Arnold Van Den Berg likes to buy quality stocks when they have the lowest rolling 10-year price to sales (P/S) ratios. That is how he achieved more than 20% a year over the past 20 years. Arnold Van Den Berg owns 57 stocks with a total value of $3.7 billion. These are the details of the buys and sells during the second quarter.
Arnold Van Den Berg buys Walgreen Co., YRC Worldwide, Inc., Office Depot Inc., Williams-sonoma Inc., Arkansas Best Corp., Ethan Allen Interiors Inc., Rogers Corp., Aaron Rents Inc., Furniture Brands International, Target Corp., Lawson Products Inc., Dun & Bradstreet Corp., Pepsico Inc., sells Whirlpool Corp., Dow Jones & Co. Inc., Kaman Corporation, Robbins & Myers Inc., Powell Industries Inc., Berkshirehathaway Inc. Cl B, Fossil Inc., Cdw Corp., Usec Inc., Paxar Corp. during the 3-months ended 06/30/2007, according to the most recent filings of his investment company, Century Management. Arnold Van Den Berg owns 57 stocks with a total value of $3.7 billion. These are the details of the buys and sells.
New Purchases: ABFS, DNB, ETH, FBN, LAWS, ODP, PEP, RNT, ROG, TGT, WAG, WSM, YRCW,
Added Positions: IMN, INTC, IVC, JNJ, LEG, LZB, MAS, PG, WFC, WPL,
Reduced Positions: EL, GLW, GWW, NWL,
Sold Out: BRK-B, CDWC, DJ, FOSL, KAMN, POWL, RBN, USU, WHR,
Added: Leggett & Platt Inc. (LEG, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Furnishings company Leggett & Platt Inc. by 88.34%. His purchase prices were between $21.6 and $24.32, with an estimated average price of $23.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 1.39%. His holdings were 5,235,901 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Leggett & Platt, Incorporated engages in the design and production of a range of engineered components and products worldwide. It operates in five segments: Residential Furnishings, Commercial Fixturing & Components, Aluminum Products etc. Leggett & Platt Inc. has a market cap of $3.47 billion, its shares were traded at around $20.77 with with P/E ratio of 11.76 and P/S ratio of 0.67.
Added: Imation Corp. (IMN, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Computer Hardware company Imation Corp. by 124.37%. His purchase prices were between $37.03 and $41.15, with an estimated average price of $38.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 1.16%. His holdings were 2,611,075 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Imation Corp. engages in the development, manufacture, sourcing, marketing, and distribution of removable data storage media products and accessories worldwide. Imation Corp. has a market cap of $1.32 billion, its shares were traded at around $29.47 with with P/E ratio of 19.65 and P/S ratio of 0.71.
Added: Masco Corp. (MAS, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Building Materials & Fixtures company Masco Corp. by 111.96%. His purchase prices were between $26.65 and $30.26, with an estimated average price of $28.5. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.99%. His holdings were 2,637,953 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Masco Corporation manufactures, distributes, and installs home improvement and building products primarily in North America. It operates through five segments: Cabinets and Related Products, Plumbing Products, Installation and Other Services. Masco Corp. has a market cap of $9.65 billion, its shares were traded at around $26.03 with with P/E ratio of 25.13 and P/S ratio of 0.79.
Added: WP Stewart & Co. Ltd. (WPL, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Investment Services company WP Stewart & Co. Ltd. by 32.07%. His purchase prices were between $9.66 and $10.67, with an estimated average price of $10. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.84%. His holdings were 13,032,152 shares as of 06/30/2007.
WP Stewart & Co. Ltd is a privately owned investment manager with approximately $8.4 billion ($8.34 billion) assets under management. The firm provides its services to high net-worth individuals, trusts, partnerships, private corporations. WP Stewart & Co. Ltd. has a market cap of $470.27 billion, its shares were traded at around $9.7 with with P/S ratio of 3.87.
Added: Wells Fargo & Co. (WFC, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Banks company Wells Fargo & Co. by 34.96%. His purchase prices were between $33.87 and $36.1, with an estimated average price of $35.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.74%. His holdings were 3,060,526 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Wells Fargo & Company, through its subsidiaries, provides banking and financial products and services in the United States. The company operates in three segments: Community Banking, Wholesale Banking, and Wells Fargo Financial. Wells Fargo & Co. has a market cap of $114.98 billion, its shares were traded at around $34.16 with with P/E ratio of 13.19 and P/S ratio of 3.27.
Added: Invacare Corp. (IVC, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Medical Supplies company Invacare Corp. by 122.81%. His purchase prices were between $17.76 and $18.98, with an estimated average price of $18.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.59%. His holdings were 1,700,112 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Invacare Corporation engages in the design, manufacture, and distribution of medical equipment for the non-acute health care markets. It offers rehab, standard, respiratory, institutional, and other products. Invacare Corp. has a market cap of $725.54 billion, its shares were traded at around $22.99 with with P/S ratio of 0.48.
Added: La-Z-boy Inc. (LZB, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Furnishings company La-z-boy Inc. by 252.89%. His purchase prices were between $11.5 and $12.46, with an estimated average price of $11.9. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.34%. His holdings were 1,814,446 shares as of 06/30/2007.
La-Z-Boy Incorporated manufactures and markets upholstered furniture and casegoods furniture products in the United States and Canada. It operates in three groups: Upholstery Group, Casegoods Group, and Retail Group. La-Z-Boy Inc. has a market cap of $542.18 billion, its shares were traded at around $9.45 with with P/E ratio of 130.88 and P/S ratio of 0.30.
Added: Intel Corp. (INTC, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Semiconductors company Intel Corp. by 32.08%. His purchase prices were between $19.39 and $24.13, with an estimated average price of $22.1. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.34%. His holdings were 2,117,455 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Intel Corporation engages in the manufacture and sale of semiconductor chips, as well as in the development of advanced integrated digital technology platforms for the computing and communications industries worldwide. Intel Corp. has a market cap of $140.04 billion, its shares were traded at around $23.92 with with P/E ratio of 24.65 and P/S ratio of 3.88.
Added: Procter & Gamble Co. (PG, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Nondurable Household Products company Procter & Gamble Co. by 86.2%. His purchase prices were between $60.69 and $63.13, with an estimated average price of $62.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.01%. His holdings were 9,658 shares as of 06/30/2007.
The Procter & Gamble Company and its subsidiaries engage in the manufacture and marketing of various consumer products worldwide. It operates in seven segments: Beauty; Health Care; Fabric Care and Home Care; Pet Health, Snacks and Coffee. Procter & Gamble Co. has a market cap of $205.91 billion, its shares were traded at around $64.97 with with P/E ratio of 21.50 and P/S ratio of 2.68.
Added: Johnson & Johnson (JNJ, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Pharmaceuticals company Johnson & Johnson by 29.65%. His purchase prices were between $60.73 and $64.7, with an estimated average price of $62.6. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was less than 0.01%. His holdings were 7,399 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Johnson & Johnson engages in the manufacture and sale of various products in the health care field worldwide. Its Consumer segment offers products used in the baby and kids care, skin care, oral care, wound care, and women's health care fields. Johnson & Johnson has a market cap of $177.12 billion, its shares were traded at around $60.83 with with P/E ratio of 16.94 and P/S ratio of 3.08.
New Purchase: Walgreen Co. (WAG, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Drug Retailers company Walgreen Co.. His purchase prices were between $43.53 and $46.16, with an estimated average price of $45. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 2.64%. His holdings were 2,052,035 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Walgreen Co. operates a chain of drugstores in the United States. These drugstores sell prescription and non-prescription drugs, and general merchandise. Walgreen Co. has a market cap of $46.13 billion, its shares were traded at around $47.14 with with P/E ratio of 22.80 and P/S ratio of 0.89.
New Purchase: YRC Worldwide, Inc. (YRCW, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Trucking company YRC Worldwide, Inc.. His purchase prices were between $37.31 and $44.62, with an estimated average price of $39.9. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 2.36%. His holdings were 2,763,067 shares as of 06/30/2007.
YRC Worldwide, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides transportation services for the shipment of industrial, commercial, and retail goods in the United States and internationally. YRC Worldwide, Inc. has a market cap of $1.88 billion, its shares were traded at around $31.28 with with P/E ratio of 9.56 and P/S ratio of 0.18.
New Purchase: Office Depot Inc. (ODP)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Specialty Retailers company Office Depot Inc.. His purchase prices were between $31.81 and $36.26, with an estimated average price of $34.8. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 1.41%. His holdings were 2,320,059 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Office Depot, Inc. provides various office products and services worldwide. The company sells an assortment of merchandise, including brand name and private brand office supplies, business machines and computers, computer software, etc. Office Depot Inc. has a market cap of $6.38 billion, its shares were traded at around $22.2 with with P/E ratio of 12.30 and P/S ratio of 0.39.
New Purchase: Williams-sonoma Inc. (WSM)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Specialty Retailers company Williams-sonoma Inc.. His purchase prices were between $31.59 and $36.27, with an estimated average price of $34.1. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 1.38%. His holdings were 1,574,526 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. operates as a specialty retailer of home products in the United States and Canada. It offers culinary and serving equipment, including cookware, cookbooks, cutlery, informal dinnerware, glassware, table linens, etc. Williams-Sonoma Inc. has a market cap of $3.39 billion, its shares were traded at around $32.09 with with P/E ratio of 17.32 and P/S ratio of 0.95.
New Purchase: Arkansas Best Corp. (ABFS)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Trucking company Arkansas Best Corp.. His purchase prices were between $35.97 and $40.93, with an estimated average price of $38.9. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.82%. His holdings were 852,261 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Arkansas Best Corporation, through its subsidiaries, provides motor carrier transportation services in the United States. The company offers national, inter-regional, and regional transportation of general commodities, including food, textiles, etc. Arkansas Best Corp. has a market cap of $912.52 billion, its shares were traded at around $35.05 with with P/E ratio of 13.11 and P/S ratio of 0.48.
New Purchase: Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. (ETH)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Furnishings company Ethan Allen Interiors Inc.. His purchase prices were between $34.14 and $36.89, with an estimated average price of $35.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.66%. His holdings were 724,528 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Ethan Allen Interiors, Inc. engages in manufacturing and retailing home furnishings and accessories. It operates in two segments: Wholesale and Retail. Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. has a market cap of $1.04 billion, its shares were traded at around $33.54 with with P/E ratio of 15.45 and P/S ratio of 1.04.
New Purchase: Rogers Corp. (ROG)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Specialty Chemicals company Rogers Corp.. His purchase prices were between $37.21 and $46.77, with an estimated average price of $41.7. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.59%. His holdings were 483,446 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Rogers Corporation develops, manufactures, and distributes specialty material-based products and components for original equipment manufacturers and contract manufacturers worldwide. Rogers Corp. has a market cap of $740.73 billion, its shares were traded at around $44.31 with with P/E ratio of 20.98 and P/S ratio of 1.70.
New Purchase: Aaron Rents Inc. (RNT)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Specialty Retailers company Aaron Rents Inc.. His purchase prices were between $26.02 and $29.88, with an estimated average price of $28.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.12%. His holdings were 177,020 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Aaron Rents, Inc. engages in the lease ownership, rental, and retail sale of consumer electronics, computers, residential and office furniture, household appliances, and accessories in the United States and Canada. Aaron Rents Inc. has a market cap of $1.36 billion, its shares were traded at around $25.25 with with P/E ratio of 15.82 and P/S ratio of 0.98.
New Purchase: Furniture Brands International (FBN)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Furnishings company Furniture Brands International. His purchase prices were between $14.01 and $16, with an estimated average price of $14.8. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.07%. His holdings were 193,125 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Furniture Brands International, Inc., through its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes residential furniture products in the United States. Furniture Brands International has a market cap of $594.68 billion, its shares were traded at around $12.51 with with P/E ratio of 35.96 and P/S ratio of 0.27.
New Purchase: Target Corp. (TGT)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Broadline Retailers company Target Corp.. His purchase prices were between $58.13 and $64.27, with an estimated average price of $61.4. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.06%. His holdings were 33,550 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Target Corporation engages in the operation of general merchandise and food discount stores in the United States. It offers an assortment of general merchandise, including consumables and commodities; electronics, entertainment, sporting goods, etc. Target Corp. has a market cap of $53.1 billion, its shares were traded at around $62.52 with with P/E ratio of 18.70 and P/S ratio of 0.88.
New Purchase: Lawson Products Inc. (LAWS)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Diversified Industrials company Lawson Products Inc.. His purchase prices were between $35.02 and $39.09, with an estimated average price of $36.6. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.05%. His holdings were 49,634 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Lawson Products, Inc. engages in the distribution and marketing of systems, services, and products to the industrial, commercial, and institutional maintenance, repair, and replacement marketplace. Lawson Products Inc. has a market cap of $316.08 billion, its shares were traded at around $35.29 with with P/E ratio of 37.13 and P/S ratio of 0.58.
New Purchase: Dun & Bradstreet Corp. (DNB)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Business Support Services company Dun & Bradstreet Corp.. His purchase prices were between $90.07 and $103.64, with an estimated average price of $96.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.02%. His holdings were 7,000 shares as of 06/30/2007.
The Dun & Bradstreet Corporation (D&B) provides business information and tools in the United States and internationally. The company offers various solutions, including Risk Management Solutions, Sales and Marketing Solutions, Supply Management. Dun & Bradstreet Corp. has a market cap of $5.41 billion, its shares were traded at around $92.55 with with P/E ratio of 20.29 and P/S ratio of 3.47.
New Purchase: Pepsico Inc. (PEP)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Soft Drinks company Pepsico Inc.. His purchase prices were between $63.33 and $69.09, with an estimated average price of $66.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.01%. His holdings were 4,241 shares as of 06/30/2007.
PepsiCo, Inc. operates as a snack and beverage company. Its Frito-Lay North America division manufactures, markets, sells, and distributes branded snacks, including Lay's potato chips, Doritos tortilla chips, Tostitos tortilla chips, etc. Pepsico Inc. has a market cap of $109.79 billion, its shares were traded at around $68.5 with with P/E ratio of 19.06 and P/S ratio of 3.02.
Reduced: Newell Rubbermaid Inc. (NWL)
Arnold Van Den Berg reduced to his holdings in Durable Household Products company Newell Rubbermaid Inc. by 44.18%. His sale prices were between $29.12 and $31.51, with an estimated average price of $30.4. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was 0.65%. Arnold Van Den Berg still held 1,302,427 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Newell Rubbermaid, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, packaging, and distribution of consumer and commercial products worldwide. It operates in four segments: Cleaning, Organization & Decor; Office Products; Tools & Hardware; etc. Newell Rubbermaid Inc. has a market cap of $7.26 billion, its shares were traded at around $26.46 with with P/E ratio of 18.01 and P/S ratio of 1.16.
Reduced: Ww Grainger Inc. (GWW)
Arnold Van Den Berg reduced to his holdings in Business Support Services company Ww Grainger Inc. by 57.41%. His sale prices were between $76.88 and $92.56, with an estimated average price of $85.1. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was 0.6%. Arnold Van Den Berg still held 408,161 shares as of 06/30/2007.
W.W. Grainger, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, supplies facilities maintenance and other-related products in North America. It operates in three segments: Grainger Branch-Based, Acklands ?Grainger Branch-based, and Lab Safety. WW Grainger Inc. has a market cap of $7.29 billion, its shares were traded at around $84.61 with with P/E ratio of 18.49 and P/S ratio of 1.16.
Reduced: Estee Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)
Arnold Van Den Berg reduced to his holdings in Personal Products company Estee Lauder Companies Inc. by 86.95%. His sale prices were between $45.42 and $50.9, with an estimated average price of $47.7. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was 0.11%. Arnold Van Den Berg still held 168,750 shares as of 06/30/2007.
The Estee Lauder Companies, Inc. engages in the manufacture, marketing, and sale of skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products primarily under stee Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Prescriptives, Lab Series, Origins, American Beauty, etc. Estee Lauder Companies Inc. has a market cap of $8.38 billion, its shares were traded at around $43.25 with with P/E ratio of 22.67 and P/S ratio of 1.22.
Reduced: Corning Inc. (GLW)
Arnold Van Den Berg reduced to his holdings in Telecom Equipment company Corning Inc. by 68.18%. His sale prices were between $23.48 and $26.34, with an estimated average price of $24.6. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was 0.01%. Arnold Van Den Berg still held 11,600 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Corning Incorporated provides technology-based products in the United States. It operates in four segments: Display Technologies, Telecommunications, Environmental Technologies, and Life Sciences. Corning Inc. has a market cap of $37.02 billion, its shares were traded at around $23.59 with with P/E ratio of 19.72 and P/S ratio of 6.93.
Sold Out: Powell Industries Inc. (POWL)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Electrical Components & Equipment company Powell Industries Inc.. His sale prices were between $27.77 and $36.99, with an estimated average price of $31.5. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Powell Industries, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the development, design, manufacture, and service of equipment and systems for the management and control of electrical energy and other critical processes worldwide. Powell Industries Inc. has a market cap of $391.17 billion, its shares were traded at around $35.74 with .
Sold Out: Dow Jones & Co. Inc. (DJ)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Publishing company Dow Jones & Co. Inc.. His sale prices were between $33.89 and $60.92, with an estimated average price of $49.9. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Dow Jones & Company, Inc. provides global business and financial news, information, and insight through newspapers, newswires, magazines, the Internet, indexes, television, and radio. Dow Jones & Co. Inc. has a market cap of $5.02 billion, its shares were traded at around $58.48 with with P/E ratio of 14.51 and P/S ratio of 2.60.
Sold Out: Fossil Inc. (FOSL)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Clothing & Accessories company Fossil Inc.. His sale prices were between $26.58 and $31.24, with an estimated average price of $29.9. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Fossil, Inc. engages in the design, development, marketing, and distribution of fashion watches and accessories. The company offers fashion watches, as well as small leather goods, belts, handbags, sunglasses, jewelry, and apparel. Fossil Inc. has a market cap of $1.85 billion, its shares were traded at around $26.27 with with P/E ratio of 29.46 and P/S ratio of 1.60.
Sold Out: Robbins & Myers Inc. (RBN)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Electronic Equipment company Robbins & Myers Inc.. His sale prices were between $40.08 and $47.84, with an estimated average price of $44.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Robbins & Myers, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, and marketing of equipment and systems for the pharmaceutical, energy, and industrial markets worldwide. Robbins & Myers Inc. has a market cap of $840.34 billion, its shares were traded at around $47.05 with with P/E ratio of 20.07 and P/S ratio of 1.20.
Sold Out: Kaman Corporation (KAMN)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Business Support Services company Kaman Corporation. His sale prices were between $23.36 and $31.87, with an estimated average price of $27.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Kaman Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in distributing industrial components in North America, Europe, Asia, South America, and Australia. Kaman Corporation has a market cap of $847.38 billion, its shares were traded at around $34.09 with with P/E ratio of 22.10 and P/S ratio of 0.67.
Sold Out: Cdw Corp. (CDWC)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Business Support Services company Cdw Corp.. His sale prices were between $61.2 and $85.07, with an estimated average price of $76.7. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
CDW Corporation provides multi-branded information technology products and services to business, government, and education customers in the United States and Canada. CDW Corp. has a market cap of $6.66 billion, its shares were traded at around $83.78 with with P/E ratio of 23.33 and P/S ratio of 0.89.
Sold Out: Usec Inc. (USU)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Electricity company Usec Inc.. His sale prices were between $17.53 and $23.91, with an estimated average price of $21.4. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
USEC, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, supplies low enriched uranium (LEU) for commercial nuclear power plants worldwide. It sells separative work units (SWU) component of LEU, the SWU and uranium components of LEU, and uranium. USEC Inc. has a market cap of $1.36 billion, its shares were traded at around $13.52 with with P/E ratio of 17.90 and P/S ratio of 0.72.
Sold Out: Whirlpool Corp. (WHR)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Furnishings company Whirlpool Corp.. His sale prices were between $85.94 and $114.7, with an estimated average price of $106.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Whirlpool Corporation engages in the manufacture and marketing of home appliances worldwide. Its principal products include laundry appliances, refrigerators and freezers, cooking appliances, dishwashers, room air-conditioning equipment, and mixer...Warning Whirlpool Corp. has a market cap of $7.41 billion, its shares were traded at around $96.78 with with P/E ratio of 14.98 and P/S ratio of 0.40.
Sold Out: Berkshirehathaway Inc. Cl B (BRK-B)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Property & Casualty Insurance company Berkshirehathaway Inc. Cl B. His sale prices were between $3578 and $3668, with an estimated average price of $3626.6. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Arnold Van Den Berg buys Walgreen Co., YRC Worldwide, Inc., Office Depot Inc., Williams-sonoma Inc., Arkansas Best Corp., Ethan Allen Interiors Inc., Rogers Corp., Aaron Rents Inc., Furniture Brands International, Target Corp., Lawson Products Inc., Dun & Bradstreet Corp., Pepsico Inc., sells Whirlpool Corp., Dow Jones & Co. Inc., Kaman Corporation, Robbins & Myers Inc., Powell Industries Inc., Berkshirehathaway Inc. Cl B, Fossil Inc., Cdw Corp., Usec Inc., Paxar Corp. during the 3-months ended 06/30/2007, according to the most recent filings of his investment company, Century Management. Arnold Van Den Berg owns 57 stocks with a total value of $3.7 billion. These are the details of the buys and sells.
New Purchases: ABFS, DNB, ETH, FBN, LAWS, ODP, PEP, RNT, ROG, TGT, WAG, WSM, YRCW,
Added Positions: IMN, INTC, IVC, JNJ, LEG, LZB, MAS, PG, WFC, WPL,
Reduced Positions: EL, GLW, GWW, NWL,
Sold Out: BRK-B, CDWC, DJ, FOSL, KAMN, POWL, RBN, USU, WHR,
Added: Leggett & Platt Inc. (LEG, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Furnishings company Leggett & Platt Inc. by 88.34%. His purchase prices were between $21.6 and $24.32, with an estimated average price of $23.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 1.39%. His holdings were 5,235,901 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Leggett & Platt, Incorporated engages in the design and production of a range of engineered components and products worldwide. It operates in five segments: Residential Furnishings, Commercial Fixturing & Components, Aluminum Products etc. Leggett & Platt Inc. has a market cap of $3.47 billion, its shares were traded at around $20.77 with with P/E ratio of 11.76 and P/S ratio of 0.67.
Added: Imation Corp. (IMN, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Computer Hardware company Imation Corp. by 124.37%. His purchase prices were between $37.03 and $41.15, with an estimated average price of $38.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 1.16%. His holdings were 2,611,075 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Imation Corp. engages in the development, manufacture, sourcing, marketing, and distribution of removable data storage media products and accessories worldwide. Imation Corp. has a market cap of $1.32 billion, its shares were traded at around $29.47 with with P/E ratio of 19.65 and P/S ratio of 0.71.
Added: Masco Corp. (MAS, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Building Materials & Fixtures company Masco Corp. by 111.96%. His purchase prices were between $26.65 and $30.26, with an estimated average price of $28.5. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.99%. His holdings were 2,637,953 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Masco Corporation manufactures, distributes, and installs home improvement and building products primarily in North America. It operates through five segments: Cabinets and Related Products, Plumbing Products, Installation and Other Services. Masco Corp. has a market cap of $9.65 billion, its shares were traded at around $26.03 with with P/E ratio of 25.13 and P/S ratio of 0.79.
Added: WP Stewart & Co. Ltd. (WPL, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Investment Services company WP Stewart & Co. Ltd. by 32.07%. His purchase prices were between $9.66 and $10.67, with an estimated average price of $10. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.84%. His holdings were 13,032,152 shares as of 06/30/2007.
WP Stewart & Co. Ltd is a privately owned investment manager with approximately $8.4 billion ($8.34 billion) assets under management. The firm provides its services to high net-worth individuals, trusts, partnerships, private corporations. WP Stewart & Co. Ltd. has a market cap of $470.27 billion, its shares were traded at around $9.7 with with P/S ratio of 3.87.
Added: Wells Fargo & Co. (WFC, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Banks company Wells Fargo & Co. by 34.96%. His purchase prices were between $33.87 and $36.1, with an estimated average price of $35.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.74%. His holdings were 3,060,526 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Wells Fargo & Company, through its subsidiaries, provides banking and financial products and services in the United States. The company operates in three segments: Community Banking, Wholesale Banking, and Wells Fargo Financial. Wells Fargo & Co. has a market cap of $114.98 billion, its shares were traded at around $34.16 with with P/E ratio of 13.19 and P/S ratio of 3.27.
Added: Invacare Corp. (IVC, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Medical Supplies company Invacare Corp. by 122.81%. His purchase prices were between $17.76 and $18.98, with an estimated average price of $18.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.59%. His holdings were 1,700,112 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Invacare Corporation engages in the design, manufacture, and distribution of medical equipment for the non-acute health care markets. It offers rehab, standard, respiratory, institutional, and other products. Invacare Corp. has a market cap of $725.54 billion, its shares were traded at around $22.99 with with P/S ratio of 0.48.
Added: La-Z-boy Inc. (LZB, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Furnishings company La-z-boy Inc. by 252.89%. His purchase prices were between $11.5 and $12.46, with an estimated average price of $11.9. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.34%. His holdings were 1,814,446 shares as of 06/30/2007.
La-Z-Boy Incorporated manufactures and markets upholstered furniture and casegoods furniture products in the United States and Canada. It operates in three groups: Upholstery Group, Casegoods Group, and Retail Group. La-Z-Boy Inc. has a market cap of $542.18 billion, its shares were traded at around $9.45 with with P/E ratio of 130.88 and P/S ratio of 0.30.
Added: Intel Corp. (INTC, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Semiconductors company Intel Corp. by 32.08%. His purchase prices were between $19.39 and $24.13, with an estimated average price of $22.1. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.34%. His holdings were 2,117,455 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Intel Corporation engages in the manufacture and sale of semiconductor chips, as well as in the development of advanced integrated digital technology platforms for the computing and communications industries worldwide. Intel Corp. has a market cap of $140.04 billion, its shares were traded at around $23.92 with with P/E ratio of 24.65 and P/S ratio of 3.88.
Added: Procter & Gamble Co. (PG, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Nondurable Household Products company Procter & Gamble Co. by 86.2%. His purchase prices were between $60.69 and $63.13, with an estimated average price of $62.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.01%. His holdings were 9,658 shares as of 06/30/2007.
The Procter & Gamble Company and its subsidiaries engage in the manufacture and marketing of various consumer products worldwide. It operates in seven segments: Beauty; Health Care; Fabric Care and Home Care; Pet Health, Snacks and Coffee. Procter & Gamble Co. has a market cap of $205.91 billion, its shares were traded at around $64.97 with with P/E ratio of 21.50 and P/S ratio of 2.68.
Added: Johnson & Johnson (JNJ, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg added to his holdings in Pharmaceuticals company Johnson & Johnson by 29.65%. His purchase prices were between $60.73 and $64.7, with an estimated average price of $62.6. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was less than 0.01%. His holdings were 7,399 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Johnson & Johnson engages in the manufacture and sale of various products in the health care field worldwide. Its Consumer segment offers products used in the baby and kids care, skin care, oral care, wound care, and women's health care fields. Johnson & Johnson has a market cap of $177.12 billion, its shares were traded at around $60.83 with with P/E ratio of 16.94 and P/S ratio of 3.08.
New Purchase: Walgreen Co. (WAG, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Drug Retailers company Walgreen Co.. His purchase prices were between $43.53 and $46.16, with an estimated average price of $45. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 2.64%. His holdings were 2,052,035 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Walgreen Co. operates a chain of drugstores in the United States. These drugstores sell prescription and non-prescription drugs, and general merchandise. Walgreen Co. has a market cap of $46.13 billion, its shares were traded at around $47.14 with with P/E ratio of 22.80 and P/S ratio of 0.89.
New Purchase: YRC Worldwide, Inc. (YRCW, Financial)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Trucking company YRC Worldwide, Inc.. His purchase prices were between $37.31 and $44.62, with an estimated average price of $39.9. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 2.36%. His holdings were 2,763,067 shares as of 06/30/2007.
YRC Worldwide, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides transportation services for the shipment of industrial, commercial, and retail goods in the United States and internationally. YRC Worldwide, Inc. has a market cap of $1.88 billion, its shares were traded at around $31.28 with with P/E ratio of 9.56 and P/S ratio of 0.18.
New Purchase: Office Depot Inc. (ODP)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Specialty Retailers company Office Depot Inc.. His purchase prices were between $31.81 and $36.26, with an estimated average price of $34.8. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 1.41%. His holdings were 2,320,059 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Office Depot, Inc. provides various office products and services worldwide. The company sells an assortment of merchandise, including brand name and private brand office supplies, business machines and computers, computer software, etc. Office Depot Inc. has a market cap of $6.38 billion, its shares were traded at around $22.2 with with P/E ratio of 12.30 and P/S ratio of 0.39.
New Purchase: Williams-sonoma Inc. (WSM)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Specialty Retailers company Williams-sonoma Inc.. His purchase prices were between $31.59 and $36.27, with an estimated average price of $34.1. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 1.38%. His holdings were 1,574,526 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. operates as a specialty retailer of home products in the United States and Canada. It offers culinary and serving equipment, including cookware, cookbooks, cutlery, informal dinnerware, glassware, table linens, etc. Williams-Sonoma Inc. has a market cap of $3.39 billion, its shares were traded at around $32.09 with with P/E ratio of 17.32 and P/S ratio of 0.95.
New Purchase: Arkansas Best Corp. (ABFS)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Trucking company Arkansas Best Corp.. His purchase prices were between $35.97 and $40.93, with an estimated average price of $38.9. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.82%. His holdings were 852,261 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Arkansas Best Corporation, through its subsidiaries, provides motor carrier transportation services in the United States. The company offers national, inter-regional, and regional transportation of general commodities, including food, textiles, etc. Arkansas Best Corp. has a market cap of $912.52 billion, its shares were traded at around $35.05 with with P/E ratio of 13.11 and P/S ratio of 0.48.
New Purchase: Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. (ETH)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Furnishings company Ethan Allen Interiors Inc.. His purchase prices were between $34.14 and $36.89, with an estimated average price of $35.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.66%. His holdings were 724,528 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Ethan Allen Interiors, Inc. engages in manufacturing and retailing home furnishings and accessories. It operates in two segments: Wholesale and Retail. Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. has a market cap of $1.04 billion, its shares were traded at around $33.54 with with P/E ratio of 15.45 and P/S ratio of 1.04.
New Purchase: Rogers Corp. (ROG)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Specialty Chemicals company Rogers Corp.. His purchase prices were between $37.21 and $46.77, with an estimated average price of $41.7. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.59%. His holdings were 483,446 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Rogers Corporation develops, manufactures, and distributes specialty material-based products and components for original equipment manufacturers and contract manufacturers worldwide. Rogers Corp. has a market cap of $740.73 billion, its shares were traded at around $44.31 with with P/E ratio of 20.98 and P/S ratio of 1.70.
New Purchase: Aaron Rents Inc. (RNT)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Specialty Retailers company Aaron Rents Inc.. His purchase prices were between $26.02 and $29.88, with an estimated average price of $28.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.12%. His holdings were 177,020 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Aaron Rents, Inc. engages in the lease ownership, rental, and retail sale of consumer electronics, computers, residential and office furniture, household appliances, and accessories in the United States and Canada. Aaron Rents Inc. has a market cap of $1.36 billion, its shares were traded at around $25.25 with with P/E ratio of 15.82 and P/S ratio of 0.98.
New Purchase: Furniture Brands International (FBN)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Furnishings company Furniture Brands International. His purchase prices were between $14.01 and $16, with an estimated average price of $14.8. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.07%. His holdings were 193,125 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Furniture Brands International, Inc., through its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes residential furniture products in the United States. Furniture Brands International has a market cap of $594.68 billion, its shares were traded at around $12.51 with with P/E ratio of 35.96 and P/S ratio of 0.27.
New Purchase: Target Corp. (TGT)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Broadline Retailers company Target Corp.. His purchase prices were between $58.13 and $64.27, with an estimated average price of $61.4. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.06%. His holdings were 33,550 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Target Corporation engages in the operation of general merchandise and food discount stores in the United States. It offers an assortment of general merchandise, including consumables and commodities; electronics, entertainment, sporting goods, etc. Target Corp. has a market cap of $53.1 billion, its shares were traded at around $62.52 with with P/E ratio of 18.70 and P/S ratio of 0.88.
New Purchase: Lawson Products Inc. (LAWS)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Diversified Industrials company Lawson Products Inc.. His purchase prices were between $35.02 and $39.09, with an estimated average price of $36.6. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.05%. His holdings were 49,634 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Lawson Products, Inc. engages in the distribution and marketing of systems, services, and products to the industrial, commercial, and institutional maintenance, repair, and replacement marketplace. Lawson Products Inc. has a market cap of $316.08 billion, its shares were traded at around $35.29 with with P/E ratio of 37.13 and P/S ratio of 0.58.
New Purchase: Dun & Bradstreet Corp. (DNB)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Business Support Services company Dun & Bradstreet Corp.. His purchase prices were between $90.07 and $103.64, with an estimated average price of $96.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.02%. His holdings were 7,000 shares as of 06/30/2007.
The Dun & Bradstreet Corporation (D&B) provides business information and tools in the United States and internationally. The company offers various solutions, including Risk Management Solutions, Sales and Marketing Solutions, Supply Management. Dun & Bradstreet Corp. has a market cap of $5.41 billion, its shares were traded at around $92.55 with with P/E ratio of 20.29 and P/S ratio of 3.47.
New Purchase: Pepsico Inc. (PEP)
Arnold Van Den Berg initiated holdings in Soft Drinks company Pepsico Inc.. His purchase prices were between $63.33 and $69.09, with an estimated average price of $66.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this purchase was 0.01%. His holdings were 4,241 shares as of 06/30/2007.
PepsiCo, Inc. operates as a snack and beverage company. Its Frito-Lay North America division manufactures, markets, sells, and distributes branded snacks, including Lay's potato chips, Doritos tortilla chips, Tostitos tortilla chips, etc. Pepsico Inc. has a market cap of $109.79 billion, its shares were traded at around $68.5 with with P/E ratio of 19.06 and P/S ratio of 3.02.
Reduced: Newell Rubbermaid Inc. (NWL)
Arnold Van Den Berg reduced to his holdings in Durable Household Products company Newell Rubbermaid Inc. by 44.18%. His sale prices were between $29.12 and $31.51, with an estimated average price of $30.4. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was 0.65%. Arnold Van Den Berg still held 1,302,427 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Newell Rubbermaid, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, packaging, and distribution of consumer and commercial products worldwide. It operates in four segments: Cleaning, Organization & Decor; Office Products; Tools & Hardware; etc. Newell Rubbermaid Inc. has a market cap of $7.26 billion, its shares were traded at around $26.46 with with P/E ratio of 18.01 and P/S ratio of 1.16.
Reduced: Ww Grainger Inc. (GWW)
Arnold Van Den Berg reduced to his holdings in Business Support Services company Ww Grainger Inc. by 57.41%. His sale prices were between $76.88 and $92.56, with an estimated average price of $85.1. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was 0.6%. Arnold Van Den Berg still held 408,161 shares as of 06/30/2007.
W.W. Grainger, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, supplies facilities maintenance and other-related products in North America. It operates in three segments: Grainger Branch-Based, Acklands ?Grainger Branch-based, and Lab Safety. WW Grainger Inc. has a market cap of $7.29 billion, its shares were traded at around $84.61 with with P/E ratio of 18.49 and P/S ratio of 1.16.
Reduced: Estee Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)
Arnold Van Den Berg reduced to his holdings in Personal Products company Estee Lauder Companies Inc. by 86.95%. His sale prices were between $45.42 and $50.9, with an estimated average price of $47.7. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was 0.11%. Arnold Van Den Berg still held 168,750 shares as of 06/30/2007.
The Estee Lauder Companies, Inc. engages in the manufacture, marketing, and sale of skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products primarily under stee Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Prescriptives, Lab Series, Origins, American Beauty, etc. Estee Lauder Companies Inc. has a market cap of $8.38 billion, its shares were traded at around $43.25 with with P/E ratio of 22.67 and P/S ratio of 1.22.
Reduced: Corning Inc. (GLW)
Arnold Van Den Berg reduced to his holdings in Telecom Equipment company Corning Inc. by 68.18%. His sale prices were between $23.48 and $26.34, with an estimated average price of $24.6. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was 0.01%. Arnold Van Den Berg still held 11,600 shares as of 06/30/2007.
Corning Incorporated provides technology-based products in the United States. It operates in four segments: Display Technologies, Telecommunications, Environmental Technologies, and Life Sciences. Corning Inc. has a market cap of $37.02 billion, its shares were traded at around $23.59 with with P/E ratio of 19.72 and P/S ratio of 6.93.
Sold Out: Powell Industries Inc. (POWL)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Electrical Components & Equipment company Powell Industries Inc.. His sale prices were between $27.77 and $36.99, with an estimated average price of $31.5. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Powell Industries, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the development, design, manufacture, and service of equipment and systems for the management and control of electrical energy and other critical processes worldwide. Powell Industries Inc. has a market cap of $391.17 billion, its shares were traded at around $35.74 with .
Sold Out: Dow Jones & Co. Inc. (DJ)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Publishing company Dow Jones & Co. Inc.. His sale prices were between $33.89 and $60.92, with an estimated average price of $49.9. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Dow Jones & Company, Inc. provides global business and financial news, information, and insight through newspapers, newswires, magazines, the Internet, indexes, television, and radio. Dow Jones & Co. Inc. has a market cap of $5.02 billion, its shares were traded at around $58.48 with with P/E ratio of 14.51 and P/S ratio of 2.60.
Sold Out: Fossil Inc. (FOSL)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Clothing & Accessories company Fossil Inc.. His sale prices were between $26.58 and $31.24, with an estimated average price of $29.9. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Fossil, Inc. engages in the design, development, marketing, and distribution of fashion watches and accessories. The company offers fashion watches, as well as small leather goods, belts, handbags, sunglasses, jewelry, and apparel. Fossil Inc. has a market cap of $1.85 billion, its shares were traded at around $26.27 with with P/E ratio of 29.46 and P/S ratio of 1.60.
Sold Out: Robbins & Myers Inc. (RBN)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Electronic Equipment company Robbins & Myers Inc.. His sale prices were between $40.08 and $47.84, with an estimated average price of $44.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Robbins & Myers, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, and marketing of equipment and systems for the pharmaceutical, energy, and industrial markets worldwide. Robbins & Myers Inc. has a market cap of $840.34 billion, its shares were traded at around $47.05 with with P/E ratio of 20.07 and P/S ratio of 1.20.
Sold Out: Kaman Corporation (KAMN)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Business Support Services company Kaman Corporation. His sale prices were between $23.36 and $31.87, with an estimated average price of $27.3. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Kaman Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in distributing industrial components in North America, Europe, Asia, South America, and Australia. Kaman Corporation has a market cap of $847.38 billion, its shares were traded at around $34.09 with with P/E ratio of 22.10 and P/S ratio of 0.67.
Sold Out: Cdw Corp. (CDWC)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Business Support Services company Cdw Corp.. His sale prices were between $61.2 and $85.07, with an estimated average price of $76.7. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
CDW Corporation provides multi-branded information technology products and services to business, government, and education customers in the United States and Canada. CDW Corp. has a market cap of $6.66 billion, its shares were traded at around $83.78 with with P/E ratio of 23.33 and P/S ratio of 0.89.
Sold Out: Usec Inc. (USU)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Electricity company Usec Inc.. His sale prices were between $17.53 and $23.91, with an estimated average price of $21.4. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
USEC, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, supplies low enriched uranium (LEU) for commercial nuclear power plants worldwide. It sells separative work units (SWU) component of LEU, the SWU and uranium components of LEU, and uranium. USEC Inc. has a market cap of $1.36 billion, its shares were traded at around $13.52 with with P/E ratio of 17.90 and P/S ratio of 0.72.
Sold Out: Whirlpool Corp. (WHR)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Furnishings company Whirlpool Corp.. His sale prices were between $85.94 and $114.7, with an estimated average price of $106.2. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
Whirlpool Corporation engages in the manufacture and marketing of home appliances worldwide. Its principal products include laundry appliances, refrigerators and freezers, cooking appliances, dishwashers, room air-conditioning equipment, and mixer...Warning Whirlpool Corp. has a market cap of $7.41 billion, its shares were traded at around $96.78 with with P/E ratio of 14.98 and P/S ratio of 0.40.
Sold Out: Berkshirehathaway Inc. Cl B (BRK-B)
Arnold Van Den Berg sold out his holdings in Property & Casualty Insurance company Berkshirehathaway Inc. Cl B. His sale prices were between $3578 and $3668, with an estimated average price of $3626.6. The impact to his portfolio due to this sale was less than 0.01%.
