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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

Sep 25, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is Wal-Mart Stores or Costco Wholesale the Better Dividend Stock to Buy?

Wal-Mart and Costco are going in vastly different directions, which means one stands as the better pick for income investors.

Sep 25, 2014 by Bob Ciura

What Microsoft Corporation Dividend Investors Need to Know

Microsoft recently concluded its fiscal year and, to reflect its success, rewarded its shareholders with a strong dividend increase.

Sep 24, 2014 by Bob Ciura

5 Things ConAgra Foods' Management Wants You to Know

Here are five things ConAgra management had to say about the fiscal first quarter in their conference call with analysts.

Sep 24, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Why There's No Such Thing As a Risk-Free Investment

Those who choose to put all their savings into low-yielding, FDIC-insured products need to keep one huge consideration in mind.

Sep 23, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is Intel or Qualcomm the Better Dividend Stock to Buy?

In a showdown of semiconductor giants, let's see whether Intel or Qualcomm is the better pick for income investors.

Sep 23, 2014 by Bob Ciura

3 Reasons Schlumberger Ltd. Stock Could Fall

Here are a few significant potential headwinds that could hit Schlumberger going forward, and cause a possible decline in the company's stock price.

Sep 22, 2014 by Bob Ciura

What McDonald's, Inc. Dividend Investors Need to Know

McDonald's recently increased its dividend, but 2014 hasn't been a good year for the fast-food giant. Here's what shareholders need to know now.

Sep 22, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is It Time to Buy Schlumberger?

Schlumberger is growing, and it holds an attractive valuation and strong balance sheet. Here's why now might be a great time to buy the stock.

Sep 22, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is Altria Still a Good Dividend Stock to Buy in the Face of Declining Smoking Rates?

Altria is generating solid growth, has powerful brands that allow for regular price increases, and is expanding into new product categories. These reasons are Altria's dividend is rock-solid.

Sep 19, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is P&G or Clorox the Better Dividend Stock to Buy?

In a match-up of two consumer staples giants, here's which one should be given preference from income investors.

Sep 19, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is Apple a Good Dividend Stock to Buy?

While Apple's product announcements get most of the attention, income investors have plenty of reason to consider Apple for its dividend as well.

Sep 19, 2014 by Bob Ciura

5 Things Schlumberger Management Wants You to Know

Schlumberger is firing on all cylinders. Here are some important items management discussed in its most recent conference call.

Sep 18, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is Intel or Texas Instruments a Better Dividend Stock to Buy?

Semiconductor giants Intel and Texas Instruments offer similar dividend yields, but one stock has a distinct advantage.

Sep 18, 2014 by Bob Ciura

ConAgra Foods Earnings: Recovery Takes Shape

ConAgra is still posting sales declines, but made significant progress in some of its key strategic initiatives during the first quarter.

Sep 18, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Why McDonald's Corporation Is No Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle is racking up impressive growth while McDonald's is seeing its U.S. sales fall. It goes deeper than just changing consumer tastes.

Sep 17, 2014 by Bob Ciura

What Altria Shareholders Need to Know for September

A dividend increase, and a potential cash windfall, are some key items Altria shareholders should know about right now.

Sep 17, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is Cisco Systems or Microsoft the Better Dividend Stock to Buy?

Cisco and Microsoft have similar dividend financial metrics, but one company's future dividend growth is likely to be higher thanks to its much better free cash flow growth.

Sep 16, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is Verizon or AT&T a Better Dividend Stock to Buy?

Verizon and AT&T are both high-yielding telecoms, but which one is better for your portfolio could depend on what type of investor you are and your income needs.

Sep 16, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Is Wendy's or McDonald's the Better Dividend Stock to Buy?

The burger wars rage on. Here's the fast-food giant income investors should prefer.

Sep 16, 2014 by Bob Ciura

What Verizon Dividend Investors Need to Know In September

It's been a great month for Verizon shareholders, who just received a solid dividend increase. Here's why Verizon is handing out more cash to its investors.

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