The Dark Side Of Options Trading

When used correctly, selling puts is an incredibly powerful strategy that gives everyday investors the chance to generate income, reinvest in other opportunities, or to purchase equities at below-market prices. But if used indiscriminately, this strategy can easily wipe out a portfolio. Today, we discuss how to do it the right way.

Best Buys for May

Franco-Nevada (NYSE: FNV) – the “Gold Digger” That Gets Paid To Do Nothing – is the leading gold royalty company. Franco-Nevada provides financing for mining companies to do the capital-intensive work of pulling rocks out of the ground, in exchange for a percentage of the mine’s output. This makes it a highly capital efficient business model, generating 56%

Gold, Tobacco, And Nicotine…

We believe the three companies we are including as the 3 “Best Buys” in this issue offer the best shelter against a slowing economy, and the greatest opportunity for share-price appreciation regardless of what happens next. We recommend investors put these names at the top of their “buy” list.

Cracking The Code

In the heart of America’s Corn Belt, the company whose bond we recommend in this issue has quietly transformed itself from a traditional ethanol producer into a biotech innovator – unlocking more from every kernel of corn than anyone thought possible.

The Safest Way To Make A Fortune In Distressed Markets

In the bond market, the key to success is avoiding default. In the stock market, the key to success is even easier: it’s to only sell puts on stocks that you’re genuinely happy to own and at a strike price that reflects an excellent value.

Searching For Safe Havens 

During inflationary environments, the best businesses to own are those that can grow their earnings without escalating capital investments… In other words, businesses with high capital efficiency. We share three from The Big Secret portfolio that offer the most resilience against the current economic environment.

The Baby Berkshire

The company we’re recommending in this issue is a diversified conglomerate with investments in insurance, energy, and hospitality. The founders were modestly successful as hotel operators, but they turned out to be world-class capital allocators and business buyers, turning a $100,000+ loan into billions of dollars.