Oct 23, 2013 by Bob CiuraShould Investors Bail on Big Tech?Many large technology companies are reporting higher profits but stagnating revenue. Is a slowdown in global technology spending cause for concern?
Oct 23, 2013 by Bob CiuraAre These Dividend Stocks Fully Valued?Materials giants Praxair, Airgas, and Air Products operate stable businesses with soaring share prices. At their lofty valuations, will shareholders soon be gasping for air?
Oct 23, 2013 by Bob CiuraIs Coal Still a Part of America's Future?After low natural gas prices the past few years caused utilities to switch from coal to natural gas, there may finally be cause for hope for coal producers, including Peabody Energy.
Oct 23, 2013 by Bob CiuraTaper or No Taper, Stable Operations Make These Utilities Solid BuysDespite these utility stocks suffering from the possibility of higher interest rates, their futures remain bright.
Oct 22, 2013 by Bob CiuraEmerging Market Growth Means Huge Rewards for These Oil MajorsExxonMobil believes Africa will be at the forefront of population and economic growth through 2040, and will soon become a global leader in energy demand. If true, here's who stands to win big.
Oct 22, 2013 by Bob CiuraWhy These Offshore Drillers Are Primed for SuccessOil is getting harder and harder to find, but huge investment in ultra-deepwater rigs means these offshore drillers won't disappoint investors.
Oct 21, 2013 by Bob CiuraShould You Buy These MLP Spinoffs?For investors searching for sustainable yield, these newly spun-off master limited partnerships may be a great alternative.
Oct 21, 2013 by Bob CiuraWhy These Chemicals Giants Have Promising FuturesRising global demand for food will mean big profits in store for these three industry titans.
Oct 21, 2013 by Bob CiuraWill European Energy Stocks Outperform Their U.S. Rivals?More promising fields and greater expected production from BP and Eni may make them better bets than U.S.-based energy giant Chevron.
Oct 21, 2013 by Bob CiuraIs Alcoa Out of The Woods?Global aluminum producers are increasing operational efficiency, but pricing pressure continues to impact results. Does Alcoa have a bright future in store?
Oct 19, 2013 by Bob CiuraThese 3 Stocks Will Reap Huge Rewards From the Boom in Athletic Apparel Nike recently laid out its long-term plans at its recent investor day. If its projections for athletic apparel materialize as planned, it won't be the only company profiting handsomely.
Oct 18, 2013 by Bob CiuraWill a New Fed Chair Be a Major Boost for Stocks?If Janet Yellen succeeds Ben Bernanke as head of the Federal Reserve, continued stimulus could mean higher stock prices in store.
Oct 16, 2013 by Bob CiuraWill Yum! Brands Make You Sick?Disappointing results from the operator of the KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell chains may give its investors indigestion. Should investors favor one of Yum!'s rivals instead?
Oct 15, 2013 by Bob CiuraWill Poor Upstream Results Hurt ExxonMobil's Future Earnings?Already struggling in a tough environment, there may be more pain in store for ExxonMobil if its upstream results disappoint in future quarters.
Oct 15, 2013 by Bob CiuraAvoid Debt-Ceiling Drama With These UtilitiesAs the market frets over the debt ceiling and volatility returns to equities, investors can sleep well at night with these rock-solid utility stocks.
Oct 14, 2013 by Bob CiuraTo Find the Best Stocks, Start With the Best BrandsThere are new rankings for the top brands in the world. Here's why the three most valuable brands are also great stocks to buy for the long-term.
Oct 14, 2013 by Bob CiuraWill These Miners Get Crushed by Falling Metals Prices?Prices of gold, copper, and many other precious metals have gotten hammered this year. While there may be further pain in store, these mining stocks may dig up gains sooner rather than later.
Oct 14, 2013 by Bob CiuraAre Oil Refiners Too Risky to Buy?Deteriorating earnings projections are causing refining stocks to suffer greatly. Is there any reason for optimism when discussing Phillips 66, Marathon Petroleum, HollyFrontier and Valero?
Oct 14, 2013 by Bob CiuraIs the Potash Industry Headed for Trouble?A global potash partnership broke up, stoking fears of a supply glut for the major potash producers like Potash Corp of Saskatchewan, Mosaic and Intrepid Potash. Here's why the pain may already be priced in.
Oct 13, 2013 by Bob CiuraThis Company Is the Canary in the Coal MineWhile most coal producers struggle mightily in a harsh operating climate, one company succeeds and is a great buy for income investors.
