Eddie Bauer Files for Bankruptcy for the Second Time
Excerpt from the InvestorGuide.com Stock of the Day on 6/18/2009

In this economy, we are well aware that many retail stores are facing intense hurdles, working hard just to keep their business afloat. Some companies have managed to surprise us, while others have folded under the pressure. Unfortunately for Eddie Bauer, they are one company that was not able to make it through unscathed; the company announced yesterday that they were filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Chapter 11 bankruptcy, however, does not mean the end of the trail for this outdoor clothing chain; the company still has options, and hope for recovery. The company has overcome obstacles in the past - but can they do it again? More >

Crocs Loss Far from Comfortable or Trendy
Excerpt from the InvestorGuide.com Stock of the Day on 11/13/2008

On Wednesday, Crocs posted a very abysmal earnings situation. It is known that the clothing sector and the major airlines sector are usually the first to be punished in times of recessionary economies so the lowered earnings was to be expected. What exactly did they report in their earnings statement? Was their earnings decrease attributable solely to the economic times? Earnings aside, is there still a possibility for this stock to bounce back from this report? More >

Nike Records Strong First Quarter
Excerpt from the InvestorGuide.com Stock of the Day on 9/25/2008

Nike Inc. (NKE: Charts, News, Offers) reports it was "pleased" with its first quarter results even though profit levels decreased from last year's quarter. However, Nike also noted that if last year's one-time tax benefit is excluded from the quarter, profit actually rose 10%. Excluding the tax gain, the world's largest athletic footwear and apparel company saw its sales increase 17% as well. Nike is upbeat and optimistic about the quarter, and hopes to build off of this positive momentum. So how has this Oregon based shoe company been able to outrun the woes of Wall Street? More >