Four recession-beating stocks

Some companies have emerged from the recession stronger than they were before, while others have not fared so well. Professional investor Marina Bond believes that careful examination of balance sheets and cash-flow can sort the winners from the losers. Here, she tips four companies that have come out fighting.

Each week, a professional investor tells MoneyWeek where she'd put her money now. This week:Marina Bond, co-manager of the Rathbone Recovery Fund.

Scanning through company results can be monotonous. This time around, however, it is proving more interesting. Companies have experienced some of the worst trading conditions they have ever seen. Some have emerged stronger, while others are more of a worry. An examination of their balance sheets and cash-flow statements reveals which ones fall into each category. Here are four companies we believe have come out fighting.

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