Make recommendations: on the following two companies:
- Pep Boys
- O'Reilly Automotive Inc
From an investor's perspective of whether one should buy/sell/remain neutral on both stocks.
From a lender's perspective of whether or not a short-term and/or long-term loan should be made to either company.
From a manager's perspective of what is right and/or wrong with both companies and specific suggestions for improvement.
Frame your argument in terms of efficiency, cash flow, profitability and the managerial effectiveness.