Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Why Apple Investors Should Be Terrified




Moments ago, legendary fund manager Jeff Gundlach sent a warning to Apple shareholders during a public webcast, BI writes.

During the Q&A, one of the listeners asked if Gundlach could see Apple going to $700 per share.
"I don't know," answered Gundlach. "Maybe."

But Gundlach followed that with a word of caution.  He noted high-flying stocks like Apple are at risk of capital gains taxes.  In other words, those holding Apple stock are probably sitting on huge unrealized profits that will be taxed when shares are sold.

Generally, this brand of risk isn't a very big concern.  However, Gundlach expects taxes to soon rise as part of the government's efforts to reduce debts and deficits…..One of those taxes that could rise is the capital gains tax on investments….

Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/jeff-gundlach-apple-2012-9

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