to 18-Month
Price Target
P/E on Projected
2002 Earnings |
Est. 5-Yr.
Annual EPS
Growth Rate |
Why Stock Will Outperform |
Stryker Corp.
NYSE: SYK |
$57.70 |
$65 |
34.7
|
19.2
|
This medical device maker, run by a cost-conscious CEO, is a leader in the medical equipment market. |
Trimeris Inc.
Nasdaq: TRMS |
45.30 |
55 |
N/A
|
55
|
Their pipeline of new HIV treatments makes this biotech stock an attractive buy. |
Synaptics
Nasdaq: SYNA |
5.93 |
10 |
13.5
|
40
|
Despite the tech slump, Synaptics enjoyed a robust revenue jump and attractive earnings last year. |
Southwest Airlines
NYSE: LUV |
14.08 |
25 |
44.5
|
13.3
|
Its reputation for excellent customer service plus steady profit margin makes a good investment for the long haul. |
Public Storage Inc.
NYSE: PSA |
31.78 |
40 |
11
|
18.1
|
This REIT, which has grown to become the largest storage company in the country, is “recession-proof.” |
SOURCES: BILL THOMASON, THOMASON CAPITAL MANAGEMENT;
MORNINGSTAR INC.;
YAHOO! FINANCE; ZACKS INVESTMENT RESEARCH*AS OF SEPT. 6, 2002. |
