No one likes to see their investments drop in value. While these downturns can create chances to buy shares in good companies, it's still unpleasant to watch your wealth decrease.
Experiencing stock market downturns can be very stressful. You are overwhelmed with news stories claiming that everything is falling apart, the markets are chaotic, and that it's the right moment to sell your investments.
Nu Holdings (NU -1.97%) saw its stock value decrease by 19% in February, based on information from S&P Global Market Intelligence. This decline followed the release of its fourth-quarter earnings report, which showed good results but raised concerns about its new growth strategies and the economic situation in Brazil.
Expectations have a significant impact on quarterly earnings. Nu Holdings' stock price may have been influenced by not meeting these expectations following its Q4 report.
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Excellent growth stocks usually don't have discounts. However, it appears that Nu Holdings (NU -2.60%) is an exception at the moment.
Excellent companies seldom become available for purchase, particularly those that are experiencing rapid growth.
Nu Holdings Ltd.'s NU shares dropped by 18.9% on Friday following disappointing results for the fourth quarter.
Nu Holdings' stock fell by 19% even though they reported strong earnings, primarily because of broader economic issues in Brazil rather than problems with the business itself. In the fourth quarter, they demonstrated significant growth, with a 50% increase in revenue year-on-year, a 23% rise in ARPAC, and a 75% growth in their interest-earning portfolio. The company's management is taking strategic risks and expanding in Mexico and Colombia to help offset the economic challenges in Brazil.
I am worried about three straight quarters of decreasing net interest margin, which is affected by foreign exchange challenges, growth in secured lending, and higher deposit costs in Mexico and Colombia. I think Nu's focus on secured lending and wealthier customers might indicate early signs of tougher economic conditions in Brazil. The stock is close to a support level, and if it falls below that, I anticipate it could drop to around $8, but it's still too soon to recommend selling.