Dec 8, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonAre You Getting Paid for Risk?Taking risks in investing is well and good, but make sure you're getting adequately compensated along the way.
Dec 7, 2005 by Stephen D. Simpson3M Picks Its New ManThe former head of Brunswick may not seem like a scintillating choice, but 3M made a solid selection.
Dec 7, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonIs There a Bull Case for Toro?How should investors reconcile a strong return on capital with flabby current growth?
Dec 7, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonWhy Pay for Pall?Filtration is still a good business, but this firm's modest performance doesn't impress.
Dec 6, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonDiving Into the Dow: The Final FiveTwo Fools debate the merits of some of America's biggest companies.
Dec 6, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonLayne Christensen's Hot SpotsThe company is well-positioned in three of the hottest markets going: water, minerals, and energy.
Dec 6, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonSanderson Farms' Ruffled FeathersHurricane damage hurts results, but the company is still a high-quality producer.
Dec 6, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonOne Not-So-Super MarketKroger is well-run and makes the best of it in an industry that doesn't seem particularly Foolish.
Dec 6, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonTysabri Tries AgainWill the FDA finally approve Elan's multiple sclerosis drug? Investors' fingers are crossed.
Dec 5, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonBoston Scientific's Bold MoveAcquiring Guidant would be risky, but it would give Boston Scientific exactly what it needs.
Dec 2, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonMovado AspiresCan shares of this watchmaker put investors in the lap of luxury?
Dec 2, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonQuite a Quarter for OmniVisionThough one Fool still questions the quality of the company, there's no denying recent gains.
Dec 2, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonThe Beauty of Low ExpectationsDel Monte Foods didn't have a great quarter, but expectations are low enough that "not terrible" was adequate.
Dec 2, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonFlorida Rocks OnStrong demand in Florida is supporting very firm pricing for this regional concrete, cement, and aggregates company.
Nov 30, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonSmithfield: A Meaty Investment?Exports and value-added production hold promise, but this is still a commodity-focused business.
Nov 30, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonTiffany's Pricey IceWill a recovering Japan and new store concepts justify the high price?
Nov 30, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonChico's Still Da ManGreat merchandise at a reasonable price. Hey, that just might work!
Nov 30, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonDonaldson: Paying for ReliabilityDonaldson is a steady eddie, but is there much value left here?
Nov 30, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonJacked Up About Jack in the Box?Though not necessarily compelling at face value, there may be more to this fast-food chain than meets the eye.
Nov 29, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonAnother Jolt for CalpineBooting two top executives may lead to more dramatic shake-ups at the energy company.
