This contest is now closed. Click here to follow the stock contest leader board. Good luck to all participants!
First of all, congratulations to Magda Cooling whose stock pick Hawaiian Airlines went from $5.10 to $6.38 — an increase of 25.1%. This was a difficult year with only six people who had a stock that showed an increase. I am sure I am not the only one who wishes they had bought thousands of shares. For winning the contest, Magda will receive $300.00
To participate in the 2009 contest, here is what you need to do:
- Respond to the blog with your stock name and if possible symbol
- State the reason why you picked the stock you did
It’s as simple as that. We’ll do the rest.
A few things to remember:
- You need to respond by 7:00 PM CST January 19, 2008
- You can only have one entry
- The stock price needs to be at least $1.00 – anything less will not be accepted into the contest.
- Only one person can have a particular stock, so the person who responds first gets the pick and we will notify anyone who has a duplicate stock (we had at least 10 duplicates last year and I am sure there will be more this year).
- If a stock splits, we will make the necessary calculation and adjustment
- If the company you pick gets acquired during the year and their company doesn’t have their own stock price, you won’t be counted in the contest
- We will use the stock prices as they were at the time the market closed the last trading day of 2008.
Like last year we will post a leader board.
First prize will be $300.00 for the person whose stock goes up the highest percentage in 2009.
I will get the ball rolling with my choice for the 2009 contest: Wal-Mart (WMT). With the challenging economy I believe they are poised for a strong 2009!
Take the stock challenge of 2009! Get your entries in today!
Again, the deadline is 7:00 PM CST, January 19th.
Andrew Jeavons says:
My entry for the stock contest: YGE
Joyce Rachelson says:
Carnival Cruise Lines – CCL on the NYSE
Patricia says:
I’ll take ATVI – Activision
Christopher Dallion says:
TGT – Target Corporation
Not as large as Wal-Mart but still a big player and should be able to ride any wave of consumer spending increase that might occur.
Jennifer Stocks says:
HTM. It is a Geothermal energy company that
might prosper under Obama.
Todd Biederman says:
I’ll take GE this year, stock is off like 55% and it has got to rebound
Steve Schlesinger says:
I am in with P&G – PG – people still need to buy diapers, laundry detergent, soap, etc. – or at least the people that want to stay clean
Pat S. says:
I pick GE – General Electric. I think with Obama in the White House and his plans to concentrate on putting tax dollars towards the infrastructure of America, GE may benefit.
Merrill Dubrow says:
Pat,
Unfortunately that pick was taken by Todd Biederman – can you please enter a different stock.
Thanks.
Merrill
Kylene says:
I like Ford (F), surely it will do better this year.
Bill Dunn says:
GT Solar International (SOLR) – with the new presidential administration comes new thinking on energy and the environment. Solar energy and ‘living off the grid’ is poised to become much more popular in the coming years.
Carol Hyden says:
Following Steve’s comments that consumers still need certain products/services, I’m going with Commonwealth Edison, EXC.
Robert Harrell says:
I’m going to try TACT again.
Merrill…if you paid “lap” money like in auto racing I’d have made a bundle last year.
Good luck to all and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
Jacob Bonenberger says:
I choose Krispy Kreme. KKD. It has been a terrible stock and completely mismanaged company for about 2 years. If it can get just one thing right, it could go higher and in percentage terms that could be meaningful considering the abysmal current price. This is by no means an endorsement for buying this stock. It’s just for the fun of the contest.
TA says:
EBHI
Ginger Blazier says:
Happy New Year! I’m going with Amylin Pharmaceuticals – AMLN
Here’s to a profitable 2009 for all!
-Ginger
Fee Sepahi says:
Hi Merrill,
I vote for Cisco systems (CSCO) as I think they have hit bottom and have only up to go!
Pat S. says:
Suntech Power (STP) — how about this one? Anyone take that yet? — though I don’t think this will reach it’s full potential for a couple of years, but we will see.
Kevin says:
RT – Ruby Tuesday, nowhere to go but up!
Jeremy Brandt says:
I’ll pick KBR, Inc. (NYSE:KBR) – they’re an engineering, construction and services company supporting the energy, petrochemicals, government services and civil infrastructure sectors. They could do well under Obama, and they can’t do worse then my pick last year (ALTI, down 71% – ouch).
Sarah Baird says:
I’ll take JPMorgan Chase (JPM) – They just ate my bank Washington Mutual and seem like they could weather the financial storm. We’ll see…
Rhonda Ellis says:
Okay, I’ll play again this year. My pick for 2009 is Johnson & Johnson (JNJ).
My reason for the pick is that this has always been a strong company and has many common and widely used products under its umbrella with strong brand loyalty and recognition. So, no matter how bad the economy gets, they should still stand strong with brands like Pledge, Windex, etc. After all, if people end up staying at home more because of the economy, they’ll want it to at least be clean and worth being there, right?
We still gotta dust, vacuum, clean the toilets, do dishes and wash clothes.
Magda Cooling says:
Yay me! Thanks, Merrill!
I’ll stay with Hawaiian Airlines, HA.
Greg Horvath says:
Citigroup – now here’s a stock that is down 86% from where it was a little over a year ago. I’d like to think it has no way to go but up – and I have dollar cost averaged to try to make back all of the money I lost on it since then. My hope is for it to get up to $15 a share by this time next year!
Greg Horvath says:
PS – the symbol for Citigroup is C
Erin Jewell says:
Origin Oil: OOIL – they are developing technology to transform algea into oil.pretty cool!
Larry Coggins says:
I’m picking Clean Energy Fuels Corp, ticker CLNE. I believe it will flourish under Obama.
Stephenie Gordon says:
GSK please. Everyone needs medice.
Stephenie Gordon says:
that’s MEDICINE…. i shouldn’t talk and type at the same time. I’m sure if medice was a thing, we would need it too…
Andy Davis says:
I’m in this year, too. I will take Jacobs Engineering for mayn of the same reasons that Jeremy is taking KBR. Infrastructure build up should mean a good year for these guys. Stock symbol is JEC
Thanks Merrill!
Nancy Cearley says:
I would love to participate. I’ll take Valero Energy: VLO
Thanks, Merrill!
Nancy
Marc says:
Have to do United Therapeutics (UTHR). Off 50% from 08 and lots of new opportunities.
Erin Jewell says:
Shoot – Origin Oil is trading too low. I have to change my stock to Whole Foods: WFMI.
Jennifer Stocks says:
Actually, HTM is over $1 now, but was only .99 at the end of 2008. If that doesn’t qualify, my back up pick is…On Assignment (ASGN).
Dan Womack says:
I’m going to go with Genworth Financial (GNW). A former employer of mine that was battered in ‘08—trading at around $30 when I left (less than 18 months ago), but at just over $2.00 now. I think they will come back strong or get purchased by one of the bigger guys at a premium…. if they can keep from disappearing, that is.
Uncle J says:
My choice for 2009 is Nova Gold (NG)
Explores and develops gold and copper mineral properties in Alaska and Canada. Main projects include Ambler (in partnership with Rio Tinto), Donlin Creek (with partner Barrick Gold), and Nome operations in Alaska. None of its mining operations are in production, though the company does earn revenue from sand-and-gravel production and from the sale of land. Barrick offered to buy NovaGold in 2006 for $1.7 billion but failed in its attempt to take over the company.
Dave Nager says:
I will go with the Hartford Financial Services, symbol HIG. They are WAY off their year high of $85. I don’t think they’ll hit that again but I do think they will rebound into the $30 range.
Joel Dubrow says:
This years pick is Nordic (NAT). Its going to go up because it is increasing its number of ships.
Gwen says:
YUM
Frank Mezler says:
I am going with Apple computer (aapl). Everyone, including my wife, still wants an iPhone, all of my students have iPods, iTune gift cards were sold out in stores, and after enough bad experiences with Vista and Dell, I think I might be ready to go Mac. Scary part for PC and Microsoft is that I am not the only one I have heard say that.
Bob T says:
Give me Google (GOOG)
John Garvey says:
My pick is McDonald’s MCD. People need to eat.
Marko says:
Thompson Creek Metals (TC) through its subsidiaries, engages in the acquisition, exploration, development, and operation of molybdenum “Moly”. Demand for Moly, the main ingredient in structural steel, will increase in 09 due to the US and China stimulus plans.
Lisa Rich says:
My pick is FRG, Fronteer Development. A Jr. mining company with holdings in gold, copper and uranium. Uranium prices are on the rise as more nuclear power plants come on line.
John Heakin says:
I’ll take Berkshire Hathaway
Ian Kiernan says:
I am going with Dollar Tree (DLTR). More people will be shopping in these type of stores.
Jocelyn Smith says:
I am picking Transocean (RIG)
Heather Bosley says:
IMAX
With the economy as it is, I think more people will choose movies at home or in theater for entertainment.
(I also think all of the energy stocks are great picks with Obama…hope I don’t regret not going with one of those!)
Scott Cairey says:
CROX – Way oversold stock.
Laurie Bausk says:
FSLR
First Solar
FSLR designs, manufactures and sells solar electric power modules.
I am hoping for a winner this year…
Tim Antoniewicz says:
I am going to go pharma this year – AZN.
Larry Gulledge says:
I’m going with Amazon (AMZN). The introduction of Kindle should have a favorable and major impact on the stock.
Jeffrey Lorber says:
Since it is percentage gain we are after I don’t think large caps like PG, Google, or Berkshire stand a chance. (You guys who have these can flay me at the end of the year when Berkshire goes to a billion dollars a share!)
If the stock has to be at $1 by 1/19 then my pick will be CDE (Coeur D’Alene Mining). If it doesn’t hit a buck by then, go with SLW (Silver Wheaton).
Good luck everyone!
Colleen Mezler says:
I am taking Goldcorp Inc. (GG). Gold tends to be safe in a troubled market.
Glenn Davis says:
I’m surprised more people aren’t taking banks — do they have anywhere to go but up? Of course if I was that convinced, I’d invest some real money. Put me in for Sovereign (SOV).
Susan Hayes says:
Please put me down for MO. Don’t think the economy will force many to stop smoking.
Anna Islinger says:
AA – Alcoa Inc. (NYSE)
Everyone will always need Aluminum!!
Karen Bills says:
General Motors (GM) – it can’t get much worse and maybe can turn around with Obama’s help… plus my other ideas were already taken
Tim S. says:
Titan International – TWI
They manufacture niche wheel assemblies and tires for industrial, mining, agricultural, and other off highway applications. Demand for their unique product line exceeds their capacity.
Meg says:
My pick is for Verizon – VZ. We all still need to talk on the phone.
KVD says:
SHW – Sherman-Williams — time for some low cost home improvements.
Ted Kendall says:
I am going to go with Celestica (CLS). They are an outsourcing company and have gone through some changes in management that I believe put them in place to grow, that and the the need for reverse logistics and other similar outsourcing seems to continue to grow.
Rachel Campbell says:
Dendreon (DNDN) – medical advancements will hopefully make this one a good pick!
krista joyce says:
if no one has conoco phillips (COP) yet – i’ll take it!
Lovejoy says:
Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX)
Less going out…more staying home…more movie watching!
Mike Grio says:
Research In Motion Limited (Public, NASDAQ:RIMM)
Company got crushed earlier for no reason. Strong company and P/E ratio is dirt cheap. Plus, nobody can go anywhere without their Blackberry.
Jim Quilty says:
Hi Merrill-
I see that John Heakin claimed Berkshire Hathaway, and I am hoping he meant BRKA – Class A. The reason is…my preference is BRKB – Class B. Let me know, upon further review, whether or not the ruling on the field stands as called.
Paul Kirch says:
My pick is SOHU. A Chinese company that offers multiple channels for customer and investors, such as online gaming and marketing and advertising that ties to it. With the economy like it is around the globe, China seems the most stable, so I think this one has potential.
Garrett says:
Hey, Merrill,
Thanks for the reminder. I will take a technology stock this year. Pharma hurts too much.
I like Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation Class A (NASDAQ: CTSH) this time.
They have been on the list of America’s 25 fastest growing tech companies for 6 years straight.
Ed Case says:
Hi Merrill, and thanks for reminding me. I will go with PBCT again (Peoples Bank CT) since I don’t have any better idea. Why don’t you buy one share of each entry and make yourself a nice portfolio….or is that old news?? regards……..ed case
Merrill Dubrow says:
Ed,
Appreciate your pick and idea. Actually two years ago I let the participants vote on what stocks they thought would go up and I bought $500 of each stock and shared the profits (not the losses) with the people who picked those stocks on the contest. Interesting that all 3 stocks did go up.
Happy new year.
Merrill
Sharon Gautschy says:
I will stick with my initials SLG – SL Green Realty Corp.
Michael Mermelstein says:
I’ll go with Yahoo with the idea that someone will buy them at a nice premium.
Ken says:
I just wanted to comment that in these uncertain economic times, Sharons reasoning of using her initials for picking her stock makes as much sense as anyones.
Sadly my initials are trading below a dollar…figures. Good luck to everyone.
Amy Shields says:
Merck (MRK) Who knows – I think they will have a big year!
Bill Soule says:
Medco Health Solutions (NYSE: MHS), prescription drug, pharmacy benefits firm should do well with or without new the administration’s results on healthcare reform. Happy New Year to all!
Sarah Kotva says:
I will take Freeport Mcmorman – FCX
Ace says:
Ace pick: AIG
Big loser to big winner in ‘09?
Ronda Hodges says:
I agree with Bill Dunn we will see a stronger interest in solar energy. I will pick First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)
Jessi Boyd says:
I’ll take Green Mountain Coffee (GMCR on Nasdaq) – even in a bad economy we still need good coffee.
Uncle J says:
Merrill, did you get my response from a couple of days ago?
Merrill Dubrow says:
Uncle J,
Yes you picked NovaGold Resources. You are all set.
Good luck.
Merrill
Frank Summers says:
For the record, John Heakin has Berkshire Hathaway BRK.A and Jim Quilty has Berkshire Hathaway BRK.B.
Good luck to all!
Frank Summers says:
In the grand tradition of using one’s initials to conjure up a stock for the contest, I’m going with TFSL (ThirdFederal Savings and Loan–TFS Financial Corporation)
Todd Hansen says:
First Solar, Inc.(NasdaqGS: FSLR)
Keeping my fingers crossed we have a strong year for green initiatives coming out of the White House.
Todd Hansen says:
Laurie Bausk beat me too it!
kelly mangum says:
I just can’t stay away from high tech and infrastructure companies year over year – so my pick is Teradyne b/c it is at a low share price and has no debt. So go Teradyne!
kelly mangum says:
I guess I got a little excited – I forgot to give you the ticker
TER Teradyne
Todd Hansen says:
SunPower Corporation(NasdaqGS: SPWRA)
Betsy says:
DENN for me please!
Lorri says:
Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp (MRX)
Within the next few months, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is expected to approve Reloxin as an injectable treatment for wrinkles. Made from the same neurotoxin as Botox, Reloxin is said to act more quickly and may last longer than Botox, and less expensive.
Fred Van Tatenhove says:
My first choice was Crocs, but someone beat me to it, so I will go with Darden Restaurants again – DRI. If you haven’t been to Red Lobster lately, check out their new island and wood grill menu items. Yes, I still own stock in Darden!!
Carla Penel says:
I pick Blockbuster (BBI). The stock can’t get much lower than it already is and everyone needs a good movie every now and then.
Jamie says:
I’ll go with General Electric (GE).
tobey belsky says:
my pick is New Oriental Education. EDU on stock exchange.
Michael Halberstam says:
I’ll take MNKD again.
Ronda Hodges says:
First choice was taken (seems to be a popular pick this year) – I will pick HANS – Hansen Natural Corporation
Megan Zeichner says:
Merrill,
I am taking Stryker, SYK , they make medical devices.
Andrew Bausk says:
I will go with SOLF. Solar Energy will be a huge initiative in many countries and it is definately something Obama has his mind on.
Merrill Dubrow says:
Andrew,
Good pick – except Laurie Bausk already has it. It was the most popular pick at least 3 people wanted that one.
Need to pick again.
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
Andrew,
Sorry about that – Laurie took a different company. It should be all yours.
Merrill
Rich Zeichner says:
Merrill my pick is KB Home KBH.
Owen Jenkins says:
Merrill,
How about General Motors. Symbol=GM. It has a market capitalization of only $2.5 billion. Surely its buildings are worth more than that.
Either it will fold or be sold by the summer or the government will bail it out and the stock has to go up.
I wouldn’t bet on it – but this is only a game.
Lynda Manning says:
Shaw Group
Symbol = SGR
Primary Line of Business = Engineering and Construction
Reason for pick= believe that the engineering and construction sector is becoming more attractive due to lower credit spreads, stabilizing commodity prices, and lower consensus estimates. Shaw’s businesses range from restoration of contaminated lands to construction of military housing. At their environmental and infrastructure group, revenues continues to rise, it’s fossil and nuclear division continue to perform well in spite of the current economic environment.
Shaw group is well positioned to benefit from Obama’s infrastructure initiative.
Maureen Ploss says:
I’m going with Boston Beer Works (NYSE – SAM) because beer is the new wine… especially in this economy!
Bill Glenn says:
I’m going with Amgen (AMGN)—biotech firm.
Kmat says:
I will take DEO – Diageo is in the beverage business!
Bob Graham says:
Kimberley-Clarke (KMB) fads come and go, but people are always going to need toilet paper.
Lisa says:
I’m pick EBS – Emergent BioSolutions.
Marilyn says:
My boyfriend works for Palm (PALM), and they just released the Palm Pre to great acclaim at the CES in Vegas last week. I have to go with them — they’re due.
Terri McClain says:
Research in Motion – (RIMM). Obama is endorsing the blackberry and its one of Jim Crammer’s picks (I think Jim is a pretty sharp guy).
Stacey Zontini says:
CBI (Chicago Bridge and Iron)
Kyle Klopstock says:
Hey Merrill,
I am going to choose PepsiCo (PEP), as they are one of our largest clients. As a member of the S&P 500 I believe PEP to be a strong buy with it’s current stock price. PEP has a dismal past few months, currently at 51.01, down from 71.64 (10/1/08). I believe that PEP will have a strong year with many new changes in place.
Kyle K
Jamie says:
So GE is taken. I ll go with HSBC – thats the bank I used, and I’ve been pleased with them.
Janet Savoie says:
(UNTD) United Online
Mike Sullivan says:
My Pick for 2009 – AURD. Accuride Corp is one of the largest and most diversified manufacturers and suppliers of commercial vehicle components in North America and with the economy eventually turning around demand will exist for purchases that have been on hold.
Lori Young says:
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL)
Ok I admit it – I am cold and want to escape to somewhere warm!
Vic Walsh says:
Merrill,
Thanks for continuing this contest for a third year. Did you post final rankings for 2008? I’m curious as to what other stocks were up for last year besides Hawaiian Airlines. Also, kudos to Magda for knowing what she was doing!
My pick for 2009 is Wells Fargo Bank (WFC). It is down somewhat now but always seems to rebound.
Vic
SPA says:
CAT
Bill Priest says:
CIGNA Corporation (CI)
Merrill Dubrow says:
Vic,
Thanks for entering again and glad you enjoy the contest. here is a link to the results:
http://www.marcresearch.com/stockpick/sp2008.html
Merrill
JC says:
Electronic Arts – ERTS
Aaron Nichols says:
Mosanto Company (sym: MON).
Of course a global drought and/or food shortages are never a good thing, but if we’re headed for darker days than Monsanto might just be a modern day superhero.
TA says:
OMC
Stacey Weber says:
VSE Corp- ticker is VSEC
Seems like a diversified business services company and has gone up close to 40% over the year.
Seanjjordan says:
Synpatics for me, please. SYNA.
They make touchscreens that are used in a lot of mobile phones and computers, as well as the touchscreens used for POS systems in retail stores.
They’ve dropped recently, but poised for another climb in the next year or two. Plus, my brother works there!
Bo Mullan says:
Flextronics International (nasdaq: FLEX)
reason I picked it: Ken Fisher, founder and CEO of Fisher Investments, said I should.
Janice Walsh says:
Put me in the contest for SHLD (sears)
Kelly Heatly says:
PLLL – Parallel Petroleum Inc.
Mike Macleod says:
I’ll take Anadys Pharmaceuticals Inc. (ANDS)
Dusten Lorenz says:
My dad used to work at Honeywell… so I’m going with that
Lori Nettles says:
ACL – Alcon Laboratories
I work for Alcon and would love nothing more than for our stock to rebound!
Roe Cinque Scott says:
Has anyone taken (GVA) Granite Construction?
Arturo Coto says:
It appears that no one has picked Apple, so I will. AAPL. I believe there is more coming from them – with or without Jobs.
Jeff Adler says:
I will take Janus Capital Group Inc. (JNS).
Financial stocks have been hammered hard, but Janus is an asset manager, not a bank. They have virtually no debt, and no direct exposure to credit risks. Profits are down because assets are down, and their profits are based upon a percentage of assets. If the market does not rally, Janus will continue to suffer. However, if there is any sort of a rebound, with a beta of around 2.4, Janus will rise a lot faster than most stocks.
Janus hit $32 at one point last year, and started this year around $8. I look for Janus to finish the year above $11 with any sort of market rebound. With a strong rebound, it could finish around $16 — double where it started 2009, but still 50% below last year’s high.
Brad ball says:
Hey Merrill, thanks for the invite! Sounds like fun!
I’ll take, HLS – HealthSouth
Brad
Lucy Haydu says:
Hi Merrill, once again, this is a great way to get people thinking. I’d like to go with PetsMart (PETM). It’s an Arizona based company and now that I have a dog, seems I’m in there quite a bit and it’s always busy.
Steve Kennedy says:
JPM – JP Morgan. I didn’t see it picked above and someone will have to come out on top of the financial meltdown.
Rick Johnson says:
TAP Molson Coors Brewing Company…I love the NFL commercials.
Steve Kennedy says:
I guess JPM is already picked. I didn’t see APC Anadarko Petroleum Company. If that is still open, I’ll take it. Otherwise, throw a dart at the Wallstreet Journal and go with where it lands.
Annette Abell says:
I’m going with Sun Power Corp (SPWRA). It’s price-earnings growth ratio is less than .5 and total debt to equity ratios of less than or equal to 0.5. It’s also poised for earnings growth estimates for the next five years of greater than or equal to 25%. Finally, it’s a company that has institutions holding 20%+ of its shares and sales for the past twelve months of exceeding $100 million. With Bush finally out of the way (yes, my colors show) alternative energy is the way to go.
Adam Jolley says:
AAAC
Gotta go with debt collectors!!
Karyn Picchiotti says:
I’m going with Genco Shipping & Trading Ltd (GNK).
Two reasons….I like the name & it’s a winner!
Aj Shaw says:
Merrill,
If it’s not too late, I’ll take TAN as my stock.
AJ
Arturo Coto says:
Since Apple was taken, I am choosing Southwest Airlines – LUV.
Jacki Spear says:
I am doing this last minute because I am just not good at this…but here goes nothing…The Walt Disney Company(Public, NYSE:DIS)
Reason –I mean really, who doesn’t love Disney!
Mark Crumbley says:
I almost waited too late to pick. I’d like to give Walgreen Co. (WAG) a shot. No particular reason why – just rolling the dice.
Kristy says:
GameStop – GME
K. Trick says:
Global Industries – GLBL
Aimee Gassmann says:
Starbucks Corp – SBUX. I personally do what I can to keep their stock strong and want to see them succeed in 2009. Maybe the impact of Howard Shultz’s return will be realized this year?
Merrill Dubrow says:
Good luck to everyone this year.
The contest is officially closed to all new entries. Three people submitted duplicate picks and one person had a stock less than $1.00. Since today is a holiday we have emailed them and will give them one extra day to respond. We will post the leader board by Wednesday.
Again thanks for participating and good luck to all.
Merrill
Owen Jenkins says:
I think I will go with Revlon. NYSE:REV.
When the economy turns and people starting feeling good they will want
to look good.
Annette Abel says:
Since my original stock was a dup I will go with ENER
Terri McClain says:
Since I had a duplicate I will go with Del Monte (DLM)
Mike Sullivan says:
Since my pick was a duplicate – go with TM – Toyota Motor Corporation
Merrill Dubrow says:
As of January 20th the top 5 leaders are:
Mike Macleod 219.11
Marilyn 151.15
Bill Dunn 39.8
Lynda Manning 23.45
Mike Grio 23.05
A very long way to go.
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
One month is in the record books and Mike Macleod is in the lead:
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 243.95
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 143.33
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 123.81
Seanjjordan Synpatics (SYNA) 41.91
Mike Grio Research In Motion LTD (RIMM) 37.76
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
Three people still have stocks that have increased over 100% – very impressive!
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 290.45
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 183.39
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 147.62
Bill Dunn GT Solar International (SOLR) 77.51
Seanjjordan Synpatics (SYNA) 57.07
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
Recent highlights on the contest – Macleod extends his led and Erin Jewell breaks into the top 5!
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 376.44
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 146.58
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 116.33
Bill Dunn GT Solar International (SOLR) 46.03
Erin Jewell Whole Foods Market (WFMI) 36.02
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
With two months in the record books here are the top 5 leaders:
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 289.81
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 135.84
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 94.56
Bill Dunn GT Solar International (SOLR) 47.76
Erin Jewell Whole Foods Market (WFMI) 28.71
Plenty of time to catch up!
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
Welcome Sarah as a new member to the top 5:
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 271.34
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 100.33
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 83.68
Bill Dunn GT Solar International (SOLR) 39.11
Sarah Kotva Freeport McMoRan (FCX) 38.63
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
A little movement in the top 5. Mike still is way out in the lead.
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 249.69
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 173.29
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG)67.35
Erin Jewell Whole Foods Market (WFMI) 52.34
Sarah Kotva Freeport McMoRan (FCX) 51.56
Merrill Dubrow says:
Watch out for Kevin and RT – they are moving up the rankings very quickly.
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 284.08
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 157.01
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 75.65
Erin Jewell Whole Foods Market (WFMI) 62.82
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 60.55
Merrill Dubrow says:
Kevin continues to have success with Ruby tuesday.
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 343.95
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 186.98
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 110.9
Bill Dunn GT Solar International (SOLR) 102.08
Erin Jewell Whole Foods Market (WFMI) 93.12
Merrill Dubrow says:
Things are tightening up a little bit:
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 291.09
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 211.73
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 158.98
Bill Dunn GT Solar International (SOLR) 118.69
Erin Jewell Whole Foods Market (WFMI) 96.3
Merrill Dubrow says:
Kevin’s pick is still on fire! Today could be the day when he takes the top spot!
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 298.73
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 291.03
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 194.47
Bill Dunn GT Solar International (SOLR) 112.81
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 90.48
Merrill Dubrow says:
It is official. There is a new leader in the contest!
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 323.72
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 323.57
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 207.82
Bill Dunn GT Solar International (SOLR) 141.18
Erin Jewell Whole Foods Market (WFMI) 94.5
Merrill Dubrow says:
Kevin – expands his lead, Macleod drops to third and newcomer Rachel Campbell is in second place.
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 377.57
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 292.8
Mike Macleod Anadys Pharmaceutical (ANDS) 285.99
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 220.53
Bill Dunn GT Solar International (SOLR) 133.22
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
FIRST TIME OF THE YEAR MIKE MACLEOD ISN’T ON THE LEADERBOARD!
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 358.34
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 338.43
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 224.76
Jacob Bonenberger Krispy Kreme Doughnuts (KKD) 157.15
Bill Dunn GT Solar International (SOLR) 127.69
Merrill Dubrow says:
Lets all welcome Kylene to the top 5 for the first time:
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 400
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 380.57
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 255.71
Bill Dunn GT Solar International (SOLR) 159.17
Kylene Ford Motor Co. (F) 148.48
Good luck to all.
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
We have a new leader:
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 348.04
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 285.9
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 268.08
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 147.62
Kylene Ford Motor Co. (F) 139.74
Still plenty of time.
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
Rachel has extended her lead…………..
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 462.01
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 337.83
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 323.46
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 251.03
Kylene Ford Motor Co. (F) 177.73
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
Welcome Scott Cairey to the top 5 – Kevin also slides to number 3:
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 457.21
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 359.94
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 301.93
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 223.81
Scott Cairey Crocs (CROX) 221.78
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
Very close race. Congrads to Marko who is now in the top 5:
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 401.97
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 400.98
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 380.77
Marko Thompson Creek Metals (TC) 209.78
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 176.2
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
Congrads and good luck to Scott Cairey who is now in second place:
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 404.37
Scott Cairey Crocs (CROX) 395.17
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 353.43
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 345.52
Kylene Ford Motor Co. (F) 241.05
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
After 3 months of having the same person (Rachel Campbell) occupy the top spot we now have a new leader:
Scott Cairey Crocs (CROX) 429.04
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 403.06
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 339.75
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 318.25
Marko Thompson Creek Metals (TC) 241.61
Still along way to go.
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
Top 10 leaderboard with 79 days to go in 2009:
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 527.3
Scott Cairey Crocs (CROX) 473.39
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 454.08
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 450.65
Dan Womack Genworth Financial (GNW) 316.61
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 281.64
Erin Jewell Whole Foods Market (WFMI) 248.31
Kylene Ford Motor Co. (F) 232.76
Marko Thompson Creek Metals (TC) 221.81
Sarah Kotva Freeport McMoRan (FCX) 204.75
Good luck to all.
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
Top 10 leaderboard with 47 days to go in 2009:
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 531.88
Scott Cairey Crocs (CROX) 354.84
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 312.83
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 303.91
Dan Womack Genworth Financial (GNW) 298.24
Kylene Ford Motor Co. (F) 267.25
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 258.51
Sarah Kotva Freeport McMoRan (FCX) 233.76
Marko Thompson Creek Metals (TC) 194.99
Erin Jewell Whole Foods Market (WFMI) 191.21
Good luck.
Merrill
Merrill Dubrow says:
On to the home stretch – will anyone catch Rachel?
Rachel Campbell Dendreon (DNDN) 495.2
Scott Cairey Crocs (CROX) 337.1
Kevin Ruby Tuesday (RT) 319.88
Uncle J NovaGold Resources (NG) 314.97
Dan Womack Genworth Financial (GNW) 309.55
Kylene Ford Motor Co. (F) 290.4
Marilyn Palm (PALM) 282.09
Sarah Kotva Freeport McMoRan (FCX) 226.81
Marko Thompson Creek Metals (TC) 191.48
Owen Jenkins Revlon (REV) 189.66
Merrill