Robert Hanley

Retail jewelry powerhouse Signet Jewelers eliminated a major competitor with the its February announcement of its acquisition of Zale, owner of the Zale's and Peoples jewelry chains. After a big post-announcement gain, is it still a good bet for investors?

Men's Wearhouse won the takeover battle with archrival Jos. A Bank Clothiers, but now it must extract a better growth profile from the combination. Is it a good bet for investors?

Sears has been making itself over into a member-focused retailer with a host of product launches that include in-vehicle pickup. Is it time to bet on this iconic retailer?

Chic women's retailer Bebe Stores' long moribund stock price perked up in early February after a media report indicated that the company might be looking for suitors. Should investors climb on board?

Comcast trumped John Malone-backed Charter Communications by making an unmatchable offer for Time Warner Cable, which was subsequently accepted. Can a bigger Comcast provide more gains for investors?

A profit shortfall in appliance retailer Conn's latest financial update led to a mass investor rush for the exits and a sharply lower stock price. Is it a good bet at the current price level?

Global beer behemoth Anheuser-Busch InBev looks poised to increasingly flex its muscle in the craft-beer space, recently agreeing to acquire a tiny New York-based craft brewer. Do its ambitions spell doom for craft-beer kingpin Boston Beer?

Panera Bread is trying to reignite sales momentum with changes in its stores, including a menu upgrade that includes high-protein sprouted grains. Is it a good time to bet on the soup-and-salad category king?

The tenant mix at the regional malls continues to change as big-box retailers like J.C. Penney and Sears Holdings increasingly look to shrink their national store bases. Can investors find investment opportunities among the new tenants?

Billionaire Lui Che-Woo, scion of China's Galaxy casino empire, is reported to be looking to expand the company's footprint beyond Macau. Which U.S. companies might attract his interest?

Keurig Green Mountain shareholders were smiling in early February after a product partnership and associated investment by beverage giant Coca-Cola led to a spike in shares. Should new investors climb aboard?

With March Madness rolling in, restaurant chain Buffalo Wild Wings looks poised for higher sales as an official sponsor of the tournament. Is the company a good bet for investors?

Rising competition for cruise-goers has the cruise line industry coming out with some sweet deals, including a recent offer from Royal Caribbean Cruises that equates to $32/night. Can the low prices lead to upside for Royal Caribbean?

Drugstore titan CVS Caremark had people talking in early February after deciding to eliminate tobacco sales in the near future, though the news had limited impact on its stock price. Is the company still a good bet for investors?

Beam shareholders received a nice Christmas gift in January, courtesy of a buyout bid by Japanese beverage giant Suntory Holdings. However, with global liquor demand rising, are investors selling too soon?

Investors sold off shares of Arctic Cat in January, after the company lowered its financial forecasts, despite favorable winter weather that has juiced snowmobile sales. Is it a good time to buy?

Monster is in the fight of its life, as government investigations threaten to water down the company's caffeine-charged products and the value of its energy drink franchise. Should investors be betting on this horse?

Organic food specialist Boulder Brands made a land grab in the freezer section in December, agreeing to buy Evol Foods, an organic manufacturer of frozen meals. With a more diversified product portfolio, is it a good bet for investors?

Target's data breach caused significant damage, including tarnishing the company's image as a strong operator, as evidenced by its sharply reduced market capitalization since the event occurred. Is it a good bet at its reduced price?

Coach has been down on its luck lately, with declining overall sales and a stock price sitting near a 52-week low. Is it time for investors to jump in?