Apr 21, 2014 by Bob CiuraHere's Why Eni Sees Recovery Ahead After a Bruising YearEni's cash flow fell last year, but management is extremely confident in what the future holds. Here's why.
Apr 18, 2014 by Bob CiuraCoca-Cola's Results Are Hard to SwallowCoca-Cola's first-quarter results showed a striking disparity between the emerging markets and more developed economies, where changing consumer habits are having a distinct impact on growth.
Apr 18, 2014 by Bob CiuraIntel Corporation Earnings: Stabilization, but More Is NeededIntel met expectations on first-quarter earnings, but its PC business is still holding the company back from growth.
Apr 17, 2014 by Bob CiuraTotal's Big Plans for Africa Will Provide Long-Term GrowthTotal's recent announcement that it will go ahead with its $16 billion Angola deep-water project paves the way for future growth.
Apr 17, 2014 by Bob CiuraHere's How BP plc's Focus Will Fuel its FutureBP is now a slimmer, more streamlined company than it was before the oil spill in the Gulf. Here's why management is still totally confident in what the future holds.
Apr 17, 2014 by Bob CiuraHow Altria Plans to Keep Delivering ReturnsDespite the decline of smoking, Altria can keep generating growth with price increases and a focus on other brands.
Apr 17, 2014 by Bob CiuraPost Earnings, Wells Fargo, JPMorgan, and Citigroup Are Looking Like Solid BuysJP Morgan and Wells Fargo are seeing improving metrics, so they are raising their dividends and buying back their shares.
Apr 16, 2014 by Bob CiuraBig Oil Bets on LNG For Emerging Market GrowthChevron, Anadarko, and Royal Dutch Shell each have huge LNG operations that are ideally suited to supply the emerging markets.
Apr 16, 2014 by Bob CiuraBe Careful When Buying Fertilizers Because Not All Are Created EqualDue to its focus on nitrogen fertilizer, CF Industries isn't nearly as vulnerable to the deteriorating potash and phosphate markets as its two industry peers.
Apr 16, 2014 by Bob CiuraAlthough LINN Might Disappoint This Quarter, its Future is Extremely BrightLINN disappointed with its fourth quarter results and may do so again this quarter. However, the company's long-term picture is extremely positive.
Apr 16, 2014 by Bob CiuraWithout This Region, 3 Energy Companies Would Be In Serious TroubleDue to its huge amounts of natural gas, the Marcellus shale has huge potential for Chesapeake Energy, Regency Energy, and Kinder Morgan Energy Partners.
Apr 15, 2014 by Bob CiuraYou Need to Know What ConocoPhillips Had to Say About its Key Focus AreasConocoPhillips management presented its key focus areas to drive margins and production in the years ahead. Here are the main takeaways from its 2014 analyst meeting.
Apr 14, 2014 by Bob CiuraHere's Why Royal Dutch Shell is Walking a Dangerous TightropeShell is selling off billions in assets and sharply cutting spending. But management's desire for growth means the company is attempting a very delicate balancing act.
Apr 12, 2014 by Bob CiuraCostco Wholesale Looks Like a BuyWhile its closest competitors grapple with falling comps, Costco is sailing through the tough climate for retailers.
Apr 12, 2014 by Bob CiuraAs Family Dollar Continues to Disappoint, Its Competitors Look Even BetterFamily Dollar's second consecutive poor earnings report and store closure announcement send a clear signal that Dollar General and Dollar Tree are hitting the retailer where it hurts.
Apr 10, 2014 by Bob CiuraThe Continued Slide in PC Shipments Is Affecting These 3 Tech StocksA recent study by IDC and Gartner confirms the carnage in the PC industry is far from over.
Apr 10, 2014 by Bob CiuraFossil Group, Inc. Is a Very Attractive BuyFossil gives investors a fantastic blend of growth and a reasonable valuation.
Apr 10, 2014 by Bob CiuraIs Chevron's Warning Cause for Concern?Chevron's first quarter results won't improve much from the fourth quarter's, due to harsh weather. Are investors right to lose patience with Chevron?
Apr 10, 2014 by Bob CiuraHere's How Duke Energy can Electrify Your PortfolioDuke Energy's hefty dividend and reliable profits make it an ideal pick for investors looking to juice their portfolio's yield.
Apr 10, 2014 by Bob CiuraSeadrill Ltd's Momentum is Set to ContinueSeadrill's newly secured rig contracts will provide solid revenue potential, and give further cushioning for the company's huge dividend yield.
