Hey Investor, Welcome to Weekly Picks, where each week our analysts hand pick their favorite Narratives from the community. This week’s picks cover: 🏡 Why Airbnb is “still one of the most interesting bets in travel” 🏦 How ING’s pivot is proving profitable 🛒 Why Coles offers “reliable, steady yield with minimal drama" |
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Airbnb: Still one of the most interesting bets in travel |
Airbnb is expanding beyond short-term stays into experiences and long-term rentals, with faster growth coming from international markets and AI-driven product improvements boosting usability and bookings. However, regulatory crackdowns, particularly in Europe, and unresolved tax disputes could slow momentum despite strong profitability and brand loyalty. |
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~27.8% undervalued vs current price |
Based on ~12% p.a. Revenue growth for 10 years |
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💡 Why we like it: TickerTickle captures Airbnb’s evolution from a travel app to a lifestyle platform, highlighting how long stays, AI-driven product upgrades, and international growth keep the story compelling. We like the structure with multiple sections outlining what they’ve considered, and it shows they’ve taken a relatively balanced approach. |
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ING leads the pack when it comes to pivoting towards non-lending income |
EU infrastructure spending is set to create stronger lending opportunities and improve ING’s NII, while its expansion in fee-based services like wealth management and underwriting reduces reliance on interest income. However, ongoing geopolitical risks, particularly around US–China tensions, may constrain the bank’s valuation upside. |
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~25.6% undervalued vs current price |
Based on ~9% p.a. Revenue growth for 3 years | | |
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💡 Why we like it: PittTheYounger blends macro context with company specifics, showing how ING is both adapting to a low-rate world and positioning for EU-driven infrastructure lending. We like that the narrative balances opportunity with political risk, giving readers a grounded view of the potential upside. Plus, ING is listed on the NYSE and many other exchanges too, so it’s not just a stock for our European readers. |
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Coles: Safe, Steady, and Surprisingly Cheap |
Coles’ dominant 30% supermarket share and strong brand provide defensive, stable earnings. Efficiency gains and online growth initiatives support margins despite limited expansion opportunities. Trading at a discount to Woolworths, it offers attractive yield and valuation for a low-growth, essential services business. |
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~5% undervalued vs current price |
Based on ~9% p.a. Revenue growth for 5 years | | |
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💡 Why we like it: Robbo blends historical context, market positioning, and valuation into a smooth, well-paced narrative that feels approachable for both new and experienced investors. The comparison to Woolworths help anchor the analysis, while acknowledging risks keeps the piece balanced. The structure flows nicely from big-picture context to valuation takeaways, making the narrative easy to follow and actionable. |
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