Sep 15, 2004 by Jeff HwangJack Stays in the BoxIt offers higher expectations for the new fiscal year and a plan for growth and continued brand reinvention.
Sep 14, 2004 by Jeff HwangOffice Depot Misses School for RealHurricanes, weak back-to-school sales, and weak European business bring an earnings warning.
Sep 13, 2004 by Jeff HwangBack to School for Wal-MartThe company backs September same-store sales growth forecast as back-to-school sales finally pick up.
Sep 10, 2004 by Jeff HwangGame On for Take-TwoProfits may disappoint, but revenue strength is evidence that the game company is a relevant player.
Sep 9, 2004 by Jeff HwangTaste of Yum! Wins the World OverStrong international sales growth and solid U.S. comps propel the company's stock to its highest price ever.
Sep 7, 2004 by Jeff HwangSeagate Floats -- for a DaySeagate Technology offers a better than expected revenue and earnings forecast; the stock should still be avoided.
Sep 3, 2004 by Jeff HwangA Big Winner in GamingMandalay falls short as gamblers lose less; Shuffle Master's winning streak continues.
Sep 2, 2004 by Jeff HwangSmooth Sale for Harrah's?In a potential $1.3 billion deal to sell four properties, Harrah's and Caesars may get premium value for subpremium assets.
Aug 27, 2004 by Jeff HwangMarketing Isn't for Problem GamblersHarrah's, "the leader in responsible gaming," gets fined for mailing marketing materials to known problem gamblers.
Aug 26, 2004 by Jeff HwangSell Starbucks?Comparable sales growth in August was a little lighter than expected, causing a sell-off. That doesn't mean sell.
Aug 25, 2004 by Jeff HwangHooters Hits the Vegas StripThe Hooters Casino Hotel will show that there is room for niche players to be successful on the Strip as well.
Aug 24, 2004 by Jeff HwangTrial Letdown Hits Possis MedicalDisappointing trial data regarding the AngioJet catheter takes a 38% bite out of Possis Medical's stock.
Aug 23, 2004 by Jeff HwangCalifornia's Casino BoomDeals with Native American tribes boost further expansion of gaming in the state.
Aug 20, 2004 by Jeff HwangNew Look at Electronics BoutiqueIts pre-played business might give it a competitive advantage that would justify its rapid expansion after all.
Aug 19, 2004 by Jeff HwangMicrosoft, EA Team Up for World CupWill the video game tournament take gaming to the next level?
Aug 18, 2004 by Jeff HwangIs Applied Materials Losing Momentum?The company posted a strong third quarter, but a less optimistic outlook has its shares near its 52-week low.
Aug 17, 2004 by Jeff HwangCan GameStop Be Stopped?GameStop's lack of a competitive advantage leaves investors with many questions.
Aug 16, 2004 by Jeff HwangAnother Take on Isle: Don't BotherIsle of Capri is neither a great company nor a good company at a great price.
Aug 11, 2004 by Jeff HwangBuy the World Poker Tour?The World Poker Tour made its successful IPO, though its market debut was a flop. Buy it or wait-and-see?