A last-minute deal proposed by its largest shareholder might keep Sears from a death sentence. The iconic retailer's long and slow demise shows the challenges for both bulls and bears in the stock market. Read More
Linda McDonough is a veteran hedge fund analyst who loves to break down company financial statements and identify market inefficiencies to uncover big opportunities. She believes in a boots-on-the-ground approach that includes surveying customers, interviewing company executives, or doing whatever it takes to see what others don't.
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Analyst Articles
Paypal gets a vote of confidence from a fundamental and a technical analyst, Masco gets splattered (temporarily, I believe) by problems at a paint maker and more. Read More
As in the horror movie "Bird Box," investors are blindfolded regarding economic data, due to the government shutdown. How to trade when the future is obscured. Read More
We're coming back for a second helping on the bearish burger trade. Commentary from recent industry events highlights the pain of increasing labor expenses and lackluster traffic. Buy puts on McDonalds and Wendy's Company. Read More
Despite the good news, most retailers treaded water last week due to a bombshell by Macy's. A review of Target and Urban Outfitters reports and possible news from BJ's and Steven Madden this week. Read More
McDonald's rumored introduction of Donut Sticks is a clear jab at Dunkin's Donut Fry success. How dwindling traffic, growing healthy options and a tight labor market are putting some food stocks on a profit diet. Read More
The wholesale sell-off in homebuilding related stocks offers some fabulous values. Masco is less correlated to new home builds than its value reflects and is trading at record low valuations. Read More
Recent headlines hint to a thaw in the U.S. and China trade war. Here's how little-noticed tariff exemptions might help some companies deliver better-than-expected profits. Read More
Santa arrived quite late and apparently via one of Air Transport Services' planes. Where the stock will go after its 25% jump and what strong holiday sales mean for retail plays. Read More
Sell the last of these burger puts for a 70-80% gain since December 9. The market is thin today so be patient with your limit prices. Read More