Oct 24, 2007 by David SmithWeatherford's Quick TurnaroundAfter a weak June quarter, Weatherford rode improvements in Canada to a solid September quarter.
Oct 23, 2007 by David Smith3M: Punished for PerformanceDespite record third-quarter results, 3M was taken out behind the market's woodshed.
Oct 23, 2007 by David SmithHalliburton Muscles Into Strong EarningsHalliburton pulled something of a surprise by doing well even in the North American market.
Oct 22, 2007 by David SmithA Punishing Start for EnergyDespite beating expectations, Schlumberger gets knocked around by the market.
Oct 22, 2007 by David SmithCaterpillar Gets an International Leg UpThe market didn't react well to Cat's warnings about U.S. markets, but its overseas performance softens the blow.
Oct 22, 2007 by David SmithIs Honeywell Bucking a Trend?Unlike many other big U.S.-based manufacturers, Honeywell may get a pass on domestic softness.
Oct 22, 2007 by David SmithMcGraw-Hill's Amazing Balance ActThe company got solid performance from all three sectors to make for a quality quarter.
Oct 19, 2007 by David SmithThe Price Is Wrong at CablevisionInstitutional investors may thwart the Dolan family's latest privatization effort.
Oct 19, 2007 by David SmithSame Industry, Different ResultsNewspaper firms Dow Jones and McClatchy offer divergent earnings reports.
Oct 18, 2007 by David SmithThe 800-Pound Gorilla of Oilfield ServicesThe unquestioned leader of one of the market's hottest sectors is set to report.
Oct 18, 2007 by David SmithYou Can't Find a Bottom in the DarkThornburg Mortgage's gloomy results were joined by all manner of housing and mortgage doom.
Oct 17, 2007 by David SmithThe Breakup SpreadsTwo weeks ago Belo announced a breakup, and now E.W. Scripps follows suit.
Oct 17, 2007 by David SmithA World Turned Upside DownA whirl of events will affect energy prices -- and perhaps your lifestyle.
Oct 16, 2007 by David SmithLet's Open a Foolish MailbagBring your energy questions and comments here.
Oct 15, 2007 by David SmithChevron Gassing Up Down UnderAmid its multiple alligator fights, Chevron receives a double dose of positive news.
Oct 11, 2007 by David SmithYet Another Battle for ChevronAlong with its difficulties in Venezuela and Kazakhstan, Chevron's got a new battle.
Oct 11, 2007 by David SmithPlaying Host to a Solid QuarterHost Hotels proves that not all REITs suffer in a credit crunch.
Oct 10, 2007 by David SmithAlcoa Leads Off With a WalkWhile Alcoa didn't homer as the first earnings season hitter, neither did it strike out.
Oct 9, 2007 by David SmithBelo Split to Start a Trend?Belo's decision to jettison its newspapers may set a trend for other similar companies.
Oct 5, 2007 by David SmithBeware of the Kazakh CrusherUnlike their Russian teachers, the Kazakhs will fight Western oil companies on two fronts.