May 25, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonKerr-McGee Explores for ValueThis oil company continues to search for ways to return value to shareholders.
May 25, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonStent Wars 2: The Market-Share MenaceWhy Boston Scientific lowered its stent expectations for the year.
May 25, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonIs PetroKazakhstan Cheap Enough?At what point does valuation overcompensate for production, reserve, and legal worries?
May 24, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonA Sweet Deal for Imperial?An unsolicited takeover offer compels management to produce value for the sugar company's shareholders.
May 24, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonSunoco's Air of RefinementDespite higher gasoline prices, refining and marketing margins are beginning to move the other way.
May 24, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonInvestors Give Vodafone StaticAre investors overreacting to Vodafone's guidance?
May 24, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonWilliams-Sonoma Keeps MovingInstead of resting on its laurels, this higher-end retailer is continuing to build for future growth.
May 24, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonToro Wonders Whither the WeatherHurt by a warm, dry winter and then a cold, wet spring, Toro needs some normal weather to meet its goals.
May 24, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonHughes Supplies GrowthThis construction distributor isn't widely known or well-loved -- and that could spell opportunity.
May 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonMarsh & McLennan Still Stuck in MuckRecovery will be lengthy for this embattled and scandalized insurance broker.
May 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonMaytag Man Loses His JobA private investor has stepped in to buy out this troubled appliance maker and launch its own restructuring.
May 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonWhy Not Watch SBS Broadcasting?This European TV provider continues to make progress with its digital and pay TV initiatives.
May 18, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonNo Pain, No GainPainCare is more than just a shell company going on an acquisition binge; there's actual potential here.
May 18, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonShould You Bank on This REIT?Despite American Financial Realty Trust's great model, investors should watch its debt and valuations.
May 18, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonTotal ReturnFrance's Total SA continues to produce strong growth and margins, but production needs to pick up.
May 18, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonCool Kiwi Cash FlowTelecom New Zealand won't set records for its earnings growth rate, but this company puts investors first and has treated them well over the years.
May 17, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonZale's Spring Bling FlingResults improved for this large jeweler, but that doesn't make it a sparkling buy.
May 17, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonDeere DivergenceBusiness is strong, but the stock is not. Is Wall Street assuming the worst?
May 17, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonDick's Is a Good SportThis sporting-goods retailer has a high valuation, but growth is solid and the operating metrics are sound.
May 17, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonShake a Leg, Steak 'n Shake!The burger chain offers a solid concept, but where's the growth?
