Best Buy Helps the Market

March 26, 2009

Today, electronics retailer Best Buy reported a drop in its profits, but at the same time provided guidance that exceeded Wall Streets estimates.  As a result, its stock rose substantially and contributed to the advance in the overall market.  The fact that Best Buy sells consumer discretionary goods and its better outlook indicates that consumer spending decline is at least moderating.


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Leon Shirman is the Managing Partner of Etalon Investments, a fund he founded in 2002. Leon's long-term investment philosophy is summarized in his book, “42 Rules for Sensible Investing”, also available from Amazon.

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