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Bob Ciura

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Bob Ciura, MBA, has written for The Motley Fool since 2012. I focus on energy, consumer goods, and technology. I look for growth at a reasonable price, with a particular fondness for market-beating dividend yields.

Recent Articles by Bob Ciura

Oct 14, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Why Kimberly-Clark Corp's $2 Billion Stock Buybacks Are Smart

Kimberly-Clark plans to spend billions this year buying back its stock. While this may raise some questions, here's why any such concerns are misguided.

Oct 14, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is It Time to Buy ConAgra Foods Inc. Stock?

ConAgra is shaping up to be a strong turnaround stock, based on the progress it's made this year and its modest valuation.

Oct 13, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Do Apple Inc.'s Massive Stock Buybacks Make Sense?

Activist investor Carl Icahn has renewed his call for Apple to spend even more of its cash flow on share buybacks. Is he right?

Oct 13, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Even With Faltering Sales, McDonald's Corporations $3 Billion Investments Are a Smart Move

McDonald's is having a really bad year, but its plans to keep investing in new markets might be just the cure.

Oct 13, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Why IBM's $108 Billion in Share Buybacks Is Money Well Spent

IBM is spending billions of its cash flow on buying back its own shares. Here's why management's strategy is right on the money.

Oct 9, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Why Intel Has Soared 32% in 2014

Semiconductor giant Intel has rallied tremendously since the start of the year. With only modest expectations for growth this year, is there reason for shareholders to be cautious?

Oct 7, 2014 by Bob Ciura

What AT&T Shareholders Need to Know for October

AT&T, with a dividend yield over 5%, is about to pay out its quarterly dividend.

Oct 6, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Why Groupon Stock Has Crashed 43% in 2014

Groupon has registered solid sales growth this year, but a continued lack of profitability has caused investors to flee.

Oct 6, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Why Intel's Rising Capital Expenditures Are Wise Investments

Intel is spending several billion dollars on capital expenditure plans. Here's why Intel's willingness to increase investment is a wise move.

Oct 6, 2014 by Bob Ciura

What Dividend Investors Need to Know About General Mills

After a disappointing year, General Mills will be counting on growth in new product categories to help drive sales.

Oct 6, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is Colgate-Palmolive's Share Buyback Program the Best Use of Capital?

Colgate-Palmolive spends more on share buybacks than it does on dividends. This is a questionable policy, because of its lower dividend yield than many of its competitors, and a paltry dividend increase this year.

Oct 6, 2014 by Bob Ciura

What Verizon Stock Investors Need To Know This Week

Verizon is about to send out more cash to its shareholders. Here's what you should know about Verizon's dividend.

Oct 3, 2014 by Bob Ciura

What Are Investors to Make of PepsiCo's Share Buybacks?

PepsiCo is ramping up its share buyback program. Should investors be concerned that the company is getting too aggressive?

Oct 3, 2014 by Bob Ciura

3 Reasons ConAgra Foods' Stock Could Fall

ConAgra Foods is counting on a significant business turnaround this year, but it may not work out as management hopes. Here are a few reasons to remain cautious on the stock.

Oct 2, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Do Qualcomm's Billions in Share Buybacks Make Sense?

Qualcomm's strong growth helps supports its share buybacks.

Oct 2, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is Philip Morris International a Good Dividend Stock to Buy?

Philip Morris has all the hallmarks of a good dividend stock -- namely earnings growth and an above-average yield.

Oct 1, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is The Coca-Cola Company a Good Dividend Stock to Buy Now?

Coca-Cola is venturing into new product categories, which could fuel its future growth. In the meantime, income investors are sure to appreciate Coca-Cola's rock-solid dividend.

Oct 1, 2014 by Bob Ciura

3 Reasons ConAgra Foods' Stock Could Rise

ConAgra had a mediocre quarter, but new products, a new CEO, and an improved balance sheet could provide a spark for greater improvement going forward.

Sep 29, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is General Mills a Good Dividend Stock to Buy Now?

General Mills is a reliable dividend stock, but how much growth it can sustain going forward is not quite certain.

Sep 26, 2014 by Bob Ciura

3 Reasons Schlumberger Ltd Stock Could Rise

Improving performance in domestic and international markets, as well as increasing cash returns to shareholders, could keep Schlumberger's rally intact.

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