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Is This Verizon's Shot Across Netflix's Bow?

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Verizon‘s partnership with Coinstar to launch Redbox instant streaming service has made a lot of headlines lately, and many people see it as a direct threat to Netflix‘s streaming empire.

While the rival service is clearly leveled at Netflix’s price point, that doesn’t mean it will be enough to knock Netflix from its perch. For one, Netflix has already secured a distribution network that will be tough to match. The company is also years ahead of the competition with regard to its streaming library, which has different economics from DVD rentals. This isn’t to say that it isn’t a value-add for Verizon or Coinstar, but probably not enough to legitimately threaten Netflix’s empire.

The Fool’s Austin Smith and Jeremy Phillips have more in the following video.

If you’re looking for a stock that does have more upside, The Motley Fool’s chief investment officer has selected his No. 1 stock for the next year. Find out which stock it is in the brand-new free report: “The Motley Fool’s Top Stock for 2013.” Just click here to access the report and find out the name of this under-the-radar company.

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Austin Smith and Jeremy Phillips have no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends and owns shares of Netflix. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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If "The Economist" Is Right About Autos, I'm Getting Rich

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As bottom-up investors, Jeremy Phillips and Austin Smith usually buy stocks directly, but in today’s video, they talk about macro analysis as well.

In particular, Austin tells us about a report from The Economist about the auto sector, which says that in 2013, China and the U.S. will account for 60% of all car purchases. Sales are forecast to increase 7% in the U.S. and 8% in China. He owns Hyundai, Ford, and General Motors, which he notes are all trading at deeply depressed valuations even as their industry gets stronger.

Austin loves the tailwinds that support his investment thesis on these companies — namely, that the average American auto is 11 years old, creating pent-up demand, and also that these companies are very cheap. Check out the video to hear more of his thoughts on the industry and these companies.

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Better "Dumb Pipe": Verizon or Comcast?

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In the following video, Austin Smith and Jeremy Phillips refer to the idea of a “dumb pipe” that merely transmits data to consumers.

“Dumb pipe” status is not ideal, and for Austin, Verizon and Comcast come to mind as two examples. Austin notes that both are widely disliked yet serve vital roles in the economy.

Asked to choose one, Jeremy picks Comcast. He likes how the company is trying to move up the food chain by acquiring NBC Universal and starting to produce its own content.

Austin agrees on Comcast, though he notes that Verizon has made a deal for Redbox in a move that could be construed as a step toward becoming a “smart pipe.” Both, however, say they wouldn’t buy Comcast or Verizon.

Verizon is the highest-yielding stock on the Dow Jones Industrial Average, but Jeremy doesn’t see it as a buy today. Instead, if you’re looking for income, read up on “The 3 Dow Stocks Dividend Investors Need.” It’s absolutely free, so simply click here now and get your copy today.

The article Better “Dumb Pipe”: Verizon or Comcast? originally appeared on Fool.com.


Austin Smith and Jeremy Phillips have no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends and owns shares of Netflix. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Warren Buffett's Wisdom Points to a J.C. Penney Collapse

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Unlike most people, Jeremy Phillips likes Warren Buffett as a businessman more than as an investor. In this video, Jeremy and Austin Smith talk about applying Buffett’s business principles to J.C. Penney.

Austin quotes Buffett as saying, “When a manager with a reputation for brilliance takes a business with a reputation for poor fundamental economics, it’s the reputation of the business that remains intact.” This is the case with CEO Ron Johnson, who came to Penney from Apple. As Austin points out, Steve Jobs didn’t have his reputation for brilliance back when he started the Apple Store. In contrast, Johnson came to Penney with a sterling reputation, but Penney has been around a lot longer than Johnson.

In short: Be careful when a white knight leader comes in, as it’s not going to help a company with a dying reputation.

While J.C. Penney may be circling the drain, opportunities still abound. The Motley Fool’s chief investment officer has selected his No. 1 stock for the next year. Find out which stock it is in the brand-new free report: “The Motley Fool’s Top Stock for 2013.” Just click here to access the report and find out the name of this under-the-radar company.

The article Warren Buffett’s Wisdom Points to a J.C. Penney Collapse originally appeared on Fool.com.


Austin Smith and Jeremy Phillips own shares of Apple. The Motley Fool recommends and owns shares of Apple. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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This Buffett Rule Uncovers the Best-Performing Stock of the Last Half-Century

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Jeremy Phillips asks Austin Smith to outline Smith’s “Warren Buffett Roadmap.” Smith begins by saying that he’ll only invest in companies for which the window of buying opportunity is short. This strategy forces him to buy companies that he’ll be happy holding for the long run. These tend to be companies with pricing power.

Above all, Smith says that brands matter. They allow companies to pass on price increases in good times and bad. Companies such as Coca-Cola , Philip Morris , and Unilever have this ability.

If you follow this rule, you’ll identify the best-performing stock of the last 50 years. The company? Altria , which boasts a chart that’s basically linear. Altria’s products haven’t changed much, but their brands have remained solid. Needless to say, the company has phenomenal pricing power.

Are you looking for the next Altria? Do you have the patience to hold a stock for 50 years?

If you’re looking for some long-term investing ideas, you’re invited to check out The Motley Fool’s brand-new special report, “The 3 Dow Stocks Dividend Investors Need.” It’s absolutely free, so simply click here now and get your copy today.

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Austin Smith owns shares of Unilever, Coca-Cola, and Philip Morris International. Jeremy Phillips has no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Coca-Cola and Unilever. The Motley Fool owns shares of Philip Morris International. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Netflix: My Single Worst Investment of all Time

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Netflix has taken investors for a ride over the last year and a half, but those individuals who maintained their resolve, and held onto Netflix through the ups and downs, did incredibly well. 

However, continuing to hold shares of Netflix as it soared to new highs, and crashed down to earth, was easier said then done. In the video below, Jeremy explains why investors should never sell a stock purely because of share price movement, and reveals one simple truth that could save your portfolio.

If you’re looking for the next stock that could have Netflix-like returns, The Motley Fool’s chief investment officer has selected his No. 1 stock for this year. Find out which stock it is in the brand-new free report, “The Motley Fool’s Top Stock for 2013.” Just click here to access the report, and find out the name of this under-the-radar company.

The article Netflix: My Single Worst Investment of all Time originally appeared on Fool.com.


Austin Smith owns shares of Apple and Apple. Jeremy Phillips owns shares of Apple. The Motley Fool recommends Apple and Netflix. The Motley Fool owns shares of Apple and Netflix. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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1 Weird Trick to Become a Buffett Investor

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Austin Smith talks to Jeremy Phillips about one weird trick investors can use to emulate Warren Buffett.

Phillips reminds us that Buffett has said that people should invest as if the market were only open for one day every five years. Phillips advises investors to work toward buying stocks only one day, or maybe one week, per year, spending the remaining 51 weeks on research.

Asked for his opinion, Smith chimes in and says he loves this idea, which forces investors to think before they act and to buy for the long run. He admits, however, that this method may result in buying a great company at a slightly overvalued price, but he feels doing so is still a good move for the long term.

Phillips goes on to tell us that Zynga and Groupon won’t work with this strategy, because their businesses are changing rapidly. In contrast, Colgate-Palmolive does work using this model. Occupying an “extreme position of strength,” it’s been paying a dividend since 1895, and increasing it for the last 40+ years.

Saying that Colgate is one of his favorite personal investments, Smith adds Unilever  and Philip Morris to the mix, pitching them as companies that help him sleep well at night. He says they make sense for the same reason that Colgate does.

In short, Smith reminds investors to evaluate companies as companies, and not as moving stock prices. If there’s one lesson to learn, it’s this: Be patient.

Now, are you looking for more Buffett-esque ideas?

The Motley Fool’s chief investment officer has selected his own Buffett stock stock for this year. Find out which stock it is in the brand-new free repor “The Motley Fool’s Top Stock for 2013.” Just click here to access the report and find out the name of this under-the-radar company.

The article 1 Weird Trick to Become a Buffett Investor originally appeared on Fool.com.


Austin Smith owns shares of Unilever, Philip Morris International, Colgate-Palmolive, Colgate-Palmolive, and Colgate-Palmolive. Jeremy Phillips owns shares of Colgate-Palmolive. The Motley Fool recommends Unilever. The Motley Fool owns shares of Philip Morris International. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Express Scripts Investors: 3 Key Things You Should Be Watching

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Express Scripts claims to be the No. 1 company in the mail order prescription business. In this video, Fool analyst Jim Mueller explains the Express Scripts business and the three things investors need to watch. Mail order prescriptions are attracting the attention of big pharma and generics alike, and how well Express Scripts penetrates these markets is critical to its future success.

Do lower costs = profits for your portfolio?
In 2011, a massive shift began. With the first of the baby-boomer generation reaching Medicare age, America’s health care landscape was forever changed. Combine the aging population with the impact of Obamacare, and the need for innovative solutions for skyrocketing health care costs is as clear as ever. Express Scripts is part of that solution, and in this brand new premium report on the company, we clearly lay out the opportunity in front of this misunderstood stock. Claim your copy by clicking here now.

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What Happens to Stocks When the Fed Bids Farewell?

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Last week, the Federal Reserve reassured investors that it will keep its foot on the monetary gas pedal. This is good news for stocks — for the time being.

But what happens when the Fed decides to let up, reining in its super-loose money policies of the last five years?

investors naturally fear a big market pullback. And that may be what occurs. But in this video, Fool analysts Morgan Housel and Austin Smith discuss the other side of the story and why an end to easy money doesn’t necessarily mean the end of stocks.

The Motley Fool’s chief investment officer has selected his No. 1 stock for the next year. Find out which stock it is in the brand-new free report “The Motley Fool’s Top Stock for 2013.” Just click here to access the report and find out the name of this under-the-radar company.

The article What Happens to Stocks When the Fed Bids Farewell? originally appeared on Fool.com.

Fool contributor Morgan Housel owns shares of Altria Group, Procter & Gamble, and Philip Morris International. Austin Smith owns shares of Philip Morris International and Colgate-Palmolive. The Motley Fool recommends Procter & Gamble. The Motley Fool owns shares of Philip Morris International. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Best Internet Stock to Buy Now: Google, eBay, or Priceline?

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JMP Securities recently kicked off its coverage of the Internet space, citing buy recommendations on on such beloved Internet brands as Google , eBay , and priceline.com . In addition, upstart Internet brand Zillow  made the company’s buy list. These are all tremendous companies that have seen their values soar across the past five years, so which one is the best value for investors today?

In the following video, senior tech analyst Eric Bleeker and Austin Smith weigh in on which company is the best buy in the group. Google, Pricline, and eBay all trade for north of 25 times earnings, while Zillow itself is closer to 300 times. None is cheap, but great companies with a long runway of growth rarely are. 

Eric notes that while it’s hard to go wrong with any of these names, Google’s recent run-up would make him shy away from putting additional money behind Google versus other values in the space. He notes that Priceline has been trading for slightly cheaper than Google recently, which is a big reversal from recent years, when the company was much more expensive. In the summer of 2011, Priceline traded for north of 50 times earnings while Google was in the mid-20s.

He notes that while Priceline’s days of heady domestic growth are gone, its booking.com unit continues to be a crown jewel dominating the favorable travel market in Europe, where employees have more vacation time, commissions are higher, and fewer chains gives booking.com better pricing power. Among a group of very expensive stocks, Priceline stands out as the company in the group that’s the cheapest its been in a long time. 

To see Eric and Austin’s full thoughts and discussion on the opportunities buying different Internet companies today, watch the full video.

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Is This the Beginning of Apple's Next Bull Run?

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After closing out today at $461 per share, Apple  is now up 10% from its 52-week lows. A big part of that bounce back off its lows was Apple’s 5.4% rebound in the two days following Samsung’s latest smartphone launch. With Apple finally seeing a rebound after a half-year-long sell-off, could this be the early stages of an Apple rally?

In the following video, senior technology analyst Eric Bleeker looks at Apple’s recent mini-rally and examines what’s still standing in the way of letting Apple see larger gains. He notes that while investors were relieved that the Galaxy S4 seemed to offer only “evolutionary” updates to the phone, competition with Samsung is just one worry that’s been holding Apple’s shares back. 

Yet while Apple investors can rightfully be anxious about a rally after months of seeing the stock decline, Eric notes that competition with Samsung is just one of several storylines that have been cited for Apple’s decline.

  • New product launches: Whether fair or unfair — after all, Apple’s track record on products is better than those of the pundits — there’s a perception not so much that Apple’s innovation has slowed, but more that its products aren’t addressing the growth opportunities in the smartphone market. That is, Samsung’s last four Galaxy phones have all featured larger screens. If the Galaxy is Apple’s biggest competitor in more expensive smartphones and it’s used a larger screen as a key selling point, should Apple be introducing a larger iPhone? Also, with the strongest smartphone growth now in emerging markets, how will Apple address that opportunity? As Eric notes, the Galaxy S3 isn’t even one of Samsung’s top five selling smartphone models in India. It’s all cheaper phones that are getting strong sell-through. 
  • What to do with its money: We all know the storyline. Apple has $137 billion, and shareholders want more back. Eric believes it’s a question of when the company will return the money, not if. Yet until Apple unveils either a buyback plan or an increased dividend — or a combination of the two — this will be a powerful anchor on the company’s shares.
  • Near-term earnings: In the end, the biggest knock on Apple is that expectations around its earnings have been declining for months amid margin concerns. There’s no real “near-term” solution to this problem as the next couple of quarters could face difficult comparisons with the year-before quarter. However, a strong close to the year could renew faith in Apple’s ability to grow. The belief that Apple can keep growing from today’s size is the biggest key to Apple’s ability to resume another bull run. 
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There’s no doubt that Apple is at the center of technology’s largest revolution ever and that longtime shareholders have been handsomely rewarded, with more than 1,000% gains. However, there is a debate raging as to whether Apple remains a buy. The Motley Fool’s senior technology analyst and managing bureau …read more
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1 Opportunity for Express Scripts Investors

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Express Scripts manages payments between pharmacy prescription plans and insurance companies, as well as helping select name-brand versus generic drugs. In this video, Fool analyst Jim Mueller explains how the expiration of several big pharma drugs could open up a big opportunity for Express Scripts.

Do lower costs = profits for your portfolio?
In 2011, a massive shift began. With the first of the baby-boomer generation reaching Medicare age, America’s health care landscape was forever changed. Combine the aging population with the impact of Obamacare, and the need for innovative solutions for skyrocketing health care costs is as clear as ever. Express Scripts is part of that solution, and in this brand new premium report on the company, we clearly lay out the opportunity in front of this misunderstood stock. Claim your copy by clicking here now.

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Is Tesla the Next Apple?

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Though Apple and Tesla may seem like two extremely different companies, they share some shocking similarities. 

For one, neither company has ever been concerned with iterative changes. While mobile-device makers were making incremental improvements on their handsets in a never-ending game of one-upmanship, Apple sat coolly on the sidelines rewriting the rules and then blindsided the industry with an elegant and totally new solution. 

Tesla seems to be doing the same thing in the auto industry. While automakers such as Ford and General Motors are locked in a constant battle of “me-too” improvements, Tesla has redesigned the automobile from the ground up and released a game-changer that people love. 

As Apple knows, bears may accuse Tesla’s products of being too expensive for what they offer, or impractical for the everyday person. But fast-forward through several generations of iPods, iPhones, and iPads, and what Apple has achieved doesn’t seem so ridiculous. 

Lastly, Both Apple and Tesla share managerial similarities. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has a very Steve Jobs-esque vision, with attention to detail, and a brilliance that the bears shouldn’t bet against.

See more from the Fool’s Austin Smith and Jeremy Phillips in the following video.

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1 Simple Trick to Double Your Retirement Portfolio

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At some point, every investor will be looking at some shocking loss in his or her portfolio. For the Fool’s Austin Smith, it was SUPERVALU, a company that he thought was too cheap to ignore but that promptly crashed after he’d purchased shares. Rather than have faith in his research and conviction, he backed out of the position and sold at a sharp loss. From that point forward, shares have doubled. 

The following video below shares the shocking outcome from two model portfolios — one that assumed investors sold their biggest losers, as Austin did, and another that assumed they had the conviction to double down on those stocks. 

While no portfolio grows at this modeled linearity, and you may be closer or further away from retirement, the principle of the story remains the same: If you still have a high level of conviction in your research and the market hasn’t agreed with you over the short run, be patient. Mr. Market can be irrational, and in the short run there’s a disconnect between a company’s true value and what is reflected in the share price.

If you’re looking for your next high-conviction buy, The Motley Fool’s chief investment officer has selected his No. 1 stock for the next year. Find out which stock it is in the brand-new free report: “The Motley Fool’s Top Stock for 2013.” Just click here to access the report and find out the name of this under-the-radar company.

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What Are the Risks With Express Scripts?

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What can go wrong with Express Scripts? In the following video, Jim Mueller outlines the two biggest risks: an insurance company switching to a competitor, and government regulations. Insurance companies are always looking for a better deal, so Express Scripts is always vulnerable to losing an account. And government regulations constantly increase and could limit revenues.

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In 2011, a massive shift began. With the first of the baby boomer generation reaching Medicare age, America’s health-care landscape was forever changed. Combine the aging population with the impact of Obamacare, and the need for innovative solutions for skyrocketing health-care costs is clearer than ever. Express Scripts is part of that solution, and in this brand-new premium report on the company, we clearly lay out the opportunity in front of this misunderstood stock. Claim your copy by clicking here now.

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Why Netflix Shouldn't Fear Redbox Instant

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A lot of ink has been spilled over the challengers to Netflix‘s streaming dominance, most recently Coinstar‘s new Redbox Instant service. While the distribution deal between Verizon and Coinstar is meaningful for the company, Netflix is simply too engrained. Its distribution is too locked down for Coinstar to disrupt with a virtually identical service.

The Fool’s Austin Smith and Jeremy Phillips have more in the following video.

One big question mark remains with Netflix’s growth thoguh: will its international growth aspirations really pay off? This is a must know issue for investors, which is why The Motley Fool released a brand-new premium report on Netflix. Inside, you’ll learn about the key opportunities and risks facing the company, as well as reasons to buy or sell the stock. The report includes a full year of updates to cover critical new developments, so make sure to click here and claim a copy today.

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Better Buy: Gold, Cash, or Warren Buffett?

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In the following video, Jeremy Phillips asks Austin Smith whether gold or cash are better picks than Berkshire Hathaway shares for those seeking safety. Austin picks Berkshire and says he has more Berkshire stock than cash in his portfolio. He trusts the company more than cash or gold, for gold doesn’t generate income and cash drags down portfolio returns. He says he’s also is unsure of where the dollar will stand in coming years.

Austin deems Buffett an inflation fighter because Buffett buys companies with moats, which, just by the nature of their businesses, can pass on higher costs to consumers. In short, he concludes that Buffett should continue to outperform and says that buying Berkshire is a good bet, since it’s a bet on Buffett.

But even though Austin has planted his flag in Buffett’s camp, there may be even better places for your money. The Motley Fool’s 12 top stocks for 2013 are now available! So if you’re tired of picking stocks out of a hat and hoping that one skyrockets, check out Stocks 2013: The Investor’s Guide to the Year Ahead. It’s The Motley Fool’s current top report, and includes Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross’ top stock for 2013. This under-the-radar company is the secret winner in the war for the last precious drops of oil on the planet. Find out what it is and how you can take advantage of this unseen company’s huge profits in this special, 100% free report.

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Why Barnes &amp; Noble Will Never Be Great Again

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Barnes & Noble garnered a lot of investor enthusiasm over the past year as the company looked as if it may rebound on the back of its Nook division, coupled with a timely investment from Microsoft. But fast-forward a year later, and this knife has continued to fall. Neither Microsoft nor Barnes & Noble’s tablet hopes have paid off, leaving B&N investors out in the cold. 

The ultimate lesson here is that turnarounds are always more difficult than they appear on the surface, and if you’re investing in one today, make sure you’re conscious of all the pitfalls they can entail. The Fool’s Jeremy Phillips and Austin Smith have more in the following video.

The Motley Fool advocates buying great companies for the long haul, and our chief investment officer’s No. 1 stock for the next year fits the bill. Find out which stock it is in the brand-new free report: “The Motley Fool’s Top Stock for 2013.” Just click here to access the report and find out the name of this under-the-radar company.

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1 Simple Way Bernanke Beat Buffett

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Warren Buffett has one of the best track records in the investing world, if not the best. But that doesn’t mean you can’t do better. In the following video, Austin Smith and Jeremy Phillips discuss the fact that Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke once had only one stock in his portfolio — dividend rock star Altria. Although we don’t know how long Bernanke held this position, over the long run Altria has been one of the exceptionally rare stocks whose compound annual growth rate is superior to Warren Buffett‘s own measure of Berkshire’s performance, if only narrowly so.

But this isn’t a lesson in putting all your eggs in one basket and praying for Buffett-like performance, instead, it’s a lesson in pricing power. Altria has it, as do many of Buffett’s best investments. With this in mind, Jeremy and Austin reveal a few companies today that could be the Buffett-beaters of tomorrow.

If you’re on the lookout for more high-yielding stocks like Altria, The Motley Fool has compiled a special free report outlining our nine top dependable dividend-paying stocks. It’s called “Secure Your Future With 9 Rock-Solid Dividend Stocks.” You can access your copy today at no cost! Just click here.

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Why EA Will Never Be Great Again

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While everyone loves a good turnaround story, Electronic Arts isn’t it. The company has dug its own grave with incremental game improvements on known sports franchises. Recently, the company’s efforts to fight online piracy also created a poor user experience and crashed its servers, making potentially blockbuster games unplayable.

Lastly, these damaging trends stand against a backdrop of a weakening video-game environment across the board. Video-game consumption has shifted to online and mobile environments, and with that has come cheaper games in the form of apps that satisfy users’ demands. 

The Fool’s Jeremy Phillips and Austin Smith have more in the following video.

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