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- 14 Dec, 2024
Taylor Morrison Home Corporation (TMHC):: Resilient Demand and Capital-Light Approach— Are Rising Costs and Insurance Challenges Set to Weigh on LT Growth?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearTaylor Morrison’s Q3 2024 results showcase operational excellence and strategic discipline, with adjusted EPS of $2.37 (+50% YoY) beating estimates by $0.33 and total revenue of $2.12 billion exceed ing forecasts by $152.69 million, driven by 3,394 closings (+29% YoY) at an average price of $598,000. Gross margin of 24.8% and net order growth of 9% YoY underscore demand resilience across key consumer segments, particularly in resort lifestyle (+20% YoY) and move-up (+8%) categories. Taylor Morrison’s diversified strategy, leveraging to-be-built homes (40% of sales) and spec inventory (~1.8 units per community), supports tailored affordability solutions, with forward adherence utilized in 33% of closings. The company’s pivot to a capital-light model, with 58% controlled lots and a $1 billion land banking facility, is driving capital efficiency and targeting a 6% ROIC uplift, while FY24 gross margin guidance of ~24.3% highlights pricing resiliency and operational discipline. Challenges include rising insurance costs in coastal markets (+5–6% YoY for new construction) and escalating land costs (~10% YoY inflation), though Taylor Morrison’s insurance subsidiary (59% capture rate) and pricing power help mitigate impacts. With guidance for 12,725 closings (+10% YoY) and a $600,000 average price, alongside $2.5 billion in FY24 land investments, Taylor Morrison is well-positioned to grow its community count and sustain mid-to-high teens ROE. However, can the company maintain its operational and pricing strengths to offset rising costs and insurance challenges while capitalizing on long-term housing demand?
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WEX Inc.: Mobility Segment Softness Emerges as Key Risk – Can Diversification and Pricing Strategy Offset Macro Pressures?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearWEX Inc.’s Q3 2024 results showcased operational resilience with record revenues of $665.50 million (+2% YoY) and adjusted EPS of $4.35 (+7% YoY), though both metrics missed forecasts, highlighting macroeconomic pressures. Mobility segment revenues of $357.2 million (+2% YoY) reflected underlying strength (+8% growth excluding fuel and FX impacts) but were weighed down by lower fuel prices and softer same-store sales, erasing $15 million in revenue and $0.33 in EPS. Benefits segment revenues grew 9% YoY to $181.5 million, bolstered by 29% growth in custodial HSA income, while adjusted margins expanded to 43.2%, underscoring durable profitability. However, Corporate Payments revenue declined 6% YoY due to the planned OTA migration, though fee-based transaction volumes rose 6%, indicating steady adoption. Strategic initiatives, including fleet electrification solutions and AI-powered benefits, align with long-term growth priorities, while disciplined capital allocation—$544 million in share buybacks YTD and leverage at 2.6x—signals management’s confidence. Despite these positives, near-term headwinds persist, with Q4 guidance reflecting further fuel price softness and muted Mobility volumes, alongside lighter Corporate Payments revenue. While WEX’s diversified growth drivers and pricing strategies provide a solid foundation, macro pressures and execution challenges in the Mobility segment weigh on near-term visibility. Can WEX’s strategic focus on innovation and diversification counteract ongoing macro and volume-related pressures to sustain long-term growth momentum?
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Gentex Corporation (GNTX): Earnings Resilient Amid Challenges – But Are Trump’s Auto Policies a Threat to Future Growth?– What’s the Impact, Outlook & its 5 Key Catalysts ?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearGentex Corporation delivered a resilient Q3 2024 performance, with revenue growing 5.7% YoY to $608.5 million, surpassing expectations by $20.51 million, and Adjusted EPS of $0.53 beating consensus by $0.06. The company outperformed a 6% light vehicle production decline in key regions, driven by the strong momentum of its Full Display Mirror (FDM), which launched on nine new nameplates and is projected to add 500,000 incremental units in 2024. Gross margin expanded 60 basis points sequentially to 33.5%, supported by purchasing cost reductions and higher volumes, though YoY margin pressures reflected unfavorable product mix and OEM dynamics. R&D investments increased 13% YoY, underlining Gentex’s strategic focus on innovation in Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS), Cabin Monitoring Solutions (CMS), and medtech diversification through eSight Go sales. The company maintained a cautious full-year revenue outlook of $2.35-$2.4 billion while targeting gross margin recovery to 35%-36% by late 2025 through cost reductions and operational efficiencies. Strategic capital allocation, including 3.2 million share repurchases and $14.5 million in non-cash investment gains, underscores financial discipline. With material tailwinds from FDM expansion, safety innovations, and interior digitization, Gentex is well-positioned for long-term growth despite near-term margin and production challenges. Can Gentex sustain its above-market growth trajectory amid evolving regulatory policies and persistent industry-wide pressures?
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Trimble (TRMB): Accelerating Software-Led Transformation—Is AECO’s Growth Engine the Key to Sustained Leadership?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearTrimble delivered a strategically robust Q3 2024, underscoring the strength of its software-led transformation and operational discipline. Revenue reached $875.80 million (+11.3 million above expectat ions), driven by 14% organic ARR growth to $2.187 billion, with AECO as a standout contributor, achieving 18% growth and a rare Rule of 47. Adjusted EPS of $0.70 exceeded estimates by $0.08, though GAAP EPS of $0.16 fell short due to one-time impacts. Gross margins reached a record 68.5%, reflecting the ongoing shift toward high-margin recurring streams through its "Connect & Scale" framework. Key drivers included accelerating adoption of Trimble Construction One (TC1), which now accounts for a majority of AECO bookings, and Transporeon’s record 30% year-to-date bookings growth, despite European freight softness. The announced divestiture of its mobility business further streamlines the portfolio, reallocating resources toward higher-growth verticals like AECO and Transportation. Management raised FY24 guidance, projecting revenue of $3.645 billion and improved EBITDA margins, reinforcing confidence in its high-margin subscription model. While macro risks like muted OEM activity and European freight challenges persist, Trimble’s focus on ARR growth, AI-driven solutions, and underpenetrated markets underpins durable shareholder value creation. Can Trimble’s continued software-driven innovation and vertical synergies secure its leadership in high-growth markets like infrastructure and renewables?
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Snap: Continued Challenges with Weak Monetization and Cost Battles – What’s the Bottomline Impact, Outlook & its Key Catalysts ?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearSnap Inc. (SNAP) delivered a solid Q3 2024 performance, with 15% YoY revenue growth to $1.37 billion, surpassing expectations by $14.51 million, driven by strong execution in Direct Response (DR) adve rtising (+16% YoY) and Snapchat+ subscriptions, which more than doubled YoY to contribute $123 million in revenue. Adjusted EPS of $0.08 exceeded estimates by $0.03, while Daily Active Users (DAUs) rose 9% YoY to 443 million, with international markets like Rest of World (+15% QoQ) and Europe (+2% QoQ) driving growth. Engagement improved, with global time spent watching content up 25% YoY, reflecting Snap’s success in leveraging AI-driven content discovery. However, challenges persist, including a 7% YoY decline in eCPMs as impression growth outpaced ad demand and brand-oriented advertising softness (-1% YoY) in discretionary categories. Infrastructure costs per DAU increased to $0.84, highlighting ongoing investment in AI and ML. Forward guidance for Q4 2024 reflects cautious optimism, with revenue expected to grow 11–15% YoY to $1.51–$1.56 billion, supported by DR ad innovations and a growing SMB advertiser base. While Snap’s long-term potential lies in AR advancements, GenAI tools, and monetization of Simple Snapchat, near-term profitability pressures and flat North American DAU growth limit upside. Can Snap’s AI-driven innovation and evolving DR ad strategy sustain growth amid macro and competitive pressures?
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Liberty Media Corporation (FWON.K): U.S. Media Rights Renewal & acquisition of MotoGP as the Game Changing Catalysts—Will It Redefine the Competitive Edge?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearLiberty Media Corporation (FWON.K) delivered a robust Q3 2024, with adjusted EPS of $0.40 exceeding estimates by $0.21, supported by strong performance from the Formula One Group (F1), while revenue o f $911M fell slightly short by $0.39M. F1 showcased resilience with year-to-date revenue growth of 15% and adjusted OIBDA climbing 21%, driven by disciplined cost management, a 140-bps margin expansion to 25.8%, and double-digit growth across revenue streams like sponsorship and media rights. The acquisition of MotoGP for $1 billion is set to close by year-end, diversifying Liberty’s motorsport portfolio and generating cross-platform synergies with F1, while 9% YTD MotoGP attendance growth underscores strong demand fundamentals. Strategic initiatives such as the planned Split-Off of Liberty Live Group aim to simplify the capital structure, unlocking shareholder value through tax-efficient restructuring and focused growth opportunities in motorsports and live entertainment. Near-term headwinds, including ticket pricing softness at the Las Vegas Grand Prix and sponsorship revenue timing effects, are mitigated by proactive cost optimization and LVGP’s broader ecosystem benefits, including marquee deals with LVMH. Liberty’s solid financial positioning, with $2.7 billion in attributed cash and a net leverage ratio of 1.1x at F1, supports growth initiatives like MotoGP integration and the upcoming U.S. media rights renegotiation in 2025. With F1’s growing U.S. fanbase and strategic calendar expansions, Liberty Media is well-positioned for multi-year compounding growth. Can Liberty’s execution on MotoGP integration and U.S. media rights renewal solidify its leadership and unlock sustainable competitive advantages across its ecosystem?
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International Paper (IP): How Will Plant Closures and Strategic Simplification Efforts Shape Its Future Growth- What’s the Impact, outlook & its 5 Key Catalysts ?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearInternational Paper (IP) delivered a mixed Q3 2024, with Adjusted EPS of $0.44 exceeding expectations by $0.19, while revenue of $4.69 billion missed by $13.17 million, reflecting sequential softness and near-term operational inefficiencies. The Industrial Packaging segment saw pricing tailwinds (+$70M) and benefits from the Box Go-to-Market strategy (+$17M), though these were offset by volume declines (-$48M) and operational disruptions (-$89M). Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF) benefited from price increases (+$24M) but faced cost pressures and lower volumes, highlighting ongoing challenges. Strategic initiatives, including the closure of five underutilized plants and exiting 300K tons of low-margin SBSK production, signal a pivot toward higher-margin segments and portfolio simplification, positioning IP for more stable returns. The $514M synergy potential from the DS Smith acquisition, expected to close in early 2025, offers transformative growth through cost savings and expanded market presence. Additionally, the 80/20 methodology is driving productivity gains, with early pilot programs delivering 20-30% improvements, validating IP’s operational focus. While Q4 guidance reflects positive momentum in Industrial Packaging, with a $55M sequential earnings improvement expected, near-term headwinds from $235M in depreciation costs and labor inflation persist. Can International Paper execute its strategic transformation while mitigating near-term pressures to unlock long-term profitability and deliver on its $2B-$4B EBITDA growth target?
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Qorvo (QRVO): $1B TAM Squeeze & 4 Key Challenges—Why We Have Little Optimism for Android Market Recovery & GM Targets—What’s the Impact, Outlook & its key Catalysts ?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearQorvo delivered Q2 FY2025 revenue of $1.05 billion, up 18% sequentially but down 5% year-over-year, beating expectations by $18.92 million, with adjusted EPS of $1.88 surpassing estimates by $0.03. Ho wever, GAAP EPS registered a loss of $0.18 due to non-cash and restructuring charges. While strong HPA and CSG growth (28% of revenue, up from 23%) highlights diversification, Android TAM contraction by ~$1 billion, driven by a shift to entry-tier 5G devices, has significantly reduced Qorvo’s mobile addressable market, eroding mid-tier revenues by 75% from peak levels and contributing to Android revenue declines of 50%. Gross margins compressed to 47%, with further declines to 45% expected in Q3 due to factory underutilization and mix challenges. Near-term headwinds include declining RF content in flagship devices, underwhelming iPhone performance, and Huawei’s resurgence, which add pressure to Android and iOS segments. Strategic cost realignments, including GaAs and BAW transitions and non-core divestitures, aim to mitigate gross margin impacts and drive long-term profitability. Despite fiscal 2025 revenue now expected to decline, free cash flow of $95 million and $81 million in buybacks in Q2 underscore Qorvo’s capital discipline. Can Qorvo regain RF content in flagship devices, stabilize factory utilization, and capitalize on HPA and CSG growth to offset mobile market declines and achieve sustainable margin recovery?
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Paylocity (PCTY): Airbase Integration Redefines TAM Expansion – Will CFO-Centric Innovation Unlock Sustainable Growth?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearPaylocity began FY25 with strong results, reporting total revenue of $363 million (+14.3% YoY), beating estimates by $6.71 million, and exceeding guidance by $4.5 million at the high end. Recurring re venue grew 14.2%, reflecting sustained traction in its HCM platform and early enthusiasm for its Airbase acquisition. Adjusted EPS of $1.66 surpassed projections by $0.25, while GAAP EPS of $0.88 beat by $0.09. Adjusted EBITDA reached $129 million, delivering a 35.5% margin and 250 bps of leverage. EBITDA margins excluding interest income expanded 270 bps to 29.8%, driven by scaling efficiencies in G&A and disciplined sales and marketing investments. Paylocity raised FY25 revenue guidance to $1.535–$1.550 billion (+10% YoY) and adjusted EBITDA guidance to $530–$540 million, reflecting both prudence and room for outperformance. Key drivers include Airbase’s potential to contribute ~1% to FY25 revenue and its long-term cross-sell opportunity to 40,000 clients, targeting 10–20% penetration. Innovation like the Paylocity AI assistant enhances client retention and satisfaction. While macro uncertainties and elongated deal cycles warrant monitoring, stable demand trends and a strong referral pipeline reinforce growth potential. Can Paylocity fully capitalize on Airbase’s integration, TAM expansion, and CFO-centric innovation to sustain its multi-year growth trajectory and deliver shareholder value?
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Planet Fitness (PLNT): Initiation of Coverage – Pricing Power Meets Strategic Modernization – Can Member Elasticity and Franchisee Buy-In Unlock the Next Growth Chapter?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearPlanet Fitness delivered strong Q3 2024 results, with revenue growing 5.3% year-over-year to $292.25 million, beating estimates by $6.99 million, while adjusted EPS of $0.64 exceeded expectations by $ 0.06. System-wide same-club sales grew 4.3%, driven by membership expansion, pricing gains, and a 100-basis-point YoY increase in Black Card membership mix to 63.1%, underscoring pricing power and upsell success. Adjusted EBITDA improved 10% to $123.1 million, with margins expanding to 42.1% due to operational efficiencies. Franchise EBITDA margins reached 71.1%, reflecting strong unit-level alignment, while corporate-owned clubs posted a 39.3% EBITDA margin, supported by modernized operations and equipment upgrades. Management raised FY24 guidance, projecting 8%-9% revenue and EBITDA growth alongside 11%-12% EPS growth, highlighting confidence in ongoing pricing elasticity, marketing traction, and unit growth momentum. Strategic investments include a pivot to strength-focused equipment (60% of clubs by year-end) and smaller-format clubs, enhancing domestic and international scalability. Risks include regulatory challenges like the FTC click-to-cancel rule, which elevated churn in some geographies, though broader stabilization mitigates systemic impact. With a strong liquidity position, manageable leverage (3.7x), and valuation at ~20.56x forward EV/EBITDA, Planet Fitness is well-positioned to sustain growth. Can Planet Fitness capitalize on pricing elasticity, operational modernization, and franchisee engagement to accelerate both domestic and international growth while maintaining its high-margin business model?
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SS&C Technologies (SSNC): Game-Changing Battea Acquisition and Strong Retention Rates, But Could Direct Indexing as an industry-level trend Derail Its Growth Story- What’s the impact, outlook & its Key Catalysts?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearSS&C Technologies delivered a strong Q3 2024, with adjusted revenue reaching a record $1.467 billion (+7.3% YoY), exceeding expectations by $24.8 million, while adjusted EBITDA of $566.2 million m aintained a solid margin of 38.6%. Adjusted EPS climbed 10.3% to $1.29, beating estimates by $0.03, and operating cash flow surged 39% YoY to $336.6 million, showcasing scalability and robust cash flow conversion (103%). Wealth and Investment Technologies (WIT) led growth with 10.9% organic revenue expansion, while the Battea acquisition contributed immediate accretion, adding $95 million in annualized revenue and opening cross-sell opportunities in fund administration. Automation through Blue Prism continues to drive efficiencies, reducing over 1,000 FTEs and positioning SS&C for long-term productivity gains. Despite Q4 guidance projecting 2.4% organic growth, reflecting licensing lumpiness and challenging comparisons, FY24 guidance remains strong, with adjusted revenue of $5.815-$5.855 billion and EPS of $5.12-$5.18. Headwinds include healthcare industry pressures and evolving trends like direct indexing, which could shift dynamics in fund administration. However, SS&C’s diverse client base, 95%+ retention rates, and leadership in alternatives AUM provide resilience. Can SS&C sustain its growth momentum and capitalize on its diversified offerings amidst industry shifts like direct indexing while unlocking synergies from Battea and automation-led efficiencies?
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Energy Transfer: Expansion into Natural Gas Infrastructure and Data Center Demand to catalyze growth – whats the earnings impact , outlook & its 5 key catalysts?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearEnergy Transfer (ET) delivered strong Q3 2024 results, with adjusted EBITDA rising 12% year-over-year to $3.96 billion, driven by record throughput in crude oil midstream, NGL pipelines, and refined p roducts. Midstream adjusted EBITDA surged 29% to $816 million, supported by higher Permian and Eagle Ford volumes and strategic acquisitions like Crestwood and WTG, while Crude Oil EBITDA rose 9%, benefiting from a 49% increase in exports and contributions from the Midland-Cushing pipelines. Adjusted EPS of $0.32 beat estimates by $0.10, though GAAP EPS of $0.32 missed expectations by $0.03 due to accounting adjustments. Revenue of $20.77 billion fell short by $813.52 million, reflecting top-line pressures despite operational strength. Energy Transfer’s $2.9 billion organic capital plan prioritizes high-return projects, including the Nederland Terminal NGL export expansion (mid-2025) and Fractionator 9 development (Q4 2026). The company’s positioning in natural gas infrastructure for AI/data centers offers compelling growth, with connection requests for 45 power plants and 40 data centers equating to potential load growth of 16 Bcf/d. Challenges include an 8% decline in NGL & Refined Products EBITDA and weaker interstate gas utilization due to softer prices, but these headwinds remain manageable within its $15.3-$15.5 billion 2024 EBITDA guidance. Can Energy Transfer sustain its growth momentum and capitalize on strategic projects and rising natural gas demand to drive long-term shareholder value?
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PTC: Vertical Realignment Unlocking Growth Potential – – whats the impact, outlook & its key 5 key competitive & Strategic Levers?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearPTC closed fiscal 2024 with robust results, delivering 12% constant currency ARR growth to $2.207 billion, driven by strong performances in PLM (+13%) and CAD (+10%), core pillars of its portfolio. Re venue of $626.55 million and adjusted EPS of $1.54 exceeded estimates by $6.01 million and $0.08, respectively, while free cash flow surged 25% to $736 million, reflecting the scalability of its subscription-based model and disciplined cost management. Non-GAAP operating margin expanded 370 basis points to 42%, underscoring operational leverage and low churn. PTC’s targeted vertical realignment strategy, focusing on industrial, aerospace and defense, electronics and high tech, automotive, and medical technology, positions it to address vertical-specific pain points and unlock ARR opportunities through enhanced specialization. Key drivers include accelerating adoption of Codebeamer in software-defined vehicle frameworks, Windchill’s expanding digital thread adoption, and cross-sell momentum. Challenges persist in Europe, where macro uncertainty weighs on automotive supply chains, but diversified vertical exposure and low churn mitigate risks. Fiscal 2025 guidance anticipates 9%-10% ARR growth and $835-$850 million in free cash flow. While short-term execution risks stem from the go-to-market realignment, strong positioning in high-growth industries supports long-term value creation. Can PTC sustain its momentum and capitalize on vertical specialization to deepen market penetration and drive durable ARR growth?
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Rollins (ROL): Rising Competitive Pressures in U.S. Pest Control Market Threaten Long-Term Margins ? – whats the impact, outlook & its key 5 key competitive & Strategic Levers?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearRollins delivered a constructive Q3 2024 performance, with revenue advancing 9% year-over-year to $916.27 million, surpassing expectations by $4.77 million, while organic growth of 7.7% reached the hi gh end of guidance. Segment performance was balanced, with commercial pest control growing 9.4%, residential revenues up 6.4%, and termite and ancillary services growing 14.5% on strong cross-sell initiatives. Gross margins improved by 20 basis points to 54%, but adjusted EBITDA margins declined 80 basis points to 24% due to elevated investments in personnel, sales, and digital marketing, with incremental EBITDA margins falling to 15.1%, below the 30% long-term target. Adjusted EPS of $0.29 missed expectations by $0.01, reflecting margin pressures despite solid revenue growth. Year-to-date free cash flow rose nearly 12%, supporting a 10% dividend increase and showcasing strong capital allocation discipline. The company executed 32 tuck-in acquisitions year-to-date, contributing approximately 2% to growth, while scaling its commercial pest control footprint through headcount and data-driven tools. Near-term challenges include hurricane-related disruptions and rising competitive pressures, with the "advertising arms race" against Rentokil weighing on margins. With shares trading at elevated valuations and margin recovery dependent on scaling growth investments, can Rollins sustain its competitive edge and shareholder value amidst rising competitive pressures and margin challenges in a fragmented pest control market?
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Church & Dwight (CHD): Slowing Growth and Competitive Pressures Challenge Premium Valuation-What’s the Impact, Outlook, and its 5 key competitive & Strategic Levers?
$50.00 — or $120.00 / yearChurch & Dwight delivered a solid Q3 2024 performance, exceeding expectations with revenue of $1.51 billion (+4.3% organic growth) and adjusted EPS of $0.79, beating by $0.12, driven by 3.1% U.S. volume growth and 60 bps gross margin expansion to 45%. Strength in power brands like THERABREATH (+400 bps YoY share gain in U.S. mouthwash), HERO (57% acne patch share), and BATISTE (46% dry shampoo share) reinforced its innovation-driven strategy, with incremental new product sales contributing 2% of growth. International organic growth of 8.1% and Specialty Products growth of 7.5% further underscore structural resilience. However, challenges persist, including underperformance in Gummy Vitamins (-10% YoY consumption), leading to a $357M impairment, and intensifying promotional activity in the litter segment, which pressures margins despite ARM & HAMMER retaining 40% of share gains. Elevated marketing spend (11%+ of FY24 sales) and SAP implementation in FY25 could weigh on margins, even as full-year gross margin guidance improves to +110 bps. With low-single-digit category growth expected in Q4 and valuation stretched at 30x forward P/E, upside appears limited. Can Church & Dwight sustain its premium valuation by navigating category pressures, revitalizing vitamins, and leveraging global growth in power brands to drive long-term momentum?
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