Fwiw, I note Barron's now reports increased purchases in the following stocks discussed here previously and in which I/others here have said they hold shares:
"Encore Capital Group (ECPG)
Red Mountain Capital Partners raised its holdings to 3,435,062 shares (15.1%) by buying 1,144,062 from March 1 to April 11 at $9.32 to $9.96 apiece. That total includes 1,650,000 obtained through an April 5 purchase agreement, at $9.50 a share.
Handleman (HDL)
Third Avenue Management raised its position to 3,163,062 shares (15.6%), by buying 53,331 from Feb. 15 to March 15 at $6.70 to $7.59 each.
National Atlantic Holdings (NAHC)
Loeb Partners raised its stake to 1,099,949 shares (9.9%), by purchasing 494,525 from Feb. 27 to April 11 at prices that ranged from $12.02 to $13.01." |
