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Jason Del Vicario Kakaku.com, Inc. KKKUF-OTC PAST TOP PICK Sep 20, 2024

(A Top Pick May 23/23, Up 25%)

Shopping comparison website that has very strong business model. Competition has been strong - putting pressure on business. Asset light business that is focusing on restaurant reservation + jobs platform. Still owns shares in company. Good long term investment. Happy shareholders. 

$13.753

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