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Asit Sharma, CPA

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Asit Sharma, CPA, is a Senior Investment Analyst and Lead Advisor at The Motley Fool. He co-advises The Motley Fool’s flagship Stock Advisor investing service, serves as a lead advisor for Virtual Revolution, and contributes as an analyst to three other premium subscriptions: Quantum Leap, Trends, and Showdown. Prior to his current position, Asit was a contributing writer and editor for Fool.com, CFO of a middle-market manufacturer, and a finance consultant. He holds a B.A. in English Literature from UNC-Chapel Hill and a M.A. in English Literature from New York University.

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One Code That Starbucks Corporation Still Hasn't Cracked

Aug 9, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

One Code That Starbucks Corporation Still Hasn't Cracked

Starbucks dominates the global retail coffee scene, yet one of its most important markets still challenges the company's ingenuity as morning coffee drinkers don't flock to Starbucks in China the way they do elsewhere.

5 Things McDonald's Corporation Management Wants You to Know

Aug 5, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

5 Things McDonald's Corporation Management Wants You to Know

As of mid-year, the quick service giant is fully engaged in its turnaround strategy under new CEO Steve Easterbrook. We look at five important statements that management made during its recent Q2 2015 earnings call with analysts.

FireEyeThreatPie

Aug 5, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

FireEye Tightens Up Its Operations

The burgeoning cybersecurity software provider achieved gains in a number of areas besides revenue during the second quarter of 2015.

The 3 Best Stocks to Invest in Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Jul 29, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

The 3 Best Stocks to Invest in Non-Alcoholic Beverages

A look at the three best stocks to invest in the non-alcoholic beverage sector: each suits a different investment style.

5 Things to Watch When FireEye Reports Earnings

Jul 29, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

5 Things to Watch When FireEye Reports Earnings

Pertinent themes and trends to look for in the earnings report of this high-profile cybersecurity company, which is due to report after the markets close on Thursday.

C.H. Robinson Gets a Boost From Trucking

Jul 28, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

C.H. Robinson Gets a Boost From Trucking

The global logistics provider is enjoying increased net revenue and profit after its early 2015 acquisition of freight broker Freightquote.com, most significantly in trucking-related transportation.

Grupo Aeroportuario Del Pacífico's Results Bolstered by Merger

Jul 23, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Grupo Aeroportuario Del Pacífico's Results Bolstered by Merger

The Mexican airport operator expanded into the Caribbean during the second quarter, concluding an airport purchase which lifted revenue and earnings considerably.

Nasdaq OMX Lays the Groundwork for Future Revenue

Jul 23, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Nasdaq OMX Lays the Groundwork for Future Revenue

The operator of the Nasdaq stock exchange posted strong quarterly earnings Thursday despite a 1% decline in revenues and is actively investing in new opportunities.

Coca-Cola Flexes Its Pricing Muscle

Jul 22, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Coca-Cola Flexes Its Pricing Muscle

The world's largest non-alcoholic beverage company delivered earnings Wednesday, which were impacted by foreign currency translation. But Coke also displayed positive results in North America.

Why Investors Are Short-Selling GoPro Stock

Jul 20, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Why Investors Are Short-Selling GoPro Stock

GoPro's stock has attracted significant investor interest. But it's also caught the attention of a fair number of skeptics.

Why TripAdvisor Inc. Stock Rose 14% in June

Jul 10, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Why TripAdvisor Inc. Stock Rose 14% in June

A significant booking deal bodes well for TripAdvisor's future.

PepsiCo Is On A Cost Control Mission

Jul 9, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

PepsiCo Is On A Cost Control Mission

The beverage and snack giant's second-quarter revenue declined considerably, but it continues to run a tight ship, benefiting shareholders.

Why Etsy Inc. Shares Fell 16% in June

Jul 9, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Why Etsy Inc. Shares Fell 16% in June

June's slide was the continuation of a malaise which began almost as soon as the company debuted on the public markets.

Why TubeMogul Inc. Stock Fell 16% in June

Jul 9, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Why TubeMogul Inc. Stock Fell 16% in June

TubeMogul's stock dropped sharply in June, but the catalyst may be a long-term positive.

Why Ambarella Inc Stock Rose 14% in June

Jul 8, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Why Ambarella Inc Stock Rose 14% in June

Ambarella continued its huge run-up in 2015 last month. But June's 14% ascent was anything but smooth.

Why Bojangles', Inc. Stock Fell 13% in June

Jul 6, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Why Bojangles', Inc. Stock Fell 13% in June

The quick-service chain serving a spicy take on traditional Southern cuisine fell 13% in the second month after its public debut. Time to worry already?

Intuit Earnings: 2015 Is Turning Out to Be a Transition Year

May 21, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Intuit Earnings: 2015 Is Turning Out to Be a Transition Year

Intuit reported lower Q3 2015 earnings, and revised full-year earnings guidance lower. But the company is reshaping its revenue opportunities for 2016 and beyond.

PepsiCo Earnings: Foreign Exchange Will Pressure 2015 Results

Apr 23, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

PepsiCo Earnings: Foreign Exchange Will Pressure 2015 Results

PepsiCo reported a slight decline in revenue and virtually unchanged earnings in its Q1 2015 earnings. But the company warned that currency effects will create a heavier drag on 2015 earnings than previously forecast.

Coca-Cola Starts Its "Transition Year" With Progress

Apr 22, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Coca-Cola Starts Its "Transition Year" With Progress

The first-quarter results for the world's largest non-alcoholic beverage company are in. Coke shows initial gains in its self-proclaimed "transition year."

Kimberly-Clark Trims Costs Amid Currency Woes

Apr 21, 2015 by Asit Sharma, CPA

Kimberly-Clark Trims Costs Amid Currency Woes

Kimberly-Clark reported reduced first-quarter sales due to currency fluctuations, but the company still turned in a credible performance on the bottom line.

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