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A student of life and business.

Paul Newman: An Entrepreneurial Iconoclast

Posted on May 14, 2011 by guybetterbid

Paul Newman was a WWII veteran. Paul Newman was a movie star. Paul Newman was race car driver. And oh yeah, Paul Newman was also a successful entrepreneurial iconoclast. Yes, you read that right. In 1982 Paul Newman and his … Continue reading →

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The Rational Dividend = A Variable Dividend

Posted on April 26, 2011 by guybetterbid

Employing a variable dividend policy encourages an ‘ownership mentality’ in the shareholder base, reflects a management approach that is forethoughtful and affords financial versatility from cyclical downturns/economic shocks. Progressive Corporation and Cal-Maine Foods use what I believe is one of … Continue reading →

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Laboratory Corporation of America – case study #4

Posted on January 10, 2011 by guybetterbid

Business Description: Laboratory Corporation of America (LH) is the 2nd largest independent clinical lab company in the USA. The Company provides routine and specialized clinical testing services to hospitals, managed care organizations (MCOs) and physicians. This is a nice detailed … Continue reading →

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McCormick & Co. – case study #3

Posted on December 27, 2009 by guybetterbid

Business description: McCormick & Company, Inc. (MKC) was founded in 1889 and today is a global leader in the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of flavor products, including spices, herbs, extracts, seasonings and flavorings, and other specialty food products to the … Continue reading →

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Reckitt Benckiser Plc – case study #2

Posted on August 5, 2009 by guybetterbid

Business description: Reckitt Benckiser Plc (RB) is one of the world’s largest household products companies. Reckitt Benckiser owns a range of popular household brands and was formed in December 1999 from the merger of Reckitt & Colman plc and Benckiser … Continue reading →

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Nestle – case study #1

Posted on July 24, 2009 by guybetterbid

This case study focuses exclusively on Nestle’s Food & Beverage businesses/segments and ignores any analysis of their Pharmaceuticals segments (e.g., results relating to investments in L’Oreal and Alcon) Business description: Nestle Group is the largest food & beverage business in … Continue reading →

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