Looking to Buy a Partridge for Your Pear Tree? Be Prepared to Spend.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Nov 26 2025
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Source: Barron's
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About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
