Andrés Cardenal

Smart investors might want to go shopping for high-quality retail stocks before the holidays, and these three names look like convenient ideas.

Tobacco dividends look really tempting, and companies such as Philip Morris, British American Tobacco, and Altria are financially strong enough to sustain payments in the middle term. On a long-term basis, however, investing in these dividend stocks may be hazardous to your health.

Dividend stocks tend to outperform the market in the long term, and Warren Buffett knows a thing or two about picking winning stocks. These three Warren Buffett stocks in the consumer sector may be especially attractive for dividend investors.

Thanks to its smart business model, rock-solid financial performance, and abundant opportunities for growth, TJX could deliver substantial gains for investors in the years ahead.

When compared against competitors such as Amazon and Groupon, eBay looks quite attractive in terms of valuation and financial performance. Is it the right time to place a bid for eBay stock?

Argentine energy company YPF has risen more than 90% in the past year. Perhaps more important, there are some reasons to believe the stock could continue rising substantially in the years ahead. Let's look at YPF and few key reasons the bull run may be far from over.

McDonald's and Yum! Brands are the two leading global contenders in the fast-food industry, and both companies distribute succulent dividends. Which one should you order from the menu: McDonald´s or Yum! Brands?

Las Vegas Sands stock has fallen by more than 27% over the last six months as investors are quite concerned about falling Macau revenue. However, this profitable Casino operator still offers exciting potential for growth in the long term. Buying the dip in Las Vegas Sands could be a wining bet.

Due to its convenient business model and unique corporate culture, Costco is outperforming Wal-Mart by a considerable margin. The way things are going, the company looks well positioned to continue delivering superior results over time

Chipotle Mexican Grill has delivered mouthwatering gains for investors during the last several years. However, investment decisions are about future potential, not past performance. Does the burrito maker still taste good, or is it too hot to handle?

The e-commerce business offers tremendous opportunities for growth. Let´s compare major industry players Amazon, eBay, and Groupon to try to determine which may be the best for your portfolio.

Sports clothing can be a particularly lucrative business for well-run companies with powerful brands. Which one is the best play for your portfolio: Nike, Under Armour, or Lululemon?

Best Buy delivered better than expected earnings for the last quarter, and the stock has risen by 22% over the last six months as investors are gaining confidence in the company. Is Best Buy stock a buying opportunity for contrarian investors or a declining business?

What is better than growing dividends? Growing dividends supported by powerful brands. Keeping this in mind, Apple, PepsiCo, and Yum! Brands look like particularly solid candidates for dividend investors.

Tiffany delivered a sparkling financial performance during the second quarter, and the company looks set for growth. Let’s go over the latest earnings conference call to highlight a few important takeaways for investors.

Investing in companies with consistent dividend growth can be one of the most simple and effective strategies for superior returns. Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble, and Colgate-Palmolive offer extraordinary track records of dividend growth thanks to the strength of their brands.

Williams-Sonoma crashed by a whopping 11.2% after reporting earnings for the second quarter on Wednesday. Although the market seems to be overreacting to the negative news, in the short term, rising inventory levels are a valid reason for concern. Is the dip in Williams-Sonoma a buying opportunity, or is it time to run away from the stock before things continue getting worse?

Tiffany delivered impressive financial performance for the second quarter of fiscal 2014. Let's go over the iconic jeweler's financial report and try to find out what the the future may bring for investors.

Expedia delivered impressive financial performance for the second quarter in 2014. Let´s go through the company´s latest earnings conference call and highlight the main risks and opportunities for investors in the company.

Argentinean energy company YPF is a particularly risky stock. However, the company also offers exceptional opportunities for growth in shale oil and gas. Is now the right time to buy YPF?