Jan 31, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonUmpqua: A Different Kind of BankCustomer service really can drive profitable growth.
Jan 31, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonGuidance Puts ICU Medical in the Trauma WardThis oft-volatile stock had a strong fourth quarter, but weak guidance.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonSpeed the PloughSchering-Plough is still in a precarious position, but it's likely to have above-average growth.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonRespironics in Thin AirRespironics has a great business in the sleep apnea duopoly, but it's still expensive.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonHealing Growth for Kinetic ConceptsReimbursement and competition are becoming bigger threats, but KCI is still a leader in a large market.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonPackaging Corp.: Handle With CareThe midpoint of the paper cycle can be a dangerous place for inexperienced investors.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonSerene SirenzaAs the world becomes more wireless, Sirenza should have a chance to grow.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonAmerada Hess Looks AheadAfter being hemmed in by hedges, Amerada Hess looks for impressive growth in 2006.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonOf Grainger and ValueGrainger isn't one Fool's favorite industrial distributor, but the value is enticing.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonA Stock for Fund FansCan investors make money buying stock in a company that buys stocks for investors?
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonIs Rockwell an Automatic Buy?Industrial cap-ex spending is improving, but Rockwell may not be the best positioned.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonCNH: Value or Value Trap?The shares look cheap -- just don't forget why.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonMaxim May Not Be the Best ChoiceToday's price doesn't leave much room for this company to falter.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonCan Cummins Break the Cycle?Management believes the company is less cyclical, but investors should be cautious.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonWill Corn Products Ever Make Sweet Music?The fundamentals for corn sweeteners look promising, but that low ROIC is a worry.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonBig Oil Gets a Little BiggerGood margins and cash flow make this an energy stock worthy of consideration.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonSYSCO: I Still Don't Get ItThis fine company isn't a fine investment at today's price.
Jan 30, 2006 by Stephen D. SimpsonSealed Air DeflatedEasing plastics prices would be a boon to Sealed Air.
