My 16 Predictions for 2011 (and Beyond)

Happy New Year!

I know that this picture doesn't have anything to do with investing, but I think it's a cute picture. I have a soft spot for things that make me smile.

You didn't click to hear me explain my picture, you want to know my predictions (maybe not MY predictions but just predictions in general).

So without making you wait any longer, here are MY predictions for 2011 and beyond:

Quick Analysis: Kimco Realty Corp (KIM)

KIM: Kimco Realty Corp

Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) that invests primarily in shopping centers anchored by grocery store chains and discount stores located a short distance outside metropolitan areas

Recent Range: $9/share – $45/share (Current Price: 15.30, as of close of 5/5/10)

Price/Sales (P/S) = 7.89 (5.55, Industry)
Price/Book (P/B) = 1.28 (3.19)
Gross Margin = 69.9% (68.6%)
Pre-Tax Margin = -4.4% (3.8%)
Debt/Equity Ratio = 0.91 (2.51)
Current Ratio = Not Available
Return on Equity = -1.3% (-2.2%)
Return on Assets = 0.0% (0.8%)

Analysis: There are more things about this stock to like than dislike. The Price/Book is higher than I like, but it is a lot smaller than its competitors.