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Baptista Research is owned and managed by Ishan Majumdar, an ex-Venture Capitalist/ Investment Banker, a Chartered Accountant, and a Masters’ degree holder in Management from HEC Paris. Ishan has nearly a decade of experience in Mergers and Acquisitions, Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs), Venture Capital Investing, Corporate Strategy, and Valuation in front-office roles at the likes of BNP Paribas CIB, Credit Agricole CIB, Groupe Danone, and TIW Private Equity. He has worked on and closed multiple acquisition deals, leveraged buyouts, and start-up investment transactions.

Equity Bottom-Up

<ul><li>Peloton's earnings for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 demonstrate a balanced perspective of challenges and opportunities as the company maneuvers through a critical phase marked by leadership transitions and strategic realignment.</li><li>The announcement that Peter Stern will assume the role of CEO and President starting January 1, 2025, heralds a potentially transformative phase for Peloton.</li><li>Peter Stern brings substantial experience from previous roles at major corporations, likely setting a strong foundation for leadership and strategic direction.</li></ul>

Peloton's earnings for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 demonstrate a balanced perspective of challenges and opportunities as the company maneuvers through a critical phase marked by leadership transitions and strategic realignment.The announcement that Peter Stern will assume the role of CEO and President starting January 1, 2025, heralds a potentially transformative phase for Peloton.Peter Stern brings substantial experience from previous roles at major corporations, likely setting a strong foundation for leadership and strategic direction.

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Yet Another Value Podcast

Podcast by Andrew Walker, a PM at Rangeley Capital

Yet Another Value Podcast is a new podcast from Andrew Walker, the founder of yetanothervalueblog.substack.com/. We interview top investors and dive deep into stocks and companies they are currently working on and investing in. While nothing on this channel is investing advice and everyone should do their own diligence, our goal is to frequently feature edgy and actionable value and/or event driven ideas. Please see our legal and disclaimer at: https://yetanothervalueblog.substack.com/p/legal-and-disclaimer

Pebblebrook Hotel Trust / Equity Bottom-Up

<ul><li>Insiders are selling more than buying, especially in the technology sector</li><li>Spin-offs like Western Digital and Lionsgate Studios are of interest to insiders</li><li>Public Brook is a hotel company where insiders are buying stock and preferred shares, signaling potential value unlocking opportunities. Insiders are expected to start returning capital to shareholders, but the question remains if they will follow through.</li></ul><p><em>This content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.</em></p>

Insiders are selling more than buying, especially in the technology sectorSpin-offs like Western Digital and Lionsgate Studios are of interest to insidersPublic Brook is a hotel company where insiders are buying stock and preferred shares, signaling potential value unlocking opportunities. Insiders are expected to start returning capital to shareholders, but the question remains if they will follow through.This content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

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Managing Director, Zero One, Zero One

Vincent Fernando, CFA

Managing Director, Zero One

Zero One

Founded in 2015, Zero One produces independent investment research and provides corporate finance advisory services with a focus on both listed and private technology companies. Founder Vincent Fernando has over 20 years of experience in US and Asia capital markets.

Independent Investment Research

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<li>Micron's Latest Outlook Disappoints &amp; Shares Fall; Decoupling Trade Between SK Hynix &amp; Nanya Tech Has Worked However</li>
<li>Smartphone AI Insights -- On-Device Local Search &amp; Context-Aware Interfaces Emerging as Key Local AI Needs</li>
<li>Conclusion -- Consider Swapping In MICRON as the Long Side of the Memory Decoupling Trade</li>
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Micron's Latest Outlook Disappoints &amp; Shares Fall; Decoupling Trade Between SK Hynix &amp; Nanya Tech Has Worked However
Smartphone AI Insights -- On-Device Local Search &amp; Context-Aware Interfaces Emerging as Key Local AI Needs
Conclusion -- Consider Swapping In MICRON as the Long Side of the Memory Decoupling Trade


Memory Monitor: The Emerging Mass-Market Edge AI Need for Mobiles; Long Micron Vs. Short Nanya Tech

<ul><li>Peloton's Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2024 Earnings highlighted a period of transition and strategic transformation with promises of achieving better financial footing and long-term sustainable growth.</li><li>Peloton announced a new policy: a one-time $95 activation fee for subscribers who purchase used equipment, such as Bikes or Treads, on the secondary market.</li><li>This move comes as Peloton notices a significant rise in new members acquiring second-hand equipment from platforms like Facebook Marketplace.</li></ul>

Peloton's Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2024 Earnings highlighted a period of transition and strategic transformation with promises of achieving better financial footing and long-term sustainable growth.Peloton announced a new policy: a one-time $95 activation fee for subscribers who purchase used equipment, such as Bikes or Treads, on the secondary market.This move comes as Peloton notices a significant rise in new members acquiring second-hand equipment from platforms like Facebook Marketplace.

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<ul><li>Western Digital's Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2024 Earnings showcased a blend of achievements and strategic initiatives, offering both opportunities and challenges for investors.</li><li>The company reported strong financial performance, with revenues reaching $3.8 billion for the quarter and $13 billion for the year.</li><li>Non-GAAP gross margin stood at 36.3%, and earnings per share were $1.44, highlighting the company’s operational resilience.</li></ul>

Western Digital's Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2024 Earnings showcased a blend of achievements and strategic initiatives, offering both opportunities and challenges for investors.The company reported strong financial performance, with revenues reaching $3.8 billion for the quarter and $13 billion for the year.Non-GAAP gross margin stood at 36.3%, and earnings per share were $1.44, highlighting the company’s operational resilience.

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Peloton Interactive Inc.: Can Its Strategic Marketing & Customer Acquisition Up Their Game? - Major Drivers

Peloton's earnings for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 demonstrate a balanced perspective of challenges and opportunities as the company...

Baptista Research

Inside Arbitrage's Asif Suria shares his thesis on insider purchases at Pebblebrook $PEB

Insiders are selling more than buying in the technology sector, but there are unique investment opportunities such as Western Digital spin off and...

Yet Another Value Podcast

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​Micron's outlook disappointed last week, but the decoupling trade of Long SK Hynix vs. Short Nanya Tech is working. Consider swapping in Micron as...

Vincent Fernando, CFA

Peloton Interactive Inc: Emphasis on Hardware and Subscription Gross Margins Is A Critical Growth Catalyst!

Peloton's Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2024 Earnings highlighted a period of transition and strategic transformation with promises of achieving...

Baptista Research

Western Digital Corporation: How Are They Dealing With Market Dynamics & Benefiting From Economic Tailwinds! - Major Drivers

Western Digital's Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2024 Earnings showcased a blend of achievements and strategic initiatives, offering both opportunities...

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