Nov 29, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonForest Seeds Future GrowthA new deal with long-term benefits signals that Forest remains credible.
Nov 29, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonOrganic Growth at United Natural FoodsNot every number here is clean, but the story is still sweet.
Nov 29, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonWoodmark Scuffed AgainThis on-again, off-again story is in the "off" mode today.
Nov 28, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonMerck's Tighter Belt BetOperational improvements are an expected move for Merck, but won't really improve long-term prospects.
Nov 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonHormel Has Meat on Its BonesPrudent utilization of cash flow speaks well to this company's future.
Nov 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonIs It Safe for Patterson?A tougher market and high valuation don't make this an especially compelling investment idea.
Nov 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonPetco Leaves a PresentEarnings are problematic, but cash flow suggests a bargain may be wagging its tail here.
Nov 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonA Maybe for Mobile TeleSystemsGrowth opportunities remain, but the company faces increasing competition and capital spending demands.
Nov 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonAlbertsons Waiting to Ring the RegisterThere's little to recommend about this supermarket beyond the possibility of a buyout.
Nov 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonBrown Shoe Stepping LivelyQuarter-to-quarter performance can be a little jerky, but the company keeps improving.
Nov 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonCan Deere Still Mean Green?This cyclical company seems to be reaching a peak. Tread carefully, Fools.
Nov 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonDiving Into The Dow: The Fifth FiveTwo of our Fools banter about the relative merits of some of the biggest companies in America.
Nov 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonWill Dycom Phone In Some Growth?This company has top-notch telecom customers, but telecom infrastructure isn't where the big money is.
Nov 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonThe Donald Boosts Phillips-Van HeusenStrong sales of signature lines, including Donald Trump's, help keep this apparel company fashion-forward.
Nov 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonCyberonics' Ride Not Over YetOne way or another, this stock is almost certain to produce more volatility in the years to come.
Nov 21, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonIs Perry Ellis Spiffy Enough?Despite strong sales growth, the company offers a cautious outlook.
Nov 18, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonStrong Performance Lifts JLGThe cycle is in full swing for this construction equipment company.
Nov 18, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonHughes Supplies Respectable ResultsA buyout may be in the works for Hughes Supply, but the business isn't so bad as is.
Nov 18, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonSteak n Shake's Shaky StockThis Fool loves the food. He's not so sure about the stock.
Nov 18, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonInternational Superstar Stocks: TelecomsUnlike their sometimes-soporific American cousins, many international telco companies have exciting prospects.