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9 Companies Increasing Dividends

Specialty chemical and natural gas partnerships are this week's top payout performers.

BRICs Report: Grow, China, Grow!

Ignore the "slowdown" talk, China is where growth can be found. Here's how longer-term investors can play -- and profit -- from The Middle Kingdom.

Who Suffers If U.S. Exports to China Falter?

U.S. exports to China broke the $100B mark in 2011, but a "hard landing" could snuff the party. Here's a look at companies that could get hit if exports decline.

Why Chemical Makers Love Cheap Natural Gas

They can make plastics with it for far less than rivals that use a petroleum base, so they'll have a significant advantage for years to come.

McDonald’s Extends Olympic Sponsorship, Continues to Draw Ire

McDonald's extended its Olympic sponsorship through 2020, but many still protest, saying it sends a mixed message about health.

The Big Secret Monsanto’s Earnings Reveal

Monsanto's most recent earnings are more than just good numbers -- they're a good sign for chemical and agrichemical business as a whole. Here's why.

The Best and Worst Dow Stock of the Year

A fast-food giant is on top (up 29%), and a banking giant is on the bottom (down 61%). Get their names and see results for all 30 Dow stocks.

Bulls on Stampede! — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

European Union members came to an agreement on sovereign debt actions Thursday, setting stocks ablaze with bullish sentiment.

The Tech Rumor Mill Floweth — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

Research In Motion jumps on rumors of a buyout by Vodafone, and Yahoo soars on news that Microsoft could be interested in an acquisition.

Should You Buy the Dow — DuPont

DuPont might seem like a yawner, but it treads in numerous waters you might not have guessed -- and that versatility is among factors making this company a compelling play.

Tuesday IP Market Cap: Tanzanian Bedeviled

Tanzanian Royalty stock was a hot commodity Tuesday, and ownership had no idea why. Also, Sears and RIM have bumper days.

Dow Stock Looks Ready to Boom

The stock is a bargain and second-quarter earnings might be an indication of bumper times to follow. Here are three reasons to invest in DOW.

Oil Stocks Chevron and ExxonMobil Lead Dow Plunge

Oil stocks Chevron NYSE:CVX and ExxonMobil NYSE:XOM are hit hardest as Dow falls more than 200 points in early trading; Home Depot NYSE:HD is up, however.

5 Blue Chip Studs & 5 Duds

Earnings are a key indicator of how a stock will perform in the coming months. Here are five blue chips reporting this week to buy and five blue chips to avoid.

Why This Bull Market May be Bull

Why was the Dow the only major index to break to new highs? The Fed may have something to do with it.

11 Stocks Increasing Dividends Last Week

High yield dividends stocks seeing a dividend increase this week include Procter and Gamble PG, Fastenal FAST, United Technologies UTX and Dow Chemical.