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Asit Sharma

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Asit Sharma, CPA, is a Senior Investment Analyst and Lead Advisor at The Motley Fool. 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.

Recent Articles by Asit Sharma

Zen Garden

Jun 29, 2017 by Asit Sharma

The Worst Mistake Stock Investors Can Make Right Now

You've probably seen several news items on a particularly interesting quirk regarding market sentiment. Be careful about acting on it.

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Jun 28, 2017 by Asit Sharma

I Still Can't Believe FedEx Corporation Spent $5 Billion on TNT Express

Five billion dollars and four quarters later, has FedEx achieved favorable results for shareholders?

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Jun 26, 2017 by Asit Sharma

The 2 Best Dividend Stocks in Cruise Lines

The case for adding two respected travel industry leaders to your dividend-oriented portfolio.

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Jun 23, 2017 by Asit Sharma

A Bidding War for Whole Foods? Vetting Amazon's Potential Adversaries

Only a few companies are capable of disrupting Amazon's offer to acquire Whole Foods. Here's a look at the most likely candidates.

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Jun 23, 2017 by Asit Sharma

Why Diageo Is Paying $1 Billion for George Clooney's Tequila

A minuscule tequila company fetches a big price tag.

Terracotta Warriors

Jun 20, 2017 by Asit Sharma

Want Your Career to Flourish? Understand and Apply This Simple Principle

Here's perspective on what can truly set you apart over the entire span of your working days.

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Jun 19, 2017 by Asit Sharma

Why LivePerson, Inc. Stock Surged 35% in May

Are investors beginning to acknowledge the potential for the company's new messaging platform?

Hands Using Online Devices to Shop

Jun 18, 2017 by Asit Sharma

Why Overstock.com, Inc. Stock Fell 19% in May

A writedown in a non-core business hit quarterly earnings. Management also veered into unusual territory in its discussion of results, but this could prove to be positive in the long run.

Hotel Room Overlooking Water

Jun 17, 2017 by Asit Sharma

Why Marriott International, Inc. Shares Rose 14% in May

The global hotelier is reaping significant rewards from its merger with competitor Starwood Hotels.

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Jun 19, 2017 by Asit Sharma

Amazon and Whole Foods Upend the Grocery Aisle

Two of the world's most valuable brands will merge strengths to sharply challenge competitors in the U.S. grocery market.

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Jun 14, 2017 by Asit Sharma

The Upside of the Big McDonald's Delivery Experiment

The global burger chain is ramping up its foray into delivery this month.

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Jun 13, 2017 by Asit Sharma

The 2 Best Dividend Stocks in the Hotel Industry

Two prominent operators should be top of mind among dividend investors interested in the hotel industry.

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Jun 13, 2017 by Asit Sharma

Why Workday, Inc. Stock Rose 14% in May

Shares rose steadily during the month in anticipation of this event.

Cozy Studio Apartment Room

Jun 8, 2017 by Asit Sharma

The 2 Best Dividend Stocks in Home Goods

One of these solid dividend-paying companies owns familiar retail brands -- the other one may be new to you.

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Jun 8, 2017 by Asit Sharma

Blue Apron Becomes the Latest Unicorn to Pursue an IPO

In its last private funding round, Blue Apron reached a valuation of over $2 billion. Now, the company has its sights set on the public market. I dig into the IPO filing to break down the financials and business model for investors.

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Jun 1, 2017 by Asit Sharma

Is More Consolidation Coming to the Consumer and Retail Industry?

Major acquisition talks make headlines as American Eagle pursues its apparel rival Abercrombie & Fitch, and Kraft-Heinz eyes a mega-deal with Colgate-Palmolive.

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May 30, 2017 by Asit Sharma

2 Bank Stocks You May Be Overlooking

Consider adding shares of two aggressive, well-run community banks to your portfolio.

Coffee Shop Partners

May 26, 2017 by Asit Sharma

Improving Tax Volumes and Ecosystem Gains Lift Intuit's Quarter

The small-business and tax software provider overcame a slow start to the 2017 tax season to finish the fiscal third quarter with progress on many fronts.

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May 25, 2017 by Asit Sharma

The 2 Best Dividend Stocks in Beer

Don't choose between them: Both of these beer concerns belong in your dividend-investment portfolio.

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May 24, 2017 by Asit Sharma

The Key Metric: A Powerful Tool for Entrepreneurs

Here's the value to entrepreneurs of focusing in on first a handful of measurements, and then just one.

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