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Daniel Jones

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Dan is a Select Freelance writer for The Motley Fool. He focuses primarily on the Consumer Goods sector but also likes to dive in on interesting topics involving energy, industrials, and macroeconomics!

Recent Articles by Daniel Jones

Jan 28, 2014 by Daniel Jones

United Parcel Service's Lackluster Earnings Are Great News!

Because of and not in spite of poor earnings estimates, United Parcel Service might have excellent long-term prospects!

Jan 27, 2014 by Daniel Jones

After Hanson's Resignation, Is American Eagle a Strong Buy?

"Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful." That is the mantra that Warren Buffett is best known by and the very same concept that helped propel him to riches. In the case of American Eagle, investors are more scared than ever now that the company's CEO has retired. But is this an opportune moment to buy in?

Jan 27, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Has Best Buy's Turnaround Been Overhyped?

A look at Best Buy's prospects after reporting disappointing holiday sales. Right now, investors are in the right to question whether the company is in a turnaround phase or not.

Jan 27, 2014 by Daniel Jones

After Jumping 12%, Is Electronic Arts Overvalued?

Based on an analysis of Electronic Arts, CRT's assessment that Titanfall will create tremendous value for the company doesn't hold up. The company's fundamentals look relatively poor and doesn't look like it will get much better from the highly anticipated release.

Jan 27, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Groupon's Acquisition of Ideeli Positions It to Take Over Another Industry

After acquiring Ideeli, Groupon has set the stage to take over another industry. However, will the company be able to replicate the success it saw with moving into online travel and consumer goods, or is it getting ahead of itself this time?

Jan 27, 2014 by Daniel Jones

After Announcing Store Closings, Is J.C. Penney Ready to Shine?

J.C. Penney's store closings might be the beginning of a true turnaround, but it could just as likely be the beginning of the end. The company is struggling to survive and will see some cost savings, but will it be enough to help woo back shareholders and improve J.C. Penney's bottom line?

Jan 21, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Did the Market Overhype Abercrombie & Fitch?

A look at Abercrombie & Fitch and how it looks after its preliminary sales release and how it stacks up against rivals like American Eagle Outfitters and Aeropostale.

Jan 21, 2014 by Daniel Jones

After Hitting a New 52-Week Low, Is Big Lots Ready to Soar?

After being sold off so much, has Big Lots become oversold? Is the company ready for a rebound? To find out, let's see how Big Lots compares to competitors like Dollar General and Family Dollar.

Jan 21, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Is Jos. A Bank's Rejection of the Buyout Offer from Men's Wearhouse a Godsend?

A look at how Men's Wearhouse might be saved in the long-run because of Jos. A Bank rejecting its buyout offer.

Jan 21, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Could Yum!'s Future Be in Question?

A look at Yum! Brands after its December and fourth-quarter results as well as how the company stacks up to McDonald's and Chipotle.

Jan 21, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Last Week's Retail Losers Might Be This Year's Winners!

A look at why Best Buy, J.C. Penney, Aeropostale, and Big Lots fell last week and how their faltering may be an opportunity for your portfolio to shine.

Jan 19, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Macy's Blows the Competition Out of the Water

A look at Macy's after its November/December sales report, as well as how the company stacks up against rivals like J.C. Penney and Kohl's.

Jan 19, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Apollo Education Group: A Case of Investor Overreaction

A look at Apollo's earnings, how the company stacks up against peers ITT and Career Education, and how investors overreacted to mediocre news.

Jan 18, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Is Target's Credit Card Breach the Precursor of Its Downfall?

Could Target's massive debt, combined with potentially lower sales following its credit card breach, bring about the retailing giant's demise?

Jan 18, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Forget Gangnam Style! Wendy's Is Taking It Dutch Style!

A look at Wendy's and how the company will copy what DineEquity has been doing, as well as how the company's Dutch Auction will impact shareholders.

Jan 17, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Is Macy's About to Go the Home Depot Way?

A look at Macy's and how it compares to J.C. Penney, Kohl's, and Dillard's, as well as how its ambitious cost-savings plan might set it up to experience the same pains that Home Depot did not so long ago.

Jan 16, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Should Dunkin' Part Ways With Baskin-Robbins?

A look at how Dunkin' could better position itself against Starbucks by getting rid of Baskin-Robbins.

Jan 16, 2014 by Daniel Jones

What's all the Hubbub About Wendy's?

A look at Wendy's explosive news and mediocre results, and an assessment of how the company stacks up against Chipotle and Panera.

Jan 15, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Is The Party Just Getting Started for Sears?

A look at Sears's terrible results and how the company stacks up to rival J.C. Penney.

Jan 14, 2014 by Daniel Jones

Is The Container Store A Buy After Getting Slammed Last Week?

A look at The Container Store's poor earnings report and how it stacks up to other specialty retailers like Lumber Liquidators and Tile Shop Holdings

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