During the winter, when the weather is far from inviting, there’s nothing better than curling up inside with good music or a movie. These days, people are lucky to be able to enjoy the convenience of streaming both mediums through the internet with companies such as Pandora Media Inc (NYSE:P) and Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX). Analyst Laura Martin of Needham recognizes the popularity and success of these two companies and has recommended those stocks accordingly. Through successful recommendations Laura has earned the number 35 spot out of 2309 analysts and has a 4.1% average return over S&P-500.
If Laura is in the mood for some good tunes she seems to recommend BUY P . Back in August Laura noted that “Pandora Media Inc (NYSE:P)’s core streaming [radio] business has crossed breakeven.” She also noted, “the company’s revenue potential from its service being included in more in more automobile models.” This particular recommendation earned her a whopping +26.0% average return over the S&P 500!
Laura eyes Netflix
When Laura is not making recommendations about Pandora Media Inc (NYSE:P), Laura has her sights set on Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX). Laura’s most recent BUY NFLX recommendation was based on that fact that “Margins hit guidance, up 400% year-over-year, even after an extra $27 million of extra amortization costs, suggesting margin expansion is ahead of schedule.” With this recommendation, Laura ended up with a +12.9% return over the S&P-500.
Laura has earned her spot as a top analyst even with a few bumps along the way. Laura strayed from her strong stocks of Pandora and Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) and recommended BUY Trip Advisor (TRIP). However, it did not work out as she had hoped. She ended up losing -3.6% but she was able to redeem herself when she recommended BUY TRIP again noting that, “TRIP management is making progress in growing and monetizing mobile usage…TRIP is experiencing solid growth among its hotel shoppers, and…increasing momentum in the international space.” This recommendation left her with +7.1%.
Laura’s history as an analyst has resulted in a 63% success rate of recommendations. Her success rate, combined with her returns and accuracy, has allowed her to reach the top 50 TipRanks ranked analysts! To continue to watch Laura’s recommendation success and failures, along with other analysts, download TipRanks and start making informed financial decisions today.
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