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Jason Hall is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst with more than a decade of experience writing about dividend stocks and long-term investing. He has been with the company since 2012 and previously spent over 10 years in technical sales in the printing and information services industry. Jason also founded and operated a small food manufacturing business.

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Meritage Homes Corp Profits Up, Gross Margin Down: Guess What Mister Market Does?

Aug 3, 2016 by Jason Hall

Meritage Homes Corp Profits Up, Gross Margin Down: Guess What Mister Market Does?

The top-10 homebuilder handily beat earnings estimates for second quarter earnings, but a big drop in gross margin and adjusted guidance sent the market selling. Here's a look at what investors need to know.

Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd. Reports Big Premiums Growth From Montpelier Acquisition

Aug 2, 2016 by Jason Hall

Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd. Reports Big Premiums Growth From Montpelier Acquisition

The specialty insurer and reinsurer saw its Montpelier acquisition cut into earnings per share, but it looks to be driving long-term value higher.

Trex Company, Inc. Stock Up 13%: Here's Why

Aug 2, 2016 by Jason Hall

Trex Company, Inc. Stock Up 13%: Here's Why

The wood alternative decking and deck accessories maker reported strong revenue growth and record earnings.

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Aug 1, 2016 by Jason Hall

Why DigitalGlobe Inc Stock Went Up 15% on Friday

The satellite imagery leader handily beat earnings, reported strong cash flows, and reduced its expenses as it gears up for growth with plans to put more satellites in orbit soon.

Will BofI Holding, Inc. Deposit Another Quarter of Growth?

Jul 30, 2016 by Jason Hall

Will BofI Holding, Inc. Deposit Another Quarter of Growth?

BofI Holding has been one of the fastest-growing banks for years, but short sellers and a market that's turned negative on banking have held the company's stock down, despite its stellar results. Here's a closer look at what to expect when BofI reports on Aug. 2.

What to Expect When Trex Company, Inc. Reports Earnings

Jul 30, 2016 by Jason Hall

What to Expect When Trex Company, Inc. Reports Earnings

When the wood-alternative-decking leader last reported earnings in May, management said it was focusing on taking more market share from wood through its advertising and marketing efforts. We may get our first glimpse at whether that effort is paying off when the company reports on August 1.

Lumber Liquidators Holdings Inc. Reports Better Sales, Lower Expenses

Jul 29, 2016 by Jason Hall

Lumber Liquidators Holdings Inc. Reports Better Sales, Lower Expenses

The company posted another loss and is still struggling to attract customers back to its stores, but there were some signs that its financial performance is starting to improve.

Canadian National Railway Sees Profits Fall, Faces Major Leadership Changes

Jul 29, 2016 by Jason Hall

Canadian National Railway Sees Profits Fall, Faces Major Leadership Changes

Canada's biggest railway -- and one of North America's largest -- delivered solid operating results, even as a decline in the volume of goods shipped fell, dragging revenue and profits down from last year.

Compass Minerals International, Inc. Reports Mixed Demand, Declining Profits

Jul 28, 2016 by Jason Hall

Compass Minerals International, Inc. Reports Mixed Demand, Declining Profits

The road salt and plant nutrition products producer continues to suffer declining demand for its plant nutrition products, though unexpected winter weather in April helped its salt business report slightly better results. Add it all up, and profits fell, management cut guidance, and the rest of 2016 could be ugly.

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Jul 28, 2016 by Jason Hall

Bladex Reports Profit Growth, Lower Expenses in Second Quarter

Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior saw earnings jump 65% in the quarter while costs fell, even as top-line revenues rose.

Chart Industries, Inc. Stock up 10% After Earnings: Here's Why

Jul 28, 2016 by Jason Hall

Chart Industries, Inc. Stock up 10% After Earnings: Here's Why

The manufacturer of industrial gas infrastructure and processing equipment reported a bigger profit than Wall Street was expecting, as efforts to cut costs to ride out the energy downturn appear to be paying off.

Whole Foods Market, Inc. Delivers Record Sales but Earnings Continue to Slide

Jul 28, 2016 by Jason Hall

Whole Foods Market, Inc. Delivers Record Sales but Earnings Continue to Slide

Whole Foods remains solidly profitable, but a highly competitive environment continues to put pressure on the company's sales and earnings growth. Here's a closer look at how the grocer did last quarter and how management says its new initiatives are working so far.

Panera Bread Co. Bakes Up a Strong Quarter

Jul 27, 2016 by Jason Hall

Panera Bread Co. Bakes Up a Strong Quarter

The fast-casual restaurant chain reported strong adjusted revenue and earnings, as well as same-restaurant sales growth that has eluded many of its competitors.

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. Serves Up Big Profit Growth: Here's What Investors Should Know

Jul 27, 2016 by Jason Hall

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. Serves Up Big Profit Growth: Here's What Investors Should Know

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. delivered more of what's been driving its business over the past year: improved operating efficiencies, steady store expansion, and aggressive share buybacks. These have driven up per-share profits, even as the casual restaurant industry faces numerous headwinds to growth.

PACCAR Inc. Reports a "Good" Quarter: Here's What That Means

Jul 27, 2016 by Jason Hall

PACCAR Inc. Reports a "Good" Quarter: Here's What That Means

Revenue and adjusted profits were down, though business remains quite solid in a relatively good year for heavy truck sales, and the company reached a settlement with the European Commission.

Under Armour Inc. Profits Slip but the Big Picture Is Still About Growth

Jul 27, 2016 by Jason Hall

Under Armour Inc. Profits Slip but the Big Picture Is Still About Growth

Under Armour Inc. reported its 26th quarter of more than 20% revenue growth, but a profit decline had the market selling off. Here's a closer look at what caused Under Armour's profits to fall and what should lift revenue and earnings much higher in years to come.

Air Methods Corp Stock Down 11% Today: Here's Why

Jul 26, 2016 by Jason Hall

Air Methods Corp Stock Down 11% Today: Here's Why

Air Methods Corp announced on July 26 that its preliminary second-quarter earnings would fall short of Wall Street analysts' expectations. But based on what the company said, it's a case of management sacrificing some short-term business in order to make the right long-term decisions.

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Jul 24, 2016 by Jason Hall

Is This The News Oil Investors Have Been Waiting For?

The U.S. Energy Information Administration says that American oil companies are getting closer to balancing capital investment and operating cash flows. This is great news for energy investors, but it doesn't mean every oil company is worth investing in.

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Jul 24, 2016 by Jason Hall

Should You Keep Your Home When You Retire?

Homeownership is a strong indicator of wealth for retirees, but a house can be a financial buffer or a burden.

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. Just Issued 20 Million Shares: Here's Why Investors Should Be Glad

Jul 23, 2016 by Jason Hall

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. Just Issued 20 Million Shares: Here's Why Investors Should Be Glad

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has used a combination of stock and cash to pay down a lot of debt so far in 2016. Even after serious dilution, shareholders are better off now. Here's why.

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