May 2, 2014 by Bob CiuraAlliance Resource Partners is a Wolf in Coal ClothingAlliance Resource Partners is doing what no other coal company can. Here's how.
May 1, 2014 by Bob CiuraeBay's Repatriation of Overseas Cash Was the Wrong MoveInstead of bringing back overseas cash and paying a huge tax bill, eBay would have been better off selling bonds to fund its share repurchases, like tech peers Apple and Cisco have done.
May 1, 2014 by Bob CiuraApple Is Raising Lots of Debt, and That's a Good ThingApple's mountain of cash is doing little other than rotting on the books. With so much of its cash held overseas, Apple will benefit shareholders by selling bonds to fund its huge buybacks and dividend payments.
May 1, 2014 by Bob CiuraKinder Morgan is at the Center of the American Energy BoomKinder Morgan's huge network of oil and gas pipelines and storage facilities places the company in a great position to profit from the ongoing American energy revolution.
May 1, 2014 by Bob CiuraHere's Why Energy Transfer Partner's Major Investment is Risky but Should Pay OffManagement's acquisition of Sunoco is soaking up huge resources, but tantalizing growth potential means this was a risk worth taking.
Apr 30, 2014 by Bob Ciura3 Great Stock Picks for a Roth IRAIf you're planning for retirement, the Roth IRA remains one of the most effective tools to build years of wealth tax-free. See why Procter & Gamble, AT&T, and Johnson & Johnson make great candidates for a Roth IRA.
Apr 30, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhat You Should Keep in Mind When Chevron Reports EarningsChevron will report first-quarter earnings on May 2. The bar is set low, so here's what you should focus on.
Apr 30, 2014 by Bob CiuraHow China Came to Apple's Rescue Last QuarterYou may be surprised at how quickly Apple is building its presence in China, which is rapidly becoming one of its most important markets.
Apr 29, 2014 by Bob CiuraLorillard and Altria Shareholders Need Not Fear the FDA's Latest E-Cigarette RulingJust when tobacco companies were reaping the rewards from investing in electronic cigarettes, the FDA is out with a new set of rulings that more closely regulates e-cigs.
Apr 29, 2014 by Bob CiuraBP's Exposure to Russia Is a Significant ConcernAs the conflict between Russia and Ukraine escalates, BP is one company in particular with a lot to lose.
Apr 28, 2014 by Bob CiuraHere's Why You Shouldn't Get Overly Excited About Apple Inc's Stock SplitOf all the great news Apple gave investors in its quarterly earnings, its 7-for-1 stock split is the least important. Here's why.
Apr 28, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhy Netflix, Inc Raising Prices Is the Right MoveNetflix is experiencing higher costs as it grows internationally and builds out its original programming. Here's why a modest price increase is the right strategy.
Apr 28, 2014 by Bob CiuraWells Fargo Is Still Light Years Ahead of Bank of AmericaBank of America's disturbing trend of huge litigation charges against earnings poses a much greater risk than Wells Fargo.
Apr 27, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhy You're Wrong to Think the HBO-Amazon.com Deal Is a Netflix, Inc KillerWhile HBO and Amazon both stand to benefit from their newly-announced partnership, it's a mistake to think Netflix is a sure loser from the deal.
Apr 25, 2014 by Bob CiuraQualcomm, Inc. Earnings: Here's Why It Is Still a Compelling StockDespite its sell off after earnings, Qualcomm's underlying business posted solid results last quarter. And, the future is extremely bright, thanks to continued demand for its chips.
Apr 24, 2014 by Bob CiuraApple Inc's Blowout Quarter Is Just the BeginningApple trounced estimates on iPhone sales, revenue, and profits. Plus, the possibility for new product releases could set the stage for a huge year.
Apr 24, 2014 by Bob CiuraRumors of Groupon's Demise Are Greatly ExaggeratedDespite Groupon's sharp drop in share price this year, its underlying business did well last year. Also, it has plenty of future growth opportunities up ahead.
Apr 23, 2014 by Bob CiuraMcDonald's Earnings Are Tough to SwallowMcDonald's first-quarter results left a lot to be desired, but risk-averse investors still have a lot to like about the golden arches.
Apr 22, 2014 by Bob CiuraYou Can Find High Dividend Yields in Surprising PlacesIt may sound like a surprise, but investors can earn hefty dividend yields from the technology sector.
Apr 22, 2014 by Bob CiuraIBM's Steady Recovery ContinuesInvestors should keep in mind that IBM's recovery will take more time. However, a path to future growth is clear.
