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By Joshua Kennon, About.com Guide to Beginner's Investing since 2001

Buying on Bad News - Acquiring Undervalued Stock

Thursday March 16, 2006
Even the best companies, industries, and sectors fall out of favor from time to time. A fully-informed investor, with a pocket full of cash and a firm understanding of the situation, can calmly stride into a turbulent market and buy up shares of these underdogs at a fraction of their intrinsic value. How do you know which companies are permanent losers and which are undervalued gems? Use these tests of quality to determine if you should invest your money or keep it stashed in cash. Read more ...
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