Given the fact that much analysis and commentary is backward looking
I believe there is a place for a thread which focuses on the future.
Some initial thoughts on topics of potential interest
Strengths
An outstanding Board of Directors - more detail and recognition
Earnings to date
Weaknesses
Insufficient quality commentary and understanding by institutions
Over-exposure to China - and fragmentation of world economic partnerships
(Note: Some historians consider isolation of Japan led to WW2)
(If true will the same mistake be repeated with China, and possible effect on PLS ?)
Opportunities
Stimulation of International Free Trade
Falling A$ a positive for PLS?
Diversify Customer Base
Resource Deficits - Forecasting Accurately
High Quality Fundamental Analysis of PLS with a future focus
High Quality Technical Analysis of PLS with a future focus
Increased attention to Per Capita GDP in current and future PLS customer economies
(Note: World Governments are not openly discussing deteriorating per Capita GDP)
Threats
Inflation - wrong diagnosis of causes and inappropriate solutions
Falling productivity - effect on Australian producers generally
Impact of local and international macro events on PLS
Summary
As a believer in the potentially vital role of a growing
contribution by PLS to the Australian economy ...
Some further thoughts ....
How can the the company profile not rise?
How can this be acclerated?
Constructive posts are invited dealing with one or more of
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities & Threats as they affect PLS
Understanding all 4 is critical to the future of PLS
None of the 4 should be under-valued if discussed constructively.
An interested and proactive shareholder base is an asset to any company.
There is no intention to provide financial advice ....... the aim is better research
Those who have benefited in the past may be the best to help understand the future.
One of the best tools could be reporting future actuals versus prior forecasts.
This helps to find who are the most reliable future analysts.
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