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Jordan Wathen

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I think stock investors can benefit by analyzing a company with a credit investors' mentality -- rule out the downside and the upside takes care of itself. Send me an email by clicking here , or tweet me .

Recent Articles by Jordan Wathen

Sep 27, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

My Stock Got Bought Out: What Should I Do Now?

Whatever you call them -- takeovers, buyouts, acquisitions, or mergers -- these can be a boon for shareholders. Should you sell your shares and walk away, or hold on for a potentially bigger payday? Here's how to decide.

Jan 21, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

American Express Earnings: Better Than the Headlines Suggest

Here's why American Express's earnings were better than investors gave it credit for.

Jan 21, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Cheap Stocks with Massive Insider Ownership

Here are two stocks with massive insider ownership that trade at below-market earnings multiples.

Oct 2, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

5 Ways to Improve Return on Equity

Here's how return on equity works, and five ways a company can increase its return on equity.

Jan 21, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Accounting Basics: ROIC

Here's why return on invested capital is one of the best financial ratios for long-term investors.

Jan 18, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Why These High-Yield Stocks Are Always Worse Off Than They Appear

Here's why BDC accounting leads to a better picture than reality ultimately reveals.

Jan 15, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Senior Loan Funds 101

Here's the simple story behind senior loan funds, which are becoming the "thing to do" among high-yield BDCs.

Jan 11, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

3 Signs Your Mutual Fund Is Hosing You

Your broker may be the only one getting rich off your savings. Here are 3 signs you're getting hosed by your mutual fund.

Jan 11, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

The 5-Minute Budget That Will Make You a Millionaire

In just 5 minutes you can make a budget that will make you a millionaire.

Sep 7, 2017 by Jordan Wathen

Why Your Mortgage Interest Tax Deduction Doesn't Really Help Much

Unless you own a million-dollar home, the mortgage interest tax deduction won't save you much on your taxes.

Jan 10, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

My Wish for BDCs in 2015: Better Disclosures

These stocks attract investors with big dividend yields, but better disclosures might be more effective than juicy payouts.

Jan 9, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

What Lies Ahead for Prospect Capital Corp. in 2015

Is 2015 the year Prospect Capital shares make their comeback?

Jan 8, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Why Insider Ownership Trumps Insider Buying

Here's why insider ownership is a better signal for long-term investors than insider buying patterns.

Jan 7, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

5 Reasons Main Street Capital Corp. Should Have a Great 2015

Main Street Capital's outperformance should continue into 2015.

Jan 5, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

Does Size Matter for BDCs?

Do larger business development companies have an advantage on smaller BDCs? Let's look at how scale can impact an important line-item -- expenses.

Jan 1, 2015 by Jordan Wathen

1 Hour to Better Money Habits in 2015

Here's how to start off 2015 on the right financial footing in just one hour.

Dec 22, 2014 by Jordan Wathen

Prospect Capital Corp.: An Obvious Roadmap

It's time for Prospect Capital shareholders to demand a stock repurchase.

Dec 18, 2014 by Jordan Wathen

Who's Really Getting Rich in High-Yield Stocks?

A comparison between balance sheet growth and dividend growth for some of the highest-yielding stocks on Wall Street.

Dec 16, 2014 by Jordan Wathen

The Outrageous Fees of BDCs Need to Change

Let's compare the fees on high-yield stocks to incentive pay at other financial companies.

Dec 10, 2014 by Jordan Wathen

Prospect Capital Corp. Slashes Its Dividend: Some Thoughts

Here are some thoughts on the details, timing, and recent events that have surrounded Prospect Capital's massive dividend cut.

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