Brazil Fast Food Corp. is a rapidly-growing fast food franchiser in one of the world’s most promising emerging markets, Brazil. From 2002 to 2012, the company grew revenues at an average annual pace of 15.6% and grew its operating margins … Continue reading
The Awilco Drilling thesis has been generating some buzz, at least among the small contingent of value investors who can’t help but keep buying into obscure and illiquid companies. There’s a spirited debate going on over at the Corner of … Continue reading
Awilco Drilling Plc owns two semi-submersible drill ships that operate in the North Sea. Awilco acquired these ships from Transocean in 2009 and spent the following years completing upgrades on the ships and signing contracts with oil drillers. Now that … Continue reading
I invest in unlisted stocks for a number of reasons. One, I like the thrill of the hunt. Finding these tiny but successful companies is a blast and a great antidote to the boredom that comes of hearing the same … Continue reading
Paul Mueller Company manufactures stainless steel tanks, equipment and processing systems for a variety of industries, most significantly the dairy industry. The company was badly hurt by the financial crisis, but is in the midst of a turnaround. The strong … Continue reading
Trans World Corporation owns and operates three casinos in the Czech Republic. These casinos are American-themed and are located near the borders of Germany and Austria. Trans World also owns a luxury hotel and spa attached to one of its … Continue reading
Decker Manufacturing is a Michigan-based manufacturer of industrial fasteners like nuts and pipe plugs. Decker’s products are used in the automotive, construction and agricultural industries. The company has been in business for 85 years. Decker Manufacturing is a true dark … Continue reading
Now for the second entry in this series of updates on the dozens of companies I’ve profiled so far! Care Investment Trust In January, 2013, Care Investment Trust entered into an agreement to merge with its parent company, Tiptree Financial … Continue reading
Before I get back to developments on stocks I’ve already covered, I want to highlight another company that trades at a discount to net current assets: Information Analysis, Inc. Many companies and government agencies still depend on software systems and … Continue reading
It’s April and that means annual reports! I can’t wait to start receiving those manuals in my mailbox, especially those from dark companies that report only to shareholders. Who knows what gems (or duds) I will find? Many of the … Continue reading