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Magic Formula Weekly Roundup 11/21
Nov 21, 2009

Weekly roundup of stocks moving in and out of the Magic Formula Investing screen.


Magic Formula Stocks in Forbes Top 200 Small Companies 2009
Nov 19, 2009

Every year, Forbes creates a list of the top 200 best small companies in America. Which current Magic Formula stocks are part of the list, and which ones have been a part of MFI in 2009?


MFI Stock Review: Time Warner (TWX)
Nov 17, 2009

Time Warner's transformation is creating a very attractive pure content play going forward, and looks quite undervalued given the quality of the business.


Magic Formula Weekly Roundup 11/14
Nov 14, 2009

Weekly roundup of stocks moving in and out of the Magic Formula Investing screen.


Magic Formula Buyouts and Bankruptcies 2009
Nov 12, 2009

In addition to normal capital returns and dividends, the Magic Formula has a knack for finding stocks that are good acquisition targets - but also some that go bankrupt. A look at some buyouts and bankruptcies on the MFI screen in 2009.


MFI Stock Review: Sturm, Ruger and Company (RGR)
Nov 10, 2009

Sturm Ruger is one of the U.S.'s largest firearms makers. The recent firearms "bubble" is bursting, but Ruger still looks somewhat cheap.


Magic Formula Weekly Roundup 11/7
Nov 7, 2009

Weekly roundup of stocks moving in and out of the Magic Formula Investing screen.


MFI Stock Review: Cephalon (CEPH)
Nov 5, 2009

Cephalon has three drugs with good growth potential. If sales develop according to the company's plan, the current price will prove to be a bargain.


Magic Formula Weekly Roundup 10/31
Oct 31, 2009

Weekly roundup of stocks moving in and out of the Magic Formula Investing screen.


Face-off: Pharmaceutical Distributors
Oct 29, 2009

MagicDiligence puts 3 competitors, all Magic Formula stocks, up against each other in this face-off of pharmaceutical distribution companies.


MFI Stock Review: World Fuel Services (INT)
Oct 27, 2009

World Fuel Services is a reseller of fuel and related services to aviation, marine, and land markets. The company is enjoying a run-up in fuel prices and has the size and financial strength to continue consolidating the market.


Magic Formula Weekly Roundup 10/24
Oct 24, 2009

Weekly roundup of stocks moving in and out of the Magic Formula Investing screen.


4 "Not Quite" Magic Formula Stocks
Oct 22, 2009

The inner workings of the Magic Formula statistics remain a closely guarded mystery. Here are 4 stocks that appear to meet the MFI criteria but for some reason do not show up on the official screens.


MFI Stock Review: Aeropostale (ARO)
Oct 20, 2009

Aeropostale has performed admirably through this difficult recession, and makes a decent MFI pick, but there are some concerns going forward.


Magic Formula Weekly Roundup 10/17
Oct 17, 2009

Weekly roundup of stocks moving in and out of the Magic Formula Investing screen.


5 Problems with a Long-term Stock Holding Period
Oct 15, 2009

Most investors have been taught to follow a "buy and hold" investing strategy, but there are downsides to this advice as well. 5 things to consider before committing to a long-term (5 years or more) investment.


MFI Stock Review: DynCorp (DCP)
Oct 13, 2009

DynCorp is a government contractor specializing in policing, security, training, and recently won a piece of the lucrative LOGCAP IV base logistics contract. With good growth potential at a bargain price, it is worth a look for value investors.


Magic Formula Weekly Roundup 10/11
Oct 11, 2009

Weekly roundup of stocks moving in and out of the Magic Formula Investing screen.


Magic Formula Stocks by Relative Strength
Oct 9, 2009

Magic Formula stocks have performed well over the past year, and history tells us that winners do indeed keep winning. What MFI stocks have strong momentum to continue their gains going forward?


MFI Stock Review: Dun & Bradstreet (DNB)
Oct 7, 2009

Dun & Bradstreet provides credit information on thousands of companies, as well as supplier and marketing data. This 160 year old company has a wide moat and strong cash flow, and makes a good conservative choice for a Magic Formula portfolio.


Magic Formula Weekly Roundup 10/3
Oct 3, 2009

Weekly roundup of stocks moving in and out of the Magic Formula Investing screen.


Book Review: The Essays of Warren Buffett arranged by Lawrence Cunningham
Oct 2, 2009

The Essays of Warren Buffett, a compilation and organization of Warren Buffett's annual letters to shareholders, is a "must-have" addition to any investor's library.


MFI Stock Review: United Online (UNTD)
Sep 29, 2009

United Online is a "mini-conglomerate" consisting of one decent business, FTD, and two in long-term decline, Classmates and NetZero. A low valuation and a nice dividend yield may make it an interesting look for some MFI investors.


Magic Formula Weekly Roundup 9/26
Sep 26, 2009

Weekly roundup of stocks moving in and out of the Magic Formula Investing screen.


MFI Stock Review: Questcor Pharmaceuticals (QCOR)
Sep 25, 2009

Questcor derives substantially all of its revenues from H.P. Acthar, an anti-inflammatory agent used for treatment of multiple sclerosis and infantile spasms. The company's future depends on how long they can maintain the very high selling price for Acthar against several competitive threats.