BULL MARKET: Preseason Wind Down

By: Dave Martinez | February 27th, 2009

The ticker is running, and stocks have awoken from their offseason slumber. Penny stocks have been introduced to the market this year through the “MLS Draft,” foreign acquisitions and investments continue to shape the markets analysis for Physical Year 2009, and older commodities are either on the brink of disaster or aging like a fine wine.

As always, we here at TORB Group are commited to giving our clients the top market perspectives for sound emotional investment. Here is a picture of the current, tumultuous market:

BUY

Juan Pablo Angel (JPA): JPA was a solid buy for anyone who bought in early last year. After a few misses early on, this constant stock displayed not only reliability as an investment, but growth. In fact, its highest quarter growth was the 4th of last year, signaling how well this stock performs during the most hectic and demanding period of the physical year. If you have JPA now, hold onto the stock. And though the price may still be a bit high, TORB analyist believe that JPA will be stronger than ever in 2009. If you can buy in, do so.

Dane Richards (DR): DR started as a penny stock three years ago, with alot of promise. Through its innovations in speed and creativity, the stock has skyrocketed. A definite keeper for the portfolio, as recent acquistions and contracts show the stock will remain viable and growing for years to come.

Albert Celades (ABC): ABC is a well known foreign stock that has been added to the domestic market recently. Though many don’t know how much value this stock has in the current market, I am one analyst that believes this solid veteran stock has some worth in it, at the right dollar amount. Early trials have shown that ABC can compete; but buy in only if the price is right. (I understand the risk in this buy. But without risk, there is no reward!)

Dominic Oduro (DO): DO has been seen as a stock that was not properly managed by its former management. With the acquisition by RBNY of the majority stock, DO will be looking to grow exponentially and shine in a way once not allowed. Buy in early, reap the profits.

HOLD

JPA, DR, and ABC if you have them already.

Jorge Rojas (JR): I would put JR in the buy category, since his stock is low after a less than thrilling 2008. But JR has trimmed lots of the fat that may have been hindering its performance last year, and if you bought in and lost some cash last August, my advice is to hold onto this stock for the 2009 year. JR just may find new heights.

Kevin Goldthwaite (KG): Another steady stock. KG found its way last season and has become one of the most trustworthy commodities in the current market. It is always nice to secure some stability. KG can give you that.

SELL

David Roth (DRT), Caleb Patterson Sewell (CPS) - Both penny stocks from last season saw promise, but have quickly declared bankruptcy this season. They will undergo some restructuring and will surely resurface in foreign markets.

Jon Conway (CON) – Here is an interesting situation; a tragic accident last year doomed this stock into obscurity, as its value was slashed by more than half, and most traders looking for the commodity would have to start its search in the trash bin. The stock will continue to suffer through the second quarter of this year, so perhaps sellling now while the selling is good and investing in other areas (like DC for instance – Danny Cepero) may be best for your money. CON should be reevaluated come July.