While mergers between utilities are typically successful, similar deals in other industries tend to disappoint. That checkered past is worth keeping in mind, as the flow of new deals appears to be ramping up. Read More

Jim likes one of the two Kraft post-spinoff companies more, but which one? Read More

President Barack Obama and his Republican challenger Mitt Romney differ sharply in their domestic policymaking, so we analyze how the election’s outcome could affect three key areas of the market. Read More

With its pending addition to the benchmark index, PetSmart is starting to get the recognition it deserves. Read More

Despite the hype about the US auto industry’s comeback, its shares seem unlikely to accelerate in the near term. But for long-term investors, some car companies are worth a look. Read More

Hungrier emerging-market consumers and harsh weather are boosting crop prices. Here are two investments that aim to take advantage. Read More

Key indicators point to peak oil exports from the Middle East, but oil traders won’t wait that long. Well before the market reaches that tipping point, oil prices would rise in anticipation. Read More

What are commodities and why should you care. In stock market terms a commodity is simply a physical substance that is traded on a stock exchange… Read More

We set out to find growing companies that generate levels of free cash flow in excess of profits. Read More

Although demographic trends may harm the stock market over the next several years, the coming of age of the Echo Baby Boomers promises profits for certain industry sectors. Read More