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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.
Two years ago, Alaris had two problem investments. Pays an 8% dividend. AD is turning things around with a few more investments, and they have reset their royalty rates. Things are definitely looking better. A 98% payout ratio, but that will be threatened if there's another problem investment. Cheap now. Give it one more quarter to see if things continue to do well, but you can pick away at it now.