Mar 19, 2014 by Bob CiuraBP is Back in Business in the Gulf of Mexico in a Big WaySignificant discoveries in recent months and a settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will pave the way for BP to dominate in the Gulf once again.
Mar 18, 2014 by Bob CiuraUtility Stocks Should Not be Viewed as BondsInvestors often fret about utility stocks like AEP, Duke, and Consolidated Edison when interest rates are going up. However, it's important to remember a fundamental difference between bonds and stocks.
Mar 18, 2014 by Bob CiuraAs BP Climbs a Wall of Worry, Here's the Risks You Should Consider Before BuyingBP's heavy reliance on Russian energy production and the ongoing civil trial stemming from the 2010 oil spill are two major risks to carefully consider.
Mar 17, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhy a Boring Business Can Be Your Best FriendCompanies that are considered boring, such as industrials like Emerson Electric, Dover, and Illinois Tool Works, generate returns that are anything but boring.
Mar 17, 2014 by Bob CiuraIs Southern Company's Debt Load a Cause For Concern?If interest rates rise, utilities may be in trouble to refinance their heavy debt loads. Should Southern Company's investors worry?
Mar 15, 2014 by Bob CiuraDon't Overreact to Fear of a Chinese Economic SlowdownInvestors are selling off precious metals mining stocks in the aftermath of disappointing Chinese exports. But the market seems to be missing the long-term production growth prospects of Barrick Gold, Freeport-McMoRan, and Southern Copper.
Mar 15, 2014 by Bob CiuraThe Best Dollar Store for Your DollarWhen it comes to dollar stores, Dollar General continues to lead the pack. Here's why investors should look past its current struggles to realize its greater potential.
Mar 14, 2014 by Bob CiuraIs Chevron's Latest Announcement a Disappointment?Chevron has lowered its long-term production forecast and will sell off $10 billion in assets. Should investors be concerned?
Mar 14, 2014 by Bob CiuraDuPont's Push Into Agriculture Will Pay Rewards for YearsDuPont has targeted agriculture as its next growth venture and has rolled out a number of products designed to solve increasingly challenging agricultural issues.
Mar 14, 2014 by Bob CiuraThis Copper Miner is About to Become an Energy PowerhouseFreeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold will soon be much more than just a copper miner. It made huge acquisitions last year to break into oil and gas production in a big way.
Mar 13, 2014 by Bob CiuraCanada Holds the Key to ExxonMobil's Production GrowthAfter a year of falling production and amid renewed capital discipline, ExxonMobil is banking on its Kearl project in the Canadian oil sands.
Mar 13, 2014 by Bob CiuraThe Gulf of Mexico Is Crucial to Royal Dutch Shell's FutureRoyal Dutch Shell is taking an axe to capital expenditures and is undergoing a wave of asset divestments. As a result, its existing projects like the Gulf of Mexico become even more crucial for production growth.
Mar 13, 2014 by Bob CiuraEnergy is General Electric's Next Great FrontierGE is breaking away from its reputation as an industrial conglomerate and is steadily building out an emerging multi-billion dollar oil and gas business.
Mar 12, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhat Should LINN Energy Do With its Prized Asset?LINN has yet to maximize the potential of its Midland Basin asset, but it's actively weighing options to create immediate value for investors.
Mar 12, 2014 by Bob CiuraExxon Mobil Corporation Is Confident and You Should Be TooThe largest energy company in the world has a record number of projects coming on-line and will focus on higher-margin products. Add it all up, and 2014 could be a fantastic year for Exxon Mobil.
Mar 12, 2014 by Bob CiuraWhy the U.S. Consumer Is Doing Better Than You Might Think -- and What It Means for These 3 CompaniesConsumer spending and hiring are coming in better than expected. That should boost the outlook for companies reliant on the consumer, including Clorox, Lowe's, and Costco.
Mar 11, 2014 by Bob CiuraWill ExxonMobil's Future Production Disappoint?ExxonMobil is cutting upstream spending and sees flat production growth this year. Can the company execute enough on existing projects to keep profits afloat?
Mar 9, 2014 by Bob CiuraAre China's Top Companies Better Than Ours?While ExxonMobil and Chevron are disappointing investors on production, PetroChina is outperforming. Here's why.
Mar 8, 2014 by Bob CiuraHow IBM Will Reach Its Profit PotentialIBM has pledged to increase earnings by 23% by the end of 2015. Here's how the technology giant plans to do it.
Mar 7, 2014 by Bob CiuraDividend Growth Investors Should Consider Seadrill PartnersSeadrill Partners yields half as much as Seadrill, but it's got much greater room for distribution growth over the next several years.
