Kellogg Benefits From Brand LoyaltyFuture economic uncertainty makes Kellogg and other blue chips your best bets.
Hot Plays In The Canadian Bakken ShaleThe Bakken shale extends into Canada, where companies are developing the play in Saskatchewan.
Embrace DividendsOver the past 100 years or so, nearly one-half of the market returns are a result of dividends.
Four ETFs For The Income-Minded International InvestorThese three international dividend ETFs will diversify any portfolio.
Aluminum Reality CheckAre aluminum companies really seeing better days, or are they just shrinking their way to success?
No Surprises At Procter & GambleOverall, it's a big positive to have businesses as entrenched as P&G come out with a favorable outlook.
This Year's 5 Hottest Retail StocksThese retailers have shown exceptional outperformance despite the market's woes.
Tim Hortons; Focus On The Donut, Not The HoleTim Hortons reported lower third-quarter earnings, but is suffering from a more severe outlook than it deserves.
Visa Charges Too Far ForwardDespite its sound and lucrative business model, shares of Visa are richly valued.
Honeywell's Sweet FutureHoneywell's future looks good; everyone needs to stay warm.
The Global Titans of TomorrowSmall caps are great, but emerging-market small caps are even better.
Baidu Hits A BumpChinese internet search leader Baidu had a good third quarter, but Wall Street is disappointed in Baidu's near-term outlook.
Are Supermarkets Worth A Shop?The supermarket used to be a traditional recession play. These days, it's not looking as good.
Mr. Market Has No Idea Who You AreIt's important to realize that as individual investors, Mr. Market could care less about us.
Technology's Role Grows In Developing Shale PlaysThe exploration and production industry continues to push the limits of technology in developing the large assets it controls in oil and natural gas shale plays.
Healthcare Earnings Are Coming Into FocusFour names to watch in the healthcare space as their earnings are released Nov. 3.
What A Year For ConocoPhillipsWhile comparing numbers to last year make net income look weak, deeply entrenched oil companies like ConocoPhillips can do well at current oil prices.
5 Stocks To Watch Next WeekNext week these five companies will announce their earnings. And you should pay attention to the outcome.
Finding A Win In SinWhile socially responsible investing has its merits, investors adopting a pure moral portfolio maybe missing out some nice gains.
McKesson Riding High On H1N1Investors should keep a close watch on drug distribution firm McKesson's stock.
A Retailer Fit For Any PortfolioInvestors looking for a holiday retail play may like VFC for its strong margins, lean inventory levels and manageable debt load.
Radio Shack Shows Up The NaysayersRadio Shack surpassed expectations and gave investors hope that they will have a profitable holiday season.
Time To Turn The Lights To Electric Utilities?These three utilities may seem dull, but their potential (and market share) should impress you.
Corning Highlights Consumer Tech StrengthCorning's recent earnings show that the company has been doing well during the recession, and stands to do even better.
4 Reasons To Avoid TaleoTaleo was named one of Deloitte LLP's 500 fastest growing technology companies in North America. Here's why you shouldn't get involved.
The Only Investment You Should OwnBefore making any investment, ask yourself: "Would I want to own 100% of this business at the current price?"
Playing The Recovery With Consumer DiscretionaryIf the economy is coming back these ETFs will do well.
Pay Attention To QLTLearn how you effectively get the biopharmaceutical company for free.
A Closer Look At Lululemon's NumbersLululemon just announced guidance for its Q3 ended Nov. 1 that is very bullish. But this one's not a slam dunk.
4 Very Different Stocks Similar ProspectsThese picks show a little of everything, including a down-and-out stock that's slowly making its way back.
ETFs For A Low-Cost, Long-Term PortfolioWhile ETFs are a great tool for exploring sectors, they can form the basis of a great long term portfolio.
Whirpool Can Go Higher From HereWhirlpool's earnings release shows that the company can do well even during a recession. Is it time for investors to get on board?
Treat Stocks Like SavingsThese sensible stocks are likely to provide consistent returns, and would have beaten many professional picks during the market downturn.
Buying England By The PoundIn the forex market, it's time to take advantage of the the cheap pound.
McDonald's: Investors (And Employees) Are Lovin' ItMcDonald's has one of the best 401(k) plans around. It's no wonder this stock is soaring.
Oil RulesNatural gas development may be losing ground to oil development in the United States as the price of oil stays higher.
Clues About The Oil Services CycleOil service management teams have a unique view of the cycle, and share those views during earnings conference calls.
You're Not Reading A Newspaper Right Now - That's The ProblemAnother massive drop in circulation has forced newspapers down a path they can't stay on forever.
Four High-Flying Pharmaceutical CompaniesA look at some of the best-performing stocks year to date - up anywhere from 400% to 2000%.
4 Companies With Caffeine-Induced ProfitsWho needs cream and sugar when the return is 10,000%?
Companies Helped And Hurt By GuidanceWe look at some recent cases where earnings guidance has helped stock price and when it hasn't.
Three's A Crowd At Fortune BrandsThere is little to be gained by keeping three unrelated businesses under one corporate umbrella at Fortune Brands.
Big Oil Earnings On TapThis earnings preview of major oil companies is interesting, when compared to the same quarter last year.
Regions Financial Struggles With Homebuilder Loan LossesRegions Financial had a tough quarter, as it continued to struggle with losses on home construction loans.
Shale Acreage Can Be MisleadingThe amount of acres under lease can be misleading as the productive nature of the assets can differ widely in the same area.
IPOs DisappointSeveral recent initial public offerings have been disapointing, which may indicate the exhaustion of the market's mini-bull run.
Why Water Utility Stocks Still StinkIf you think water utility stocks are about to recover, think again.
A Darling For Profiting From WasteDirty work needs to be done, whether it comes on a farm or in a mine or a resturant. The fact that very few people enjoy doing it bodes well if you put on your investing cap.
Chemical Makers: More Sales, PleaseThese stocks have seen some strong gains, but without rising sales, this bullish trend is unlikely to continue.
Buffett Says: Invest In "Toll Bridges"Find a business that makes its money by charging a small sum to a high-volume consumer base on a regular basis and you just may have something intriguing.
