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Billionaire widow of Wal-Mart founder dies at 87

Helen Walton, widow of Wal-Mart founder Sam Walton, died Thursday evening at her home, the company said in a news release . She was 87. Walton was surrounded by family members when she died of natural causes, the company said. ...

personal blog entry - Theo - 2007-04-20 00:33 - 0 comments - 1 attachment

Bargain nr.1 of 10

There are many companies that promise and make rosy presentations about their future. I found CMZ, the guy was predicting steep growth and guess what ? It didn't work out.He was right with a steep growth - companys debt has increased sharply:-) ...

personal blog entry - pelcmarek - 2008-06-09 04:00 - 1 comment

WMT DCF Analysis

Current Stock Price 48.03                   Shares Outstanding 4173                   ...

personal blog entry - biscosc - 2007-02-13 15:34 - 19 comments

Dell's numbers don't add up

Bill Fleckenstein has earned my respect ever since he correctly called the downfall of Dominion Homes (DHOM).  He now thinks Dell has more dark days ahead: Fast-forward to last August, when Dell admitted it was the subject of an ongoin ...

personal blog entry - Theo - 2007-04-13 12:24 - 6 comments

Why I am extremely bullish on the US stock market

 The EU is 22 years behind the US on economic growth according to a new study, with several other economic indicators showing further gaps despite Europes ambitious reform agenda. A report by Eurochambers, the Brussels-based b ...

personal blog entry - GordonGekko - 2007-04-04 18:08 - 4 comments

Refco Postmortem

Last week’s Chapter 11 (bankruptcy protection) filing of Refco ( RFX ) was disturbing on many levels.  Just three months after its IPO, the New York Stock Exchange has de-listed the company.  From a previous high of $30, the stock is now ...

personal blog entry - Theo - 2005-10-26 05:43 - 0 comments

Rich Investor, Poor Investor

Rich Dad, Poor Dad , written by Robert Kiyosaki, was an excellent book on learning the differences between how rich people think compared to how poor people think.  The book also explained the general concepts on how to get rich with real est ...

personal blog entry - Theo - 2007-08-15 00:11 - 5 comments - 1 attachment

The Negative Outlook on Gold is an Opportunity

This evening I went to hear John Embry speak on the future of gold.  It was awesome.  Apparently they usually overbook these events because some people don't show, but tonight, everybody on the list was in attendance, and so 200 people had to ...

personal blog entry - Theo - 2007-05-10 01:31 - 4 comments

Meeting with Irwin Michael, Part 1

Last Thursday I went to a presentation by Irwin Michael, portfolio manager of ABC Funds .  His flagship fund, the ABC Fundamental Value Fund, has an impressive 15-year 18.76% compounded rate of return.  And the purpose of this meeting was to o ...

personal blog entry - Theo - 2006-02-21 00:08 - 2 comments

Is it too late to stop the ethanol con job?

I've been reading a lot more articles in the newspapers lately about how dumb an idea ethanol is .  For those who do not know, the process to make ethanol consumes more energy than it produces. Whoever started the ethanol buzz sure did a good j ...

personal blog entry - Theo - 2007-09-14 11:31 - 4 comments

My Big Picture and Small Window Right Now

The year 2000 set in motion a gradual erosion of the S&P500 P/E ratio.  I envision it continuing until capitulation sets in, and P/E ratios are sitting in the 7-9 range. This could take up to 10 more years. My reasoning is based on ...

personal blog entry - Vooch - 2007-05-15 22:29 - 0 comments

Irwin Michael on Natural Gas

I just listened to an audio interview with Irwin Michael and I totally agree with his position on natural gas.  Not only is natural gas undervalued compared to oil, but natural gas companies like Chesapeake Energy Corporation ( CHK ) and XTO Ene ...

personal blog entry - Theo - 2006-04-10 22:13 - 2 comments - 1 attachment

NutriSystem (NTRI)

Business For 30 years, the NutriSystem name has been recognized as a leader in the weight loss industry.We are a leading marketer and provider of a weight management system based on a portion-controlled, prepared meal program. Typically, our custome ...

personal blog entry - GordonGekko - 2007-10-10 00:49 - 2 comments

Capitol Energy Resources (CPX.TO) - Acquired

This afternoon I opened up my mail and, to my surprise, there was an offer from Provident Energy Trust to acquire Capitol Energy Resources ( CPX.TO ) for $8.16 cash.  I'm somewhat embarrassed for not knowing about this deal!  Clearly I need ...

personal blog entry - Theo - 2007-05-27 00:46 - 0 comments

The public be damned !

The Alpine Group, Inc (APNI.OB) manufactures wire and cable products in Israel through its subsidiary Superior Cables, Ltd. Market Cap.       =   35.82 mils Total debt     &nb ...

personal blog entry - GordonGekko - 2006-06-13 19:27 - 5 comments