#695 Alpha Score 7.7

David Hay

Founder, Haymaker Publications
@Haymaker_0 · tracked since Mar 2026
695
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Alpha Score 7.7
Calls 9 1 Posts tracked · 0.0/day
Calls
7d 0
30d 0
90d 0
Best Calls
AMZN long +20.0%
BIL long +0.0%
Worst Calls
GDX long -26.3%
SILVER long -19.4%
KWEB long -11.0%
Most Mentioned
GDX ×2
AMZN ×1
KWEB ×1
Recent Calls
BIL long 3 months ago
SHV long 3 months ago
AMZN long 3 months ago
Win Rate 22% Long 9 Short 0
Win Rate
7d 33%
30d 33%
90d 22%
Average Return -6.5% Long Return -6.5% Short Return -
Average Return
7d -2.1%
30d -4.3%
90d -5.3%
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Long
Mar 02
$115.34
-26.3%
Hay points out that while gold/silver prices have soared, miner shares outstanding are dropping (investor disinterest) and prices haven't fully caught up. He specifically praises First Majestic (AG) and Dolly Varden (DOLLF). Higher metal prices will lead to an explosion in miner earnings. The disconnect between record metal prices and lagging miner equity prices creates a deep value opportunity. LONG Gold and Silver Miners (Senior and Junior). Rising input costs (energy/labor) eating into mining margins despite higher metal prices.
Hay points out that while gold/silver prices have soared, miner shares outstanding are dropping (investor disinterest) and prices haven't fully caught up. He specifically praises First Majestic (AG) and Dolly Varden (DOLLF). Higher metal prices will lead to an explosion in miner earnings. The disconnect between record metal prices and lagging miner equity prices creates a deep value opportunity. LONG Gold and Silver Miners (Senior and Junior). Rising input costs (energy/labor) eating into mining margins despite higher metal prices.
Other
Long
Mar 02
$208.39
+20.0%
Hay notes that Amazon is trading around 22x earnings, which is significantly cheaper than the "value" stocks (WMT/LLY) mentioned above. Relative value arbitrage. If one must hold US large caps, Amazon offers better growth-adjusted value than the over-crowded defensive sectors. LONG Amazon (specifically as a pair trade against Short Value). Consumer spending slowdown affecting retail margins.
Hay notes that Amazon is trading around 22x earnings, which is significantly cheaper than the "value" stocks (WMT/LLY) mentioned above. Relative value arbitrage. If one must hold US large caps, Amazon offers better growth-adjusted value than the over-crowded defensive sectors. LONG Amazon (specifically as a pair trade against Short Value). Consumer spending slowdown affecting retail margins.
Consumer
Long
Mar 02
$91.39
+0.0%
Hay argues that long-term US Treasuries are losing reserve status and face supply issues, but short-term T-bills are a valid "safe haven." In a volatile "Fourth Turning" environment, cash safety is paramount. Short duration avoids the duration risk of long bonds while providing yield. LONG Short-Term Treasuries (Cash equivalents). Reinvestment risk if rates are cut aggressively.
Hay argues that long-term US Treasuries are losing reserve status and face supply issues, but short-term T-bills are a valid "safe haven." In a volatile "Fourth Turning" environment, cash safety is paramount. Short duration avoids the duration risk of long bonds while providing yield. LONG Short-Term Treasuries (Cash equivalents). Reinvestment risk if rates are cut aggressively.
Macro
Long
Mar 02
$12.66
-7.4%
Hay notes that Chinese stocks have corrected and valuations are extremely low (KWEB average PE is ~14, cheaper than US utilities). He explicitly mentions BYD (BYDDY) as attractive. As the "American Exceptionalism" trade unwinds, capital seeks undervalued jurisdictions. China has already experienced its bear market, creating a favorable risk/reward entry compared to the frothy US market. LONG Chinese indices and specific tech/EV leaders. Geopolitical tensions or renewed regulatory crackdowns in China.
Hay notes that Chinese stocks have corrected and valuations are extremely low (KWEB average PE is ~14, cheaper than US utilities). He explicitly mentions BYD (BYDDY) as attractive. As the "American Exceptionalism" trade unwinds, capital seeks undervalued jurisdictions. China has already experienced its bear market, creating a favorable risk/reward entry compared to the frothy US market. LONG Chinese indices and specific tech/EV leaders. Geopolitical tensions or renewed regulatory crackdowns in China.
Consumer
Long
Mar 02
$38.64
-10.7%
Hay explicitly names Brazil (EWZ) as one of his "favorite markets" and notes it has been a top performer in his newsletter's trading alerts. Brazil benefits from the "hard asset" rotation (commodity exporter) and low valuations relative to the US, fitting the thesis of international diversification. LONG Brazil via ETF. Currency volatility (BRL) or political instability in Brazil.
Hay explicitly names Brazil (EWZ) as one of his "favorite markets" and notes it has been a top performer in his newsletter's trading alerts. Brazil benefits from the "hard asset" rotation (commodity exporter) and low valuations relative to the US, fitting the thesis of international diversification. LONG Brazil via ETF. Currency volatility (BRL) or political instability in Brazil.
Macro
Long
Mar 02
$36.90
-4.0%
Hay notes that Chinese stocks have corrected and valuations are extremely low (KWEB average PE is ~14, cheaper than US utilities). He explicitly mentions BYD (BYDDY) as attractive. As the "American Exceptionalism" trade unwinds, capital seeks undervalued jurisdictions. China has already experienced its bear market, creating a favorable risk/reward entry compared to the frothy US market. LONG Chinese indices and specific tech/EV leaders. Geopolitical tensions or renewed regulatory crackdowns in China.
Hay notes that Chinese stocks have corrected and valuations are extremely low (KWEB average PE is ~14, cheaper than US utilities). He explicitly mentions BYD (BYDDY) as attractive. As the "American Exceptionalism" trade unwinds, capital seeks undervalued jurisdictions. China has already experienced its bear market, creating a favorable risk/reward entry compared to the frothy US market. LONG Chinese indices and specific tech/EV leaders. Geopolitical tensions or renewed regulatory crackdowns in China.
Macro
Long
Mar 02
$30.65
-11.0%
Hay notes that Chinese stocks have corrected and valuations are extremely low (KWEB average PE is ~14, cheaper than US utilities). He explicitly mentions BYD (BYDDY) as attractive. As the "American Exceptionalism" trade unwinds, capital seeks undervalued jurisdictions. China has already experienced its bear market, creating a favorable risk/reward entry compared to the frothy US market. LONG Chinese indices and specific tech/EV leaders. Geopolitical tensions or renewed regulatory crackdowns in China.
Hay notes that Chinese stocks have corrected and valuations are extremely low (KWEB average PE is ~14, cheaper than US utilities). He explicitly mentions BYD (BYDDY) as attractive. As the "American Exceptionalism" trade unwinds, capital seeks undervalued jurisdictions. China has already experienced its bear market, creating a favorable risk/reward entry compared to the frothy US market. LONG Chinese indices and specific tech/EV leaders. Geopolitical tensions or renewed regulatory crackdowns in China.
Consumer
Long
Mar 02
$110.10
-0.0%
Hay argues that long-term US Treasuries are losing reserve status and face supply issues, but short-term T-bills are a valid "safe haven." In a volatile "Fourth Turning" environment, cash safety is paramount. Short duration avoids the duration risk of long bonds while providing yield. LONG Short-Term Treasuries (Cash equivalents). Reinvestment risk if rates are cut aggressively.
Hay argues that long-term US Treasuries are losing reserve status and face supply issues, but short-term T-bills are a valid "safe haven." In a volatile "Fourth Turning" environment, cash safety is paramount. Short duration avoids the duration risk of long bonds while providing yield. LONG Short-Term Treasuries (Cash equivalents). Reinvestment risk if rates are cut aggressively.
Macro
Long
Mar 02
$81.57
-19.4%
Hay points out that while gold/silver prices have soared, miner shares outstanding are dropping (investor disinterest) and prices haven't fully caught up. He specifically praises First Majestic (AG) and Dolly Varden (DOLLF). Higher metal prices will lead to an explosion in miner earnings. The disconnect between record metal prices and lagging miner equity prices creates a deep value opportunity. LONG Gold and Silver Miners (Senior and Junior). Rising input costs (energy/labor) eating into mining margins despite higher metal prices.
Hay points out that while gold/silver prices have soared, miner shares outstanding are dropping (investor disinterest) and prices haven't fully caught up. He specifically praises First Majestic (AG) and Dolly Varden (DOLLF). Higher metal prices will lead to an explosion in miner earnings. The disconnect between record metal prices and lagging miner equity prices creates a deep value opportunity. LONG Gold and Silver Miners (Senior and Junior). Rising input costs (energy/labor) eating into mining margins despite higher metal prices.
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