Nov 25, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesWestern Refining's Buyout of Northern Tier: More Deals to Follow? Western Refining has acquired a large share of Northern Tier Energy. What does the acquisition mean for investors and are further acquisitions going to follow?
Nov 24, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesIs Abercrombie & Fitch Now a Value Play?Abercrombie & Fitch has had a tough year with falling sales and continual bad press; but is the company now value material?
Nov 22, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesIs It Time to Buy Homebuilders Again?The United States' largest listed homebuilders, Pulte, Lennar and DR Horton have had a rough year so far but is it time for investors to get back in?
Nov 22, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesHave the Shorts Got It Wrong?Joy Global, US Steel, and Cliffs Natural resources are some of the market's most shorted stocks, but should they be?
Nov 20, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesUniversal Had a Bad First Half, but the Future Looks Promising Universal struggled with supply issues during the first half of this year, but the company expects the second half to be very busy.
Nov 20, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesThe Creeping Cost of Gold Production Is a Huge Problem for MinersBarrick Gold, Goldcorp, and Newmont Mining are all grappling with a falling price of gold but rising production costs. Here's what they are doing to improve profits.
Nov 19, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves3 Partnerships Worth a Second LookThese three partnerships all offer well-covered distributions and great prospects for growth.
Nov 19, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesDaVita's Short-Term Weakness Is a Great Way to Play Long-Term Health TrendsDaVita has underperformed the market during the past six months, but higher diabetes rates among U.S. citizens make the company a great long-term play.
Nov 19, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesA Look at Altria's Relationship With SABMillerAltria's investment in SABMiller deserves a closer look.
Nov 19, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesFast Profits From Fast FoodThe fast food industry is changing and two companies are leading the charge.
Nov 18, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesWhere to Place Your Bets to Profit From the Commercial Air Travel BoomThe demand for commercial airliners is set to soar during the next two decades and these three companies are well placed to ride the trend.
Nov 18, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesThis Auto Company Looks Significantly UndervaluedInvestors are missing out on misunderstood Tata Motors.
Nov 18, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesHere Comes Imperial TobaccoInternational tobacco giant Imperial Tobacco is training its sights on the US cigarette market and domestic companies should be worried.
Nov 18, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesWarren Buffett Loves Newspapers, but Should You?Warren Buffett is well known for his love of printed press but should you follow the legendary investor?
Nov 18, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesDon't Put All Your Money on One-Trick PoniesDiversification is not as simple as choosing stocks in different sectors. We use Lorillard, PepsiCo, and Pfizer to highlight the importance of internal diversification.
Nov 18, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesWhy Every U.S. Investor Should Look AbroadDiversification is not as simple as choosing stocks in different sectors. We use WPP, Prudential, and Suncor Energy as examples of how investors can diversify geographically.
Nov 17, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesEurope: The New Frontier for RefinersRefiners are ramping up exports to Europe for bigger profits.
Nov 16, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesDoes ConocoPhillips Deserve a Premium Over Competitors?ConocoPhillips trades at a similar valuation to its larger peers, but should it trade at a premium?
Nov 15, 2013 by Rupert Hargreaves2 Companies Doing the Right Thing With DebtIntel and DirecTV are using cheap debt to their advantage, and investors should take notice.
Nov 15, 2013 by Rupert HargreavesReinvesting Dividends Is the Best Decision You'll Ever MakeThe power of total returns should not be underestimated.