It's Growing Season, But Not for Fertilizer Stocks

Source: Forbes, Tom Aspray (6/13/12)

"The seasonal trend analysis shows that historically, investors would be wise to wait until later in the year, when the fertilizer group typically bottoms."

Forbes, Tom Aspray

Tuesday’s late rally in the stock market likely spooked some on the short side after the early break of the two-day lows had given them some encouragement. The latest analysis of the Advance/Decline (A/D) lines does not yet suggest an important low is in place, but that could change before the end of the week.

The seasonal trend analysis shows that historically, investors would be wise to wait until later in the year when the fertilizer group typically bottoms. I have found the seasonal trend analysis to be the most powerful when it confirms the volume and relative performance analysis. . .View Full Article

Life Sciences Co. Receives Large Livestock Feed Order from New Client in Mexico
Source: Streetwise Reports (01/27/2021)

Avivagen Inc. reported it has secured a six tonne order for OxC-beta™ Livestock from a new customer in Queretaro City, Mexico.

Intrepid Shares Grow 40% on Positive Upward Trend for 2021 Trio and Potash Prices
Source: Streetwise Reports (12/31/2020)

Shares of Intrepid Potash Inc. sprouted to a new 52-week high after the company reported that it anticipates greater demand and higher prices for its Trio® and potash products in 2021.

Life Sciences Firm Reports Year of Record Breaking Orders
Source: Streetwise Reports (12/18/2020)

Avivagen Inc. reported FY/20 audited financial results that included a 20.5% increase in YoY revenue.

Surging Agricultural Prices, $17 Trillion and Phosphate
Source: Brian Ostroff for Streetwise Reports (11/23/2020)

Brian Ostroff, managing director at Windermere Capital and CEO of Arianne Phosphate, discusses the recent rise in agricultural commodity prices and their spillover into fertilizers.

Note to Fed: Be Careful What You Wish For
Source: Michael Ballanger for Streetwise Reports (11/23/2020)

Sector expert Michael Ballanger examines the charts for commodities like soybeans and the components used in handheld electronic devices, and reflects on what they say about the future prospects of those who hold mortgages and invest in precious metals.

Large Scale Automation Comes to Cannabis
Source: Keith Schaefer for Streetwise Reports (11/02/2020)

Keith Schaefer, the Investing Whisperer, offers his analysis of the investment proposition offered by Icanic Brands, and how its ability to generate up to 1,000 pre-rolls per hour could dramatically affect the company's bottom line.

Life Sciences Firm Lands Record 4 Metric Tons Order for Antibiotic-Free Feedstock
Source: Streetwise Reports (10/14/2020)

Avivagen Inc. reported that it has received a record purchase order for its OxC-beta™ product from UNAHCO.

Life Sciences Company Posts Record Q3 Revenue Due to Successful Recurring Purchase Model
Source: Streetwise Reports (09/09/2020)

Avivagen Inc. reported unaudited financial results for Q3/20 that included record revenue and product sales volumes that nearly eclipsed FY/19 levels.

Life Sciences Company Registers First Non-Antibiotic Livestock Feed Additive Sale in Brazil
Source: Streetwise Reports (08/12/2020)

Avivagen Inc. reported it achieved its first sale of OxC-beta™ Livestock in Brazil, the world's third largest livestock feed market.

August Approaches: Accumulation, Conversation and the Promise of Silver
Source: Michael Ballanger for Streetwise Reports (07/20/2020)

In this week's advisory, sector expert Michael Ballanger reviews the most recent market news, celebrates old-school communication techniques and offers strategies for investing in the dog days of summer.