Why I bet $100,000 on established giants (and why you should too)
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Rick Orford - Trading Stocks and Options For AllIndependent analyst profile- Source published
- 26 Sept 2026, 14:00 UTC
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- 26 Sept 2026, 15:28 UTC

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The analysis focuses on a portfolio of 'today's winners' comprising companies that are leaders in their respective industries, possess strong moats, and have proven business models. The core strategy involves buying these established companies rather than speculative plays. The portfolio is diversified across several sectors, including technology (Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, Netflix, Nvidia, TSM), payments (Visa, Mastercard), healthcare (Eli Lilly, Intuitive Surgical), e-commerce (Aritzia, Shopify, MercadoLibre), travel (Booking Holdings), workflow automation (ServiceNow), business software (Constellation Software), and an S&P 500 ETF for broad market exposure. Key holdings such as Nvidia and TSM are highlighted for their critical role in the AI chip supply chain. Payment giants Visa and Mastercard are noted for their near-monopolistic transaction networks. Healthcare leaders Eli Lilly and Intuitive Surgical are recognized for their innovation in GLP-1 drugs and robotic surgery, respectively. Retail and e-commerce exposure is gained through top players like Shopify and MercadoLibre. The portfolio also includes a small cash equivalent position (~3%) in a money market fund for liquidity. The analysis emphasizes that these companies are already quality leaders, with their status baked into their current prices, suggesting a buy-and-hold strategy focused on riding their established growth.
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