Don't settle for ordinary quarterly reports.
Each week, I spotlight three companies that beat market expectations, since I believe that's the biggest factor in a stock beating the market. Leaving Wall Street's pros with stunned expressions can be a good thing. It usually means that the companies have more in the tank than analysts figured. Capital appreciation typically follows.
Let's take a look at a few companies that humbled the prognosticators over the past few trading days.
We can start with Constellation Brands
Bed Bath & Beyond
The housing market's turnaround isn't exactly here, but several companies that make a living out of populating existing homes with new decor or upgrades are doing well. Pier 1 Imports
Finally, Ruby Tuesday
Are restaurants storming back into favor? It certainly seems that way. California Pizza Kitchen
It's important to keep watching the companies that surpass expectations. Over time, it will be a profitable experience for investors, as the market rewards the overachievers. That's the kind of surprise we look for in the Rule Breakers newsletter service. Want in? Check out a 30-day trial subscription.
Either way, come back next Monday to learn about more stocks that blew the market away.