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Our mission: Bringing practical business and technical intelligence to today's structured cabling professionals

For more than 30 years, Cabling Installation & Maintenance has provided useful, practical information to professionals responsible for the specification, design, installation and management of structured cabling systems serving enterprise, data center and other environments. These professionals are challenged to stay informed of constantly evolving standards, system-design and installation approaches, product and system capabilities, technologies, as well as applications that rely on high-performance structured cabling systems. Our editors synthesize these complex issues into multiple information products. This portfolio of information products provides concrete detail that improves the efficiency of day-to-day operations, and equips cabling professionals with the perspective that enables strategic planning for networks’ optimum long-term performance.

Throughout our annual magazine, weekly email newsletters and 24/7/365 website, Cabling Installation & Maintenance digs into the essential topics our audience focuses on.

  • Design, Installation and Testing: We explain the bottom-up design of cabling systems, from case histories of actual projects to solutions for specific problems or aspects of the design process. We also look at specific installations using a case-history approach to highlight challenging problems, solutions and unique features. Additionally, we examine evolving test-and-measurement technologies and techniques designed to address the standards-governed and practical-use performance requirements of cabling systems.
  • Technology: We evaluate product innovations and technology trends as they impact a particular product class through interviews with manufacturers, installers and users, as well as contributed articles from subject-matter experts.
  • Data Center: Cabling Installation & Maintenance takes an in-depth look at design and installation workmanship issues as well as the unique technology being deployed specifically for data centers.
  • Physical Security: Focusing on the areas in which security and IT—and the infrastructure for both—interlock and overlap, we pay specific attention to Internet Protocol’s influence over the development of security applications.
  • Standards: Tracking the activities of North American and international standards-making organizations, we provide updates on specifications that are in-progress, looking forward to how they will affect cabling-system design and installation. We also produce articles explaining the practical aspects of designing and installing cabling systems in accordance with the specifications of established standards.

Cabling Installation & Maintenance is published by Endeavor Business Media, a division of EndeavorB2B.

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2 S&P 500 Stocks to Research Further and 1 We Turn Down

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The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is home to the biggest and most well-known companies in the market, making it a go-to index for investors seeking stability. But not all large-cap stocks are created equal - some are struggling with slowing growth, declining margins, or increased competition.

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Fastenal (FAST)

Market Cap: $55.08 billion

Founded in 1967, Fastenal (NASDAQ: FAST) provides industrial and construction supplies, including fasteners, tools, safety products, and many other product categories to businesses globally.

Why Are We Cautious About FAST?

  1. Muted 3.6% annual revenue growth over the last two years shows its demand lagged behind its industrials peers
  2. Earnings growth underperformed the sector average over the last two years as its EPS grew by just 2.8% annually
  3. Free cash flow margin shrank by 4.8 percentage points over the last five years, suggesting the company is consuming more capital to stay competitive

At $48.25 per share, Fastenal trades at 44.6x forward P/E. If you’re considering FAST for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.

Two Stocks to Watch:

Live Nation (LYV)

Market Cap: $37.91 billion

Owner of Ticketmaster and operator of music festival EDC, Live Nation (NYSE: LYV) is a company specializing in live event promotion, venue management, and ticketing services for concerts and shows.

Why Does LYV Catch Our Eye?

  1. Annual revenue growth of 24% over the last five years was superb and indicates its market share is rising
  2. Additional sales over the last five years increased its profitability as the 26% annual growth in its earnings per share outpaced its revenue
  3. Returns on capital are growing as management capitalizes on its market opportunities

Live Nation is trading at $163.42 per share, or 49.7x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? See for yourself in our in-depth research report, it’s free.

Cigna (CI)

Market Cap: $81.5 billion

With roots dating back to 1792 and serving millions of customers across the globe, The Cigna Group (NYSE: CI) provides healthcare services through its Evernorth Health Services and Cigna Healthcare segments, offering pharmacy benefits, specialty care, and medical plans.

Why Are We Positive On CI?

  1. Annual revenue growth of 18.7% over the past two years was outstanding, reflecting market share gains this cycle
  2. Enormous revenue base of $262 billion gives it leverage over plan holders and advantageous reimbursement terms with healthcare providers
  3. Earnings per share grew by 7.7% annually over the last five years and topped the peer group average

Cigna’s stock price of $307.50 implies a valuation ratio of 9.6x forward P/E. Is now the right time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it’s free.

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