VistaPrint (CMPR) offers online marketing products and services to small businesses. The company was a large negative contributor to performance earlier this year, when its brand repositioning efforts were felt most severely. We added to the position during this weakness, given we felt the revenue headwinds were temporary, and management’s actions potentially improved the long-term characteristics of the business. Our patience paid off during the third quarter, as earnings came in more than 40% above consensus, which drove the stock higher. We trimmed our position in VistaPrint as the stock rose significantly from the low point in July to quarter end.
From Meridian Funds (Trades, Portfolio)’ Meridian Growth Fund 3Q 2014 Commentary.
