US Episode

QAV America 007 – Tariffs, Towers, and the Telco Gamble in Africa

QAV America 007 – Tariffs, Towers, and the Telco Gamble in Africa

by | May 30, 2025 | , , , , ,

In Episode 7 of QAV America, Cameron and Tony unpack the rollercoaster of IHS Holding (NYSE: IHS), a telecom tower operator entrenched in the geopolitical chaos and economic turbulence of Nigeria and beyond. They dive into IHS’s financials, foreign exchange exposure, and growth prospects, all while navigating sovereign risk, coups, and currency collapse. Alongside, the duo discusses Trump’s new tariff threats, how macroeconomic noise distracts from fundamentals, and why ignoring the headlines might be the smartest investing strategy. It’s part deep dive, part reality check, and part investor therapy.

QAV AMERICA 006 – Blood on the Balance Sheet

QAV AMERICA 006 – Blood on the Balance Sheet

by | May 21, 2025 | , , , , ,

In this episode of **QAV America**, Cameron and Tony dive into the volatile world of commodities, classic value investing strategies, and a surprising value opportunity in **Ford Motor Company (F)**. They unpack how iron ore and wheat commodities are back in a buy state, dig into Rich Pzena’s investing philosophy from a **Tobias Carlisle** interview, and debate whether Ford is a deep value play or a trap. With historical nods to **Cisco (CSCO)**, **GE (GE)**, and **U.S. Steel (X)**, the episode blends macro insights, personal investing war stories, and a no-BS breakdown of Ford’s financials and risks.

QAV AMERICA 005 – Cayman Schemes and Chilean Dreams

QAV AMERICA 005 – Cayman Schemes and Chilean Dreams

by | May 19, 2025 | , , , , ,

In this episode of QAV America, Cameron and Tony wrestle with market chaos as the US–China trade war hits pause. Cameron shares the challenges he faced creating a US buy list, digging into several interesting (and occasionally suspicious) tickers: a mortgage REIT, a Chinese fintech with a Cayman shell, and an impressively renewable-heavy Chilean utility. They debate governance red flags, explore deep value bets versus gut instinct, and examine why Enel Chile (ENIC) might be quietly powering the future.

QAV AMERICA 004 – Buffett’s Last Dance

QAV AMERICA 004 – Buffett’s Last Dance

by | May 8, 2025 | , , , , ,

In episode 4 of QAV America, Cameron and Tony dive into Warren Buffett’s retirement announcement, celebrating his monumental impact on value investing. They discuss his legacy, Berkshire Hathaway’s performance under his leadership, and his thoughts on the future of the U.S. and global markets. The episode includes personal reflections on Buffett’s influence, anecdotes from his annual meetings, and commentary on Berkshire’s strategic moves, like the recent reduction of its stake in Apple. Additionally, Tony provides a detailed analysis of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC, stock code CM), evaluating its recent performance and potential investment opportunities amidst global trade uncertainties.

QAVUS 003 – Beware Greeks Bearing Ships

QAVUS 003 – Beware Greeks Bearing Ships

by | May 2, 2025 | , , , , ,

In this episode of QAV US Edition, Cameron and Tony dissect the chaos and opportunities in the US markets. They kick off by comparing the irrational optimism in the markets to political theater, dig into key differences between US and Australian financial regulations, and discuss how these differences impact value investing with their checklist model. Cameron shares the drama of a near-instant buy-and-sell on SK Telecom ($SKM) after a data breach, and delivers a “pulled pork” deep dive on Danaos Corporation ($DAC), a Greek-based container ship owner navigating choppy geopolitical waters and tariffs. The guys debate the impact of Trump’s trade war, share buybacks, and whether free cash flow even matters in value investing.

QAVUS 002 – Markets Like Certainty

QAVUS 002 – Markets Like Certainty

by | Mar 28, 2025 | , , , , ,

In this episode of the QAV US Edition, Cameron and Tony dive into the latest performance of the US portfolio, which continues to outpace the S&P 500 with a stunning 70% return. They break down the impact of Trump’s erratic trade policies on global markets, particularly the shipping industry, and reflect on how uncertainty is roiling investor sentiment. Cameron does a “Pulled Pork” deep dive into Mexican cement giant **Cemex (CX)** — a segment that unexpectedly transforms into a passionate, trivia-filled masterclass on the history, chemistry, and environmental impact of cement. They also touch on stock performance, issues with Stockopedia data accuracy, and the curious case of ethical awards for companies that belch CO₂.