Cover Stories
Impossible? Happens Every Day by Mark Robertson Jan 01, 2011
There's a whole lot of impossible going on all around us.
Responsibly Lazy Shopping by Mark Robertson Dec 01, 2010
We screen for the best companies. We screen for the best returns without getting too ambitious. Rinse. Repeat.
'Little' Nudges Make A Difference by Ken Kavula Nov 01, 2010
Small companies can deliver large impact on our investing journey.
Better Second Opinion by Mark Robertson Oct 01, 2010
Trust, but verify. We've made subtle shifts over the years in characteristics like EPS Stability and Financial Strength ... we make another subtle change this month.
Pastimes, Passions & Big Tents by Cy Lynch Sep 01, 2010
We don't have all the answers, but if you're like Cy, you've found some of them in our community of like-minded, long-term fundamental investors.
Round Table Rolling by Mark Robertson Aug 01, 2010
On July 31, we kicked off another demonstration of long-term investing methods with our new monthly series dubbed the MANIFEST Round Table.
Potholes, Pitchforks & Perspective by Mark Robertson Jul 01, 2010
As the first half of 2010 comes to a close and the gains of January-March were obliterated by the worst quarter since who-knows-when, many subscribers have emailed to ask what we think the future holds for investing in the stock market.
Time-Honored Path to Success (Part 4) by Mark Robertson Jun 05, 2010
This month, we continue our closer look at what we do, why and how we do it ... and why our championship approach to investing works..
Time-Honored Path To Success (Part 3) by Mark Robertson May 01, 2010
We continue our discussion with our take on portfolio management including prudent diversification and the willingness to embrace selling opportunities.
Time-Honored Path to Success (Part 2) by Mark Robertson Apr 01, 2010
This month, we continue our closer look at what we do, why and how we do it, and why our approach to investing works.
Time-Honored Path to Success by Mark Robertson Mar 01, 2010
As strategic long-term investors, we embrace a time-honored philosophy and reach for the medals of excellence realized when our results are "better than average".
Band of Groundhogs by Mark Robertson Feb 01, 2010
Whether you're an individual or group combatant, we can't think of a Community of long-term investors that we'd rather band together with.
High Point Trailered Holdings by Ted Brooks Jan 01, 2010
In our cover story, Ted Brooks shares his prodigal 2009 investing experience.
Best Season for Investing? by Mark Robertson Dec 01, 2009
From a long-term perspective, we know that keeping our head down and 'in the game' is prudent and enables better futures. But when is it a good time to invest? We turned to a jolly old elf for some wisdom of the ages.
Cutting Off The Ends? by Mark Robertson Nov 01, 2009
Thanksgiving is a time to honor traditions with the courage to question long-held beliefs.
Intelligent Investing by Mark Robertson Oct 01, 2009
The Intelligent Investor is a book for true investors ... inherently for the longer term and requires a commitment of effort.
A Tribute to Teamwork by Mark Robertson Sep 01, 2009
In his own words, Nicholson talked of investment clubs as his "Grand Experiment." Their purpose? Education. Period.
Moments Like This ... by Mark Robertson Aug 01, 2009
You might be wondering what the wedding of one's daughter has to do with investing, but trust us, it has everything to do with investing .
Thriller? Beat It by Mark Robertson Jul 01, 2009
We can only hope that Faith Hill and Martina McBride will permit us to take a moment and celebrate the excellence of Michael Jackson. We often turn to country music for investment advice, but that's probably another story ... for another day..
Grated Expectations by Mark Robertson Jun 01, 2009
If a Rhino falls in the forest, does he or she bounce? How should we think about strategic selling? What role does quality continue to hold.
Terminal Remodeling by Mark Robertson May 01, 2009
When the long-term trend is impacted, we do well to consider how our forecasts might change to reflect reasonable expectations.
Just Like Home ... by Mark Robertson Apr 01, 2009
The stock market madness of early March has given way to a rally that at least delivers welcome respite from the cascading decline we've experienced for several months.
Striking Out With Stryker by Mark Robertson Mar 01, 2009
Our beloved rhinos are ratcheting expectations downward with breathtaking intent and resolve and high-quality companies are caught in the wake.
Buffalo Wing-Powered Zebras by Mark Robertson Feb 01, 2009
Our traditional contest now has two years in the record books. The challenge is simple. Select five stocks, starting on our national holiday, Groundhog Day -- and take care of the portfolio going forward.
Chilly, Gimli and Me by Mark Robertson Jan 01, 2009
That which doesn't kill us makes us stronger." Year-end 2008 delivered reminders of how fragile things, including major companies, can be. Warren Buffett reminds us how important the long-term perspective really is.