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Technology Stocks : Winstar Comm. (WCII) -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: gauguin who wrote (8778)	10/19/1998 9:46:00 PM
From: LzzrdKing	Respond to of 12468

<<We have had others on this board from time to time of your apparent ilk. I have attempted to coax you into a reason-based, deliberate debate (evidence of my interest/willingness to hear new perspectives). But apparently intellect, unlike throwing insults and gloating, is of no interest to you; therefore you are of no interest to at least one more person on this planet.>> What in the world is there to debate about this stock? Is this some sort of magic stock that can never be sold, that must be held from now till eternity? All stocks are bought to sell, the only question is when. Why would anyone allow this stock to go from the 40s to 10, especially in view of the fact that this, like many story stocks, would get demolished in a bear market. By the way you do follow some interesting stocks, like ENGSY. Not many people would know that one, so I have to give you some credit there. I just hope u haven't held it for the ride down.

To: gauguin who wrote (8778)	10/19/1998 9:54:00 PM
From: Randall Thomas	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 12468

<<I have attempted to coax you into a reason-based, deliberate debate (evidence of my interest/willingness to hear new perspectives)>> Stocks are there to be used. I think some fundamental belief in a company that transcends the apparent mechanics of supply and demand is very hazardous and an excellent way to sustain a meaningful % loss, potentially chronic mental distraction, and in general a misallocation of equity that could earn better returns in other instruments (even cash).

To: gauguin who wrote (8778)	10/20/1998 6:36:00 AM
From: Robet Butkus	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 12468

Barbara, The object in the market is to make money. ALL stocks are inventory, and when you buy inventory the idea is to sell it to the next individual at a higher price. At that moment it is his problem to perpetuate the same game, but at a higher price with more risk. Sitting on an issue that runs from 10 to 45 to 10 then 20, and not taking advantage of the volitility is a waste of time. Story stocks, as Lizzard pointed out, are the issues that fall the hardest in bear markets, and recover when a more optimistic light appears. Issues that have convertables are more volitile than most due to their debt load and dillution, with bond owners who could care less about the company....ie collecting fat premiums while shorting the common. When you know how the game is played, then and only then can you understand what to do to increase your performance. This board is constantly filled with conversation about the "fundies" of the company, which is a lifevest for most. Stocks are a means to an end, not a religious event. You will never see me talking about how great WCII is, or how much merit they deserve. I am a trader, and look at this company as I do ALL companies..ONLY a means to and end.....PROFIT. The markets are a game about perception. never forget that. Many would have you believe differently... I find it extremely funny that the old Peter Lynchman has become schill for you know who. Talk about perception, eh? I have never made any direct personal comments to, or about you, so being the self elected board "monitor" indicates a strong sense of community spirit on your part..... Gabor, on the other hand, must think of investing in a more religious light which I totally disagree with, as you now know. I cannot speak about the rocks that Lizzard I and lounge on, as you so aptly make reference to...maybe Lizzard can.