-We look for growing businesses; companies that are leaders in their markets and which are gaining market share; businesses for which there are huge barriers to entry; companies with significant and sustainable competitive advantages; and companies with honest and competent management who care about shareholders. Not all of our investments meet all of these criteria, but these remain our preferences.
-We study historical financial performance, trends and technological changes in the business, sensitivities to economic factors, and other factors that may affect the future economics of the business. Most importantly, we try to discern any special competitive advantages that the company of interest might have, and whether these advantages are sustainable.