Industrial Stocks

America is a nation of industry, so it is only fair that industrial stocks are the powerhouse of the economy. With a wide variety of industry, the choices of companies to invest in are seemingly endless. Between conglomerates like 3M (NYSE:MMM) and industry titans like Boeing (NYSE:BA), industry stocks are stable and booming, making them a perfect addition to any portfolio.

Non-confirmation Could be Problematic for Stocks

The transports' lack of follow-through makes the Dow's breakout incomplete.

Wait to Buy Until Stocks Go 5%-10% Lower

Most stocks will likely pull back to their support areas, giving us an opportunity to buy them at a discount.

GE Is Back to Firing on (Most) Cylinders

Despite tough times, the giant conglomerate is growing stronger amazingly well. Here's more on why GE looks like a good long-term bet.

The Real Unemployment Rate Is Nearly 15%

Reported unemployment is not the same as real unemployment. Here's what that means for investors.

Another Boring, Undervalued Growth Stock

It's nice to own a business that sells a product that must constantly be replaced. EnerSys is just that -- and it comes at a reasonable price.

7 Industrial Stocks Manufactured to Sell

The manufacturing sector is going through some big changes as spending habits across the board in the U.S. change, and these 7 are having trouble adapting.

GE Is Bringing Good Things Back to Life

General Electric finally is getting back on solid footing in both its industrial and capital groups, and with a newly reinstated dividend, business is brighter.

What Q1 Earnings Say About the Economy

GE and Honeywell signal overall economic recovery, while McDonald's growth may be worrisome.

3 Option Strategies for Dow Earnings

Reviewing the backdrop of Dow industrial stocks (and considering potential options strategies) ahead of their earnings reports.

4 Sweet Swing State Stocks To Buy

The industrial heartland is no longer the industrial rust belt for these four strong swing-state companies. Take advantage and put them in your portfolio.

My 2 Favorite Stocks for This Week

After tightening my screen, I still found 22 stocks worth considering. Here are the best two.

11 Industrial Stocks That Make the Grade

Many industrial stocks are doing quite well as the economy lurches along. These 11 stocks are worth a look for your portfolio.

10 Industrial Stocks Poised to Break Out

The energy and technology sectors have been chock full of potential breakouts -- now industrials seem ready to join in the fun. Keep an eye on these 10 charts.

Is Danaher the Next Berkshire Hathaway?

This steadily growing company is a well-diversified player in tech and life sciences. See who we think could be the tech version of Berkshire.

Forge a Profit With AK Steel

The charts suggest this stock is poised for a breakout as global demand should continue to drive profits.

6 Industrial Stocks Polluting Your Portfolio

When consumers spend less, demand decreases, causing manufacturers like Ingersoll-Rand NYSE:IR, Kubota Corp. NYSE:KUB and Manitowoc NYSE:MTW to suffer.

Wait for 3Q Earnings Before You Buy Nucor

Steelmaker Nucor is showing rapid growth and low valuation – but how permanent is its turnaround?

Donaldson Could Clear the Air For Your Portfolio

Donaldson is enjoying a growth spurt, but if analysts’ modest expectations are right, its stock price is high.

3 Emerging Industrials Sector Opportunities

Stocks with a mixture of sharp declines and reasonable valuations are the way to navigate the industrials sector.