thestockadvisors.com posts

Feed

Cirrus Logic (CRUS): In the Chips with 1,000 Patents

"We expect that 2010 will be better for technology stocks; even after a strong year in 2009, they still have a long way to go to compensate for the carnage of 2008," says Jim Oberweis, Jr.

The editor of The Oberweis Report explains, "In particular, bet on companies building the latest generation semiconductors or facilitating greater network bandwidth. In particular, we like new pick Cirrus Logic (CRUS).

Continue reading Cirrus Logic (CRUS): In the Chips with 1,000 Patents

Resource Sector Expert Sticks with Gold and Oil

Where should you invest in 2010?" asks resources sector expert Curtis Hesler, who suggests, "Preferably, you should stick to the heart of the matter and focus on crude oil and gold.".

In his top-ranked The Professional Timing Service, he explains, "Invest in assets that promise to increase in price as the dollar falls; this will insulate your portfolio from the damage that the ongoing deleveraging process will bring to the stock market and to other paper assets."

Continue reading Resource Sector Expert Sticks with Gold and Oil

A Trio of Top ETFs for Investing in China

"Instead of being 'reactive' and waiting for inflation, the Chinese leaders are choosing to be 'proactive' to head off inflation before it takes hold," says China stock specialist Tony Sagami in UnCommon Wisdom.

"The People's Bank of China (PBOC), China's central bank, increased the reserve requirements by 0.5% effective on January 18 from 15.5% for large banks and 13.5% for small banks.

Continue reading A Trio of Top ETFs for Investing in China

Coinstar (CSTR): Making Change from Coins to DVDs

Sitting in his college dorm, a student stared at his jar of coins, wondering what to do with them; two years later in 1991, Jens Molbak started a company that allowed customers to pour their change into a machine and getting dollars in return," notes Paul Tracy.

The editor of Street Authority Market Advisor adds, "Coinstar (CSTR) is now offering its products and services in more than 90,000 locations in more than 140 countries."

Continue reading Coinstar (CSTR): Making Change from Coins to DVDs

Resource Stock Expert's Favorite Junior Miners

"Despite the expected correction, there is much further to go for gold and gold stocks." says Adrian Day. In The Global Analyst, he looks to the outlook for gold and some mining favorites.

"Gold saw its ninth annual advance, to new highs before a 10% correction at the end of the year. Gold certainly was helped by the weak dollar-and the year-end sell-off was provoke by a dollar recovery-but it's much more than an anti-dollar play.

Continue reading Resource Stock Expert's Favorite Junior Miners

Jim Stack Sticks with Devon (DVN)

"Devon Energy (DVN) is refocusing itself," says money manager and advisor Jim Stack. In his InvesTech Market Analyst he says, "We continue to view Devon as an untapped opportunity."

"Non-core holdings are being shed, and the proceeds are being used to accelerate growth of the company's premier North American assets."

Continue reading Jim Stack Sticks with Devon (DVN)

ABB (ABB): Decades of Growth for Infrastructure Leader

"It is estimated that countries around the world are set to spend between $25 and $30 trillion of fresh infrastructure investment over the next two decades," says Keith Fitz-Gerald.

In his The Money Map Report, he explains, "As the de facto global leader providing all things related to power and automation technology, ABB Ltd. (ABB) is poised to potentially ride a 20-year wave of extraordinary profits."

Continue reading ABB (ABB): Decades of Growth for Infrastructure Leader

Diesel Dollars: Two Experts Eye China Yuchai (CYD)

Two leading international financial newsletter editors remain bullish on the prospects for China Yuchai International Limited (CYD), a maker of diesel engines.

Here's recent commentary from Nicholas Vardy, editor of The Global Bull Market Alert and Paul Goodwin, editor of The Cabot China & Emerging Markets Report.

Continue reading Diesel Dollars: Two Experts Eye China Yuchai (CYD)

Defensive Four-pack: Investing in Airport Security

"The attempted Christmas terrorist attack caused me to assess what stocks would benefit from increased attention to the security sector," says Glenn Rogers.

In Gordon Pape's The Internet Wealth Builder, he reviews four defense plays -- L-3 Communications (LLL), Cogent Systems (COGT), American Scientific & Engineering (ASEI) and OSI Systems (OSIS).

Continue reading Defensive Four-pack: Investing in Airport Security

WisdomTree International Utilities (DBU): ETF Targets Global Power Plays

"WisdomTree International Utilities (DBU) is an excellent way to diversify outside of the U.S. in a defensive portfolio of quality stocks," says Carla Pasternak .

In High Yield International, she explains, "This ETF tracks the WisdomTree International Utilities Sector Index of international dividend-paying utilities outside of the United States and Canada. To be included in the index, companies must have paid at least $5 million in cash dividends on their common stock in the prior year. Positions are weighted based on the amount of regular cash dividends paid.

Continue reading WisdomTree International Utilities (DBU): ETF Targets Global Power Plays

Energy Expert Finds Four Favorites in Natural Gas

"Exxon's big acquisitions often serve as a blueprint for the rest of the industry," says energy sector advisor Elliott Gue, referring to its recent $41 billion acquisition of natural gas producer XTO Energy.

In Personal Finance newsletter, he says, "The landmark deal represents a major bet on the future of natural gas and sets the stage for a raft of similar acquisitions by energy majors in 2010." Here's a look at four favorites in the sector.

Continue reading Energy Expert Finds Four Favorites in Natural Gas

Four Plays on 4G: How to Play the Data Logjam

Usage and demand for wireless data services is surging; according to the U.S. FCC data use has soared by over 700% in just the past four years alone," says Neil George.

In his Stocks that Pay You, he says, "We suggest you look at four companies involved in different aspects of the developing 4G network, which will provide for easier handling of more data, particularly in mobile devices."

Continue reading Four Plays on 4G: How to Play the Data Logjam

Insiders Read Up on Barnes & Noble

In his High-Income Alert financial newsletter, Mark Skousen recommends Barnes & Noble (BKS), noting, "Barnes & Noble has almost 800 stores in 50 states. It also owns one of the Web's most-visited Web sites.

The advisor suggests, "The stock has attracted heavy insider buying. In our view, this looks like a superb contrarian buy right now."

Continue reading Insiders Read Up on Barnes & Noble

ETF Bets on Higher Interest Rates

"The UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury ProShares (TBT) is a bet on higher long-term interest rates," says Jack Adamo.

In his Insiders Plus newsletter, the advisor explains,"The fund is structured to respond at double the inverse of U.S. Treasuries of 20 years or longer.

Continue reading ETF Bets on Higher Interest Rates

Cosan (CZZ): 'Sweet' Trade on Sugar, Ethanol and Brazil

"With sugar prices rising, our latest stock pick is the Brazilian ethanol and sugar producer Cosan Limited (CZZ)," says Brandon Clay. Here's the latest update from Invest with an Edge.

"Like all commodities, sugar prices are affected by the worldwide supply and demand of sugar. When there's a glut of sugar, prices fall. When sugar crops are threatened or supply is tight, sugar futures rise. That's what is happening now.

Continue reading Cosan (CZZ): 'Sweet' Trade on Sugar, Ethanol and Brazil

Next Page >

Symbol Lookup
IndexesChangePrice
DJIA-77.179,981.47
NASDAQ-17.142,133.73
S&P 500-9.931,060.59

Last updated: February 10, 2010: 10:37 AM

Hot Stocks

DailyFinance Headlines

WalletPop Headlines

AOL Business News

BioHealth Investor Headlines

Sponsored Links

My Portfolios

Track your stocks here!

Find out why more people track their portfolios on AOL Money & Finance then anywhere else.

BloggingStocks Partners

More from AOL Money & Finance

CNNMoney Headlines

More CNNMoney.com

Financial Times Headlines

More Financial Times

CNBC Headlines

More CNBC.com

SmartMoney Headlines

More SmartMoney

Fox Business Headlines

More Fox Business

Engadget Headlines

More Engadget