Jump Search | Advanced Search
U.S.  |  EUROPE  |  ASIA HOME PAGE FOR THE WORLD'S BUSINESS LEADERS
 
Home > Business > Services
 
   The Overachievers
The Overachievers Of 2002
Lisa DiCarlo, 11.05.02, 12:00 PM ET

NEW YORK - Last year Forbes.com ran its first annual Overachievers list. These were five companies that, despite the dramatic U.S. economic slump, had managed to grow profits and sales without laying off employees. We also included growth in share price as a metric of being an overachiever.

Finding five companies that fit these criteria was tough last year. This year it is even more difficult, as the hoped-for economic recovery failed to materialize. But they do exist. We picked five companies from a range of industries. This is by no means a definitive list but rather a representative sample. Here we present the 2002 Overachievers. Bookmark this page to read each of our profiles as they are published.

The Overachievers: Boston Scientific Has Heart 11.08.02
After a string of bad luck, the medical device manufacturer has delivered two years of solid growth.

The Overachievers: Pixar's Animated Growth 11.07.02
Steve Jobs' filmmaking studio is 4-for-4. Can it continue its monster success?

The Overachievers: Wal-Mart Stocks Up 11.06.02
Who says big companies can't continue to grow in a big way?

The Overachievers: Viacom's Clear Signal 11.05.02
Hit TV and cable properties help the media company trump the dismal advertising market.

The Overachievers: Starbucks Delivers 11.04.02
It has posted 30% average profit growth for a decade and shows no signs of slowing down.

The Overachievers -- 2001 12.05.01
Five companies that have had a stellar 2001 despite this year's severe economic slump.






1 of 1
E-mail story
Send comments 		Print story
Request a reprint
Today's Top Stories
 
Home Depot Slows As Lowe's Grows
Forbes.com staff - 1/3/03 7:32:50 AM ET
The big orange box stumbles as its competitor targets women to boost sales.
 
 Tech Deals Signal All Clear--And Caution
David Simons - 1/3/03 7:00:00 AM ET
When acquisitions are done for cash, the buyers and sellers aren't always on the same page.
 
 Wall Street Decides Manufacturing Is Good
Dan Ackman - 1/3/03 8:45:24 AM ET
The day-one rally was caused by a rise in manufacturing, they say. For Wall Street, that's a new one.
 
 The Best And Worst Stocks Of 2002
Tricia McGinnis - 1/3/03 8:30:00 AM ET
Here are the ten large-cap winners and losers of 2002.
 
 A Look Ahead
Edited by Paul Maidment - 12/20/02 7:45:00 PM ET
Forbes editors and writers lift the lid on the big trends for 2003.
 
 Archive | More From Forbes.com | Special Reports
 

   
E-Mail Alerts

Topics
  Overachievers
  U.S. Business
  Earnings
  Management
Enter E-Mail Address:

FAQ
Privacy Policy
Subscribe To Forbes

Related stories
SEC Budget To Get A Boost
Tech Deals Signal All Clear--And Caution
Home Depot Slows; Lowe's Grows

Get quotes




   
 
Expert Advice to Help Put Your Portfolio in the Best Shape

Forbes.com offers you access to some of the world's best investment advisors and commentators. Combine our helpful analysis with our useful investing tools to make the most of your investments.

Analysis:

Commentary:

  • Portfolio Strategy

Tools:

  • Fund Screener
  • Corporate Events Calendar

eLibrary @ Forbes.com more > 
Research topics related to this story in the eLibrary news and magazine archives. Free 7-day trial.
Overachievers  U.S. Business 
Earnings  Management 
 
  

 

 
Ad Information       Forbes.com Wireless       Reprints / Permissions       Subscriber Services      
© 2002 Forbes.com™      All Rights Reserved       Privacy Statement       Terms, Conditions and Notices 		 
 

   
Market data provided by Reuters. Disclaimer
Stock quotes are delayed at least 15 minutes for Nasdaq, at least 20 minutes for NYSE/AMEX.
U.S. indexes are delayed at least 15 minutes with the exception of S&P; 500 which is real-time.
Forbes 40 Index powered by Telemet.
News may include latest headlines from Reuters.