Jun 4, 2014 by Bob CiuraSeadrill Offers up a Surprise Dividend Increase, But Is There Cause for Concern?Seadrill's first-quarter earnings weren't as great as they appear. With a debt-laden balance sheet, was increasing its dividend the wrong move?
Jun 3, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhy Hillshire Brands Would Be Smart to Drop Its Bid for Pinnacle FoodsHillshire was on the cusp of an expensive acquisition of Pinnacle Foods. But it would be wise to ditch its offer and sell itself to Pilgrim's Pride instead.
Jun 3, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhat Hewlett-Packard Needs to Do for a Succesful TurnaroundHP needs to continue aggressively investing in newer technologies to break away from hardware. Job cuts alone won't get the job done.
Jun 2, 2014 by Bob CiuraThis Struggling Teen Retailer Is Running Out of TimeShares of Aeropostale jumped after the company received some much-needed cash. However, unless it can find a way to stop the mass customer exodus from its stores, its time is running out.
Jun 2, 2014 by Bob CiuraBest Buy and Sears Holdings: Should You Avoid These 2 Retail Stocks?Best Buy and Sears Holdings are in trouble because their customers are fleeing fast.
Jun 2, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhy This High-Yielding Agriculture MLP Is Worth Your TimeTerra Nitrogen offers a cheap valuation, an attractive 8% yield, and it operates in an industry with compelling long-term economic potential.
Jun 2, 2014 by Bob CiuraDespite Short-Term Struggles, Chevron Is a Great Pick for Patient InvestorsChevron's profits are still in decline, but once its major projects come online, its financial performance will reward your patience.
Jun 1, 2014 by Bob CiuraPepsiCo to Critics: We're Doing Just Fine, Thank YouDespite persistent criticism, PepsiCo has no plans to do anything drastic. After all, a long history of diversified products, great brands, and wise management allowed PepsiCo to make its shareholders rich.
May 31, 2014 by Bob CiuraAfter a Big Dividend Increase, Deere Can RunDeere is poised to profit from the extremely favorable tailwinds behind the agriculture industry, and proved it by significantly increasing its dividend.
May 31, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhy Apple Should've Bought Pandora Media, Not Beats ElectronicsIf Apple wants to get serious in the music streaming wars, it shouldn't have wasted its time on Beats Electronics. It should have just bought Pandora and would have instantly become an industry leader.
May 31, 2014 by Bob CiuraHow This Retailer Is Proving That Dollars Do Grow on TreesDollar Tree posted a record first quarter despite harsh winter weather and cautious consumers. Here's why it's still got plenty of growth in store.
May 31, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhy the Internet of Things Will Be Intel's Next Great FrontierA new technology that could connect virtually every device in existence stands to pave the way for Intel's future.
May 31, 2014 by Bob CiuraMcDonald's New Plan to Enrich Shareholders -- I'm Lovin' It!McDonald's intends to return as much as $20 billion to investors over the next two years. Here's how McDonald's can satisfy your appetite for cash.
May 27, 2014 by Bob CiuraHome Depot: Strong Brand, Superb Management, Great StockHome Depot consistently finds a way to grow, even under adverse business conditions, and it's rewarding shareholders handsomely along the way.
May 26, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhy PetSmart's Sell-Off Is a Buying OpportunityAmericans spend tens of billions of dollars every year to keep their pets happy and healthy. That means a promising outlook for PetSmart.
May 26, 2014 by Bob CiuraShould You Take a Swing at Dick's Sporting Goods?Shares of Dick's Sporting Goods collapsed 18% after its first-quarter results, but it seems the market overreacted. Here's why.
May 25, 2014 by Bob CiuraDespite the Huge Rally, J.C. Penney Isn't Out of the WoodsThere's simply no need to gamble on J.C. Penney. It's still reporting huge losses and is getting beat at its own game by Macy's.
May 24, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhy eBay Inc Is Too Risky Right NowThe news that millions of eBay users have had their personal information hacked into presents a significant risk, and it's enough to avoid the shares until the situation clears up.
May 23, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhy LINN Energy's Big Trade Matters to You Now that LINN Energy finally made a move with its prized Permian Basin asset, what are the potential implications for investors?
May 23, 2014 by Bob CiuraTarget's Recovery Will Take Time, but There Are Better Days AheadTarget's problems are severe but likely short term. The stock is cheap and could be a Foolish opportunity if the company can get its act together.
