Turn Tax Selling Stocks into Tax Selling Bounce Stocks

by Fred Fuld III

A tax selling stock is a stock that is currently selling for a low price but was trading at much higher levels earlier in the year.

What is Tax Harvesting?

As the year-end approaches, many investors use the strategy called tax harvesting , which is selling stocks the have tanked to offset any gains that may have been established sometime during the year.

With strong selling, the price of stocks that have had big drops tends to fall far more than what would normally take place during the rest of the year.

What are Tax-Selling Bounce Stocks?

So traders and investors are on the lookout for tax selling bounce stocks that are heavily hit, hoping for a little (or big) bounce in January, once the tax selling is over.

Here are some stocks that are down over 75% year-to-date and have market caps in excess of $75 million. They are all based in the United States and re generating positive earnings.

CompanySymbolMarket CapP/EPrice
reAlpha Tech Corp.AIRE146.29M428.753.43
Ebix Inc.EBIX139.05M28.044.5
Eagle Pharmaceuticals IncEGRX75.18M6.365.79
Origin Materials IncORGN99.19M1.960.69

reAlpha Tech Corp., a real estate technology company with a focus on short-term rentals, operates under two main segments: Platform Services and Investment Services.

Platform Services offer AI-powered products and services to real estate professionals, including data analytics, property management tools, and automated property valuations. Investment Services connect investors with fractional ownership opportunities in short-term rental properties.

The company has recently launched a new AI-powered rental pricing tool and expanded its portfolio to include Miami, Florida. With growing revenue and a focus on artificial intelligence, reAlpha Tech Corp. may be well-positioned to benefit from the booming short-term rental market.

Ebix Inc. is a leading international supplier of on-demand software and e-commerce services, primarily focusing on the insurance, financial, travel, cash remittance, and healthcare industries. The company operates globally, providing end-to-end solutions ranging from infrastructure exchanges and carrier systems to agency systems and risk compliance solutions.

Ebix boasts a comprehensive portfolio of services including software development, consultancy services, life insurance, risk management, health and employee benefits, CRM, and applications software for property and casualty insurance. Its expertise lies in developing and deploying insurance and reinsurance exchanges on an on-demand basis using software-as-a-service (SaaS) enterprise solutions. These solutions cover a wide range, encompassing customer relationship management, front-end and back-end systems, and outsourced administrative and risk compliance services.

Ebix leverages its expertise in consulting, systems design and integration, IT and business process outsourcing, applications software, and web and application hosting to cater to the individual needs of various organizations. This comprehensive approach positions Ebix as a leading player in the on-demand infrastructure exchange market for insurance, financial, and healthcare industries.

Eagle Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a fully diversified pharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing safe and effective treatments for patients, healthcare providers, and the healthcare system as a whole. The company focuses its efforts on critical care and oncology, developing and commercializing injectable products in areas where there are unmet medical needs.

Eagle’s portfolio consists of four approved products:

  • Argatroban: An injectable anticoagulant used to treat and prevent blood clots in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT).

Ryanodex: The only FDA-approved treatment for exertional heatstroke, a life-threatening condition caused by excessive exertion in hot environments.

Belrapzo: A monoclonal antibody approved for the treatment of adult patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and indolent B-cell non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL) who have failed or are intolerant to bendamustine and rituximab.

Bendeka: A liposomal encapsulation of bendamustine, a chemotherapy drug used to treat patients with CLL and indolent NHL.


Origin Materials, Inc. is a leading carbon-negative materials company on a mission to enable the world’s transition to sustainable materials. Their innovative platform transforms the carbon found in sustainable biomass, like wood residues and agricultural waste, into useful materials like bioplastics, biofuels, and carbon black. This process eliminates the need for fossil resources and captures carbon in the process, making Origin’s products truly carbon-negative.

Origin’s technology boasts several significant advantages. Their bio-based materials offer comparable performance to traditional petroleum-based materials while significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This makes them attractive to companies seeking to reduce their environmental footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. Additionally, Origin’s platform is highly scalable, allowing them to produce large quantities of their products to meet the growing demand for sustainable materials.

Currently, Origin is focused on two key markets:

  • Advanced bio-textiles: These bio-based alternatives to traditional textiles can be used in a variety of applications, including clothing, automotive interiors, and medical textiles.
  • Carbon black: This essential material is used in a variety of industrial applications, including tires, rubber products, and inks. Origin’s bio-based carbon black offers superior performance and environmental benefits over traditional carbon black derived from fossil fuels.

Origin may be well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable materials.

Hopefully, another investor’s loss can be your gain. However, keep in mind that these are all very low cap stocks and they may have been dropping substantially for a reason.

Disclosure: Author didn’t own any of the above at the time the article was written.

Stocks Going Ex Dividend in December 2023

The following is a short list of some of the many stocks going ex-dividend during the next month, which can be helpful for traders and investors interested in the stock trading technique known as “Buying Dividends” or “Dividend Capture.” This strategy involves purchasing stocks before the ex dividend date and selling them shortly after the ex-date at a similar price, while still being eligible to receive the dividend payment.

Although this technique generally proves effective in bull markets and flat or choppy markets, it is advisable to exercise caution and consider avoiding this strategy during bear markets. To qualify for the dividend, it is necessary to buy the stock before the ex-dividend date and refrain from selling it until on or after the ex-date.

However, it is important to note that the actual dividend may not be paid for several weeks, as the payment date can be delayed by up to two months after the ex-date.

For investors seeking a comprehensive list of stocks going ex-dividend in the near future, WallStreetNewsNetwork.com has compiled a downloadable list containing numerous dividend-paying companies. Here are a few examples showcasing the stock symbol, ex-dividend date, periodic dividend amount, and annual yield.

Nike, Inc. (NKE)12/1/20230.371.37%
H&R Block, Inc. (HRB)12/4/20230.322.71%
Kohl’s Corporation (KSS)12/5/20230.508.64%
NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)12/5/20230.040.03%
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)12/7/20231.183.86%
FedEx Corporation (FDX)12/8/20231.261.96%
Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY)12/11/20230.925.29%
HP Inc. (HPQ)12/12/20230.27563.85%
Domino’s Pizza Inc (DPZ)12/14/20231.211.31%
Macy’s Inc (M)12/14/20230.16544.45%
Southwest Airlines Company (LUV)12/20/20230.182.90%
Portland General Electric Co (POR)12/22/20230.4754.58%
Xerox Holdings Corporation (XRX)12/28/20230.257.23%
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (WWW)12/29/20230.104.76%

To access the entire list of over 100 ex-dividend stocks, subscribers will receive an email in the next couple days with the full list. If you are not already a subscriber, you can sign up using the provided signup box below. Don’t miss out on this valuable information, and the best part is that it’s free!

Dividend Definitions

To better understand the dividend-related terms, let’s define them:

Declaration date: This refers to the day when a company announces its intention to distribute a dividend in the future.
Ex-dividend date: On this day, if you purchase the stock, you would not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend. It is also the first day on which a shareholder can sell their shares and still receive the dividend.
Record date: This marks the day when you must be recorded on the company’s books as a shareholder to qualify for the dividend. Typically, the ex-dividend date is set two business days prior to the record date.
Payment date: This is the day on which the dividend payment is actually made to the eligible shareholders. It’s important to note that the payment date can be as long as two months after the ex-date.

Before implementing the “Buying Dividends” technique, it is crucial to reconfirm the ex-dividend date with the respective company to ensure accuracy and avoid any unexpected changes.

In conclusion, being aware of the stocks going ex-dividend can be advantageous for traders and investors employing the “Buying Dividends” strategy. WallStreetNewsNetwork.com provides a convenient resource to access a comprehensive list of such stocks, allowing individuals to plan their investment decisions effectively. Remember to stay informed and consider market conditions before employing any investment strategy.

Disclosure: Author did not own any of the above at the time the article was written.

Argentina Has a Libertarian President-Elect: How to Invest in Argentina

By Fred Fuld III

In case you haven’t heard the news, the president-elect for the nation of Argentina is Javier Milei, the first libertarian leader of a major country. He primarily identifies as a minarchist, libertarian, or classical liberal, and advocates for a minimalistic government focused solely on justice and security, with a strong opposition to socialism and communism, criticizing them as violent systems that generate misery and hunger.

Considering that the rate of inflation in Argentina this year surpassed 100% for the first time since the early 1990s, it’s no wonder that the people of Argentina are fed up with past politicians and want someone who is dramatically different and will make substantial changes to the government, and in turn, the country’s economy.

When the news hit, the Argentina ETF, which is the Global X MSCI Argentina ETF (ARGT), spiked by 11.56% today and is even higher in the after-market. It is a diversified way of investing in the Argentina market. 

However, there are several Argentina companies that trade on the NYSE and NASDAQ which are available to traders and investors. 

One of the largest is the financial services company Grupo Financiero Galicia S.A. (GGAL), which trades on NASDAQ and has a market cap of $1.75 billion. 

Grupo Financiero is a leading financial institution in Mexico, with a wide range of financial products and services for individuals and businesses. The company provides banking, insurance, investment management, and other financial services to its customers. Grupo Financiero has a strong focus on innovation and technology. The company has a strong track record of financial performance, and is well-positioned for continued growth in the future.

The stock trades at 15 times trailing earnings and 9 times forward earnings. It has an outstanding price-to-sales ratio of 0.16 and is selling for half of book value. Quarterly earnings growth year over year was 78.8% and earnings for next year are expected to jump by 232%. The company even pays a 5.12% dividend.

Another stock worth looking at is Banco Macro (BMA), with a market cap of $1,53 billion. It trades on the NYSE. 

Banco Macro S.A. is a leading private national bank in Argentina, providing a comprehensive range of financial products and services to individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, and corporations. The bank operates an extensive branch network across the country, complemented by a robust digital banking platform. 

The trailing price earnings ratio is 31 and the forward P/E is 8. Although earnings for the latest quarter were up substantially over the same quarter for the previous year, earnings for next year are expected to be up only minimally, roughly 0.5%.

The company’s ratios are all excellent with a Price to Earnings Growth of 0.15, a P/S ratio of 0.22, and a P/B ratio of 0.53. (Remember, any number below one for these ratios is considered favorable.)

The company pays a fairly high dividend of 8.04%.

Pampa Energia (PAM) is the large utility company in Argentina, with a market cap of $5.6 billion, and trades on the NYSE. 

Pampa Energía S.A. is the leading independent and integrated energy company in Argentina, with a diversified portfolio of assets across the electricity and gas value chains. The company operates an installed electricity generation capacity of 4,970 MW, with a focus on thermal and renewable energy sources.

Pampa Energía also produces oil and gas, with an average production of 80,400 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d) as of Q3 23. The company’s transmission business, Transener, operates and maintains 86% of the Argentine high voltage transmission grid. Pampa Energía has a strong commitment to sustainability and is actively investing in renewable energy projects. 

The trailing P/E ratio is 6 and the forward P/E is 8. Earnings growth this year was negative, and expected todrop again next year. The PEG ratio is good at 0.86, but the P/S ratio is moderated at 1.32.

Surprisingly for a utility, but maybe not so surprising based on the financials, the company does not pay a dividend.

The energy company YPF (YPF) has a market cap of $13 billion and trades on the NYSE. 

YPF S.A. is a leading integrated energy company in Argentina, engaging in the exploration, production, and distribution of crude oil, natural gas, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). It operates through three segments: Upstream, Gas and Energy, and Downstream. The company’s upstream business focuses on the exploration, development, and production of hydrocarbons from conventional and unconventional sources.

The Gas and Energy segment manages the transportation, commercialization, and distribution of natural gas, as well as the operation of regasification terminals and the generation of electricity. The Downstream segment encompasses the refining, marketing, and distribution of oil and petroleum products, along with the production of petrochemicals, biofuels, and other related components.

YPF maintains a retail network of over 1,600 YPF-branded service stations and holds exploration permits across Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and Bolivia. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability

The stock trades at eight times trailing earnings and five times forward earnings. Earnings per share tanked this year dropping 47%, and next year are expected to drop another 2.6%. 

Yet the P/S ratio is 0.32 and the stock is selling at 54% of book value.

The company does not pay a dividend.

I’m sure the world will be watching to see what happens with Argentina in the next few years, especially their inflation rate.

Author didn’t own any of the above t the time the article was written.

AI in Your Portfolio: Maximizing Returns with Artificial Intelligence

by Fred Fuld III
Author of Artificial Intelligence: What AI Is and How You Can Use It to Make Your Life Easier: A Guide to AI for Beginners

The attached PowerPoint presentation is from a speech I gave last week for the MoneyShow Virtual Expo for Accredited Investors.

So if you attended the presentation and want to refer back to what I covered, or if you were not able to attend and find out more information, you can see it on the link to the slide show below.

AI-In-Your-Portfolio

AI IN YOUR PORTFOLIO DOWNLOAD

For more information on AI, go to Artificial Intelligence: What AI Is and How You Can Use It to Make Your Life Easier: A Guide to AI for Beginners.

Stocks owned at the time of the presentation are in bold. No recommendations are expressed or implied.

How Would You Like to Own a Genuine US $10,000 Bill?

by Fred Fuld III

Did you know that the highest denomination currency for public distribution was the $10,000 bill?

Those bills are now collectors items that are nw worth far more than the ten thousand dollar face value.

If you have ever wanted to own such a rare item, now is your chance.

Stack’s Bowers Galleries will be auctioning one of these rare items in their upcoming auction on November 17.

$10,000 bill, Source: Stack’s Bowers

The banknote has been authenticated and graded by PMG (Paper Money Guaranty), with a grade of 45 Choice Extremely Fine.

The serial numbers is extremely low at C00000102A.

The starting bid is $85,000 with an estimate of $175,000 to $275,000.

What’s in your wallet?

$10,000 bill, Source: Stack’s Bowers

Top 7 Gifts for Stock Traders and Investors

by Fred Fuld III

Don’t wait to the last minute to do your holiday shopping. Now is the time to get it out of the way. Here are several great gifts to give to your stock investor and trader friends and relatives.

Men’s Stock Market Socks
with stock symbols and quotes

Stock Market Paperweight Decision Maker
Should you buy or sell

Take a Sip Buy the Dip Coffee Mug
Perfect for morning beverage

Bull and Bear Statue
Would look great next to your computer

Wall Street Sign
Hang on the wall of your office

Brass Wall Street Bull Statue
Put it n your desk at work or at home

Stock Market Almanac 2024
Every investor and trader should have this

Happy shopping!!!

Top 6 NASDAQ Short Squeeze Play Stocks

by Fred Fuld III

On May 11 of this year, I posted an article about NYSE short squeeze stocks, and pointed out Carvana (CVNA). In less than a month after the article was posted, the stock doubled. The stock is still up over 145% since then.

Another stock that was mentioned was Wayfair (W), which increased by almost 43% in one month.

A short squeeze is a phenomenon that occurs in financial markets when investors who have sold shares of a stock short (i.e., betting that the stock price will fall) are forced to buy those shares back at a higher price than they expected. This can happen when the stock’s price rises sharply, causing losses for short sellers who need to buy the stock to cover their position and limit their losses.

As more and more short sellers try to buy the stock to close out their positions, this increased buying activity can drive the stock price even higher, creating a feedback loop that can lead to a rapid and dramatic increase in price. This can create a challenging situation for short sellers, who may be forced to buy back the stock at a loss, or risk even greater losses if the stock continues to rise. A short squeeze can also create opportunities for long investors who have purchased the stock, as they may be able to sell their shares at a higher price to short sellers looking to cover their positions.

The stock with the biggest short ratio (days to cover), at 14.3 back then, was Heron Therapeutics, Inc. (HRTX). It rose by 9.5% in three days.

When you short a stock, it means that your goal is to make money from a drop in the price of a stock. Technically, what happens is that you borrow shares of a stock, sell those shares, then buy back those shares at a hopefully lower price so that those shares can be returned. This all happens electronically, so you don’t actually see all the borrowing and returning of shares; it just shows up on your screen as a negative number of shares.

Short sellers can be profitable, but sometimes when the stock moves against them, and begins to rise, the short sellers jump in right away to buy shares to cover their positions, creating what is called a short squeeze. When a short squeeze takes place, it can cause the share prices to increase fast and furiously. Any good news can trigger the short squeeze.

Some traders utilize this situation by looking for stocks to buy that may have a potential short squeeze. Here is what a short squeeze trader should take into consideration:

Short Percentage of Float ~ The float is the number of freely tradable shares and the short percentage is the number of shares held short divided by the float. Amounts over 10% to 20% are considered high and potential short squeeze plays.

Short Ratio / Days to Cover / Short Interest Ratio -This is probably the most important metric when looking for short squeeze trades, no matter what you call it. This is the number of days it would take the short sellers to cover their position based on the average daily volume of shares traded. This is a significant ratio as it shows how “stuck” the short sellers are when they want to buy in their shares without driving up the price too much. Unfortunately for the shortsellers, the longer the number of days to cover, the bigger and longer the squeeze.

Short Percentage Increase/Decrease ~ This is the percentage increase in in the number of short sellers from the previous month.

The following are some heavily shorted tech stock that may be worth considering.

CompanySymbolShort InterestFloatShort Interest RatioShort % change from previous month
Novavax Inc NVAX49.10%87.57M3.3-3%
Beyond Meat Inc BYND40.70%60.71M12.4-2%
Upstart Holdings Inc UPST38.35%71.13M3.73%
Ebix Inc EBIX35.71%24.25M7.718%
Faraday Future Intelligent Elec. FFIE34.21%17.27M2.242%
Groupon Inc GRPN33.82%16.17M3.60%2%

The second stock on the list, Beyond Meat (BYND) has over 40% of its float shorted, with not much change in short interest over last month.

The short interest ratio is 12.4, which means that it would take the short sellers over 12 days to cover their position, based on recent average volume.

Just keep in mind that just because a stock has good short interest ratios and is heavily shorted, doesn’t mean that the stock will go up, especially in a bear market. Also, stocks that are significantly shorted may be shorted for a reason.

Disclosure: Author didn’t own any of the above at the time the article was written.

Stocks Going Ex Dividend in November 2023

The following is a short list of some of the many stocks going ex-dividend during the next month, which can be helpful for traders and investors interested in the stock trading technique known as “Buying Dividends” or “Dividend Capture.” This strategy involves purchasing stocks before the ex dividend date and selling them shortly after the ex-date at a similar price, while still being eligible to receive the dividend payment.

Although this technique generally proves effective in bull markets and flat or choppy markets, it is advisable to exercise caution and consider avoiding this strategy during bear markets. To qualify for the dividend, it is necessary to buy the stock before the ex-dividend date and refrain from selling it until on or after the ex-date.

However, it is important to note that the actual dividend may not be paid for several weeks, as the payment date can be delayed by up to two months after the ex-date.

For investors seeking a comprehensive list of stocks going ex-dividend in the near future, WallStreetNewsNetwork.com has compiled a downloadable list containing numerous dividend-paying companies. Here are a few examples showcasing the stock symbol, ex-dividend date, periodic dividend amount, and annual yield.

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST)11/2/20231.020.74%
Citigroup, Inc. (C)11/3/20230.535.34%
Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS)11/6/20230.200.84%
Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)11/9/20230.572.41%
Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW)11/9/20230.252.01%
Paychex, Inc. (PAYX)11/13/20230.893.04%
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)11/20/20231.193.15%
Discover Financial Services (DFS)11/21/20230.703.33%
Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT)11/22/20230.320.95%
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS)11/29/20232.753.68%
Coca-Cola Company (KO)11/30/20230.463.40%

To access the entire list of over 100 ex-dividend stocks, subscribers will receive an email in the next couple days with the full list. If you are not already a subscriber, you can sign up using the provided signup box below. Don’t miss out on this valuable information, and the best part is that it’s free!

Dividend Definitions

To better understand the dividend-related terms, let’s define them:

Declaration date: This refers to the day when a company announces its intention to distribute a dividend in the future.
Ex-dividend date: On this day, if you purchase the stock, you would not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend. It is also the first day on which a shareholder can sell their shares and still receive the dividend.
Record date: This marks the day when you must be recorded on the company’s books as a shareholder to qualify for the dividend. Typically, the ex-dividend date is set two business days prior to the record date.
Payment date: This is the day on which the dividend payment is actually made to the eligible shareholders. It’s important to note that the payment date can be as long as two months after the ex-date.

Before implementing the “Buying Dividends” technique, it is crucial to reconfirm the ex-dividend date with the respective company to ensure accuracy and avoid any unexpected changes.

In conclusion, being aware of the stocks going ex-dividend can be advantageous for traders and investors employing the “Buying Dividends” strategy. WallStreetNewsNetwork.com provides a convenient resource to access a comprehensive list of such stocks, allowing individuals to plan their investment decisions effectively. Remember to stay informed and consider market conditions before employing any investment strategy.

Disclosure: Author did not own any of the above at the time the article was written.

Taylor Swift is Still Outperforming the Stock Market

by Fred Fuld III

A few months ago, I wrote an article called Taylor Swift Stock Index outperforms the S&P 500. In spite of the market dropping, Taylor Swift related stocks are still outperforming the stock market.

Her Stock Index is up more than 315% over the last ten years versus 20% for the S&P 500.

Taylor Swift is not only beautiful and a great singer, songwriter, and actress, she is also very intelligent, especially in the area of finance.

Did you know that she almost became a celebrity spokesperson for FTX, the cryptocurrency company that was involved in a scandal that involved the arrest of the founder for fraud charges.

Taylor Swift was reportedly offered a $100 million sponsorship deal with the FTX cryptocurrency exchange. However, she ultimately declined the deal after asking FTX representatives a simple question: “Can you tell me that these are not unregistered securities?”

This question was significant because it raised the issue of whether FTX was selling unregistered securities. Unregistered securities are a type of investment that is not registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission. This means that investors in unregistered securities do not have the same level of protection as investors in registered securities.

Swift’s question about unregistered securities appears to have been a dealbreaker for FTX.

In addition to asking about unregistered securities, Swift reportedly also did her own research on FTX before deciding to decline the sponsorship deal. She reportedly read the company’s white paper and spoke to other celebrities who had been involved with FTX.

Unfortunately for those other celebrities, which included Tom Brady, Gisele Bündchen, Steph Curry, Naomi Osaka, David Ortiz, Shaquille O’Neal, Kevin O’Leary, and Larry David, they got caught up in the scandal.

These celebrities appeared in paid advertising campaigns for FTX and promoted the exchange on social media.

In December 2022, a class-action lawsuit was filed against FTX and its celebrity endorsers. The lawsuit alleges that the celebrities engaged in deceptive practices to sell FTX yield-bearing digital currency accounts.

Taylor Swift, as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, has been sought after by various brands for celebrity endorsements. Three notable endorsements in her career include Coca-Cola’s (KO) Diet Coke, Apple (AAPL), and Coty (COTY).

Swift signed a multi-year partnership with Diet Coke in 2013. She became the face of their brand and appeared in commercials and print advertisements. The collaboration aimed to promote the brand’s message of positivity and refreshment. Swift’s bubbly personality and wide fan base made her an ideal ambassador for Diet Coke, and her endorsement helped raise brand awareness and reach a younger demographic.

In 2015, Swift teamed up with Apple for an exclusive endorsement deal. It started with a public disagreement when Swift criticized Apple Music’s initial policy of not compensating artists during the service’s three-month free trial period. After Apple changed its policy, Swift became an advocate for the platform and released her album “1989” exclusively on Apple Music. She also appeared in commercials and promotional materials for the streaming service, showcasing her influence in the music industry and helping Apple Music gain popularity among her dedicated fanbase.

Coty, a major beauty and fragrance company for the CoverGirl cosmetics brand, partnered with Taylor Swift in 2010 to launch to launch NatureLuxe makeup. The partnership with Coty allowed Swift to expand her brand beyond music into the lucrative world of celebrity fragrances.

These endorsements showcase Taylor Swift’s ability to align herself with influential brands and effectively promote their products. Her partnerships have not only enhanced her public image but have also allowed her to diversify her portfolio and extend her brand beyond the music industry.

I have developed stock indices for many celebrities, such as Gisele Bündchen, which I originally created back in 2007.

Because of Swift’s astute review of endorsements, I thought it would be interesting to see how the stocks of the major companies that she endorsed have done over time, compared to the S&P 500, as measured by the SPY ETF.

She was in the Got Milk? campaign, but obviously, the California Milk Processor Board is not a publicly traded stock. She also promoted L.E.I. Jeans, a brand owned by Nine West Holdings, a privately held company.

So I stuck with the three major companies that she was connected with, Coca-Cola, Apple, and Coty.

What are the results?

I ran the analysis over a ten year period, from July 1, 2013 to July of this year. Over that period of time, the Taylor Swift Stock Index outperformed the S&P 500 by a very substantial amount.

Taylor Swift was up 362.95% versus the SPY, which was up only 221.04%. Just look at the chart to see the difference.

Data Source: Yahoo! Finance: Historical Prices

Maybe one of these stocks is singing your song.

Prices are beginning of month first trading day close, adjusted for splits, dividends, and capital gains distributions. The Taylor Swift Index is a price-weighted index, similar to the Dow Jones Industrial Average.

Disclosure: Author owns AAPL.