Sentences with phrase «generate high returns on invested capital»

«We like stocks that generate high returns on invested capital,» Warren Buffett told those in attendance at Berkshire's 1995 annual meeting, «where there is a strong likelihood that it will continue to do so.»

Anadarko has some of the highest quality assets in the U.S. onshore market, generating high returns on invested capital and holding a large inventory of undrilled locations.

But what about buying good companies that generate a high return on invested capital without looking to see if the companies are over - or undervalued?

The fact that a company generates a high return on invested capital does not make it a market beating investment; valuation is more important.

Quality relates to the ability of the business to generate higher return on invested capital.

Not exact matches

Wal - Mart has generated a return on invested capital (ROIC) of 12 % or higher in every year since 1999.

Speaking on the Citi Breakfast show he stated that countries that borrow to invest in capital expenditure which will generate a commercial return which is higher than the borrowed money then it is a good thing.

American States Water (AWR) trades at 16 times forward earnings estimates, and generates very low returns on invested capital (5.15 % in the trailing 12 month period, which was higher than in any period in the last 10 years.)

It was the original management that seemed to generate very high returns on invested capital, because the guy actually knew how to run successful exhibits.

Mauboussin's research supports Graham's view that, while some businesses do generate persistently high or low returns on invested capital beyond what chance dictates, there exists a strong tendency toward mean reversion in most businesses.

I also try to invest in companies with 5 years avg ROCE of more than 25 % — assumption being management being prudent and high quality will generate good returns on capital available to them.

Today's real estate market offers opportunities for owners to acquire multifamily properties and renovate units to drive higher rents and generate compelling returns on the invested capital.