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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

Apr 10, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Here's Why This is the Best Coal Stock to Buy... If There is One

While most other coal companies flounder, Alliance Resource Partners keeps racking up impressive growth and paying its investors a hefty distribution.

Apr 9, 2014 by Bob Ciura

The Key Takeaways From Alcoa's Earnings Report

As Alcoa kicks off the unofficial start to earnings season, it once again offers investors mixed results.

Apr 9, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Here's Why ExxonMobil Corporation and Chevron Corporation Have Better Days Ahead

Integrated majors ExxonMobil and Chevron got walloped last year by disappointing production and horrible refining conditions. Here's why this year will bring a recovery across the integrated model.

Apr 8, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Here's How Anadarko's Big Bet on Liquefied Natural Gas Will Fuel its Future

Anadarko Petroleum's huge Mozambique LNG project just secured long-term supply agreements, which paves the way for huge growth in the emerging markets.

Apr 8, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Fight Back Against High Gas Prices by Buying These 3 Oil Stocks

High oil prices mean pain at the pump for consumers, but Occidental Petroleum, ConocoPhillips, and Marathon Oil will be smiling all the way to the bank.

Apr 7, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Another Setback for Southern Company's Major Growth Venture

Another round of severe cost overruns threatens the financial viability of Southern's massive Kemper project.

Apr 7, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Why a Tough Year for REITs Makes These 3 Stocks Great Buys (HCP, Inc., Health Care REIT, Inc., Realty Income Corp)

Despite the prospect of higher interest rates, Realty Income, HCP, and Health Care REIT have positive underlying fundamentals to support their tantalizing dividend yields.

Apr 5, 2014 by Bob Ciura

McDonald's Is on the Value Menu

While McDonald's growth has disappointed, the stock is cheap and offers better downside protection than Chipotle or Wendy's.

Apr 4, 2014 by Bob Ciura

It's a Marathon Not a Sprint for This Under-the-Radar Energy Company

While ExxonMobil and Chevron get most of the attention, smaller upstream major Marathon Oil is out-performing them both on some crucial measures.

Apr 4, 2014 by Bob Ciura

If You're a Defensive-Minded Investor You Should Consider American Electric Power

In times of economic uncertainty, American Electric's reliable profits and hefty dividends become all the more valuable.

Apr 4, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Another Positive Development Bodes Well for EOG Resources

Strong well results at EOG's Eagle Ford development position the company well to meet its 2014 production growth hopes.

Apr 4, 2014 by Bob Ciura

You Shouldn't Buy a Gold ETF When these Companies are Available

Investors may instinctively flock to an ETF to play gold, but the mining stocks themselves are a better way to invest. Here's why.

Apr 4, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Here's How Monsanto is Planting the Seeds of Future Profits

Monsanto's corn and soybean businesses are expanding across the world, which will set it up for a very profitable future.

Apr 4, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Here's Why Total is Looking Forward to a Brighter Future

With a poor 2013 in the books, Total is hoping its project ramp-ups and new investments will fuel higher profits this year and beyond.

Apr 2, 2014 by Bob Ciura

You Shouldn't Overlook this Company Paying a 7% Yield

Regency Energy Partners is a great high-yielding option to profit from the natural gas boom in the United States.

Apr 2, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Here's Why These 2 Energy Giants Can Support Your Portfolio

Despite last year's struggles, both ExxonMobil and Chevron have tremendous track records of stability.

Apr 2, 2014 by Bob Ciura

The Future of Emerging Markets Wouldn't Be as Clear Without Deere & Co.

Deere is rapidly expanding its footprint across the world, which should result in strong profit growth thanks to rising populations and standards of living in the emerging markets.

Apr 1, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Here's Why Alcoa's Momentum May Not be Built Ford Tough

The potential of a partnership with Ford on the new F-150 pickup truck may be over-shadowed by ongoing shutdowns at Alcoa's major smelters.

Mar 31, 2014 by Bob Ciura

Are Transocean, Seadrill, and Ensco PLC's Dividends Too Good to be True?

The huge dividend yields offered by oil drillers look tantalizing on the surface, but the impending slowdown in demand for oil rigs may call the sustainability of their payouts into question.

Mar 31, 2014 by Bob Ciura

How These 3 Oil and Gas Companies Are Banking on Bakken Oil

Oil production from the Bakken field in North Dakota and Montana is on the upswing, and EOG Resources, Kodiak Oil & Gas, and ConocoPhillips are reaping the benefits.

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