Commentary Archives

September 3, 2010
After today's news that the burger chain will be acquired -- and the stock's +25% pop -- we take a look at other restaurant chains that may be in play. Is Applebees next?
September 3, 2010
There's a bonanza in one tiny, overlooked sector that hasn't been hampered at all by the 11% decline in stocks since May.
September 2, 2010
One company provides a service for a sector that is so gross, so undesirable, that its shares are sharply undervalued by Wall Street. Animal waste turned into commercial goods?
September 2, 2010
There were a ton of winners this week among companies that recently had their initial public offering (IPO) -- despite a down week in the broader market. One stock rallied +31%.
September 1, 2010
These companies should play a key role in the global clean energy build-out and deliver impressive returns to investors. One trades at a 30% discount >>
August 31, 2010
A sudden plunge sets the stage for what could be an eventual +100% rebound for this stock.
August 31, 2010
Should you buy a stock on rumors of a buyout? After a buyout is announced, should you cash in or hold on in hopes of further gains? The short answer: it depends.
August 30, 2010
The home health care industry is in distress, which will eventually create impressive opportunities for patient investors.
August 27, 2010
These stocks have stumbled badly in the past six months. Can they pull off a rebound?
August 27, 2010
This poorly understood company is growing +20% year after year, while its stock is currently undervalued by at least half.