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Rupert Hargreaves

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Rupert has been writing for the Motley Fool since December 2012. He primarily covers tobacco and resource companies with a passion for value-oriented investments. .

Recent Articles by Rupert Hargreaves

Jan 2, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

How Sustainable Is This Income Investment's Dividend?

Philip Morris currently offers a dividend yield of 4.4%, but with smoking in decline around the world, how safe is this payout?

Jan 1, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Altria and Philip Morris Are Working Together to Dominate the Industry

Altria and Philip Morris recently signed a technology sharing agreement, and this partnership is just what they need to move ahead of the competition.

Dec 29, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

How Universal Corp Fits in Your Portfolio

Universal Corporation is often overlooked by investors in favor of other tobacco giants but investors should not be so quick to cast Universal aside.

Dec 26, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

The United States' Fourth-Largest Tobacco Company Is About to Take the Market by Storm

Altria, Reynolds American, and Lorillard are not the only domestic tobacco companies, and their smaller peer has a powerful international backer.

Dec 25, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

How Safe Is Universal Corp's Dividend?

Universal Corp has been paying and raising its dividend for more than 40 consecutive years. Along with Altria, the company boasts one of the longest dividend histories in the tobacco sector, but how much longer can this continue?

Dec 22, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Big Tobacco Is Not Worried about Quitters

The number of cigarettes sold within the US has declined significantly during the past decade, but domestic tobacco companies Altria, Reynolds American, and Lorillard are not worried.

Dec 20, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

An Offshore Driller Has Hit Turbulent Waters but Smoother Seas Might Be on the Horizon

Rowan Companies stock has been sliding during the last few months but the future looks bright for the company.

Dec 20, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Will Philip Morris' Share Price Recover During 2014?

Philip Morris has underperformed its domestic peers this year, but will the company outperform during 2014?

Dec 19, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Philip Morris Has Unrivaled Global Domination but Worrying Diversification

Philip Morris' Marlboro brand is one of the most prized consumer-goods brands in the world, but the company's expansion into the distribution business is worrying.

Dec 18, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Which Tobacco Company Provides the Best Returns?

Altria, Lorillard, Reynolds American, and Philip Morris are all well known for returning impressive amounts of money to investors, but which one returns the most cash?

Dec 17, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Philip Morris Needs to Slash Prices to Spur Growth

Philip Morris' sales are declining as smokers switch to cheaper discount brands so it might be time for the company to start a price war.

Dec 17, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Philip Morris Blunders into the E-Cig Market, But Is It Too Late?

Philip Morris is following its international peers into the electronic cigarette market, but the company is wading into an already overcrowded market.

Dec 17, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Philip Morris International Has a Problem

Philip Morris International is going to have a problem financing its debt as interest rates rise. However, Altria and Reynolds American are taking steps to make sure they are not affected.

Dec 16, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Why Are Investors Undervaluing Altria?

Altria is the cheapest domestic tobacco company with the largest dividend yield, but the company deserves to trade at a premium to its peers for a number of reasons.

Dec 14, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Why Burger King Is Set for Greatness

Burger King may be small in comparison to industry giant McDonald's, but the company has potential.

Dec 14, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Judgement Day for Menthol Cigarettes Is Getting Close

The FDA is considering banning menthol cigarettes, which could be catastrophic for Lorillard, Reynolds American, and even Altria Group; the decision is due soon. Which company will be hurt the most, and how likely is a complete ban?

Dec 12, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

How Big Is This Problem for Philip Morris?

Philip Morris' high level of debt has spurred management to reign in investor returns but should shareholders be worried? How does its appetite for leverage stack up against rivals Altria Group, Reynold's American, and Lorrillard?

Dec 11, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Buffett's Smaller Positions: Should You Take a Look?

Warren Buffett's larger holdings are well-known, but should you ignore his smaller holdings? Let's take a look at USG Corp and Dow Chemical.

Dec 11, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

Is Universal Now the Best International Tobacco Company?

Philip Morris' sales are declining amid a bitter brawl with British American Tobacco, but the consumption of tobacco around the world is rising. Does this make tobacco producer Universal the best international tobacco play?

Dec 10, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves

How Philip Morris' Most Pressing Problem Is Stamping Out Its Profits

Excise taxes are constricting Philip Morris' profit margin but domestic peers, Altria and Reynolds American are not reporting the same kind of pressures. How do Philip Morris, Altria, and Reynolds American stack up against one another?

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