and who are effectively managing their money--
Did you already start a thread on this stuff?
There's a place in investopedia where you can invest imaginary money, by the way.
I'm kicking myself because I bought some Microsoft before it went down (my first purchase, and I'm proud of it anyway. LOL)
I'm sleepless with reading. I'm doing it through Sharebuilder.com, a (very)little at a time. Started in September after reading Rich Dad, Poor Dad.
The hard part is figuring out which companies have good financial statements, and --ah, that's not my strong suit. Well, yet.
I now know what a good PEG ratio is.
Thank God for Motley Fool. I have their investment guide and workbook, and eventually will subscribe to their site. Right now I'm relying on investopedia for general info, and a couple of sites with charts.
I have a feeling a couple I've chosen will not be shown to be terribly wise
here's mine:
ACGL-Arch Capital Group 48.51
ATYT-ATI Technologies INC 14.23
CRYP-Cryptologic INC 16.64
DWA-Dreamworks Animation 24.98
WB-Wachovia 50.09
XLP-Consumer Staples Index INC 23.08
MSFT-Microsoft 25.53
I am trying to learn which companies will grow, and who are effectively managing their money--
Did you already start a thread on this stuff?
There's a place in investopedia where you can invest imaginary money, by the way.
If you have CNBC on cable or satellite check out a show called "Mad Money." It's on at 3,6,9pm. I think it's the most popular show on that channel now. The guy was a hedge fund manager for 14 years and averaged a 24% return for his clients. Then he founded thestreet.com and does this TV show, a radio show, and shares what he's learned. He does trade stocks, but now it's for his charitable trust. He doesnt do it professionally as a business anymore. If he did I'd be the first in line with a 24% return!!! Oh he has a book out now too.
Hey wait a second, are you already watching it? He said to buy Microsoft and ATI. But he said to sell the ATI right after the Xbox 360 launches. He doesnt like it long term, but just for the quick trade.
I didnt start a new thread yet, but I can at some point and it's easy for me to move these replies into it.
Hey wait a second, are you already watching it? He said to buy Microsoft and ATI. But he said to sell the ATI right after the Xbox 360 launches. He doesnt like it long term, but just for the quick trade.
I didnt start a new thread yet, but I can at some point and it's easy for me to move these replies into it.
woohoo! Thanks for telling me about ATI. I bought it because I saw it in the disclosures for one of the writers on Fool.com, and the company seemed strong. (Shows you what I know.)
I don't watch TV any more (haven't for almost 6 years) so I have no idea what's on. I'll see if he has anything online, and check out his book.
*whimper* My brain is full.
lol
I don't watch TV any more (haven't for almost 6 years) so I have no idea what's on. I'll see if he has anything online, and check out his book.
*whimper* My brain is full.
lol
quote:Originally posted by Auctiva Tom T.:
If you have CNBC on cable or satellite check out a show called "Mad Money." It's on at 3,6,9pm. I think it's the most popular show on that channel now.
I watch VERY little of the "boob" tube. What I watch I thoroughly enjoy and lemme tell ya...I love this show. So different than any other show of it's type.
Very innovative and he's right on the money!
Plus, he does put on a show, doesn't he?
Catch it if you can!
Donna