Andrew Leckey

Q. Please comment on the prospects for stock of BP PLC. I did not envision its decline. M.J., via the Internet A. Lower oil prices make two groups unhappy: Oil...

Q. The stock of eBay has really gone into the tank. What is the outlook? F.H., via the Internet A. A slowing economy is taking a heavy toll, especially as...

Q: I am unhappy with the performance of my stock in Vodafone Group PLC. I'd been told it was such a great company. F.R., via the Internet A: The world's...

Q: Why have shares of Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. done well this year when many competitors haven't? P.J. via the Internet A: The name on the company's famous brand of...

Q: Does it look like my good fortune with my H.J. Heinz Co. shares will continue? F.C., via the Internet A: Frozen potatoes and soy sauce have never looked so...

Q: Are things looking up for my Dell Inc. shares? R.H., via the Internet A: The world's second-largest computer-maker, behind Hewlett-Packard Co., has become leaner and more aggressive as it...

Q: Will my shares of Halliburton Co. continue to go up like they have? I am hoping they will. C.R., via the Internet A: The world's second-largest oilfield contractor is...

Q: Please give your prognosis for shares of Kroger Co. F.L., via the Internet A: The nation's largest conventional grocery chain, despite its impressive pricing power over food producers, must...

Q: Is there hope for Eastman Kodak Co.? It does finally seem to have some things going for it. F.C., via the Internet A: This famous name in photography has...

Q: Any hope for my shares of Borders Group Inc.? L.R., via the Internet A: No book lover or investor will like the plotline: Accomplishing a turnaround in a changing...