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February 19, 2024 As Ecclesiastes wisely states, “There is a time…” – indeed, the time for changes on the BillCara.com website has arrived. I find myself at a juncture where age and health necessitate a shift in my contributions to this platform. After two decades of dedicated service post-retirement, it’s

February 8, 2024 Walt Disney Company (DIS) reported its Q1 FY2024 earnings for Dec.31, 2023. CEO Robert A. Iger is optimistic about the company’s future, citing a renewed strength across all business segments and a solid foundation for growth. These are the key points: Financial Results: Key Highlights: Streaming and

February 2, 2024 As soon as I can find out how to update these eBooks, I intend to do it continuously so that commentary and charts are updated at least once monthly. That way, buyers will not have to buy later versions of TraderWizard, Stock Market Literacy, and the Maverick

A summary of Apple’s fiscal 2024 Q1 financial results: Here’s an analysis of Apple’s Financial Statements: Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations: Net Sales by Reportable Segment: Net Sales by Category: Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets: Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow: Operating Activities: Investing Activities: Financing Activities: Cash and Cash Equivalents:

January 31, 2024 Fourth-Quarter 2023 Performance Full-Year 2023 Highlights Cash Flow and Balance Sheet (Fourth Quarter) Segment Results for the Fourth Quarter A.Software B.Consulting C.Infrastructure Cash Flow and Balance Sheet (Full Year) Full-Year 2023 Results Full-Year 2024 Expectations  Commentary: “In the fourth quarter, we grew revenue in all of our

January 30, 2024 McKinsey & Co takeaways from the WEF Davos Conference. The McKinsey citations are listed below: Speed is crucial to outperformance: Leaders in fast-moving organizations report higher operational resilience, financial performance, growth, and innovation than their peers in slow-moving companies. Cooperation and competition can coexist: Leaders can practice

January 30, 2024 Revenue: $62.0 billion, an increase of 18% (16% in constant currency) from the previous fiscal year. Operating income: $27.0 billion, a 33% increase (25% non-GAAP, 23% in constant currency). Net income: $21.9 billion, a 33% increase (26% non-GAAP, 23% in constant currency). Diluted earnings per share: $2.93,

January 29, 2024 The charge card industry remains robust, defying recession concerns as Visa (V) and American Express (AXP) report substantial growth in payment volume and processed transactions. Visa (V): Net Revenues: $8.6 billion, a 9% increase. Net Income: GAAP $4.9 billion, or $2.39 per share; non-GAAP $4.9 billion, or

January 8, 2024 On January 7, Alaska Airlines, flying a Boeing 737 Max 9, suffered a mid-flight blowout of a door panel while climbing to 16,000. Consequently, the US regulator has grounded all such planes pending investigation. Other regulators are sure to follow. With Wall Street analysts having issued 18

January 8, 2024 Introduction: The World Economic Forum (WEF), colloquially known as the Davos group, presents itself as a forum for global thought leaders and decision-makers to discuss and promote environmental, social, and corporate guidance (ESG) solutions. However, a closer look reveals concerns from billions of people worldwide who fear