Avoid initial public offerings of companies saddled with debt, especially if the debt is caused by special-dividend payouts to private equity firms. Read More

This company is the leader at turning trash into cash. Read More

Internal corrections can be harsh, but they remove a layer of froth, improving the health of the overall market. The Nasdaq Composite index since the start of March has traded in a broad sideways range, but many individual tech stocks (especially smaller-caps) during this time have experienced sharp pullbacks. Even… Read More

Software is at the heart of every business. Whether it’s customer-facing or located in the back office, software must always be up and running in the most efficient manner. Software availability, performance and usability these days are critical to business success.I am adding New Relic (NEWR) to the Next Wave… Read More

In this issue:The Big Picture: Why Being Patient Matters In This MarketIn Depth: New EBS Pick – Greatbatch Inc. (GB) An Industrial Medical Equipment Turnaround Story with a TwistEBIS Portfolio Alerts: EBIS Portfolio Components Show Some Grace Under PressureNews Update: Research Stage Biotech Companies Feel the PinchThe biotech sector again… Read More

Last week’s currency devaluation by China threw the global financial markets for a loop, affecting the values of stocks, bonds, commodities and other currencies. As a result, many tech stocks came under the microscope, especially those such as Apple and Qualcomm that do a lot of business in Asia. If… Read More

This shipping company is doing more than just staying afloat. Read More

With its currency down, another crack in China’s façade appears. Read More

When will a lower Canadian dollar finally lead to enduring export growth? Read More

China’s recent move to devalue the yuan will benefit the nation’s exporters and our portfolio. Read More