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Billy Kawasaki’s Insights - Billy’s most-liked answers from 5i Research. It should be considered higher risk income, but it has a long history. Management is decent. It has survived many downturns and has managed to grow. Unlock Premium - Try 5i Free
It's been a top pick of his over the years. He likes the way they structure their business, investing in diverse, established companies, mostly in the US. They pay a compelling yield, but is a volatile stock, Is less exposed than before to the vagaries of the economy, though the economy will still affect them.
This is an example of a stock that he would have a short position on. The stock has a very high dividend but its payout ratio is quite high and is therefore at risk. The stock has negative price momentum. They have also had some earnings challenges from their royalty deals. (Analysts’ price target is $19.72)