Valuentum Exclusive Analysis for the Discerning Investor

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Oct 25, 2017

Analysis of Marcus Corp (MCS) and Schneider National Trucking (SNDR)
Image Source: Dan. Marcus Corp has done well in establishing itself as a meaningful regional player in the movie theater market, and its ability to outperform the industry in terms of box office results and profitability in its movie theater operations--thanks in part to its solid portfolio of owned real estate--is impressive. However, inconsistent free cash flow generation and a notable debt load give us some reason for pause, as does its weak Dividend Cushion ratio, and we see little valuation opportunity present in shares at this time. Schneider National Trucking operates a broad portfolio of freight transportation and logistics solutions that appear to be positioned well for profitable growth thanks to a diversified customer base, the proliferation of e-commerce, and potential margin-expanding initiatives. We generally prefer the business models of more asset-light peers, however, as the company’s free cash flow generation suffers due to the capital intensity of maintaining of a fleet of owned transportation equipment. We’re expecting ongoing expansion in its cash flow generating capacity, as a result of ongoing cash flow from operations expansion and lower capital spending in the near term, but shares of Schneider are trading firmly in the upper half of our fair value estimate range at the moment.

May 5, 2017

Dividend Increases/Decreases for the Week Ending May 5
Let's take a look at companies raising/lowering their dividends this week.

May 4, 2017

Valuentum’s 3 Breakthroughs in the Field of Finance and More
Valuentum's President Brian Nelson pauses for a picture before speaking at the CFA Society of Houston in March 2017. Let’s cover Valuentum’s 3 major breakthroughs in the field of finance. The first one is big and may challenge you to rethink everything you think you know about investing.

Feb 14, 2017

#14? You Can’t Control The Market
Image shown: Wall Street Journal front pages from the Financial Crisis -- a reminder that an investor cannot control the markets. Should this be added to the “13 Steps…” piece?

Oct 26, 2016

EVERYTHING DIVIDENDS + 3 TOP IDEAS
The Valuentum analyst team explains the difference between the adjusted Dividend Cushion ratio and its unadjusted counterpart. The success of the Dividend Growth Newsletter portfolio is covered, and Valuentum's top 3 dividend growth ideas are unveiled. ~13 minutes.

May 9, 2016

Dividend Increases/Decreases for the Week Ending May 6
Let's take a look at companies raising/lowering their dividends this week.

May 11, 2015

Dividend Increases/Decreases for the Week Ending May 8
Let's take a look at companies raising/lowering their dividends this week.

Jun 22, 2014

Valuentum Economic Castle™ Rating Update
Members should expect the initial Economic Castle™ ratings.

May 12, 2014

Dividend Increases for the Week Ending May 9
Let's take a look at dividend increases for the week ending May 9.

Dec 18, 2013

FedEx, Ford and Facebook Topping News
FedEx’s fiscal second-quarter fails to impress, Ford resets investor expectations, and Facebook rolls out video advertisements.