Our second time owning media company Tribune (NYSE:TRCO) was not nearly as gratifying as our first successful investment in the company’s bonds as it came out of bankruptcy. This time, our value declined due to disappointing results at the TV division, a weak spectrum auction, and a lack of value growth from other assets. Our small positive return amid these disappointments speaks to the margin of safety in our initial purchase.
From Longleaf Partners first quarter 2017 Small-Cap Fund Commentary.