Money Grows on Trees

#366 - Dying Business Or Generational Opportunity?

Money Grows on Trees

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In this new episode, Lloyd examines whether Nike's dramatic share price decline is creating a once-in-a-generation investing opportunity or exposing deeper problems within the business. By looking beyond the headlines and into the company's fundamentals, competitive position, and long-term prospects, Lloyd explores what separates a genuinely cheap stock from a value trap. ◼️ Has Nike become a bargain, or is the market signalling something deeper? ◼️ Why are billionaire investors buying while others are heading for the exits? ◼️ How can you tell the difference between a great brand and a great investment?

Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:52 - Is Nike a bargain or a value trap? 00:02:18 - Nike fundamentals: then versus now 00:04:25 - What caused Nike's decline? 00:05:23 - How Nike built its brand 00:06:47 - Has Nike lost its competitive edge? 00:08:06 - Warren Buffett's view on Nike 00:09:27 - The problem with easy substitutes 00:10:27 - Why Apple is different 00:12:17 - Why Lloyd won't invest in Nike 00:12:37 - Insider buying and investor sentiment 00:13:27 - The 'too hard' basket 00:14:08 - Why Lloyd prefers BHP 00:15:16 - The danger of value traps 00:15:23 - The Stellantis investing lesson 00:16:50 - Even great investors make mistakes 00:17:14 - How to approach stock investing 00:18:28 - Final thoughts on Nike

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