Recently we have added a “STOCK LISTS” tab on this site. The tab is on top of the site shown below: In this tab, we plan to add lists of stocks by sector so that it is easier for investors to access all stocks in a sector in one place. The stocks are listed in …
Traditionally electric utility stocks have offered stable growth and high dividend yields. Though they are boring to own they are usually preferred by income seeking investors such as retirees and others. Electric utilities are highly regulated in many states in the U.S. Despite the tough regulatory conditions electric companies are a monopoly in the areas …
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Coal is the main source of electricity generation in many countries. In addition, coal is used in industrial and other sectors. The global consumption of coal is projected to increase each year by over 1.5% annually. Yesterday Australia signed a $60B deal to supply coal to China for the next 20 years. As part of …
The S&P 500 is down 4.25% YTD. The consumer staples sector in the S&P 500 index is down only 2.11% YTD. In 2008 when the global credit crisis ravaged markets worldwide, consumer staples was the best performing sector with a decline of 16.61%. For example the financials were down about 50% that year.(Source: Periodic Table …
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In November 2009, Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway agreed to buy the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF)Â railroad for $34B. The railroad is the largest second largest railroad in the country and is also the biggest mover of food products like corn and coal. As one of the largest railroads, BNSF also transports the large amount …
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