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Why the Street Should Love Churchill Downs's Earnings

Although business headlines still tout earnings numbers, many investors have moved past net earnings as a measure of a company's economic output. That's because earnings are very often less trustworthy than cash flow, since earningsShow More Summary

Churchill Downs, Inc. (CHDN): Insiders Are Buying, Should You?

Churchill Downs, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHDN) shareholders have witnessed an increase in activity from the world’s largest hedge funds of late. If you’d ask most shareholders, hedge funds are perceived as worthless, old investment vehicles of the past. While there are over 8000 funds trading at the moment, we look at the elite of this club, close [...]

Churchill Downs, Inc. (CHDN), Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), The Walt Disney Company (DIS): Stock Gift Ideas for Today’s Graduates

Recent coverage of university commencement speeches, the passage of the Memorial Day holiday, and warmer summer weather all serve as reminders that a new class of graduates is upon us. While the U.S. economy is recovering at a tepid pace, unemployment remains high, which may present a challenge for today’s workforce entrants. Our country’s central [...]

Fandium raises $1.25 million for sports app that blends storytelling with betting

The theme of storytelling in 2013 rolls on — now, with the launch of Fandium, its being applied to sports. The company was launched by the founders of horse betting site Youbet.com which sold to Churchill Downs for $127 million in 2009. This week Fandium raised $1.25 million in seed funding from angel investors in the gaming industry...

When Food is Too Convenient for Our Own Good by Allen Bush

Michael Pollan and Wendell Berry were in Louisville during the first week of May. They weren’t on the Derby celebrity runway that rainy day at Churchill Downs. That was left to Kid Rock, Smokey Robinson—among the few names I did know—plus dozens more B-list television, music and sports “stars” who caused a stir but left [...]

Tom Brady Cashes In At Kentucky Derby, Celebrates With Wes Welker [Video]

Tom Brady knows how to pick ‘em, whether it be a target down the field for the New England Patriots or a horse in the Kentucky Derby. The three-time Super Bowl champion attended the historical race at Churchill Downs on Saturday and cashed in on Orb’s big win. After Orb crossed the finish-line, Brady celebrated [...]Show More Summary

Kentucky Derby ties 21 year overnight rating high

Orb won a rain-soaked Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday and becomes the next in a three decades plus line of next great Triple Crown hopes. It's often said that horse racing has gone the way of boxing and the pursuit of the...Show More Summary

The Flowers, Fowl Feathers and Fierce Frippery of the Kentucky Derby

It rained Saturday during the 139th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, and the inclement weather meant a lot of the hats were kept under wraps. That said, some VIP managed to don fine spring fashions and elaborate hats, in keeping with tradition. Read more...

I Miss Roger's Reviews

Saturday, May 4, was one month to the day that Roger left this earthly plane. In honor of Kentucky Derby weekend I am posting this photo of Roger and I proudly sporting our hats at Churchill Downs. There have been several photos of us wearing hats over the years. Show More Summary

Street Style: Hats Are the Real Winners at the Kentucky Derby

On Saturday, nineteen horses (with jockeys on their backs) thundered down a wet track at Churchill Downs for the 139th Kentucky Derby, where thoroughbred horse Orb and his 28-year-old rider, Joel Rosario, were the first mud-caked duo to gallop past the finish line. Despite the inclement weather (a.k.a. spring showers) ... More »

A New Generation Delights in Fancy Hats

LOUISVILLE, KY - MAY 04: A little guest attends the 139th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 4, 2013 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images) Read more...

Stephen Amell & Armie Hammer: Kentucky Derby 2013!

Armie Hammer and his wife Elizabeth Chambers hit the red carpet at Moet & Chandon’s 2013 Kentucky Derby event on Saturday (May 4) at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kent. The couple was joined for the annual horse race by Stephen Amell, Krysten Ritter, Josh Henderson, Lance Bass and Michael Turchin, Martina McBride, Jane Seymour, Lauren [...]

Lauren Conrad Rocks Nudes on Derby Day

Enjoying the Derby Day fun, Lauren Conrad headed over to the Moet & Chandon party at Churchill Downs on Saturday (May 4). The 27-year-old fashionista rocked a gorgeous headpiece with a matching dress as she chatted with fellow celebs...Show More Summary

PHOTOS: Wild Parties, Fancy Hats And Stars Make Kentucky Derby Scene

The 139th running of the Kentucky Derby won't last much longer than two minutes, but the party at Churchill Downs is an all-day affair. Fans...

Orb Wins Kentucky Derby

Orb splashed through the slop to win the Kentucky Derby, giving Hall of Fame trainer Shug McGaughey his first victory in the 3-year-old classic. When the field turned for home on the cool, overcast afternoon at Churchill Downs, Normandy Invasion grabbed the lead while Orb was gearing up. But in...

Floppy Fashion: 20 Fabulous Derby Hats

The Kentucky Derby is known as much for hats and high fashion as it is for fast horses. This year, rains are swamping Churchill Downs, but fans on the infield are still holding their heads—and their hats—high. Bigger and bolder is the rule for hats that often dwarf...

The 139th Kentucky Derby, In Pictures

From the Churchill Downs pageantry to the fastest two minutes in sports, Kentucky Derby day infatuates America. Here are this year’s iconic moments.

A Storied Kentucky Derby

This year’s Kentucky Derby—the hundred and thirty-ninth—marks the fortieth anniversary of Secretariat’s historic finish at Churchill Downs, in just one minute fifty-nine and two-fifths seconds. It’s a record that still stands today,Show More Summary

Peyton Siva & Girlfriend Enjoying the Kentucky Derby Festivities at Churchill Downs

Stars Kick Off Kentucky Derby Celebrations!

The 139th Kentucky Derby rolls into Churchill Downs today bringing with it all the hats, horses, and mint juleps that mark the annual event. Stars got a head start on celebrating last night at parties all over Louisville. Lauren Conrad,...Show More Summary