Linda McDonough

Linda McDonough is a veteran hedge fund analyst who loves to break down company financial statements and identify market inefficiencies to uncover big opportunities.  She believes in a boots-on-the-ground approach that includes surveying customers, interviewing company executives, or doing whatever it takes to see what others don't.

She's now brought her experience as a hedge fund analyst to subscribers of her Profit Catalyst Alert service. Her system identifies small- and mid-cap stocks that are about to move due to catalytic events that few others can identify...until it's too late. These events often times result in massive gains for her followers.

Analyst Articles

The World Series for stocks comes four times a year because there are four earnings seasons. And the fourth-quarter earnings season carries a bit more weight than quarters one through three as that is when most companies provide their outlook for the coming year. Because stocks are mainly valued on… Read More

Sell to close the February 17, 2017 call on PayPal Holdings (PYPL) with a strike price of $41.00 at $.62 or higher. Symbol (PYPL170217C41) There is still some value left in these calls that expire tomorrow. Although I am booking a loss, the calls are in the money and holders should… Read More

There are several key conference calls I’ll be listening to this week, but the two below are the most important to the Profit Catalyst Alert portfolio. Although we just sold Patrick industries, its commentary will influence how Winnebago, where we have a put position, trades. Please note you will need to… Read More

Carbonite: The company beat fourth quarter earnings by 2 cents and slightly raised 2017 estimates. The stock is weak because it lowered first quarter estimates, which pushes earnings out to quarters two through four. Its purchase of Double Take closed a bit later than expected which pushed revenue out. In… Read More

Sell Patrick Industries (NSDQ: PATK) for a 41% gain. It’s been a fabulous ride with Patrick Industries, which is up 41% in less than five months since my recommendation. Competitor LCI Industries reported a strong quarter last week but the stock sagged 4% – an indication that investor hopes are… Read More