December 2012
December 31, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: MMM
, MCD
, XOM
In this space we normally look at companies that have recently raised their dividends. However, as the year draws to a close there were very few companies of note increasing their dividends this week. With that, I thought it would be interesting to see who were the big dividend raisers in 2012 and what we might see in 2013. Here are six companies for your consideration: [more]
December 28, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: SBSI
, CFR
, FFIN
Linked here is a detailed quantitative analysis of Southside Bancshares Inc. (SBSI). Below are some highlights from the above linked analysis: [more]
December 27, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: ABT
, JNJ
, LLY
Linked here is a detailed quantitative analysis of Abbott Laboratories (ABT). Below are some highlights from the above linked analysis: [more]
December 26, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: MSFT
, CVX
, JNJ
There is perceived safety in size. Giant corporations aren't randomly grown. Instead, they are carefully built through superior management and foresight. Often these are more mature companies that also offer stability and predictability, usually at the expense of dynamic growth. These are your mega-cap stocks. [more]
December 24, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: BA
, GE
, PFE
In March 1910, William bought Heath's shipyard in Washington State on the Duwamish River. This later became his first factory. The company was incorporated on July 15, 1916, as "Pacific Aero Products Co." William studied at Yale University and worked initially in the timber industry, where he became wealthy and acquired knowledge about wooden structures. This knowledge would prove invaluable in his subsequent business. The company stayed in Washington to take advantage of the local supply of spruce wood. [more]
December 22, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: ABT
, PG
, T
The Pocket Change Portfolio (PCP) was first introduced on September 13, 2008 as a real money dividend income portfolio funded by the "pocket change" earned from my various online endeavors. Each month I report on the portfolio's progress and dividends earned. Total dividends received during the month were $505.79, consisting of... [more]
December 21, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: LOW
, HD
Linked here is a detailed quantitative analysis of Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW). Below are some highlights from the above linked analysis:
Company Description: Lowe's Companies, Inc. sells retail building materials and supplies, lumber, hardware and appliances through more than 1,700 stores in the U.S. and Canada. [more]
December 20, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: HAS
, MAT
, LF
Linked here is a detailed quantitative analysis of Hasbro, Inc. (HAS). Below are some highlights from the above linked analysis:
Company Description: Hasbro, Inc. holds a broad portfolio of toys, games and entertainment offerings including brands such as Transformers, Playskool, Monopoly and My Little Pony. [more]
December 19, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: GM
, BAC
, BA
I love this time of year! Family gatherings, Christmas music, holiday plays, decorations, and stock picks. Stock picks? Yes, 'tis the season for stock predictions! Virtually every financial writer will pen an article selecting his or her top stock picks for the upcoming year. [more]
December 17, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: WDFC
, WM
, UHT
After 39 unsuccessful attempts, the formula was perfected in 1953 by Norm Larsen, founder of the Rocket Chemical Company, in San Diego, California. Larsen was attempting to create a formula to prevent corrosion in nuclear missiles, by displacing the standing water that causes it. Primarily composed of various hydrocarbons, the exact formula is a trade secret and was never patented, to avoid completely disclosing its ingredients. [more]
December 15, 2012 –
My goals were originally defined in this December 1, 2007 Investing Goals post and last updated in my 2012 Investing Goals. Like last year, I will exceed my 2012 goal of $20,500 in annualized dividend income. Looking at my long-rang goals, I am still on track to reach my 2017 goal of $30,000 and based on my latest model, I could reach it as early as 2014. The 2027 goal of $110,000 is not as clear. My model now indicates I could surpass it in 2024.
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December 14, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: NWN
, POR
, PNY
Linked here is a detailed quantitative analysis of Northwest Natural Gas Co. (NWN). Below are some highlights from the above linked analysis:
Company Description: Northwest Natural Gas Co. is a natural gas utility that provides service to some 611,000 residential, 62,000 commercial and 1,000 industrial customers in Oregon and southwestern Washington. [more]
December 13, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: ADP
, PAYX
, NSP
Linked here is a detailed quantitative analysis of Automatic Data Processing Inc. (ADP). Below are some highlights from the above linked analysis: [more]
December 12, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: XOM
, MSFT
, IBM
The election may be settled, but investors fears are not. After Obama was elected, the market plunged on worries of the looming Fiscal Cliff and European concerns. Budget negotiations began on Capitol Hill, optimism returned and the market responded. Is it a stock market, or a yo-yo? Looking at this CNN Money chart might lead you to believe that "yo-yo" is the more appropriate term: [more]
December 10, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: NUE
, GM
, BMY
This company's origins are with auto manufacturer Ransom E. Olds, who founded Olds Motor Vehicle Company in 1897. Later, the company was known as Oldsmobile and would become part of General Motors (GM). Having left his company years before it was acquired by GM, Olds established a new company in 1905, REO Motor Car Company in Lansing, Michigan. [more]
December 09, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: PFF
, AMLP
Once again it is time for a goals/progress update. I am pleased to report that annualized dividend income increased in November, extending the streak to 29 consecutive months of increases after June 2010's decline. Since I began publicly tracking annualized dividend income in November 2007, it has increased in 58 of the last 60 months... [more]
December 07, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: CAH
, MCK
, OMI
Linked here is a detailed quantitative analysis of Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH). Below are some highlights from the above linked analysis:
Company Description: Cardinal Health Inc. is one of the leading wholesale distributors of pharmaceuticals, medical/surgical supplies and related products to a broad range of health care customers. [more]
December 06, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: ED
, AEP
, PCG
Linked here is a detailed quantitative analysis of Consolidated Edison, Inc. (ED). Below are some highlights from the above linked analysis: [more]
December 06, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: KO
, JNJ
, MMM
When people learn that I am an income investor it is not uncommon for them to ask why I invest in stocks instead of other "safer" alternatives such as bonds, high yield money market accounts [MMA] or certificates of deposits [CD]. I generally start with my short answer of, "Dividend stocks have a secret ingredient that makes them a much more desirable investment." [more]
December 03, 2012 –
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RELATED TICKERS: MKC
, MRK
, HST
In 1889 at the age of 25 Willoughby, like many great entrepreneurs, started his business in his home. He sold his products, including root beer, flavoring extracts, fruit syrups and juices, door-to-door. In 1903, Willoughby and his brother Roberdeau incorporated the company. [more]
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