Clear Secure's sharp decline in post-Q3 earnings is due to slowing customer growth and declining net member retention despite solid sales growth and profitability. The company's focus on profitability over customer acquisition and retention may hinder long-term growth, especially with regulatory risks. Clear Secure must diversify beyond airport security to unlock its full potential, but its current strategy seemingly prioritizes short-term shareholder value. While YOU has substantial sales growth and a low forward P/E ratio, given its rising profitability, its business model and management focus raise long-term growth concerns. In my view, the company must prove that it is not a "fast pass" that benefits from price discrimination but actually fulfills an identification need, particularly o

Best Buy's Q3 results missed revenue and EPS targets, with comparable sales growth at -2.9% and disappointing Q4 guidance, leading to a 7% decline Tuesday morning. The challenging macroeconomic environment, election distractions, and uncompetitive business model against Walmart and Amazon are significant headwinds for Best Buy. I remain bearish on BBY, expecting continued sales decline, potential dividend cuts, and store closures due to weak consumer demand and macroeconomic pressures. Contrary to most analysts, I doubt BBY's EPS will recover by 2027. Instead, I forecast a long-term decline that may accelerate with economic weakness next year. I plan to hold my short position in BBY until its valuation fairly discounts its chronic competitive pressures, or the company proves its ability to

Summary B. Riley's stock has fallen by 71% since I wrote a bearish opinion in 2021, as its income has declined while its balance sheet risks have grown. The company's future seems uncertain as short interest reaches 30%, making it among the most short-sold stocks today. Fundamentally, the company is operating too many segments, failing to develop a competitive edge in most, leading to low margins. B. Riley's securities lending business stands out compared to peers but could result in notable risks due to the potential undercollateralization of these loans in the event of a large market decline. Although B. Riley's risk exposure appears high, its performance may recover depending on macroeconomic circumstances. Further, its short interest is high enough that it has high short-squeeze potent