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Jason Hall

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Jason Hall has been a contributing writer, researcher, podcast guest, and livestream host for The Motley Fool since 2012.

Recent Articles by Jason Hall

Aug 15, 2017 by Jason Hall, Chuck Saletta, and Reuben Gregg Brewer

3 Stocks With Tesla-Like Return Potential

Tesla has made some investors rich in the past decade. We think these three stocks have similar potential.

Aug 5, 2017 by Jason Hall

Here's How Under Armour Inc. Plans to Reignite Profitable Growth

After years of hard and fast growth, a changing retail landscape has forced Under Armour Inc management to reevaluate its strategy and make changes.

Aug 5, 2017 by Jason Hall, Neha Chamaria, and Reuben Gregg Brewer

3 Top Dividend Aristocrats To Own Forever

These stocks have given investors a yearly raise for at least 25 straight year. Our contributors think they're just getting started.

Aug 3, 2017 by Jason Hall, Neha Chamaria, and Reuben Gregg Brewer

3 Stocks for Warren Buffett Devotees

Here are three stocks that fit the Warren Buffett mold quite well. He's actually bought two of them already.

Aug 2, 2017 by Jason Hall

Meritage Homes Corp Sees Profits Rise on a Strategic Pivot

The top-10 homebuilder is seeing success in expanding its entry-level homes business, driving higher profitability. But sales of fewer homes kept revenues essentially flat year over year.

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Aug 2, 2017 by Jason Hall

Trex Company Inc Delivers More Double-Digit Profit Growth and a Surprise Acquisition

The wood-alternative decking manufacturer grew sales by 8%, earnings by 22%, and bolted a small commercial railing manufacturer onto the business.

Aug 2, 2017 by Jason Hall, Neha Chamaria, and Reuben Gregg Brewer

3 Value Stocks for Daring Investors

It can be scary betting against the market. And while others see risk and bad prospects for these three companies, our contributing investors' analysis says there's value here, even if there are some risks.

Aug 1, 2017 by Jason Hall

Under Armour Inc. Stock Down 10% After Earnings: Here's Why

The apparel and footwear maker delivered underwhelming results, cut back on its full-year guidance, and announced a major restructuring plan.

Aug 1, 2017 by Jason Hall

Lumber Liquidators Earnings: The 3 Most Important Things to Know

The flooring retailer delivered a profit that surprised the market and sent short-sellers running for the hills. Here's a look at what investors need to know.

Aug 1, 2017 by Jason Hall

BofI Holding, Inc. Continues to Bank Big Returns, Investing in Keeping the Growth Going

The internet bank delivered big book value and earnings growth as its loan portfolio grew 16%, while non-performing loans fell. And while several key operating and efficiency metrics declined, it was because management is spending more to prepare BofI for more growth to come.

Jul 31, 2017 by Jason Hall

This Is Why the Market Ignored Starbucks Corporation's Billion-Dollar China Decision

Starbucks's big move to acquire full ownership of its mainland China stores is a big step towards offsetting the potential impact of the disruption of American retail. But the real pressures of a changing retail landscape affected the company's profits and led to lowered guidance.

Jul 28, 2017 by Jason Hall

4 Jaw-Dropping Stats About Retirement

Retirement savings. Social Security retirement benefits. Medicare. Life expectancy. Prepare to be stunned by these numbers.

Jul 28, 2017 by Jason Hall

Chart Industries, Inc. Breaks the Freeze, Returns to Profits

After losing money last quarter, the cryogenic gas-processing equipment maker reported improvements across the board as restructuring efforts and improved demand pay off.

Jul 28, 2017 by Jason Hall

Starbucks Corp. Stock Is Down 9% After Earnings: Here's the Big Reason Why

Quarterly earnings met analysts' expectations, but it was the coffee giant's guidance that held investors' attention.

Jul 28, 2017 by Jason Hall

The 4 Biggest Things From Chipotle Mexican Grill's Earnings (and 1 Thing From After That Might Be More Important)

Chipotle continued gaining back customers it lost to 2015's E. coli and norovirus scares. But a recent norovirus incident and video of rodents in another restaurant could reverse the gains yet again.

Jul 26, 2017 by Jason Hall

The Market Is Hyper-Focused on This 1 Thing From Starbucks Corporation, but Here's What Else You Should Follow

Investors and analysts have focused heavily on comps in recent quarters. It's important, but there's more that investors need to keep an eye on.

Jul 25, 2017 by Jason Hall

AK Steel Holding Corporation Stock Up 12% After Earnings: Here's the Most Important Thing to Know

AK Steel has made progress on lowering expenses and focusing on more profitable products. But imports and cyclical swings could potentially be red flags for investors.

Jul 25, 2017 by Jason Hall

Nucor Corporation Delivers Best First-Half Profits Since Great Recession: Here's How

The steelmaking giant has spent billions since the financial crisis to expand its business and improve its operations.

Jul 24, 2017 by Jason Hall

The Market Saw Weakness in Tile Shop's Earnings But May Have Missed Something Important

Tile Shop Holdings shares were crushed following earnings, and one executive called the quarter "disappointing," but a deeper dive indicates it probably wasn't that bad.

Jul 18, 2017 by Jason Hall

Tile Shop Holdings, Inc. Stock Plummets 27% After Earnings: Here's What's Happening

The specialty tile retailer came in far short of what Wall Street analysts were looking for in revenue and slightly missed profits.

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