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Michael Lewis

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Michael is a value-oriented investment analyst with a specific interest in retail and media businesses. Before coming to the Fool, Michael worked with private investment funds focusing on deep value and special situations. Currently living in the media capital of the world--Los Angeles, California.

Recent Articles by Michael Lewis

Nov 12, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Chiquita May Still Be Undervalued

This big-time banana brand has had some hiccups in its turnaround process, but fundamentals are intact. As conditions improve in the coming year, today's stock price looks cheap.

Nov 11, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Activist Would Help Men's Wearhouse Shareholders

At the right price, Men's Wearhouse and Jos. A. Bank could be an appealing merger, but the former's management seems totally unwilling. Investors may want to get behind the activist pushing for open negotiations.

Nov 11, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Starz Continues to Shine Bright

The premium cable company is growing subscribers while its cable brethren sheds them. Great content, smart management, and reasonable valuation make this a great pick.

Nov 11, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Blockbuster Closing a Cautionary Tale for Slow-Moving Businesses

As we say goodbye to Blockbuster, the last remaining relics of the brick-and-mortar video rental industry, we look back on a towering business that took institutional incompetency to a new level.

Nov 8, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Charter Posts Good Results, but Eye Is on TWC

The fourth largest cable operator in the country is doing better than its larger brethren in holding onto subscribers. Still, its courtship of Time Warner Cable is what will ultimately satisfy investor needs.

Nov 8, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Will Zillow Outgrow Its Spending Addiction?

The technology-infused real estate services business is growing fast -- there's no denying that. But with such a rich valuation and skyrocketing costs, it would be in both the company's and investors' best interest to have better transparency.

Nov 7, 2013 by Michael Lewis

TravelCenters' ROI Needs Improvement

The company is expanding location by location and beat the Street on earnings. With limited cash flow growth, though, this appealingly-valued truck stop has more to prove.

Nov 7, 2013 by Michael Lewis

DIRECTV Outperforms Cable

The world's largest pay-TV provider continues to tack on subscribers. For investors, there is still plenty of time to get on board.

Nov 7, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Can Office Depot Really Benefit From the Merger?

Joining forces with Office Max, the company is set to become a giant right on the heels of industry kingpin Staples. Will this save it from an eroding business model?

Nov 6, 2013 by Michael Lewis

This Top-Notch Car Rental Business Is Selling Cheap

After the Dollar Thrifty acquisition, Hertz has an incredible and durable market position in a growing industry. Ignore the short-term lease payment issue.

Nov 6, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Bloomin' Brands Posts Gains, but Comps Remain a Concern

Led by its premium steakhouse, Bloomin' Brands was able to grow the top and bottom lines in a tough quarter. Long-term, though, investors may need more.

Nov 6, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Liberty's Net Income Plummets, but Long Term Is Great

The media holdings company is run by great managers and set to deliver value for years. This quarter's earnings dip is a nonevent.

Nov 5, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Advance Auto Is Setting Up to Outperform

The auto parts retailer is shifting from do-it-yourself to do-it-for-me, and investors should take notice.

Nov 5, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Asset Growth Is Key to Hyatt

In contrast to its competitors, Hyatt wants to own its properties. How does this affect stockholders?

Nov 5, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Is Diamond Resorts the Best Play on Timeshares?

The vacation interest business is booming and Diamond is a formidable player in the industry. Should you become a part-owner?

Nov 5, 2013 by Michael Lewis

International Growth Seekers: Check Out Marriott

The hospitality giant continues to gain ground on a global expansion and improving unit metrics. Growth investors should love this asset-light, high-ROI business.

Nov 4, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Why DineEquity Is an Outperformer

The casual restaurant business has been tough for most, but not this franchise-based multi-chain operator. Here's why the good times will keep rolling.

Nov 4, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Despite Blackout, Time Warner Sails Through Quarter

The company lost 300,000 subscribers in one month last quarter, yet other parts of the business kept things growing and investors happy. What lies ahead, though, for the changing tides of cable?

Oct 31, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Looming Danger Ahead for 1-800-Flowers?

At the moment, this Web-based flower-delivery business looks appealing, but what happens now that the e-commerce king has entered the space?

Oct 31, 2013 by Michael Lewis

Caesar's Cash Piles Up: Are Better Days Coming?

Though the recent quarter proved rough, the company looks comfortable and ready to make smarter investments.

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