Sep 27, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonSaudi Oil: A Slippery Future?Saudi Arabia's oil minister makes several reassuring comments, but can we rely on them?
Sep 27, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonLennar's Dream HomeManagement at this residential homebuilder is still ebullient about the future of new home demand in the U.S.
Sep 27, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonNot Bracing for the WorstPrice competition and tighter reimbursement? dj Orthopedics isn't worrying about them.
Sep 26, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonBoston Scientific: Finally Cheap Enough?Could shares now be attractive for long-term investors?
Sep 26, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonRita Spares the WorstThere's no such thing as a good hurricane, but the U.S. energy infrastructure escaped this one with relatively minimal damage.
Sep 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonWaiting for WalgreenEarnings that disappoint Wall Street could be long-term investors' golden opportunity.
Sep 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonPitted AluminumIs there any compelling reason to own shares in a giant metal company that can't get it done?
Sep 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonJLG Raises the BoomConstruction companies are updating their fleets, driving strong sales for this equipment manufacturer.
Sep 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonComtech's Strong SignalThe company broadcasts positive results -- and too much hype.
Sep 23, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonLittle Percentages Add UpElectronic payment processing is a repeatable business, and Global Payments reaps the benefits.
Sep 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonJack in the Box a House of PainFor all the flowery nonsense in the press release, lower earnings guidance is still bad news.
Sep 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonGeneral Mills Generally BoringSince this big food company offers only middling performance, growth, and dividends, investors should wait for the right price.
Sep 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonRite Aid Not Right YetThe bleeding seems to have stopped at this pharmacy, but recovery could be a long and slow road.
Sep 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonBed Bath and Still BeyondThis leading housewares retailer is doing nothing to dispel the idea that it may be among the best-run retailers out there.
Sep 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonIs A.G. Edwards A-OK?The financial services company doesn't operate like its peers -- and that's a plus.
Sep 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonIs KB's Foundation Solid?KB Home has stellar growth at the top and bottom line, but where's the cash flow growth?
Sep 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonBallard Goes on a DietCutting personnel and expenses will help keep the company afloat, but won't speed up the development timeline.
Sep 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonA Concrete Rose in TexasHaving spun off Chaparral Steel to shareholders, Texas Industries is now a cement and aggregate company.
Sep 22, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonA More Dynamic Defense DuoDRS Technology seeks size and diversification by buying Engineered Support Systems.
Sep 21, 2005 by Stephen D. SimpsonFedEx Delivers the GoodsThough macroeconomic concerns remain, current prices may be giving investors a rare opportunity.
