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Best Buy Sensitivity Analysis
Estimated earnings and valuation in several scenarios, used industry contacts to handicap the likelihood of each scenario, and identified attractive entry points to buy this historically volatile stock. Used the results to make a buy recommendation prior to a significant inflection point.
Spin-off Analysis
Evaluated a proposed spin-off at a publicly traded consumer company. Explored the rationale for the transaction, growth prospects for the two separate companies, the effects on capital allocation, management’s track record, near-term concerns, and upcoming catalysts. Used the results to demonstrate how the transaction would create incremental value for large shareholders.
Amazon Due Diligence
Analyzed the impact of third-party sellers, counterfeit goods, and private label products on Amazon itself, other retailers, and its vendors. Used the results to inform corporate strategy decisions and, separately, as context in evaluating investment ideas.