Jul 7, 2015 by Bob CiuraSysco Gets Dealt a Major Blow: What It Means for InvestorsHere's why Sysco's failed attempt to buy US Foods is a big deal not just for the company, but also for its investors.
Jul 6, 2015 by Bob CiuraDisney Just Showed Dividend Investors Some MagicDisney's 15% dividend increase and its move to semi-annual dividend payments mean its stock is a much stronger candidate for dividend-focused portfolios.
Jul 6, 2015 by Bob CiuraWith Recent Gains, Kroger Co Announces Dividend Increase and Stock BuybacksHere are the reasons for Kroger's success and its recent decision to rapidly increase cash returns to shareholders.
Jul 2, 2015 by Bob Ciura2 High-Dividend Telecom Stocks to Buy, and 1 to AvoidDespite the fact that Frontier Communications has a much higher dividend yield than AT&T or Verizon, investors should take a pass.
Jul 2, 2015 by Bob CiuraWal-Mart Stores Inc. Gets Tough on Costs -- Why It Matters for InvestorsWal-Mart is focused on reducing losses from theft, while also getting tough on suppliers. Here is why investors should applaud these moves.
Jun 30, 2015 by Bob CiuraAttention Dividend Investors: Which of These 3 Semiconductor Stocks Is Right for You?In a matchup of some of the biggest dividend payers in the semiconductor space, different stocks appeal to different portfolios.
Jun 30, 2015 by Bob CiuraInvestor Activism Strikes Again With ConAgra Foods Inc -- But Is It All Smoke and Mirrors?Shares of packaged foods giant ConAgra hit an all-time high after an activist investor bought a significant stake in the company. But is the rally sustainable?
Jun 27, 2015 by Bob CiuraForget ExxonMobil and Chevron; BP Is the Best Integrated Major for Your PortfolioHere's why BP's discounted valuation and high dividend yield make it a better pick than its two closest industry peers.
Jun 26, 2015 by Bob CiuraWhat Procter & Gamble Co's $12 Billion Deal Means for InvestorsP&G is about to make a huge sale as part of its long-term strategic shift. Here is why the deal makes a lot of sense for the company.
Jun 25, 2015 by Bob CiuraThe 2 Best Stocks to Invest in Baby ProductsProcter & Gamble and Kimberly-Clark do well with diaper sales.
Jun 24, 2015 by Bob Ciura2 Utilities to Buy and 1 to AvoidAmerican Electric Power and Consolidated Edison look very attractive right now, but investors should take a pass on Southern Company.
Jun 21, 2015 by Bob CiuraIs Craft Soda The Answer To Declining Soda Sales?PepsiCo is taking a page out of the beer industry’s playbook by announcing a craft soda. Here’s why the move makes great strategic sense.
Jun 21, 2015 by Bob CiuraBetter Dividend Stock: Microsoft or Apple, Inc.?One of these two tech titans offers a higher dividend yield and higher dividend growth than the other, which makes it the better pick for income investors.
Jun 19, 2015 by Bob CiuraIs Breitburn Energy Partners LP Finally a Buy?Breitburn Energy, like most oil and gas E&P companies, has had a terrible year. Here's why things might finally be looking up.
Jun 17, 2015 by Bob Ciura3 Sin Stocks With 5% Dividend YieldsA 5% dividend yield is rare these days, but these three sin stocks offer 5% yields, each of which is supported with underlying free cash flow.
Jun 17, 2015 by Bob CiuraTarget Offers Up $5 Billion in Buybacks and a Dividend Increase: Why It's a Great MoveHere's what led to Target's impressive turnaround, and its large stock buyback and dividend increases.
Jun 16, 2015 by Bob CiuraRetirees Should Own These 3 Dividend Stocks If the Market FallsIf the markets go south, income investors can turn to Wal-Mart, McDonald's, and PepsiCo to buck the trend.
Jun 16, 2015 by Bob CiuraDon’t Buy Procter & Gamble; Buy This Dividend Stock InsteadP&G is a prized dividend stock, but dividend growth investors may want to buy one of P&G's smaller competitors, Church & Dwight.
Jun 15, 2015 by Bob CiuraDon’t Panic: This 5% Yield Is Not In DangerInvestors might be worrying about Philip Morris International's high dividend, but the company's fundamentals continue to support its generous shareholder payout.
Jun 15, 2015 by Bob CiuraM&A in the Semiconductor Industry: Will Qualcomm Be Next to Make a Deal?Qualcomm is struggling to overcome challenges and has a lot of cash at its disposal. Perhaps an acquisition is just what the doctor ordered.
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