Research in Motion Ltd. (Nasdaq:RIMM) is a compelling buy right now, says Horacio Marquez. The company dominates the corporate market with its Blackberry phone and has a “bulletproof” balance sheet. Horacio says the correction in RIMM’s share price should have run its course by now, meaning a big opportunity for profits in the coming year.
BHP Billiton Ltd. (NYSE:BHP) is getting stronger, says Horacio Marquez, even as commodity prices slump. With its low costs and diversified operations, the natural resources producer is well positioned to ride out the credit crisis. And when commodity prices rebound next year, Horacio says BHP will lead the recovery. He recommends buying shares at today’s distressed prices, and holding for big long-term profits.
Wal-Mart (NYSE:WMT) is thriving as recession grips the economy. As a cost leader in the retail sector, the company is benefiting from an increase in thrift. And it continues to expand its operations overseas. Horacio Marquez says Wal-Mart should emerge stronger than ever from this crisis, making it an essential part of any stock portfolio.
The brutal market sell-off in emerging markets has led many to doubt their importance in the global economy. But Horacio Marquez says the ‘right’ countries in Latin America will thrive in the New Year. Top of the class is Brazil, but Horacio also sees good opportunities in Chile and Mexico.
Hewlett-Packard Co. (NYSE:HPQ) is making big strides even as the economy falls deeper into recession. HP’s superior products and exemplary execution are key factors behind this trend, says Horacio Marquez. And with the stock beaten down by broad market panic, Horacio says the company is a steal. He recommends building up a position in increments over the coming four months.
GM is essentially already bankrupt, says Horacio Marquez. And it has been for years. This clearly makes the company one to avoid for investors. But Horacio says there are still some ways for those with a big risk appetite to make big profits with the giant automaker.
Google Inc. (Nasdaq:GOOG) is well established as internet search-engine champion. And its rapid expansion into other technologies means the company is poised to bounce back strongly when the financial crisis is over. Money Map Report editor Horacio Marquez says the current market downturn provides the perfect opportunity to buy Google stock at a bargain price.
Money Map Report editor Horacio Marquez says Apple Inc. (Nasdaq: AAPL) is a bargain at today’s prices. The company continues to grow and diversify, and will keep gaining market share for its products. However, a consumption slowdown and tough competition means caution is essential when building up a position.
On Monday we featured a bullish piece on Brazil by Money Map Report editor Horacio Marquez. Since then, the iShares MSCI Brazil Index ETF (NYSE:EWZ) he called a “screaming buy” has gained as much as 31%. Here, William Patalon III provides an update on some of the reasons to be investing in Brazil right now.
Horacio Marquez says the credit crisis is giving investors another chance to profit from Brazil’s long-term success story. The country is rich in natural resources, has a solid banking system, and a strong economic outlook. He recommends buying the iShares MSCI Brazil Index (NYSE:EWZ) in increasing increments over the coming 8 weeks.
