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Andrés Cardenal
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Andres Cardenal, CFA is a tenacious researcher of the best investment opportunities around the world. Andres is an economist and CFA Charterholder living in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Naturally flavored. Follow me on Twitter for more investment ideas:
Recent Articles by Andrés Cardenal

Aug 20, 2014
by Andrés Cardenal
PetSmart Unleashes Mixed Results, Considers Alternatives That Could Include Sale
PetSmart is generating lackluster sales growth, and this is a major drawback for investors. On the other hand, management is implementing a wide variety of initiatives to enhance performance, and is even exploring the possibility of selling the business. Is it the right time to buy this underdog?

Aug 18, 2014
by Andrés Cardenal
5 Things YPF's Management Wants You to Know
Government ownership and economic uncertainty in Argentina are considerable reasons for uncertainty regarding YPF. On the other hand, the company is delivering solid financial performance, and opportunities for growth in areas such as shale production are remarkably exciting. Let´s go through YPF’s latest conference call and listen to what management has to say to investors.

Aug 15, 2014
by Andrés Cardenal
Can Urban Outfitters Get Back in Fashion?
Fashion can be a challenging and competitive business, but it can also be very profitable for companies positioned on the right side of trends. What are the main factors to watch in Urban Outfitters' upcoming earnings to determine if it's out of fashion or dressed for success?

Aug 11, 2014
by Andrés Cardenal
5 Things Priceline's Management Wants You to Know
Priceline has recently delivered a strong financial performance, and the company looks positioned for growth in the years ahead. Let’s look at Priceline’s latest earnings conference call and a few important takeaways for investors.

Aug 7, 2014
by Andrés Cardenal
Is Groupon Inc a Bargain Deal or Damaged Merchandise After Stock's Plunge?
Groupon looks like a tempting deal after the recent sell-off; however, the company has not proven its ability to successfully grow and compete against stronger industry players such as Amazon, eBay, and RetailMeNot.

Jul 24, 2014
by Andrés Cardenal
Groupon Offers Big Upside Potential
Groupon is going through a transformation. Investors seem concerned about this, and the stock is materially undervalued in comparison to peers such as Amazon, eBay, and RetailMeNot. If the company can sustain sales growth while increasing profit margins, however, Groupon offers substantial upside potential from current levels.

Jul 24, 2014
by Andrés Cardenal
PepsiCo Beats Earnings: What You Need to Know
How are snacks sales performing across the globe? What do PepsiCo and Coca-Cola have to say about the health of the soft drinks industry in North America? Let`s take a look at PepsiCo’s latest earnings report and the key takeaways for investors.

Jul 22, 2014
by Andrés Cardenal
Should You Buy the Dip in MercadoLibre?
MercadoLibre is down by 15% in the last six months due to fears over economic uncertainty in Latin America and the competitive threat from Amazon and eBay. However, the company is still firing on all cylinders, and it has enough competitive strength to defend its business against the competition. Should you buy the dip in MercadoLibre?

Jul 21, 2014
by Andrés Cardenal
VF Corporation Beats Earnings: Should You Buy?
VF Corporation delivered solid financial performance for the second quarter, the company is positioned for sustained growth, and it’s also attractively valued in comparison to peers Nike and Lululemon. Should you buy VF Corporation?

Jul 21, 2014
by Andrés Cardenal
Philip Morris Beats Earnings: Should You Buy?
Philip Morris delivered solid financial performance for the second quarter, and the company pays big capital distributions. However, the tobacco industry is exposed to considerable risks in the long term. Should you buy Philip Morris?
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