Every week, I take a look at a few companies that lapped their profit targets. Leaving Wall Street's pros with quizzical looks on their faces can be a good thing. It usually means that the companies have more in the tank than analysts figured, and capital appreciation often follows.
Let's take a look at a few companies that humbled the prognosticators over the past few trading days.
We can start with GameStop
I have also made the case for GameStop as a recession-resistant company, since it scores its thickest margins on buying used games and gear and reselling them. It certainly doesn't hurt that GameStop's comps shot up an amazing 24.7% for all of 2007.
Adobe
Finally, we have Focus Media
So, keep watching the companies that lap expectations. Over time, it will be a rewarding experience for investors as the market rewards the overachievers. That's the kind of surprise we look for in the Rule Breakers newsletter service. Want in? Check out a 30-day trial subscription.
Either way, come back next Monday to learn about more stocks that blew the market away.