Hedge funds are still betting big on Nike and Domino’s, two stocks that failed to impress their investors this year.
Some big investors recently increased stakes in Nike and Domino’s, indicating that they are expecting a turnaround for both companies next year.
Take a look at the two stocks and see what they have to offer investors.
Domino’s Pizza Inc (NYSE: DPZ)
Berkshire Hathaway, the conglomerate of legendary investor Warren Buffett, has recently piled up shares in Domino’s Pizza Inc.
Berkshire’s investment in Domino’s in 2024 was $500 million. It was in keeping with the firm’s value-investment philosophy. DPZ was in fact the company’s largest purchase in Q3.
Coatue Management, Philippe Laffont’s Investment Management Company is another notable name that has invested in Domino’s Pizza.
Domino’s acknowledges the fierce competition in fast food for budget-conscious customers. But Berkshire and Coatue’s bets suggest that they are confident DPZ can grow its share of the market.
Russell Weiner, chief executive of the company, told investors in October that, “despite pressures on the global market, our Hungry for MORE Strategy is resonating.”
Berkshire Hathaway, Coatue Management and other investors remain positive on Domino’s stock because it has reported a better-than expected profit in its third quarter.
Domino’s reported $4.19 in earnings per share for Q3 as opposed to the $3.64 analysts expected. Note that DPZ pays a current dividend yield of 1.44%.
Nike Inc (NYSE: NKE)
Nike’s profit and revenue have declined this year, but Bill Ackman’s hedge fund Pershing Square has not been scared off by the decline.
Pershing Square placed a large bet, which increased its stake in NKE to $1.4 billion last quarter. The hedge fund only owned $220 million of athletic footwear and apparel company at the end of last June.
Bill Ackman’s bet shows that he is confident in the new strategy, which was outlined by the company’s CEO Elliott Hill earlier this month.
Hill has a commitment to renewing Nike’s focus in sports and innovation. Hill told investors in a recent call that his singular goal was to “get us back on track” and to win again.
Nike’s second quarter financial results were above Street expectations for revenue as well as profit. The management is continuing to offer a high dividend yield as a reward for its loyal investors, despite the challenges.
Wall Street believes that Nike will take some time to turn around.
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