PYPL: Sometimes the Sell is How You Win
As investors, we spend a lot of time talking about the next great buy…
But knowing when to sell is important, too. It’s not really the stock you’re attached to after all—it’s the opportunity. And sometimes, that opportunity can change.
On January 26, Alpha Picks removed PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL) from the portfolio after reaching the 180-day mark in “Hold” status. PayPal’s stock has plunged since that decision, dropping more than 30% in just ten days as investors react negatively to poor performance and slowing growth estimates.
And that’s the real benefit of a data-driven strategy built on Quant.
Alpha Picks relies on measurable valuations and solid fundamentals. No emotion. No guesswork. It doesn’t mean we won’t still see some losses across the portfolio—PayPal is a good example of that—but it means we can cut those losses when the thesis no longer holds. That’s an essential part of a smart investing strategy too.
Since inception, the Alpha Picks portfolio has collectively delivered over 279% returns, compared to just 81% for the S&P 500.*
This performance didn’t come from hanging on to losing stocks—it’s the result of cutting our losses quickly and letting our winners run.
The goal isn’t to be right on every trade. It’s about staying disciplined, protecting your capital, and positioning your portfolio for what comes next. Alpha Picks can help you do that.
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