Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonComerica: Keep Up or Cash OutIf management can't improve performance, a sale might be a rational exit.
Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonBankAtlantic Trying to Buy GrowthMarketing and service initiatives are pushing up costs in a bid to gain deposits.
Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonGrowth Ingrates Dump Intuitive SurgicalDespite today's sell-off, Intuitive Surgical remains a red-hot grower in the med-tech space.
Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonZimmer Provides Quarterly Information, and MoreIn addition to its quarterly review, Zimmer gave some insight into the government probe.
Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonVCA Antech: A Hospital Making Money?Improvements in margins might be a good sign for the animal care company.
Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonWeatherford and the Lure of the EastDemand for energy services is hot everywhere, but the East is a real opportunity.
Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonKellogg and the Myth of Safe StocksDon't overestimate the stability of food stocks.
Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonOld Dominion Hauls CashDo strong earnings reports ever get old? (Hint: No.)
Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonEndurance Gets ResetPoor earnings caused by adverse loss developments pelt the stock.
Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonDoes ExxonMobil Mark the Spot?Big Oil doesn't get any bigger than this.
Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonAstraZeneca Needs a RestThe stock isn't too expensive, but it's no longer a bargain.
Jul 27, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonSmith & Nephew: Better Is Good EnoughFor Smith & Nephew, better-than-expected is just fine.
Jul 26, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonASML and the Flaky Semiconductor WorldProduct cycles seem shorter and the industry more volatile.
Jul 26, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonNot Your Everyday Apparel CompanyVF Corp. stands out in an industry often known for poor margins and low returns on capital.
Jul 26, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonTaking Tempur-Pedic's TemperatureThis innovative bedding company continues to carve out its niche.
Jul 26, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonBlack & Decker Black & BlueWhether housing is to blame or not, growth is decidedly lacking.
Jul 26, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonSynovus: Worth the EffortEven without a spinoff, Synovus could be a financial company worth watching.
Jul 26, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonZions Still a LionRatios don't always explain everything; dig deeper and you'll find better stories.
Jul 26, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonNo Do-Over for DoverThis industrial conglomerate continues to post strong results.
Jul 26, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonNorfolk Southern's Crazy TrainThis is not what Norfolk Southern investors wanted to hear.
