Ask the Fool When Sales Aren't Sales (Yet)
A reader asks about accrual accounting and why revenue can appear before cash is received. The Fool explains accruals, accounts receivable, and why growing receivables beyond revenue signals potential red flags in financial statements.
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Name That Company’s Origins and Global Brands
Traces roots to 1913 when Electro-Alkaline Co. was founded by five businessmen with $500. Early customers included breweries and walnut bleachers. Now a global firm earning over $5.5 billion annually, owning brands like Glad, Brita, Kingsford, Pine-Sol, and Burt’s Bees.
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The Motley Fool Explains 401k Penalties and Patience
A Fool.com article warns against early 401(k) withdrawals citing IRS penalties and lost growth. It models long term value from steady $10,000 yearly investments at 10 percent. after 10, 20, and 30 years balances reach $175k, $630k, and $1.8M respectively. It notes index funds often return about 10 percent over time and urges retirement money to keep growing.
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The Home Depot Stock Outlook Amid Growth and Shareholder Returns
The Home Depot, with over 2,200 North American stores, leverages size and market reach to cut costs and boost profits. Revenue rose 3 percent to 20 billion in the last quarter, EPS up 20.5 percent, and management sees 17.6 percent EPS growth in 2014. The firm has returned billions to shareholders via repurchases and offers a 2.3 percent dividend yield.
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Comcast Corporation overview and media holdings summary
Overview of Comcast as a major telecommunications and media conglomerate. Traces origins in Tupelo Mississippi 1963 as a single system operator. Notes merger with NBC Universal in 2011 and current portfolio including NBC Telemundo networks Universal Pictures and Parks, various cable networks, Hulu Weather Channel and sports team Philadelphia Flyers.
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Africa’s Trade Leap and Risks in Africa Growth
Africa draws in investment from China and the United States as it seeks roads, power, and industry to sustain growth. Analysts warn infrastructure gaps, governance, and the resource curse threaten progress while local populations push for accountability in deals.
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sub-Saharan Africa
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Password tips and caution on reuse and sign-on
The piece warns against simple or reused passwords even across accounts. It notes exceptions for one time reads or centralized sign-on like Facebook Connect. It explains two factor prompts via text codes on new devices and emphasizes securing primary accounts and social logins.
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