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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

Apr 7, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

CarMax After Earnings: Buy, Hold, or Sell?

Why the dip in CarMax could be a buying opportunity for investors.

Apr 6, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Wal-Mart, McDonald's, Costco, and Chipotle: The Myopia of Low Wages

Is minimizing salaries the best way to maximize returns for investors?

Apr 5, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Disney Offers More Room for Gains

Considering its exceptional quality, strong financial performance, and reasonable valuation, Disney looks positioned to continue to deliver big gains for investors in the coming years.

Apr 4, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Why Starbucks Could Beat Yum! Brands and McDonald's in the War for Breakfast

While McDonald's, Yum! Brands, and Burger King are intensifying their competition in breakfast, Starbucks is in a position of strength due to its differentiated brand and superior pricing power.

Apr 4, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Dividends and Brands Are a Powerful Combination

Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Colgate-Palmolive, Nike, and Apple offer growing dividends supported by powerful brands, and this can be a powerful combination for shareholders.

Apr 3, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Amazon Launches Fire TV: Does Netflix Need to Worry?

The new Fire TV from Amazon looks like a competitive product in the set-top box market' however, that does not make it much of a threat for Netflix.

Apr 2, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

This Company Is Running Ahead of the Pack

The Finish Line is clearly moving in the right direction. Will the company continue to outperform competitors Foot Locker, Dick's Sporting Goods, Cabela's, and Hibbett Sports?

Apr 2, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Hunting for Bargains at Record Highs: Apple, Coca-Cola, and Gap

The market has recently achieved record highs, but companies such as Apple, Coca-Cola, and Gap still offer sound fundamentals and attractive valuations.

Mar 28, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

3 Reasons to Buy Costco

A high-quality business model, rock-solid customer loyalty, and the company´s ability to outperform competitors through good and bad times are three strong reasons to buy Costco.

Mar 27, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Lululemon Soars After Earnings: Time to Buy?

Lululemon surged higher on Thursday after reporting better-than-expected earnings: Is it the right time to buy the stock?

Mar 27, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Does J.C. Penney's CEO Deserve This Big Raise?

J.C. Penney CEO Myron Ullman is getting a big raise, but this does not mean the company is necessarily on a sustainable path to recovery.

Mar 27, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

3 Reasons to Buy Las Vegas Sands

A leadership position in Macau, abundant growth opportunities, and a fair valuation are three solid reasons to bet on Las Vegas Sands.

Mar 26, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Is It Too Late to Buy Starbucks?

Does Starbucks still offer room for growth or is the best part over for the company?

Mar 25, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Walgreen After Earnings: Buy, Hold or Sell?

Looking for a healthy business with consistently growing dividends? Walgreen may be just what the doctor ordered.

Mar 25, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

This Fast-Food Company Is Firing on All Cylinders: Should You Buy?

Sonic is clearly moving in the right direction, and the company has a lot of room for growth as it continues to gain market share versus bigger rivals such as McDonald's and Yum! Brands.

Mar 24, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Should You Invest in Tobacco Companies?

Tobacco companies pay big dividend yields, but the long term future of the industry is remarkably uncertain.

Mar 24, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

SodaStream Offers Big Upside Potential

SodaStream is a risky proposition for investors, but upside potential is big enough to compensate for the uncertainty.

Mar 22, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

5 Bulletproof Dividend Stocks for Uncertain Times

Are you worried about the situation in Crimea and the possibility of a market pullback after five years in a steep bull run? These dividend powerhouses can protect your portfolio and provide growing capital distributions through good times and bad.

Mar 21, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Should You Buy Tiffany After Earnings?

Tiffany´s latest earnings report is reflecting considerable currency headwinds, but the company is still performing strongly on a global basis and positioned for substantial growth in the Asia-Pacific region during years to come.

Mar 21, 2014 by Andrés Cardenal

Nike Falls After Earnings: Should You Buy?

Thinking about buying the dip in Nike? Just do it.

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