Should I avoid firms with rising losses per share
Reader asks if increasing losses per share anytime signal bad investment. Answer: not always. Losses can occur as firms invest in growth such as product launches or higher R&D while revenues rise. Payout ratio explains dividend distribution. high payouts can limit reinvestment, but may still fit investors seeking income or risk appetite.
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Understanding mutual fund fees and 12b-1 concerns
The piece explains mutual fund expense ratios and the controversial 12b-1 marketing fee, noting how larger funds may underperform while still charging fees. It mentions SEC scrutiny and directs readers to SEC and Fool resources for more details on fees and reforms.
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Bre-X Mining Scandal Hits Investor Trust and Loss
A reader recalls relying on an adviser to buy Bre-X Mining Co. stock a rapid rise, only to see a helicopter death reveal fraud as core samples were salted and gold overstated. The collapse battered share prices and underscored that credentials do not guarantee expertise. A note invites readers to submit personal investment lessons to Fool publications.
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Bre-X
Glen Hars
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High Yield Dividend Stocks For Income Investors
Investor focus on high dividend yields from steady stocks. Sara Lee, Mack-Call Realty, and Gallaher Group offer yields of 3.5, 6.2, and 4 percent with modest growth. Caution advised: tobacco litigation risk noted and general investment guidance to research further.
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SLE
Sara Lee
Wonderbras
Mack-Call Realty
CLI
Gallaher Group PLC
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Silk Cut
Berkeley
May Fair
Gallaher
FoolMart.com
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America
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Foolish Trivia: Guess the NYC Education Company
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Don’t treat your taxes as once-a-year event
New York based tax experts urge small business owners to plan year round. They warn waiting until March or April leads to limited solutions and potential cash flow problems. The piece notes Section 179 up to 100000 for equipment bought in 2003, SEP deductions still usable for 2008, and the importance of ongoing tax planning to avoid missed opportunities and costly mistakes.
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Jeffrey Chazen
Richard A. Eisner & Co. LLP
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Steven Botwinick
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Disney faces leadership fight overshadowing healthy profits
At a Philadelphia shareholder meeting Roy Disney urged removing Michael Eisner while executives outlined growth in film, parks, cable, and ABC. Despite rising stock and 2004 earnings targets, critics question long term value as Roy Disney’s supporters seek to restore the magic and new leadership.
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Philadelphia
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Disney Co
Michael Eisner
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Anti Eisner
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Stanley Gold
Eisner Disney
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Tradition Asset Securities
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