Jul 25, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonRails Derail Arch CoalRail problems in the Western U.S. take a big bite out of Arch Coal's earnings, but there's still much to like about this company.
Jul 25, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonTeva Tries to Buy Back the Top Spot$7.4 billion later, Teva is poised to become the largest generics company in the world once again.
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonNucor, Old StoryNucor's diversity and profitability continue to pay off, but it's still a steel company.
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonF5 Reaps the WhirlwindIncluding stock option expense into forward guidance wallops the stock.
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonSet-Tops Set Up Scientific AtlantaScientific Atlanta posts a strong quarter with higher sales and better margins.
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonCummins' Diesel DoozyA strong vehicle replenishment cycle is providing a turbo boost to Cummins.
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonSchlumberger Is No SchlubLimited capacity and renewed demand for energy services is producing a strong tailwind for Schlumberger.
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonOld Dominion, Fresh ProfitsThe performance of this trucker continues to prove that management and a solid operating plan matter.
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonOccidental Not AccidentalDespite a one-quarter disappointment, Occidental has solid exploration efforts and competitive finding costs.
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonA Hale HalliburtonWith the oil-field business booming and the KBR division profitable again, Halliburton looks healthy.
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonDoes Illinois Tool Work?Could a revived commercial construction market retool growth?
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonLabor PainsLabor Ready hit its targets for the second quarter, but an analyst downgrade triggered a major sell-off.
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonBig Miss Afflicts AffymetrixGee-whiz technology doesn't always mean gee-whiz growth.
Jul 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonBio-Tech's Robot-Coaster RideIntuitive Surgical is a high-growth, high-opportunity stock with a history of earnings-related volatility.
Jul 21, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonTiger Lilly or Wilting Daisy?To this Fool, Lilly looks like a lukewarm pick for the pharmaceutical sector.
Jul 21, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonIs Game Tech Worth a Bet?International Game Technology has an enviable franchise, but can it continue to post jackpot growth?
Jul 21, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonOh, Danny Boy ...Danaher has a bewildering array of businesses, but they've delivered growth so far.
Jul 21, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonUnion Pacific Along for the RideA very strong market for rail transport has improved the fortunes of even this low-quality player.
Jul 21, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonApria's Last Gasps?Apria looks to rebuild its growth, but may instead decide to sell out.
