Nov 12, 2019 by Jon QuastWhy Sierra Wireless May Be a Value TrapThough the stock trades below book value, I doubt even Warren Buffett would touch it.
Nov 11, 2019 by Jon QuastWhy Restaurant Sell-Through Is Key to Understanding Beyond Meat's RevenueBeyond Meat's revenue has increased steadily as it fills out its growing distribution channel. But products need to sell through to the end customer for the company to maintain its new revenue streams.
Nov 10, 2019 by Jon QuastFor Restaurants, Delivery Is a Catch-22Delivery options boost restaurant sales but challenge profit margins, leaving restaurants needing to come up with creative solutions.
Nov 8, 2019 by Jon QuastHow Starbucks Is Using Artificial IntelligenceUsing Deep Brew, the coffee chain is aiming for an improved experience for both customers and employees.
Nov 5, 2019 by Jon QuastIs Artificial Intelligence Reading Your License Plate?Axon Enterprise will try to balance helping police and safeguarding privacy when it rolls out its latest plate recognition software.
Oct 25, 2019 by Jon QuastCan Middleby Acquire the Growth it Needs?With slumping margins and weak organic sales growth, beating the market will be a challenge.
Oct 25, 2019 by Jon QuastCould a Housing Crash Crush Zillow?Zillow's new house buying venture exposes it to risk if housing prices take a nosedive.
Oct 24, 2019 by Jon QuastCan Zoom Make You...Happy?Zoom's CEO is laser focused on making sure both his employees and customers are happy. And there's reason to believe this can lead to a winning investment, making you happy too.
Oct 23, 2019 by Jon QuastCracker Barrel Targets Younger Generations With New Restaurant ChainsCracker Barrel is taking its brand to new consumers and restaurant segments by making a pair of acquisitions this year. But while these acquisitions grab headlines, they won't boost the company's earnings anytime soon.
Oct 21, 2019 by Jon QuastWhy Dick's Is Opening New Physical Locations in the Online AgeInvestors tend to give e-commerce the pedestal in retail. But Dick's physical and online presences are more intertwined than people realize.
Oct 17, 2019 by Jon QuastIs Designer Brands' Dividend Safe?Dividend safety can't be measured by simply looking at a ratio or a metric. Investors need to take into account a company's future prospects.
Oct 14, 2019 by Jon QuastBox Needs to Win Investors BackBox is competing in its space and growing revenue, but shattered investor expectations leave the company with a crucial credibility issue.
Oct 7, 2019 by Jon QuastShould Investors Care About the Not-So Quintessential iRobot Terra?While iRobot's upcoming Terra release is exciting, it's actually the Roomba that is more important for investors to focus on.
Sep 26, 2019 by Jon QuastMcDonald's Is Lovin' TechnologyMcDonald's is investing in technology to stay ahead of the competition and increase sales -- despite the overall restaurant traffic slowdown.
Jul 15, 2014 by Jon QuastHow Can Darden Blow a $2 Billion Opportunity?It may be closer to happening than anyone realizes.
Jul 14, 2014 by Jon QuastWhy Best-Selling Apps Are Investing in TV AdvertisingIf you thought the app market had completely matured, you'll want to read about its latest evolution.
Jul 13, 2014 by Jon QuastThe Olive Garden Makeover Will FailOlive Garden's makeover looks nice, but it isn't going to solve Darden's problems.
Jul 13, 2014 by Jon QuastWhat You Need to Know Before This Crazy Chicken IPOEl Pollo Loco has an IPO coming up, but should you be excited?
Jul 6, 2014 by Jon QuastThe Top 10 Burger Joints Have One Common Trait (And it's Changing the Restaurant Industry)We can learn something very important about consumer trends from America's top 10 burger joints.
Jun 24, 2014 by Jon QuastWhy Popeyes Bought PopeyesPopeyes plopped down $43 million for more reasons than meet the eye.