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Following the past few turbulent weeks on stock markets, the launch of a new training course called ‘Investing Basics’ by the UK society for individual shareowners 'ShareSoc' comes at a good time. It will both remind seasoned investors of good practice, and help newbies understand the dynamics of the markets and the potential for good investment. After setting the scene for a fresh look at investing prospects, we invite you to find the links to the ten-video series here, via the webpage version of our Thought for this Week. Share Radio webpage for full commentary and links (incl. the videos): https://www.shareradio.co.uk/thinkingaloud/newsletters/comment-wc-2022-10-31/ Background music: 'Dark Alley Deals' by Aaron Kenny

The biggest tech companies reported this week, but it was Apple that shined the brightest. Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger discuss the diversity and strength of Apple's business lines, slowing growth in Amazon Web Services, Meta Platforms hitting its lowest point in 6 years, Ford Motor's demonstration of fiscal discipline, the latest from Alphabet, Microsoft, and Visa. Also, 19 minutes in, Jason and Matt continue the earnings analysis and discuss ExxonMobil and McDonald's hitting new highs, Chipotle's plans for growth, surprisingly strong weeks for Teladoc Health and Intel, over-rated and under-rated Halloween candy, and two stocks on their radar: SiTime Corp. and Lennox International. Stocks mentioned: AAPL, AMZN, META, GOOG, GOOGL, V, MSFT, F, XOM, TDOC, INTC, CMG, MCD, LII, SITM, TSM. Host - Chris Hill; Guests - Matt Argersinger, Jason Moser

On a day when Shopify and Comcast gave shareholders reasons for hope, Meta Platforms slid to its lowest level since 2016. Andy Cross discusses Meta's worrisome R&D spending metric, low expectations helping to fuel Shopify's rise, and Comcast beating tough quarterly comps, thanks in part to the Minions. Also, Ricky Mulvey talks with Scott Ford, CEO of WestRock, a "brand behind the brands" coffee business serving up 20 million cups a day. Companies discussed: META, SHOP, CMCSA, WEST. Host - Chris Hill; Guest - Andy Cross, Scott Ford.

For those searching for a long-term investment perspective risk and volatility are big issues: and there's no better example of that rollercoaster ride than crypto-currencies. Adam Cox has chosen to focus this episode on Bitcoin due to its reputation for major swings in value — but it applies just as well to major asset sectors such as property and stocks. The fact is that cash left on deposit at a time of high inflation erodes real value just like a leaky bath: so it's important to come to terms with asset risk and not to suffer 'analysis paralysis'. Adam's time machine and rollercoaster analogy might help.

Snap fell 30% and took other social media and advertising stocks down with it. Emily Flippen and Ron Gross discuss Pinterest, Meta Platforms, and Alphabet getting dragged down by Snap's bad news, American Express shares falling despite increased full-year guidance, Boston Beer's strong 3rd-quarter report, and the latest from Microsoft, Netflix, Tesla, and Tractor Supply. 19 minutes in, Emily and Ron dip into the Fool Mailbag and discuss medical device pure-plays, investing books they recommend, surprising economics of pumpkin spice, the latest from McDonald's and Keurig Dr. Pepper, stocks they're more bullish on, and two stocks on their radar: ASML Holding and Blackstone. Stocks mentioned: SNAP, PINS, META, GOOG, GOOGL, CAT, DE, AXP, NFLX, MSFT, TSLA, TSCO, SAM, MCD, DNUT, SYK, MDT, ZBH, JNJ, RMD, SG, FNCL, JPM, SBUX, PEP, KO, KDP, BX, ASML. Host - Chris Hill; Guests - Emily Flippen, Ron Gross

Despite mixed 3rd-quarter results Elon Musk is ever-optimistic about Tesla's future. Bill Mann discusses economic takeaways from England's sudden need for a new Prime Minister, questions about Tesla's accounting and why he believes that, despite falling in 2022, Tesla's stock is still pretty expensive. Buck Hartzell talks with Boston Omaha co-CEOs Adam Peterson and Alex Rozek about the nuts and bolts of their business, and how they're handling short-term pain. Companies discussed: TSLA, BOC. Host - Chris Hill; Guests - Bill Mann, Buck Hartzell, Adam Peterson, Alex Rozek

You've heard of the Dividend Aristocrats and the Dividend Kings, but we’d like to introduce you to the Dividend Knights: dividend-paying stocks that have also beaten the market. Ricky Mulvey caught up with Matt Argersinger and Anthony Schiavone to discuss surprising companies (e.g., Dillard's) that have beaten the market over a ten-year period, listener questions about dividend stocks, and one interesting income opportunity. Companies discussed: UNP, HD, DDS, PRI, MTN, YARIY, GOOGL, GOOG, DIS, POOL, Find the full list of Dividend Knights here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/1-OPCz9pXOcgFqmbMR3wxREg4O7ws_qWW8RWqKPYn1D4/edit#gid=0 Host - Ricky Mulvey; Guests - Matt Argersinger, Anthony Schiavone

Earnings season started with head-scratching volatility on Thursday and a surprising merger announcement on Friday. Jason Moser and Ron Gross discuss highlights from the Big Banks' latest earnings reports, Kroger's $24 billion plan to acquire rival grocery chain Albertson's, new details on Netflix's ad-supported tier starting in November, and the latest from UnitedHealth Group, Walgreen's, and Domino's Pizza. 19 minutes in — or the past 25 years CNBC's Bob Pisani has been reporting live from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. In his new book, 'Shut Up and Keep Talking: Lessons on Life and Investing', he shares insights from investing legends (Vanguard's John Bogle) and memorable encounters with rock legends (Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page). Plus, 37 minutes in, Jason Moser and Ron Gross share two stocks on their radar: Uber and Stanley Black & Decker. Stocks mentioned: C, JPM, MS, WFC, UNH, KR, ACI, WMT, TGT, AMZN, WBA, NFLX, DIS, MSFT, DPZ, UBER, SWK. Host - Chris Hill; Guests - Jason Moser, Ron Gross, Bob Pisani

Elon Musk says he's going to buy Twitter at the original price, and this time he means it! Bill Mann discusses his belief that the Musk/Twitter deal will get done, forward guidance being the thing he'll be watching in the upcoming earnings season, and why he believes stagflation is the biggest risk to the economy right now. Plus - if you think SaaS companies are efficient, can we interest you in a retailer that that sells gently-used goods? Jim Gillies discusses a small cap business that's been rewarding shareholders. Stocks discussed: TWTR, TSLA, WINA, EBAY. Host- Chris Hill; Guests - Bill Mann, Jim Gillies

The world’s energy crunch is a battle between platitudes and physics. Leaders may want to pay closer attention to the physics part. So for more insight on the world’s energy crunch we reached out to a cartoon chicken. Wait, what? Doomberg is an anonymous team of analysts covering energy and economic trends. Their newsletter is Substack’s #1 finance publication and the group is represented by a cartoon chicken. Motley Fool Senior Analyst Nick Sciple caught up with Doomberg’s head writer for a chat about the state of Europe’s energy crisis, Nuclear’s place in a decarbonized future, and what the Nord Stream pipeline attack means for the world. Host - Nick Sciple; Guest - Doomberg