Dec 18, 2006 by Matthew CrewsQuiksilver: Another Solid SessionThe company's fourth-quarter earnings benefited from its recent acquisition of Rossignol.
Dec 18, 2006 by Matthew CrewsNaughty: Hewlett-Packard's PretextingPlugging leaks via illegal means is a definite holiday no-no.
Dec 15, 2006 by Matthew CrewsIs Pier 1 Afloat?After another disappointing quarter, our Fool wonders what's in store for this furnishing retailer.
Dec 13, 2006 by Matthew CrewsLess Support for Drug-Eluting Stents?The FDA responds to a recent controversy.
Dec 12, 2006 by Matthew CrewsSmith & Nephew, What's the Deal?A merger with Biomet would be good in many ways. But what's the right price?
Dec 12, 2006 by Matthew CrewsFool on the Street: The Post DiversifiesIt's not just newspapers anymore for the parent company of The Washington Post.
Dec 11, 2006 by Matthew CrewsRite Aid: Comps Mean CompetitionThe pharmacy chain reported positive same-store results for November.
Dec 8, 2006 by Matthew CrewsRetail Ventures: Valuing Value CityRetail Ventures ventures for a value for its Value City Department Stores holding.
Dec 7, 2006 by Matthew CrewsdELiA*s Ollies HigherThe teen retailer/skateboard purveyor's stock rose more than 10% in pre-market trading.
Dec 6, 2006 by Matthew CrewsRetail Ventures Warrants Closer InspectionAnd not because it's a good investment idea.
Dec 5, 2006 by Matthew CrewsGap's Brave New WorldIt's looking to grow through franchising abroad. First stops: Singapore and Malaysia.
Dec 5, 2006 by Matthew CrewsAnheuser-Busch: Imports BeckonThe company's distribution deal will have a big impact on its competitive strength.
Dec 4, 2006 by Matthew CrewsUnitedHealth Group: McGuire's Frozen OptionsAnother episode in the great stock options saga.
Nov 30, 2006 by Matthew CrewsPeer No Further at Pier 1It may be just a matter of time before this Pier sinks.
Nov 29, 2006 by Matthew CrewsDollar General's Third and LongThe discount retailer calls two tough plays in hopes of scoring.
Nov 28, 2006 by Matthew CrewsThe Yin and Yang of Black FridaySeemingly contradictory results emerge as the holiday shopping season begins.
Nov 22, 2006 by Matthew CrewsExtended Warranties Cost Brand ValueFor manufacturers, chasing short-term profit can erode long-term value.
Nov 21, 2006 by Matthew CrewsA Costly Trend at Cost PlusMore stores, fewer profits. It's happened before, and it happened again in Q3.
