MeadWestvaco Corp. (MWV), Darden Restaurants Inc. (DRI), Office Depot Inc. (ODP): Jeffrey Smith’s Starboard Top Stock Picks
Starboard Value LP, managed by Jeffrey Smith, recently filed a Form 13 with the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission.
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Hedge Fund News: David Einhorn, Ray Dalio & Starboard Value LP
Hedge-fund manager David Einhorn is struggling to find value amid a five-year stock market rally.
Hedge Fund News: Stephen Mandel, Daniel Loeb & Elliott Management
Stephen Mandel Jr.'s Lone Pine Capital, which lost between 1 percent and 3 percent in its funds in the first half, does not apologize or second-guess its decisions.
Hedge Fund News: Richard Perry, David Einhorn & Starboard Value LP
Perry Capital, the $10.9 billion hedge-fund firm run by Richard Perry, is betting on the paper and packaging industry anticipating that the value of companies could double if ...
Starboard Value Files Complaint Against Darden Restaurants Inc. (DRI) in Florida Court; Demands Certain Books and Records
In a newly amended filing with the U.S.
Jeffrey Smith’ Starboard Value Sends Another Letter To Darden Restaurants Inc.’s (DRI) Board of Directors
Starboard Value LP, managed by Jeffrey Smith, has revealed, in a newly amended filing with the U.S.
Hedge Fund News: Stanley Druckenmiller, John Paulson & Starboard Value LP
The Fed is out of step with Wall Street, say some of the country’s wealthiest investors.
Hedge Fund News: Ray Dalio, Crispin Odey & Marc Faber
Billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio is the king of the rich hedge fund industry.
Hedge Fund News: John Burbank, Phil Falcone & Jim Rogers
From Asian Internet stocks, which have boomed over the last year, to food and paper products companies, prominent hedge fund investors listed their favorite stocks on Thursday...
Hedge Fund News: Bill Ackman, Crispin Odey & David Tepper
Canada’s largest pharmaceutical company and the U.S. activist investor who overhauled CP Rail have joined forces in a mega-deal to buy Allergan, Inc.
Hedge Fund News: Warren Buffett, Kyle Bass & Ray Dalio
Warren Buffett didn’t become the second-richest man in the world by taking silly risks.
Starboard Sends Another Letter To Shareholders of Darden Restaurants Inc. (DRI)
Jeffrey Smith and his fund Starboard Value, in its latest filing, revealed an open letter sent to the shareholders of Darden Restaurants Inc. (NYSE:DRI).
Hedge Fund News: George Soros, Thomas Steyer & Nouriel Roubini
George Soros wants to invest in Europe's financial sector, according to a German magazine's interview with the billionaire investor on Sunday [Feb. 23].
Hedge Fund News: Bill Ackman, Carl Icahn & Ken Griffin
Bill Ackman, the activist hedge-fund manager, sold all of his shares in General Growth Properties Inc (NYSE:GGP), one of his most profitable investments.
Jeff Smith Sends Letter to Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)’s CEO; Asks to Delay Red Lobster Spin-off
In a newly amended filing, Jeff Smith and his fund Starboard Value disclosed a letter sent to Darden Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE:DRI)'s Chairman and CEO, Clarence Otis.
Jeff Smith Initiates 5.6% Stake and Goes Activist on Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)
Jeff Smith and his hedge fund Starboard Value are bullish on Darden Restaurants, Inc.
Hedge Fund News: Philippe Laffont, George Soros & Jim Rogers
A long-held perception is that hedge funds, especially those up big for the year, like to take it easy in December.
How You Can Beat the Cyclicality in the Restaurant Industry
After a weak 2012, the restaurant industry seems to be recuperating.
Here is What Hedge Funds Think About Tim Hortons Inc. (USA) (THI)
Now, according to many investors, hedge funds are viewed as bloated, outdated investment vehicles of an era lost to time.
BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. (BJRI), Brinker International, Inc. (EAT): Paying a Premium for Terrible Performance?
It makes perfect sense to pay a premium for outstanding performance. Superior performers are rewarded in all walks of life from sports, to sales, to stock analysts.
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG), Denny’s Corporation (DENN): Coming Storm in the Restaurant Sector?
What if one of the simplest sectors, the restaurant sector, was about to be turned on its head? According to the NPD group, in September 2012 there were 616,008 restaurants in...
Hedge Funds Are Dumping Burger King Worldwide Inc (BKW)
If you were to ask many market players, hedge funds are viewed as useless, old financial tools of a period lost to current times.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI), Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG): Will These Two New Guidelines Cripple the Restaurant Industry?
The restaurant industry in itself has faced innumerable challenges since the recession, including balancing the right menu price with food portions on their menu, adapting their...
Bloomin’ Brands Inc (BLMN), Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI): A Restaurant Facing Many Headwinds
If you're an American, then there's a pretty good chance you enjoy dining out for Italian food, seafood, or a juicy steak, all while receiving good service in a comfortable atmosphere...
Del Frisco’s Restaurant Group Inc (DFRG), Ruth’s Hospitality Group, Inc. (RUTH), Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI): Why I’m Changing My Outlook on This Company
When Del Frisco's Restaurant Group Inc (NASDAQ:DFRG) went public last year, I wasn't jumping on the wagon.
This Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Data Will Make Investors Very Happy
In the 21st century investor’s toolkit, there are tons of gauges market participants can use to analyze stocks.
Hedge Funds Are Crazy About Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)
To many of your peers, hedge funds are assumed to be delayed, old financial tools of a forgotten age.
Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST), Starbucks Corporation (SBUX), Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI): 3 Companies Doing Right by Their Employees Ahead of Obamacare’s Implementation
Chances are that you don't have to look for very long to find articles or statistics that are critical of the health reform law signed into law by President Obama in 2010: the...
Brinker International, Inc. (EAT), Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI), Buffalo Wild Wings (BWLD): A Recovery You Can EAT
Peter Lynch used to say that he liked keeping up with restaurants because their business is easy to understand, and he could count eating out as research.
You Are Smart to Sell Dunkin Brands Group Inc (DNKN)
In today’s marketplace, there are dozens of methods market participants can use to analyze their holdings.
Are Hedge Funds Right About Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM)?
To the average investor, there are plenty of metrics investors can use to track publicly traded companies.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI), Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST), Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM): Stocks Growing Their Dividends by 15% Per Year
Dividend investors would be wise to focus not just on a stock's current yield, but also on the long-term growth potential of its dividends.
Texas Roadhouse Inc (TXRH), Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI): Why Slow Growth May Be In Store For This Restaurant Chain
When a company starts paying a dividend, investors often view the announcement as good news.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI), Brinker International, Inc. (EAT), DineEquity Inc (DIN): These Casual Restaurants Offer a Delicious Opportunity
As a result, consumer discretionary stocks, or those that are reliant on robust consumer spending, stand to proper.
McDonald’s Corporation (MCD): Are Hedge Funds Right About This Stock?
McDonald's Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is a favorite of many investors, because let's be honest, it's easy to envision this company asserting its fast food dominance through 2050.
Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM)’s Richest Investors Are Making These Moves
Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM) was in 34 hedge funds' portfolio at the end of the first quarter of 2013.
SYSCO Corporation (SYY), Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI), The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (CAKE): Investing in Everlasting Trends
People won't stop eating. It's that simple. That's part of what makes McDonald's such a great investment.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI), Chuy’s Holdings Inc (CHUY): Cash In On Eating Out
The U.S. restaurant industry contracted for three years, over the recession.
Brinker International, Inc. (EAT), Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI): You Should Do More Than Just Eat at Chili’s
It always surprises me to see a little bit of Americana in Asia, particularly Tex-Mex chain Chili's Grill & Bar.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI), Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG): Dealing With the Fast Casual Threat
With the success of fast-casual chains like Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI), Brinker International, Inc. (EAT): This Company’s Scale Ensures the Freshness of Its Products
If you ever had a meal at a restaurant that did not meet your expectations, don’t be quick to blame the chef.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI), Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. (CBRL): There’s Usually Something for Everyone in Restaurant Stocks
The restaurant sector is fascinating to follow. There are usually plenty of interesting stories and even an occasional bargain stock to be found.
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG), Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI): BlackRock Says Avoid Restaurants
In a recent weekly market commentary, Russ Koesterich, chief investment strategist at BlackRock, is calling for continued stock gains, but warns that consumer stocks look overpriced...
What Panera Bread Co (PNRA) Could Learn From Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG)
Panera Bread Co (NASDAQ:PNRA) is in unfamiliar territory. After logging industry-trouncing sales growth for years, its latest results put it much closer to plain old average.
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG), Noodles & Co (NDLS): More Buying Opportunities in an Expanding Restaurant Niche
Fast casual restaurants have been all the rage.
Is Bloomin’ Brands Inc (BLMN) a Bargain?
For example, Bloomin' Brands Inc (NASDAQ:BLMN) has appreciated 44%, whereas Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:EAT) and Darden Restaurants, Inc.
Re-Evaluating the Value in Panera Bread Co (PNRA)
This morning, Panera Bread Co (NASDAQ:PNRA) had one of those stock price charts where it appears as though the apocalypse came along, and the market just disappeared.
Is Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) Destined for Greatness?
Investors love stocks that consistently beat the Street without getting ahead of their fundamentals and risking a meltdown.
What Are You Willing to Pay for Noodles & Co (NDLS)?
Noodles & Co (NASDAQ:NDLS) ignited the IPO scene last week by nearly tripling in value its very first week of public trading.
Brinker International, Inc. (EAT): Should You Invest Where You Eat?
Have you eaten at Chili’s lately? If so, then you have supported Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:EAT).
