Aug 23, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonChina Netcom: Old Dog, New Tricks?Traditional phone service is shrinking worldwide. Can broadband close the gap?
Aug 21, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonPilgrim's Pride Ruffles Some FeathersAfter a few refusals, Pilgrim's Pride takes its offer for Gold Kist to the public.
Aug 21, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonAdvance Auto Parts Standing StillAdvance will be fine long-term, but offers little excitement for now.
Aug 21, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonKensey Nash Losing the Benefit of the DoubtMed-tech investors won't wait indefinitely for growth.
Aug 21, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonHOTT Is Still NotResults at this teen retailer still look about as depressed as its target shoppers.
Aug 21, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonWet Seal Lumbers On to the Next StepSurvival is no longer the issue, but there are still improvements to be made.
Aug 21, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonClaire's Buried TreasuresThis teen-oriented jewelry retailer is still solid, but showing its age.
Aug 21, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonAeropostale Hopes to Be Too Cool for SchoolA new merchandising strategy holds promise so long as teens keep spending.
Aug 18, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonCan Smucker Create a More Positive Spread?Earning less than its cost of capital is not a recipe for long-term success.
Aug 17, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonOMV: The Largest Oil Company You've Never Heard OfObscure but profitable, OMV may hold appeal for more intrepid investors.
Aug 17, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonChina Mobile 1, Fear 0China Mobile has weathered concerns about slowing growth and high capital-expenditure needs.
Aug 17, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonC-COR Back in Black ... Kind OfThe earnings quality isn't optimal, but the company seems to be moving in the right direction again.
Aug 17, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonB&N Asks: Where Are You, Harry Potter?Barnes & Noble treads water in a tough environment.
Aug 16, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonBaby Steps at Pep BoysThings aren't fixed yet, but at least there don't appear to be any new breaks.
Aug 16, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonHuaneng Power: Brownouts AheadCapacity expansion appears to be catching up, and maybe surpassing, demand.
Aug 15, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonStaples: Retail Refuge?Among retailers, Staples may be a little more insulated to slower consumer spending.
Aug 15, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonBack to the Future at PetrobrasManagement has big plans for the future, but costs are a concern.
Aug 15, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonTwirling the BarrLook closely and you'll see that Barr posted a solid quarter.
Aug 15, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonE.ON the IconProfits continue to grow at this pan-European utility giant.
Aug 15, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonSecond Time the Charm?Perhaps this time will go better for Monsanto and Delta and Pine Land.
