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Mark Lin
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Mark is a private value investor and is the author of CheapskateInvesting.com website which uses a systematic quantitative screening approach to filter the global stock markets for cheap cigar-butts and wide-moat compounders.
Recent Articles by Mark Lin
Jun 12, 2014
by Mark Lin
How This Movie Theater Group Overcame Local Industry Blues
If you own a chain of movie theaters, declining admissions and rising rental costs will be top of your concerns. Reading International has mitigated these risks with its overseas exposure and unique real estate strategy.
Jun 12, 2014
by Mark Lin
Why These 2 Flooring Companies Will Survive the Waning Popularity of Carpet
As the residential and commercial markets show signs of recovery, carpet companies aren't necessarily the best proxies for them. As customers increasingly seek alternative flooring options, these two flooring companies have become interesting investment candidates.
Jun 11, 2014
by Mark Lin
Why This Casual-Dining Company Could Become the Next Restaurant Giant
Most casual-dining restaurants aren't doing well because they are losing customers and can't find the right locations to house their operations. Kona Grill has done well on these two counts, which makes it a candidate for next big thing in the industry.
Jun 11, 2014
by Mark Lin
2 Companies That Benefit From the Alternative Investments of the Wealthy
Contrary to popular belief, companies that serve the ultra-affluent are less likely to be impacted by any economic downturn, despite their perceived cyclicality. The truly rich will continue to invest in rare coins and fine art, even in bad times. This makes companies such as Collectors Universe and Sotheby’s very attractive as recession-proof investments.
May 29, 2014
by Mark Lin
Can This Shoe Company Hit the Billion Dollar Revenue Mark?
Shoe Carnival is close to reaching its target of one billion dollars in sales, having achieved $885 million in revenues last year. But there's further growth potential beyond that, as Shoe Carnival sees itself doubling its current store count in the future.
May 28, 2014
by Mark Lin
Why Asset-Light Sequential Brands Group, Inc. is an Attractive Investment
Most consumers make their purchasing decisions largely on the power of brands. Sequential Brands understands this dynamic well and has divested its retail stores to focus on building brands -- which are what consumers really care about.
May 27, 2014
by Mark Lin
Is This Company a Turnaround Play in the Making?
Turnarounds are often the most difficult category of investments to predict, but they also provide the most profitable investment opportunities. Build-A-Bear Workshop has a higher chance of turnaround success than other companies because of its brand equity and its well-thought-out turnaround plans.
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