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DHR: Bull or Bear?

Consider Danaher, because bar codes and smart instruments rule DHR

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If you've ever scanned a product or otherwise use a bar code, then you know the value in Danaher Corp. (NYSE: DHR).

Among other devices, Danaher makes electronic and environmental testing products, including devices that read bar codes.

Further, although analysts generally see low, single-digit revenue growth for FY2009, sales growth beyond that should be assisted by new and improved products, by the economic recovery, and via acquisitions. Analysts are also impressed by DHR's productivity improvements and cost-cutting efforts. The company's balance sheet is strong....

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By Joseph Lazzaro (-14.43% risk: moderate) 06/04/09

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Bullish on DHR ... DHR

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BusinessWeek Rankings BusinessWeek 50 BusinessWeek 50 2005 #43 Analysts' Recommendation: Buy 30 Days Ago: Buy Analysts' Target: $93 Analysts' Targets Deutsche Bank Securities $90 Neutral Thursday, February 07, 2008 UBS Securities $95 Hold Wednesday, January 16, 2008 Danaher Corporation designs, manufactures, and markets professional, medical, industrial, and consumer products. It operates through four segments: Professional Instrumentation, Medical Technologies, Industrial Technologies, and Tools and Components. The Professional Instrumentati...

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By Marian Filo (-24.55% risk: aggressive) 07/12/08

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Danaher: The next Berkshire? DHR

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Danaher is a multi-national manufacturer of a diverse portfolio of products which include: Craftsman tools; Medical equipment; Industrial Testing equipment; Water Treatment equipment; Defense Equipment; and soooo much more. You must really view their website to see the complete number of business involved in this fantastic company.

Danaher is frequently a favorite of analysts looking for diversified manufactures and has around 70% institutional ownership. Growth rates have consistently been over 10% and at a P/E of 18 sells for only a slight premium over less productive competi< />< />...

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By Mike (-42.08% risk: moderate) 01/18/08

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GOAL REACHED: Danaher Corporation (DHR) DHR

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Five Percent Stocks announced that Danaher Corporation (DHR) has met its short-term investment goal of 5 percent. The blog has closed its position in Danaher Corporation (DHR). Sell price: $75.36Days held: 12 days Position opened at: $71.76Return: 5.0%Reason closed: Met 5% goal Please keep in mind that Five Percent Stocks works strictly to its mission [...]

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By fivepercentstocks (-32.23% risk: aggressive) 02/06/07

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