Union Pacific Corporation (UNP), NIKE, Inc. (NKE), ConAgra Foods, Inc. (CAG): A Quick Guide for the Long-term Investor

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Buy to own

Taking a business owner’s perspective is the best approach to investing in the stock market. Look for companies with few potential competitors. Consider the desirability and differentiation of their products. Pick companies that watch costs to derive a higher percentage of revenue as profit, allowing for extra rewards in the form of dividends and capital appreciation. The companies mentioned above warrant a place on your Motley Fool Watch List and will help you get a start in your research process.

The article A Quick Guide for the Long-term Investor originally appeared on Fool.com and is written by William Bias.

William Bias owns shares of Union Pacific and Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies. The Motley Fool recommends Nike and Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies. The Motley Fool owns shares of Nike and Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies.

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