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Jordan Wathen

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Recent Articles by Jordan Wathen

Apr 23, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

First American Financial Rides First-Quarter Refinances to an Earnings Beat

First American Financial beat the consensus estimate on first-quarter revenue and earnings, helped by yet another dose of robust refinance-related demand.

Apr 22, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Associated Estates Realty Corporation Jumps 16% on Buyout

Here's why Associated Estates Realty Corporation shares surged 16% at the market open.

Apr 21, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Interactive Brokers Trades Franc Weaknesses for Strong Underlying Trends

Interactive Brokers reported weaker-than-expected earnings because of foreign exchange-related losses in the first quarter of 2015. Beyond these one-time events, its brokerage business continues to gain strength.

Apr 21, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

What Are Eurobonds?

Eurobonds are a generic term used to describe bonds issued in a foreign currency. See why companies and governments alike issue Eurobonds.

Apr 21, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

What Are Covered Bonds?

Covered bonds are a unique type of financing that fits somewhere between securtizations and corporate bonds. See how banks use covered bonds to finance their balance sheets.

Apr 16, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

3 Things to Watch in Prospect Capital Corporation’s Third-Quarter Report

Here are 3 things to watch when Prospect Capital Corporation posts its fiscal third-quarter earnings for the period-ended March 31, 2015.

Apr 15, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

This 10% Dividend Yield Appears to Be a Trap

This high-yield dividend stock was a rock-solid bet until its business model fell off a cliff.

Apr 14, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

What Is a Perpetual Bond?

Believe it or not, some companies and governments are able to borrow money forever at fixed interest rates. Here's a look into the niche world of perpetual bonds.

Oct 18, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

The Best Berkshire Hathaway-Like Companies

Here are two companies that have excellent capital allocators and investors calling the shots, just like Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway.

Apr 10, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Debenture Bonds: An Uncommon Name for a Common Bond

Here's what debenture bonds are, and how they differ from other bonds, loans, and other corporate debt.

Apr 8, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

The Best Business Development Companies to Invest In

Here are three business development companies that have inherent competitive advantages, from deal flow to cost control. These are the best BDCs to invest in.

Apr 3, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

The Best Stocks to Invest in Insurance

The best insurance stocks have one thing in common. Here are two insurance stocks that should make great investments for years to come.

Apr 1, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Prospect Capital Corp.'s "Spinoff" Really Isn't a Spinoff At All

Prospect Capital's "spinoffs" are taking the form of a rights offering. It's becoming increasingly apparent this is a raw deal for Prospect Capital shareholders.

Mar 30, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

A Billionaire's Warning on Index Funds

Index funds have been a boon for shareholders, but they are just as favorable for management teams. See how the rapid rise of index funds is affecting corporate governance.

Mar 27, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Taking Aim at Kraft: Does Private Equity Destroy Jobs?

3G Capital is known as a fierce cost-cutter, slashing jobs at many of the companies it takes private. But job losses in large private-equity deals taint our view of the industry's impact on corporate America as a whole.

Mar 26, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Allied Capital: 5 Years After its Downfall

Looking back at Allied Capital five years after its downfall and acquisition by Ares Capital Corp.

Mar 25, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Medallion Financial Corp.: A Highly Leveraged Bet Against Uber

Can a taxi lender survive in a world Uber and Lyft are taking over?

Oct 26, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

Read This Before You Buy Prospect Capital Corporation Stock

Prospect Capital Corporation's 12% dividend yield and steep discount to book value comes with some caveats.

Mar 19, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

How Warren Buffett Wins From Bank of America's Capital Plan

Warren Buffett's big 2011 bet on Bank of America is paying dividends, but not in the way you might think.

Mar 18, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Read This Before You Buy Annaly Capital Management Stock

It's imperative investors understand the risks inherent in the high-yield world of mortgage REITs.

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