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Industrial Industry Research Report
Industrial Industry Research & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The industrial industry includes companies whose sales originate from the manufacturing of materials into finished goods and services. Industrial Value Investing Conclusion Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Hold, with slightly positive potential. The Main Street analysis says a Hold with SWOT strengths much great than weaknesses and SWOT opportunities less than threats. Industrial Trade Hubs: The following countries derive much of their income from the industrial sector of the economy: Brazil, Venezuela, USA, Belgium, the EU, Germany, France, China, Hong Kong and Japan. Main industrial commodities include the following: aluminum, copper, lead, nickel, palladium, silicon, steel, tin, and zinc. Industrial Trading Strategy: The industrial industry tends to be sensitive to economic cycles. Look for undervalued industrial investments during economic recessions when stock prices are low and sell industrial investments during the late stages of a bull markets when stock prices are high. The global economy is currently in a recession, therefore, it is the perfect time to purchase industrial investments. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.
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Brazil Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) Brazil (BRL) is a member of the BRIC nations and has the largest economy in South America. Brazil has significant agricultural and industrial industries. Brazil's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): the Brazilian currency has the potential to increase in value especially versus many developed market currencies. Brazil has high interest rates, low inflation and positive investment flow potential. Brazil's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is moderate, with low government transparency and high SWOT opportunities. Brazil's General Trading Partners: China, Netherlands, Argentina and USA are the top trading partners. Brazil has significant export capabilities in agriculture and industrial products such as ethanol, sugar, oats, pork, corn, soybean and airplanes. Brazil's Commodity Trading Partners: A favorable growth environment and car fuel demand create a significant and growing industry for Ethanol. SWOT Analysis of Brazil: Ethanol is the leading US strength, while education, crime and income inequality are major weaknesses. A recent oil discovery is a major opportunity for Brazil, while the threat of HIV could slow growth and burden the health system. Brazil's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, moderate investment flow potential and positive SWOT opportunities help Brazil, but fundamental weaknesses and government issues hold back Brazil’s potential. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Venezuela Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Venezuela (VEF) has a mixed economy dominated by the petroleum sector, but with a moderate service and industrial base to slightly diversify economic growth. Venezuela's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Venezuela’s currency is overvalued on a global basis. Venezuela's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is very unfavorable for long term economic growth due to low scores on economic freedom, diversity, and the SWOT analysis. Venezuela's General Trading Partners: China, Netherlands, and the US are the top trading partners, while the leading export is petroleum and coca. Coca is especially damaging, because it leads to crime and corruption. Venezuela's Commodity Trading Partners: Venezuela produces a significant amount of crude oil and coca mostly as an export. SWOT Analysis of Venezuela: The leading strength is Venezuela’s participation in OPEC, the international oil cartel. Government nationalizations, crime and corruption are major SWOT weaknesses. Venezuela's Currency Trading Strategy: A overvalued currency, low investment flow potential and very unfavorable business environment lead to a strongly negative outlook for Venezuela. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
USA Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) The United States (US) has a highly productive, capitalist economy and is the largest and most diverse market in the world. USA's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): the US dollar (USD) has the potential to increase in value especially versus the Australian and Canadian dollar because of the significant potential of undervalued companies. USA's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is very favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and economic diversity. USA's General Trading Partners: China, Japan, Mexico, and Canada are the top US trading partners, while the leading export and import are electrical machinery and vehicles, respectively. USA's Commodity Trading Partners: The US produces a significant amount of coal and wheat for use at home and as an export. However, the US consumes a larger amount of oil, which contributes to their trade deficit. SWOT Analysis of USA: The leading US strength is its entrepreneurial culture, while the main weakness is high health care cost. Energy independence has the opportunity to propel growth, while the major threat is the housing crisis, which will lower growth. USA's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, high investment flow potential and favorable business environment lead to a positive outlook for US investments, which will also benefit from positive international actions. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Belgium Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) Belgium (EUR), part of the European Union, is a capitalist economy with a large service industry. Belgium's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Belgium is part of the Euro economic zone, whose currency is moderately on a global scale per the purchase price parity. Belgium's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is very favorable for long term economic growth, due to high scores on economic diversity and SWOT strengths. Belgium's General Trading Partners: Finland, UK, Netherlands, France and Germany are the top trading partners. Belgium’s economy has a strong focus on the industrial sector. Belgium's Commodity Trading Partners: Belgium does a large trade in diamonds. SWOT Analysis of Belgium: European membership is Belgium’s most significant SWOT strength. Belgium's Currency Trading Strategy: An moderately-valued currency, low investment flow potential, but very favorable business environment leads to a neutral outlook for Belgium's investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
European Union Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) The European Union (EUR) is a single market and currency group of countries, which creates one of the largest and most diverse markets in the world. European Union's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): The EUR is fairly valued versus other major global currencies. They have a positive investment flow and negative purchase price parity. European Union's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is favorable for long term economic growth due to favorable scores on government transparency and SWOT opportunities. European Union's General Trading Partners: Belgium, Hungary, China, Saudi Arabia, Russia, China, Norway and Japan are the top trading partners. European Union's Commodity Trading Partners: The EU does not produce many commodities, but they import many energy-related commodities from Russia and the Middle East. SWOT Analysis of European Union: The leading EU strength is their single currency and internal market, while the main weaknesses include a declining birth rate, labor restrictions and language barriers. New energy proposals have the opportunity to propel growth; there were no major threats to report. European Union's Currency Trading Strategy: A moderately-valued currency, high investment flow potential, but low purchase price potential and negative SWOT weaknesses lead to a slightly negative outlook for EU investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Germany Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) Germany (EUR) is the largest economy in Europe and relies on a strong and sophisticated industrial base to drive their exports. Germany's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Germany is part of the Euro economic zone, whose currency is moderately valued on a global scale per the purchase price parity analysis. Germany's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Germany’s economic environment is favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom, economic diversity, and government transparency. Germany's General Trading Partners: The UK, France, and USA are the top export partners, while the leading export industry is industrial goods. Germany's Commodity Trading Partners: Germany imports many commodities to feed its industrial base: crude oil, coal, copper, aluminum, lead, zinc, and natural gas. SWOT Analysis of Germany: The leading German strength is their engineering expertise, while the main weakness is their declining birth rate. Germany's Currency Trading Strategy: An moderately valued currency, moderate investment flow potential and favorable business environment lead to a slightly positive outlook for German investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
France Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) France (EUR) has a capitalist economy with significant government intervention. France's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): France is part of the Euro economic zone, whose currency is moderately priced on a global scale per the purchase price parity. France's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): France’s the economic environment is moderate for long term economic growth due to high scores on government transparency, but low scores on economic diversity. France's General Trading Partners: Finland, Belgium, the UK, Germany, and Italy are the top export partners, while a significant import is uranium. France's Commodity Trading Partners: Uranium powers France’s nuclear energy industry. SWOT Analysis of France: The leading French strength is their nuclear energy experience, while the main weakness is a declining birth rate. France's Currency Trading Strategy: An moderately-valued currency, moderate investment flow potential and moderate business environment lead to a slightly negative outlook for French investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
China Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) China (CNY) is a fast growing communist country with the largest population in the world. China's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): China’s currency is moderately undervalued. Purchase price parity shows that China’s currency is approximately 40% undervalued, however, the other three valuation approaches show that China is fairly valued. China's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): China’s economic environment is very unfavorable for long term economic growth due to the lack of economic freedom, government transparency, and the SWOT analysis. China's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, Pakistan, Norway, Singapore, Europe, the US are the top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial goods, usually for export. China's Commodity Trading Partners: China produces a significant amount of coal for use at home. The use of coal to provide energy leads to other health related problems. SWOT Analysis of China: The leading Chinese strength is their cheap labor, while the main weaknesses are political risk and corruption. Renewable energy has the opportunity to propel growth, while general pollution and an aging population could slow growth rates. China's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, average investment flow potential and an unfavorable business environment leads to a neutral outlook for Chinese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Hong Kong Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) Hong Kong (HKD) has a highly productive, capitalist economy that relies on its trade network and proximity to China. Hong Kong's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): The Hong Kong dollar is slightly overvalued, because of low investment flows and high potential according to the purchase price parity. Hong Kong's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Hong Kong’s economic environment is very favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom, government transparency, economic diversity, and the SWOT analysis. Hong Kong's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, China, Singapore, Korea, and the USA are the top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial goods. Hong Kong's Commodity Trading Partners: Hong Kong specializes in the trade of goods. SWOT Analysis of Hong Kong: The leading HK strength is their status as a gateway to china, while the main weakness is their lack of arable land. Liquefied natural gas has the opportunity to propel growth, while the risk of a pandemic may lower growth. Hong Kong's Currency Trading Strategy: A moderately priced currency, low investment flow potential, but very favorable business environment leads to a positive outlook for Hong Kong investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Japan Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Japan (JPY), the second largest economy in the world, has an industrial, export oriented economy that benefits from its relationship with the USA and proximity to China. Japan's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Japan’s currency (the Yen) is overvalued according to investment flow potential, the purchase price parity, and the interest rate parity. Japan's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Japan’s economic environment is moderately favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and government transparency, but low scores on the SWOT Analysis. Japan's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, China, Singapore, the EU, Korea, and the US are Japan’s top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial manufacturing. Japan's Commodity Trading Partners: Japan imports many products because of its lack of arable land and energy resources. SWOT Analysis of Japan: The leading Japanese strength is their education system, while the main weakness is a declining birth rate. A major Japanese threat is the continuation of zombie companies. Japan's Currency Trading Strategy: An overvalued currency, low investment flow potential and moderate business environment leads to a negative outlook for Japanese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Greece Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) Greece (EUR) has large agriculture, tourism and service sectors. Greece's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Greece is part of the Euro economic zone, whose currency has the potential to decrease in value on a global scale per the purchase price parity. However, Greece has positive investment flow potential, but also a debt crisis, that European members countries had to fix. Greece's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Greece’s economic environment is favorable for long term economic growth due to many SWOT strengths and opportunities. Greece's General Trading Partners: Finland, the UK, Germany, the USA, and Italy are the top export partners, while the service industry is a fast growth sector of the economy. Greece's Commodity Trading Partners: Greece’s industrial sector transports large amounts of fuel around the world. SWOT Analysis of Greece: The leading Greek strength is their growing tourism industry, while no major weaknesses were discovered. IT development has the opportunity to propel growth, while no major threats were discovered. Greece's Currency Trading Strategy: A moderately-valued currency, high investment flow potential and average business environment lead to a slightly positive outlook for Greek investments; however, the Greece debt crisis makes valuations uncertain. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Commodity Investment Impact
Aluminum Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Aluminum is one of the most widely used metals and global production is second only to iron. Aluminum Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Aluminum is rated a Sell. Aluminum demanders have a moderate potential to increase in value while suppliers have high potential to increase in value. The net difference in investing potential means over supply will drive down prices. Aluminum Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Aluminum’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on the SWOT analysis. Aluminum SWOT Analysis: Strength: Aluminum has a vast number of uses, which help it to maintain long term demand. Opportunity to grow: Aluminum is completely recyclable, which will help as consumers become more environmentally active; Threats to growth: Other materials with similar properties like carbon fiber could be a significant threat to aluminum. Aluminum Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis sell rating indicates that aluminum should decrease over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means aluminum may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Copper Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Copper is a widely used decorative and anti-bacterial compound. Copper is also a good conductor of heat and electricity. Copper Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Copper is rated a Sell. Both copper demanders and suppliers have potential to increase in value, but supply could outpace demand and drive the price of copper down. Copper Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Copper’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores on difficulty to expand short term supply, sensitivity to price changes and the SWOT analysis. Copper SWOT Analysis: Strength: Copper has a limited supply and a wide array of uses. Opportunity to grow: Copper’s self cleaning properties have the potential to increase growth in the future; Threats to growth: Copper’s diminishing supply could hurt growth as substitutes become more appealing. Copper Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis sell rating indicates that copper should decrease in price over the short term, whereas a very favorable investor survey means copper may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Lead Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Lead has a variety of uses, from building construction to bullets. Lead Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Lead is rated a Buy. Lead demanders have average potential to increase in value, while lead suppliers have very low potential to increase in value. Lead Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Lead’s long term growth potential is low due to low scores on lack of good substitutes and SWOT threats. Lead SWOT Analysis: Strength: Lead has a limited supply; Weakness: lead poisoning is a significant threat to the use of lead. Threats to growth: lead is difficult to dispose of and it is harmful to the environment. Lead Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that lead should increase in price over the short term, whereas a very low investor survey means lead should decrease in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Nickel Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Nickel is corrosion-resistant, so it has many uses in the plating of coins and magnets. Nickel Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Nickel is rated a Buy, because both Nickel demanders have a high investing potential while suppliers have a low potential to increase in value. The net difference means demand will outpace supply of nickel over the short-term. Nickel Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Nickel’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on the SWOT analysis. Nickel SWOT Analysis: Strength: Nickel helps prevent contamination when used with steel. Opportunity to grow: nickel’s demand could increase as emerging markets continue to grow; Threats to growth: high exposure could lead to health risk. Nickel Trade Analysis: the commodity analysis buy rating indicates that nickel should increase in price over the short term. An average investor survey means nickel should stay the same in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Palladium Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Palladium has many unique characteristics such as a low melting point and density. Palladium is mostly used in jewelry and dentistry. Palladium Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Palladium is rated a buy, because demanders have lots of investing potential while suppliers have low potential to increase in value. Palladium Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Palladium’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores in the SWOT analysis. Palladium SWOT Analysis: Strength: Palladium has a limited supply and unique properties; Weakness: limited sources of supply can hurt growth of palladium if the price becomes too high. Opportunity to grow: jewelry growth and demand could increase the demand for palladium, while generally poor market conditions could lower growth. Palladium Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that palladium should increase in price over the short term, whereas a favorable investor survey means palladium may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Silicon Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Silicon is an important component of most semiconductor devices, which are mostly used for technology applications. Silicon Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Silicon is rated a hold, because demanders of silicon have a average investing potential value. However, there is not enough financial data to make an accurate short-term assessment of value. Silicon Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Silicon’s long term growth potential is moderately unfavorable due to low scores on difficulty to expand supply. Silicon SWOT Analysis: Opportunity to grow: silicon’s use in the growing construction and technology industry could help future material growth; Threats to growth: silicon may be harmful to miners. Silicon Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis sell rating indicates that silicon should stay the same price over the short term, whereas a moderately unfavorable investor survey means silicon may decrease in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Steel Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Steel is a mass produced material consisting mostly of iron. Steel is used in buildings, infrastructure, automobiles and other diverse applications. Steel Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Steel is rated a Hold. Steel demanders are fairly valued, so they may not increase in price, while steel suppliers have a higher potential to increase in value. Steel Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Steel’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on lack of good substitutes and SWOT strengths. Steel SWOT Analysis: Strength: Steel is recyclable, which greatly enhances its environmental appeal and durability as a material. Opportunity to grow: steel’s widespread use could aid growth as the world economy grows; Threats to growth: plastic is becoming a greater threat to steel as plastics become cheaper and more durable. Steel Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis hold rating indicates that steel should stay the same price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means steel may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Tin Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Tin is most often used as a corrosion protective coating for other metals. Tin Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Tin is rated a Hold. WikiWealth did not have a robust enough sample of demanders to gauge potential. Tin suppliers have average potential to increase in value. Tin Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Tin’s long term growth potential is moderately unfavorable due to low scores on difficulty to expand supply and substitute products. Tin SWOT Analysis: Strength: Tin has moderate health benefits. Tin Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis hold rating indicates that tin should stay the same price over the short term, whereas a moderately unfavorable investor survey means tin may decrease in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Zinc Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Zinc is mainly used as an anti-corrosion coating on iron and steel. Zinc Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Zinc is rated a Buy. Zinc demanders have a high potential to increase in value, while zinc suppliers have low potential to increase in value. Zinc Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Zinc’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores on the SWOT analysis. Zinc SWOT Analysis: Strength: zinc has anti-corrosion properties, which will benefit the growth of zinc as emerging countries continue to urbanize. Opportunity to grow: Zinc’s recyclable, non-toxic properties could benefit its growth as environmental concerns increase. Zinc Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that zinc should increase in price over the short term, while a very favorable investor survey means zinc should increase in the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.
Industry Investment Impact
Material Industry Research & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The materials industry includes companies whose sales originate from the mining, acquisition and sale of physical substances for manufacturing-related purposes. Material Value Investing Conclusion Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Hold. The Main Street analysis also says Hold, with SWOT strengths much great than weaknesses and SWOT opportunities less than threats. Material Trade Hubs: Some of the main trade hubs include Canada, Chile, Poland, Australia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Malaysia, and South Africa, while the main material commodities include aluminum, copper, lead, nickel, palladium, silicon, steel, tin, and zinc. Material Trading Strategy: The materials industry tends to be sensitive to economic cycles. Look for undervalued material investments during economic recessions when stock prices are low and sell material investments during the late stages of a bull markets when stock prices are high. Material stocks quickly increase at the conclusion of a recession, because materials are the primary input for the industrial sector. The global economy is currently in a recession, therefore, it is the perfect time to purchase material investments. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.
- Materials prices have a major impact on industrial costs.
