Posted on 1/4/21
My First Positive Article On GE In Over 3 Years
Those that made an initial investment in General Electric (GE) early this year are sitting on hefty gains. Meanwhile, long-term investors endured a multi-year beating.Some believe . . .
Posted on 9/8/20
General Electric: Just When You Thought Things Couldn't Possibly Get Worse
SummaryThe "good news" is that GE only reported $2.1 billion in negative cash flow last quarter.The U.K. is pursuing a billion dollar suit against the company.Aviation . . .
Posted on 9/8/20
General Electric: Just When You Thought Things Couldn't Possibly Get Worse
As a buy and hold investor, it is anathema to me to sell a stock. I devote a great deal of due diligence before committing to . . .
Posted on 7/29/20
AT&T: A Crucial Piece Of The Puzzle Many Are Missing
SummaryThe dividend is sustainable and the debt is manageable.The roll out of HBO Max has been described as a catastrophe. A comparison to rivals results provides . . .
Posted on 7/6/20
Bristol-Myers Squibb: Growth And Valuation Trump Other Concerns
SummaryWhile the Celgene acquisition added blockbusters to the company’s product portfolio, it comes with big debt and integration risk.Bristol’s top three drugs provide 69% of revenues.The . . .
Posted on 6/30/20
Cigna: Undervalued With Strong Growth Prospects
SummaryAlthough the pandemic brings certain risks, the downtrend in office visits and elective procedures more than compensates for COVID related costs.The acquisition of Express Scripts grew . . .
Posted on 5/12/20
Disney: To Buy Or Not To Buy, That Is The Question
From the day Bob Iger assumed the reins at Disney (DIS), investors have been richly rewarded. Consider this: Six months ago, the shares traded for roughly . . .
Posted on 4/15/20
Comcast: Weighing The Multiple Headwinds Against The Fruitful Initiatives
Comscore, an American media analytics company, reported zero dollars spent in movie theatres for the weekend ending March 20. The last time we witnessed zero ticket . . .
Posted on 3/25/20
TJ Maxx: Why The COVID-19 Crisis Could Drive The Shares Higher
In this environment, I’m seeking companies that experienced a share price drop greater than the market at large. I also desire investments with strong financial foundations, . . .
Posted on 12/9/19
Capital One: Management, Moat And Reasonable Valuation
Capital One (COF) has diversified its revenue stream over the years and boasts a strong financial foundation. The company also possesses a narrow moat and a . . .
Posted on 11/20/18
PepsiCo Versus Coca-Cola: A Dual Due Diligence Dive
Summary The success of the two companies has led to saturated markets that constrain growth. Both companies' recent acquisitions are designed to drive growth. Current valuations . . .
Posted on 11/20/18
PepsiCo Versus Coca-Cola: A Dual Due Diligence Dive
SummaryThe success of the two companies has led to saturated markets that constrain growth.Both companies' recent acquisitions are designed to drive growth.Current valuations differ markedly.Early in . . .
Posted on 8/16/18
General Dynamics: A Deep Due-Diligence Dive On My Favorite Dividend Aristocrat
SummaryGeneral Dynamics' system of moats creates a nearly insurmountable obstacle to competitors.The Aerospace segment provides effective diversification not seen in most defense contractors .Dividend Aristocrats historically . . .

