Stock Quitters Portfolio:
Lock In a Predetermined Gain of More Than 200% in Four Years

After two years of a bull market, the tables have turned. 

Weaker–than–expected retail sales, poor consumer sentiment, and lower growth expectations (with some economists expecting a recession) have sent the market tumbling, reminding investors that often what goes up comes down. 

The tariff war has created the kind of market volatility we haven’t seen in several years. 

Most people can’t stand the uncertainty of it all, the constant ups and downs, the vulnerability to… everything really, and the dramatic crashes that occur in the stock market… 

That’s why my VIP Trading Research Service Oxford Bond Advantage is dedicated to teaching American Stock Quitters how to use the power of certain bonds to increase their returns. 

Now, I’m not suggesting that you pull all of your money out of the market. But I do strongly suggest you have some of your portfolio invested in bonds and the near–certainty they provide. 

And here’s the strangest thing: You can often get BETTER returns than you can in the stock market. 

The bonds I’m recommending today are a very special type of bond – I call them superbonds. They offer much bigger returns… locked in and backed by legal contracts. 

Most importantly, we’ve been able to collect these returns with peace of mind, not worrying about a sudden market crash, a political event, or a disease cratering our hard-earned savings. 

And if you’re reading this report, you’ll learn how to get that peace of mind for yourself… with an untouchable return on your nest egg. 

In this report, you’ll learn about the three superbonds I promised you…

They all meet my criteria…

• Sufficient cash flow to cover their debts
• Strong leadership
• Reputable companies that aren’t flash-in-the-pan trends
• Expected returns that are better than the stock market average.

Keep in mind that the prices and returns of these bonds are as of October 2023. The exact prices and returns you receive may be different.

Three Superbonds to Grow Your Nest Egg

Superbond No. 1: Qurate Retail (Formerly Liberty Media) 

First up, and the bond I’m most excited about right now in my Stock Quitters Portfolio, is from Qurate Retail, formerly Liberty Media and Liberty Interactive. Qurate is the media conglomerate behind several retail brands, most prominently QVC. But it also controls HSN, Ballard Designs, Frontgate, Garnet Hill, and Grandin Road.  

It’s the largest player in video commerce… 

Qurate reaches more than 200 million homes worldwide via 14 television networks and reaches millions more via multiple streaming services, social pages, mobile apps, websites, print catalogs, and in-store destinations. 

The company has faced some headwinds, which is why we’ll be able to buy the bonds at a sharp discount and generate a tremendous return. That being said, I’m confident Qurate won’t have any problem meeting its future financial obligations…  

Things are beginning to look up for Qurate as of its latest results, though it may not appear that way at first glance. Revenue decreased 5% in 2024 to about $10 billion. 

The company also posted a loss, but that was due to a $1.5 billion noncash impairment charge related to goodwill and trade names, resulting in an operating loss of about $1.3 billion for the fourth quarter and $809 million for the full year. 

While an impairment charge isn’t great, considering it’s a noncash item, it doesn’t affect the company’s ability to meet its obligations. 

Looking beyond these headline numbers, we see some encouraging developments. 

The company’s adjusted OIBDA (operating income before depreciation and amortization) was down only 1% for the full year. This suggests that management’s cost-cutting initiatives and operational improvements are bearing fruit. In fact, Qurate reported higher product margins in its QxH segment driven by its “Project Athens” initiatives. 

In November, Qurate announced a new three-year strategy focused on returning the business to growth, including consolidating headquarters and studio operations into West Chester, Pennsylvania, ramping up social media operations, and continuing to actively manage the balance sheet. 

Importantly for bondholders, Qurate reduced its debt by $442 million in 2024 and extended its maturity profile. The company ended 2024 with $905 million in cash, up from $873 million at the end of the third quarter. 

Qurate’s continued debt reduction and its focus on operational improvements provide some confidence.  

Keep in mind, the yield on this bond is incredible, and if the company pays off at maturity, you’ll more than triple your money. While I expect it to meet its obligations, it is a distressed bond and should be considered high–risk. Only invest what you can afford to lose. 

Action to Take: Buy the Qurate/Liberty Media/Liberty Interactive (CUSIP 530715ad3) July 15, 2029, 8.5% coupon bond at $500 or lower. The bond is rated CCC- by S&P Global Ratings. 

At the current price of $440 (as of this writing), you will lock in a MEAR (minimum expected annual return) of 48.63%. 

You will receive nine interest payments of $42.50, minus accrued interest of $13.46, plus a $560 gain at maturity from buying at a discount to face value, for a holding period of 52.10 months at a cost of $440 per bond. 

9 x 42.50 – 13.46 + 560 / 52.10 / 440 x 12 = 48.63% 

At maturity, you should expect about a 211% total gain from this bond.

Superbond No. 2: Transocean

Transocean specializes in ultra-deepwater and harsh environment drilling services, operating a fleet of 34 mobile drilling units. These include 26 ultra-deepwater floaters and eight harsh environment floaters – the highest-specification floating offshore drilling fleet in the world. 

Offshore drilling sure can generate some attractive yields for bond investors. Especially considering the Trump administration’s push for more domestic oil and natural gas production. It should be a boon for Transocean and similar companies.  

Now, these bonds are sometimes listed under “Global Marine Inc.” on brokerage platforms due to Transocean’s merger history. Global Marine and Santa Fe International merged to form GlobalSantaFe Corporation in 2001. In 2007, Transocean and GlobalSantaFe merged to create the world’s largest offshore drilling contractor. So don’t be confused if you see the Global Marine name – it’s the same bond. 

But I digress… There’s a lot to like in Transocean’s latest results… 

In the fourth quarter of 2024, Transocean reported $952 million in contract drilling revenues, generating adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) of $323 million. That’s a healthy 33.9% adjusted EBITDA margin. Cash provided by operating activities was $206 million during the quarter. 

What really stands out is Transocean’s backlog of future work. The company reported $8.3 billion in backlog as of February 2025. That’s a lot of contracted future revenue. Even better, management noted the company’s “industry-leading contract coverage well into 2026.” 

The offshore drilling market has been strengthening, especially for high-specification rigs. As CEO Jeremy Thigpen noted, customers awarded Transocean “several contracts approaching and exceeding $500,000 per day for our high hook load seventh-gen plus assets and more than $600,000 per day for our eighth-gen 20K assets.” 

With the bonds trading at a discount, we can lock in a solid MEAR of around 9.7%. That’s a great return for a company that continues to demonstrate market leadership and has visibility well into 2026. 

Transocean is taking meaningful steps to strengthen its balance sheet, including implementing cost-cutting initiatives. The company is “fully committed to efficiently converting our backlog to revenue and revenue to cash,” according to management. I expect these efforts to further improve Transocean’s financial position over the coming years. 

Action to Take: Buy the Transocean (CUSIP 379352al1) June 1, 2028, 7% coupon bonds for $94 ($940 per bond) or lower. 

Always be patient with your purchase price on these bonds. Don’t chase the price higher. If the bond trades above our limit, wait for it to come down. 

The bond is rated CCC+ by S&P. This is also a speculative bond. 

At the current trading price of $934.50 per bond, you will lock in a MEAR of 9.7%. You will receive seven interest payments of $35.00, minus $19.64 in accrued interest, plus a gain of $65.50 at maturity from buying at a discount to face value, for a holding period of 38.63 months at a cost of $934.50 per bond. 

7 x 35.00 – 19.64 + 65.50 / 38.63 / 934.50 x 12 = 9.7% 

That means, at maturity, you should expect a locked–in total return of 31% in three years from this bond. 

Superbond No. 3: Hudson Pacific Properties 

Hudson Pacific Properties is a real estate investment trust, or REIT, that operates primarily on the West Coast of the United States and Canada. Its business is simple: It owns office space and production studios and rents them out.   

What sets Hudson Pacific apart is the caliber of its clientele. The company has some of the biggest names in technology renting its office space. Google, Amazon, Netflix, Riot Games, Uber, Dell, and others are all Hudson Pacific customers.   

Real estate generally is a very good long-term play. New sources of oil, gold, lithium, etc., are discovered all the time. But there’s only so much land on the planet. We can’t make any more, and we’ve discovered all there is.   

With a rising global population and a permanently fixed supply, land values are likely to go up.  

Hudson Pacific has seen its revenue rising steadily at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.7% over the past decade. Its diluted earnings per share have grown at a CAGR of 32.9% over the same time frame. And the company holds $68 million in cash.  

I’m bullish on real estate for the long term. It’s the perfect safe bet for someone fed up with the chaos of the stock market.  

Action to Take: Buy the Hudson Pacific Properties (CUSIP 44409mac0) January 15, 2030, 3.25% coupon bond at $725 or lower. The bond is rated BB- by S&P Global Ratings. 

At the current price of $710 (as of this writing), you will lock in a MEAR of 13.0%. 

You will receive 10 interest payments of $16.25, minus $5.15 in accrued interest, plus a $290 gain at maturity from buying at a discount to face value, for a holding period of 58.10 months, at a cost of $710 per bond. 

10 x 16.25 – 5.15 + 290 / 58.10 / 710 x 12 = 13.0% 

That means, at maturity, you should expect about a 63% total gain from this bond in less than five years. 

The low price of this bond suggests that it is distressed despite the BB- rating. Consider this bond speculative as well. 

But remember, even speculative bonds pay off at maturity as long as they don’t go bankrupt. Their stocks could fall to zero, but if the companies are not bankrupt, they pay their bondholders interest and $1,000 par value per bond at maturity, no matter what the bondholder paid for the bond. 

Make Your Portfolio Super

Together, these bonds make up my Stock Quitters Portfolio. These recommendations are expected to produce total returns of about 211%, 31%, and 63%, respectively. 

And remember, these returns are contractually obligated! 

Opportunities like these are exciting, especially in a market besieged by a lingering pandemic, ongoing supply chain issues, and soaring inflation (among other problems). 

But here, we’ve got predictable returns… protected by law. 

To me, bond investing gives you the best of both worlds: consistent gains and very limited downside risk. 

And with these superbonds in your portfolio, you can juice your portfolio’s growth just as simply. 

However, keep in mind… 

The more you pay for the bonds, the lower the return. So try to buy them around the prices I mentioned above. 

Don’t chase the prices up on these. Just wait for them to come back down before buying so you can maximize your total return. 

Remember, these are speculative bonds. But if they meet their obligations as required by law, the returns will be spectacular.