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NVDAreference 222.27
NVIDIA Corp
Technology · Semiconductors
Designs and sells graphics processing units, networking hardware, and artificial intelligence computing platforms.
Assets:
GPU ArchitecturesBlackwell, Hopper, and Ada Lovelace microarchitectures
CUDA PlatformProprietary parallel computing architecture and software stack
InfiniBand NetworkingQuantum-X and Spectrum switches via Mellanox assets
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Grip Score5 of 5 checks strong
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+1.34%$222.27
$5.36T
28.1×
$302.98B

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GOOGL reference 349.54
+0.64% $349.54
Alphabet Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
87 Grip Score
Operates the world's primary search engine, dominant mobile operating system, and a major cloud computing.
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Sells digital advertising space across proprietary search, video, and partner network platforms.

Market cap
$4.25T
P/E
17.6×
Annual sales
$446.44B
  • Current ratio of 2.7× — short-term assets cover short-term bills
  • Debt to equity of 0.18× — little owed against the equity
  • Profit margin of 54.7%
  • Gross margin of 60.9%
Worth watching

Digital ad revenues face intense antitrust litigation and regulatory remedies targeting search and ad-tech monopolies.

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PLTR reference 177.64
+0.79% $177.64
Palantir Technologies Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
85 Grip Score
Builds centralized software platforms that integrate massive, fragmented data sets for government and commercial.
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Builds and deploys software platforms that integrate data for counterterrorism, defense, and commercial operations.

Market cap
$426.88B
P/E
151.4×
Annual sales
$6.16B
  • Current ratio of 7.2× — short-term assets cover short-term bills
  • Debt to equity of 0.02× — little owed against the equity
  • Profit margin of 49%
  • Gross margin of 84.8%
Worth watching

A significant portion of total revenue remains concentrated within United States government defense and intelligence agency contracts.

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SHOP reference 128.50
Shopify Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
79 Grip Score
Powers multi-channel merchant storefronts, checkout systems, and integrated payment processing across global commerce.
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Provides cloud software for merchants to build digital storefronts and manage inventory. Processes digital payments, provides merchant credit, and sells point-of-sale hardware.

Market cap
$165.33B
P/E
86.7×
Annual sales
$13.27B
  • Current ratio of 5.4× — short-term assets cover short-term bills
  • Debt to equity of 0.01× — little owed against the equity
  • Profit margin of 14.5%
  • Gross margin of 47.6%
Worth watching

Gross merchandise volume heavily depends on consumer discretionary spending across small and medium-sized merchants.

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AA reference 44.43
Alcoa Corp
Published Sep 19, 2026
76 Grip Score
Integrates upstream bauxite mining and alumina refining with primary aluminum smelting powered largely by renewable.
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Mines bauxite and refines it into alumina for global industrial customers. Smelts primary aluminum into ingots, foundry alloys, and rolled slabs.

Market cap
$11.73B
P/E
9.1×
Annual sales
$13.79B
  • Current ratio of 1.5× — short-term assets cover short-term bills
  • Debt to equity of 0.3× — little owed against the equity
  • Return on equity of 19.1%
  • Return on invested capital of 13.5%
Worth watching

Exposure to volatile London Metal Exchange aluminum prices directly drives revenue and cash flow instability.

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OXY reference 58.84
Occidental Petroleum Corp
Published Sep 19, 2026
76 Grip Score
Produces oil and natural gas alongside chemical manufacturing and commercial direct air capture infrastructure.
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Explores, develops, and extracts crude oil, natural gas liquids, and natural gas worldwide.

Market cap
$58.82B
P/E
17.4×
Annual sales
$24.31B
  • Debt to equity of 0.35× — little owed against the equity
  • Profit margin of 14%
  • Earnings up 185.4% this year
  • PEG of 0.62 — the multiple against the growth
Worth watching

Substantial debt obligations exist on the balance sheet following major upstream corporate acquisitions.

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SCHW reference 105.25
Charles Schwab Corp
Published Sep 19, 2026
75 Grip Score
Monetizes client cash through banking operations while providing low-cost retail brokerage and registered investment.
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Operates wealth management platforms, banking deposit services, and retail trading systems.

Market cap
$182.01B
P/E
19.1×
Annual sales
$29.36B
  • Profit margin of 33.1%
  • Gross margin of 85%
  • Return on equity of 20.3%
  • Return on invested capital of 14%
Worth watching

Client cash sorting out of lower-yielding deposit accounts into third-party money market funds reduces net interest revenue.

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MSFT reference 493.78
-0.80% $493.78
Microsoft Corp
Published Sep 19, 2026
74 Grip Score
Integrates enterprise productivity software, developer platforms, and operating systems with global cloud and AI.
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Sells cloud computing capacity, business productivity suites, and computer operating systems worldwide.

Market cap
$3.67T
P/E
27.5×
Annual sales
$331.82B
  • Debt to equity of 0.29× — little owed against the equity
  • Profit margin of 40.3%
  • Gross margin of 67.9%
  • Return on equity of 34%
Worth watching

Massive capital expenditures for artificial intelligence data centers pressure operating margins prior to revenue realization.

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XOM reference 163.54
ExxonMobil Holdings Corp
Published Sep 19, 2026
71 Grip Score
Operates an integrated energy network spanning upstream offshore drilling, major refining complexes, and large-scale.
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Explores for and produces crude oil, natural gas, petrochemicals, and refined fuels. Sells synthetic lubricants and transportation fuels through worldwide distributor networks.

Market cap
$672.46B
P/E
21.1×
Annual sales
$363.49B
  • Debt to equity of 0.16× — little owed against the equity
  • Return on invested capital of 11.2%
  • Sales up 12.7% a year over five years
  • Earnings up 67.2% this year
Worth watching

Revenues depend directly on volatile international commodity prices for crude oil and refined products.

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CROX reference 122.24
Crocs Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
68 Grip Score
Produces molded foam clogs and casual footwear globally using proprietary Croslite resin through direct and wholesale.
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Designs, manufactures, and markets casual lifestyle footwear and accessories worldwide.

Market cap
$5.86B
P/E
10.6×
Annual sales
$4.04B
  • Profit margin of 14.6%
  • Gross margin of 57.5%
  • Return on equity of 42.3%
  • Return on invested capital of 19.9%
Worth watching

Production relies almost entirely on third-party contract manufacturers concentrated in Vietnam and China.

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CAT reference 808.99
Caterpillar Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
66 Grip Score
Distributes heavy machinery worldwide through an exclusive independent dealer network backed by captive customer.
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Produces heavy earthmoving machinery, mining equipment, and industrial power systems. Provides equipment financing and maintenance services through affiliated worldwide dealerships.

Market cap
$371.87B
P/E
34.8×
Annual sales
$74.67B
  • Profit margin of 14.5%
  • Return on equity of 57%
  • Return on invested capital of 21.1%
  • Sales up 10.1% a year over five years
Worth watching

End-market revenue depends heavily on cyclical capital expenditure in mining, oil and gas, and infrastructure development.

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JOBY reference 6.12
Joby Aviation Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
66 Grip Score
Builds and plans to operate all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for commercial passenger air taxi.
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Develops electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for low-noise commercial passenger transport.

Market cap
$6.08B
P/E
Annual sales
$116.30M
  • Current ratio of 18× — short-term assets cover short-term bills
  • Debt to equity of 0.42× — little owed against the equity
  • Earnings up 21.2% this year
  • Insiders hold 35.7% of the shares
Worth watching

The business has not secured final FAA type certification required to start commercial revenue flights.

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AAPL reference 336.13
-0.26% $336.13
Apple Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
64 Grip Score
Integrates proprietary hardware, operating systems, and digital services into a closed consumer product ecosystem.
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Designs, manufactures, and markets smartphones, personal computers, tablets, wearables, and accessories.

Market cap
$4.91T
P/E
38.5×
Annual sales
$466.75B
  • Profit margin of 27.6%
  • Gross margin of 48.7%
  • Return on equity of 148.8%
  • Return on invested capital of 72.1%
Worth watching

Significant manufacturing concentration remains tied to third-party assembly facilities in China.

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LQDT reference 42.88
Liquidity Services Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
64 Grip Score
Operates online auction marketplaces to liquidate surplus, returned, and salvage assets for commercial and government.
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Operates online auction marketplaces where businesses and government agencies sell surplus goods, returned merchandise, and capital assets.

Market cap
$1.34B
P/E
41.9×
Annual sales
$490.33M
  • Current ratio of 1.6× — short-term assets cover short-term bills
  • Debt to equity of 0.06× — little owed against the equity
  • Gross margin of 45.5%
  • Return on invested capital of 13.6%
Worth watching

Revenue depends significantly on supply volumes from a limited group of major retail and government consignors.

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JNJ reference 269.99
Johnson & Johnson
Published Sep 19, 2026
63 Grip Score
Develops prescription pharmaceuticals and medical devices through global manufacturing and clinical trial networks.
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Develops and manufactures prescription pharmaceuticals for oncology, immunology, and neuroscience.

Market cap
$650.65B
P/E
31.3×
Annual sales
$97.99B
  • Debt to equity of 0.58× — little owed against the equity
  • Profit margin of 21.5%
  • Gross margin of 68%
  • Return on equity of 25.7%
Worth watching

Ongoing mass-tort product liability litigations concerning legacy talc products create substantial financial liabilities.

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KO reference 88.25
Coca-Cola Co
Published Sep 19, 2026
60 Grip Score
Manufactures beverage concentrates sold to an independent global network of bottlers who distribute finished drinks.
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Produces non-alcoholic beverage concentrates, syrups, and finished drinks worldwide. Markets sparkling soft drinks, juices, plant-based waters, and ready-to-drink coffees.

Market cap
$379.70B
P/E
26.6×
Annual sales
$50.56B
  • Profit margin of 28.3%
  • Gross margin of 62%
  • Return on equity of 44.2%
  • Return on invested capital of 19.6%
Worth watching

Shifting consumer demand away from sugar-sweetened carbonated beverages pressures core soft drink volumes.

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TSLA reference 364.27
-0.53% $364.27
Tesla Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
57 Grip Score
It vertically integrates battery manufacturing, proprietary vehicle software, and direct-to-consumer electric vehicle.
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Manufactures and sells battery electric vehicles alongside commercial transport trucks globally.

Market cap
$1.44T
P/E
338.5×
Annual sales
$103.65B
  • Current ratio of 1.9× — short-term assets cover short-term bills
  • Debt to equity of 0.19× — little owed against the equity
  • Sales up 24.6% a year over five years
  • Insiders hold 28.6% of the shares
Worth watching

Automotive gross margins face ongoing pressure from global vehicle price cuts and intense regional EV competition.

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PG reference 146.39
Procter & Gamble Co
Published Sep 19, 2026
57 Grip Score
Scales global consumer packaged goods manufacturing and distribution across retail, pharmacy, and ecommerce channels.
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Manufactures and markets packaged goods across fabric care, grooming, healthcare, and baby care categories.

Market cap
$340.02B
P/E
22.1×
Annual sales
$86.96B
  • Profit margin of 18.1%
  • Gross margin of 50.9%
  • Return on equity of 30.3%
  • Return on invested capital of 20.7%
Worth watching

Commodity price volatility in pulp, resins, and petrochemical inputs directly pressures gross operating margins.

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DAL reference 79.62
Delta Air Lines Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
57 Grip Score
Operates a global airline network centered around major fortress hubs with an integrated in-house maintenance division.
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Provides scheduled passenger and cargo air transportation across domestic and international routes.

Market cap
$52.36B
P/E
13.2×
Annual sales
$68.00B
  • Return on equity of 20.1%
  • Return on invested capital of 10.5%
  • Sales up 30% a year over five years
  • Trades at 13.2× earnings
Worth watching

Jet fuel price volatility represents a major unhedged operating expense subject to global energy market shifts.

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JPM reference 349.67
JPMorgan Chase & Co
Published Sep 19, 2026
54 Grip Score
Operates the largest US branch banking network alongside global investment banking, trading, and asset management.
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Provides consumer banking, credit cards, mortgages, and commercial lending to individuals and businesses.

Market cap
$929.49B
P/E
15.0×
Annual sales
$297.91B
  • Profit margin of 21.4%
  • Return on equity of 17.7%
  • Sales up 17.3% a year over five years
  • Earnings up 23.7% this year
Worth watching

Credit default exposure spans trillions in commercial real estate, corporate debt, and consumer revolving balances.

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NKE reference 35.51
Nike Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
51 Grip Score
Outsources all footwear and apparel manufacturing while controlling global design, marketing, and direct-to-consumer.
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Designs and sells athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories globally. Operates digital commerce platforms alongside retail stores while licensing specialized athletic gear.

Market cap
$52.68B
P/E
16.9×
Annual sales
$46.21B
  • Current ratio of 2× — short-term assets cover short-term bills
  • Gross margin of 43.1%
  • Return on equity of 22.1%
  • Return on invested capital of 13.3%
Worth watching

High reliance on independent contract manufacturers in Asia exposes operations to regional supply disruptions and trade policy shifts.

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UNH reference 376.90
Unitedhealth Group Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
51 Grip Score
Integrates health insurance coverage with direct clinical care delivery, pharmacy services, and healthcare data.
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Provides health benefit plans, Medicare coverage, and Medicaid programs to individuals and employers.

Market cap
$338.30B
P/E
24.2×
Annual sales
$451.07B
  • Sales up 11.7% a year over five years
  • Earnings up 21.2% this year
  • PEG of 0.98 — the multiple against the growth
  • Trades at 14.3× free cash flow
Worth watching

Changes in federal Medicare Advantage payment rates and risk adjustment models reduce operating margins.

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ZIM reference 30.10
Zim Integrated Shipping Services Ltd
Published Sep 19, 2026
51 Grip Score
Operates an asset-light container shipping network relying primarily on chartered vessels and specialized niche trade.
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Provides global container shipping, cargo handling, and digital logistics services across major trans-oceanic trade routes.

Market cap
$3.63B
P/E
26.2×
Annual sales
$6.48B
  • Sales up 11.6% a year over five years
  • Earnings up 17.3% this year
  • Trades at 3.1× free cash flow
  • Pays a 7.95% dividend
Worth watching

High reliance on chartered vessels exposes operating margins directly to fixed lease obligations during freight rate downturns.

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PFE reference 27.66
Pfizer Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
45 Grip Score
Discovers, develops, and manufactures prescription biopharmaceuticals and vaccines globally at industrial scale.
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Sells prescription medicines and vaccines across oncology, immunology, cardiology, and infectious diseases. Manufactures these therapies through global pharmaceutical production facilities.

Market cap
$157.65B
P/E
36.6×
Annual sales
$63.57B
  • Gross margin of 64.8%
  • Sales up 8.5% a year over five years
  • Trades at 14.4× free cash flow
  • Pays a 6.23% dividend
Worth watching

Key patent expirations on major revenue drivers like Eliquis expose the business to immediate generic competition.

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RIVN reference 14.99
Rivian Automotive Inc
Published Sep 19, 2026
44 Grip Score
Builds purpose-built electric trucks, SUVs, and commercial delivery vans using a proprietary skateboard platform.
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Manufactures consumer electric pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles alongside custom electric commercial delivery vans.

Market cap
$21.70B
P/E
Annual sales
$5.88B
  • Current ratio of 2.1× — short-term assets cover short-term bills
  • Insiders hold 34.9% of the shares
  • Profit margin of -55% — not profitable today
  • 17% of the float is sold short
Worth watching

Negative gross margins on each vehicle produced strain operational liquidity.

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GOGL reference 24.43
Corgi GOOGL 2x Daily ETF
Published Sep 19, 2026
Provides two times leveraged daily investment exposure to the performance of Alphabet Class A common stock.
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Operates as an exchange-traded fund providing daily leveraged returns on Alphabet stock.

Market cap
$0.00M
P/E
Annual sales
$0.00M
Worth watching

Daily leverage compounding creates significant performance divergence from the underlying asset when held for periods longer than one day.

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