Will Ashworth

Will Ashworth

InvestorPlace Contributor

Expertise: Public and private companies, Portfolio construction

About Will:
Will Ashworth has written about investments full-time since 2008. He loves investing and is passionate about helping others put their money to work. He particularly enjoys creating model portfolios that stand the test of time.

Publications where he’s appeared include InvestorPlace, The Motley Fool Canada, Investopedia, Kiplinger, and several others in both the U.S. and Canada. He lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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Recent Articles

Memo to Buffett — Dump GE, Pick Up Deere

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

With GE no longer a powerhouse performer, Berkshire would do well to sell it and buy this 175-year-old company instead.

Thumbs Up for Dell, Down for Microsoft

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

As Dell continues to strengthen its position, longtime collaborator Microsoft continues to bolster its reputation for stodginess.

5 Stocks Seeking Growth Through India

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

Watch out, Café Coffee Day. Starbucks is finalizing a deal to open shops all across India. In fact, SBUX is not the only company that sees growth potential there.

Insiders Have Decided — American Eagle Looks Better Than Abercrombie

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

Abercrombie & Fitch and American Eagle Outfitters no longer report monthly results, but insider buying and selling may give us a clue to how they're faring. Which stock is seeing hefty buys?

AT&T’s T-Mobile Merger Not Doing Anyone Any Favors

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

AT&T claims its merger with T-Mobile will create jobs and better service. Neither will happen, and AT&T will pay either way. There's a better telecom stock to consider.

Of E-Trade’s Leading Suitors, TD Ameritrade Is the Best Buy

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

Toronto-Dominion's ownership, as well as a better valuation, make AMTD the smart buy -- but Schwab's poor franchise model really hits it home.

Hertz’s ‘Winning’ Bid for Dollar Thrifty Is Avis’ Gain

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

Avis’ decision to withdraw its offer for Dollar Thrifty leaves it better able to compete globally.

Don’t Let Ego Keep You From Selling Stumbling JPMorgan

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

JPMorgan has troubling financials and an egomaniac at the helm -- in a bad sector, that's bad news. Consider regionals like KeyBank instead.

MGM Resorts a Better Vegas Play than LVS

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

No one is saying Las Vegas Sands isn't a good company, but MGM is regaining its clout and comes at a far better value.

Kindle Fire or Not, Amazon’s No Better Value Than Apple

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

Amazon's sales tax fight and a quick glance at both companies' financials make any positioning in the tablet wars a moot point -- Apple's where you should trade.

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