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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 16, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Why Does Tata Motors Look Significantly Undervalued?

Everyone knows about Ford and General Motors, but Tata Motors is a relatively unknown auto company and its one of the biggest in the world.

Jan 15, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

The Outlook for Coal Investors Continues to Deteriorate

Hard times look to be ahead for coal producers like Cliffs Natural Resources, Arch Coal, and Peabody Energy; investors need to be alert.

Jan 15, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Can These Gold Miners Keep Trimming the Fat?

Barrick Gold, Goldcorp, and Newmont Mining have all been slashing costs to try to remain profitable while the price of gold falls but how much further can these costs go?

Jan 14, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

4 Free Cash Flow Kings That Really Look After Their Shareholders

Philip Morris, Pfizer, McDonald's, and Johnson & Johnson have the best cash flows in their respective businesses.

Jan 12, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Caterpillar Has a Huge Problem on Its Hands

Joy Global and Caterpillar have a huge problem on their hands: The rising quality of the equipment being manufactured within China. This is something Rio Tinto is seeking to capitalize on.

Jan 10, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Don't Give up on Philip Morris, the Company Still Has Plenty of Room for Growth

Many investors have given up on Philip Morris as they believe the company's growth days are behind it, but I believe that there is still plenty of room for the company to expand.

Jan 10, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Electronic Cigarettes Have a Rich and Powerful Enemy

Electronic-cigarette devices, such as those currently being sold by Altria and Philip Morris, are hurting profits of a very powerful industry, and things could get messy.

Jan 9, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Spending Continues to Balloon Across the Oil Industry

ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Imperial Oil have come under scrutiny during the past few quarters for their high levels of capital spending, but in the long run things still look good.

Jan 8, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Is This Tobacco Investment's Risk Worth the Reward?

Lorillard's shareholder returns are impressive and are even greater than those offered by Philip Morris, but the company is facing strict FDA regulation.

Jan 8, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Burger King Is Returning to France, but It Won't Be Easy

Burger King is expanding within Europe, but the company is going to have to compete with larger peer McDonald's.

Jan 8, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

This Offshore Driller Has Challenges Ahead, but It's Not Alone

Diamond Offshore Drilling is facing a number of risks this year as analysts expect the rates for drilling units to fall, but it's not the only driller dealing with this.

Jan 7, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Consumer Tobacco Habits Are Changing Dramatically

Philip Morris International and Altria are reporting falling sales of their flagship Marlboro product, but British American Tobacco is stealing market share with its value brands.

Jan 7, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Big Tobacco Is Working Around Regulation and Taxes

Big tobacco is no stranger to regulation and taxes, but British American Tobacco and Philip Morris are getting these restrictions to work in their favor.

Jan 6, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Is It Time to Take a Look at This Rapidly Growing Market?

Diageo, Beam, and Pernod Ricard are well placed to make a profit in the rapidly growing Scotch whiskey market, but which one should you invest in?

Jan 6, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

A Hedged Play on the Booming Electronic Cigarette Market

The electronic cigarette market is booming, with Lorillard taking the lead. However, the competition is intensifying, and Universal Corp is well positioned to benefit.

Jan 6, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Scouting Out the Market's Most Defensive Industry

Death care is one of the oldest businesses around, and this makes Service Corporation International, Carriage Services, and StoneMor Partners look like great investments.

Jan 6, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Attention Gold Investors! Hold on Tight, Things Are About to Get Rocky

At the beginning of the year, gold miners like Barrick Gold, Newmont Mining, and Newcrest Mining place a valuation on their reserves, and this year these valuations are likely to be a lot lower than last year.

Jan 5, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Take a Drag on This Luxury Goods Market

Sales of luxury goods have grown rapidly during the past few years and the cigar market is no different, both Universal and Imperial Tobacco are set to benefit.

Jan 2, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Cigarette King Altria Is Now Offering Discount Beer

Due to accounting methods, investors are seriously undervaluing Altria's holding in SABMiller and this presents an opportunity.

Jan 2, 2014 by Rupert Hargreaves

Is this Dividend Really as Dangerously High as Many Believe?

Seadrill's higher than average dividend yield is often scrutinized, but does it look safer than that of peers such as Transocean and Ensco?

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