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Why TJX Is Poised to Keep Popping

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Based on the aggregated intelligence of 180,000-plus investors participating in Motley Fool CAPS, the Fool’s free investing community, apparel and home-fashions retailer TJX has earned a respected four-star ranking.

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at TJX and see what CAPS investors are saying about the stock right now.

TJX facts

Headquarters (Founded)

Framingham, Mass. (1956)

Market Cap

$34.5 billion

Industry

Apparel retail

Trailing-12-Month Revenue

$25.9 billion

Management

CEO Carol Meyrowitz (since 2007)
CFO Scott Goldenberg (since 2012)

Return on Equity (Average, Past 3 Years)

49.2%

Cash/Debt

$2.1 billion / $774.6 million

Dividend Yield

1.2%

Competitors

J.C. Penney
Kohl’s
Ross Stores 

Sources: S&P Capital IQ and Motley Fool CAPS.

On CAPS, 90% of the 644 members who have rated TJX believe the stock will outperform the S&P 500 going forward.

Just yesterday, one of those Fools, NoblyNaive, succinctly summed up the TJX bull case for our community:

Stock is lagging sector (due for a pop). OK P/E. Good CAPS rating. Highly touted by [Jim Cramer ] on April 9, 2013.

Cramer also pointed out: 1) cool weather has put a damper on spending in the last month. 2) [J.C. Penney] has been losing market share, and the winners are the other well positioned retailers, of which TJX is one. Warmer weather, plus the implosion of [J.C. Penney] should give a bump to the sector.

If you want market-thumping returns, you need to put together the best portfolio you can. Of course, despite a strong four-star rating, TJX may not be your top choice.

We’ve found another stock we are incredibly excited about — excited enough to dub it “The Motley Fool’s Top Stock for 2013.” We have compiled a special free report for investors to uncover this stock today. The report is 100% free, but it won’t be here forever, so click here to access it now.

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Why Seaspan Is Poised to Outperform

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Based on the aggregated intelligence of 180,000-plus investors participating in Motley Fool CAPS, the Fool’s free investing community, containership operator Seaspan has earned a coveted five-star ranking.

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at Seaspan and see what CAPS investors are saying about the stock right now.

Seaspan facts

Headquarters (Founded)

Hong Kong (2005)

Market Cap

$1.3 billion

Industry

Marine

Trailing-12-Month Revenue

$642.3 million

Management

Co-Founder/Co-Chairman/Co-CEO Gerry Wang
CFO Sai Chu

Return on Equity (Average, Past 3 Years)

(2.1%)

Cash/Debt

$308.5 million / $3.7 billion

Dividend Yield

5.2%

Competitors

Costamere
Danaos

Sources: S&P Capital IQ and Motley Fool CAPS.

On CAPS, 96% of the 866 members who have rated Seaspan believe the stock will outperform the S&P 500 going forward.

Just this past week, one of those Fools, TheArchivist, succinctly summed up the Seaspan bull case for our community:

Fleet expansion will increase revenues. Still have to wait for charter rates to rise. Long-term contracts might preclude benefiting from this, though. For now, Seaspan looks to be in solid shape even if growth lags a little.

If you want market-thumping returns, you need to put together the best portfolio you can. Of course, despite a perfect five-star rating, Seaspan may not be your top choice.

We’ve found another stock we are incredibly excited about — excited enough to dub it “The Motley Fool’s Top Stock for 2013.” We have compiled a special free report for investors to uncover this stock today. The report is 100% free, but it won’t be here forever, so click here to access it now.

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The article Why Seaspan Is Poised to Outperform originally appeared on Fool.com.

Fool contributor Brian Pacampara has no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends and owns shares of Seaspan. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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A Closer Look at This Successful Paper-Industry Giant

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Based on the aggregated intelligence of 180,000-plus investors participating in Motley Fool CAPS, the Fool’s free investing community, paper and packaging company International Paper has earned a respected four-star ranking.

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at International Paper and see what CAPS investors are saying about the stock right now.

International Paper facts

Headquarters (Founded)

Memphis, Tenn. (1898)

Market Cap

$19.7 billion

Industry

Paper products

Trailing-12-Month Revenue

$27.8 billion

Management

Chairman/CEO John Faraci
CFO Carol Roberts

Return on Equity (Average, Past 3 Years)

13.4%

Cash/Debt

$1.3 billion / $10.1 billion

Dividend Yield

2.7%

Competitors

Domtar
Weyerhaeuser

Sources: S&P Capital IQ and Motley Fool CAPS.

On CAPS, 87% of the 500 members who have rated International Paper believe the stock will outperform the S&P 500 going forward.

Just this past week, one of those Fools, Matthew2131, succinctly summed up the International Paper bull case for our community:

By swallowing Temple-Inland, [International Paper] has become the 800 lb. gorilla in industrial packaging in the US. Only Rock-Tenn is close, and is a distant second. [A]dd IP‘s international growth, and it’s positioned to continue growth and earnings for years.

If you want market-thumping returns, you need to put together the best portfolio you can. Of course, despite a strong four-star rating, International Paper may not be your top choice.

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The article A Closer Look at This Successful Paper-Industry Giant originally appeared on Fool.com.

Fool contributor Brian Pacampara and The Motley Fool have no position in any of the stocks mentioned. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Why Energy Transfer Is Poised to Keep Rallying

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Based on the aggregated intelligence of 180,000-plus investors participating in Motley Fool CAPS, the Fool’s free investing community, natural gas transporter Energy Transfer Partners has earned a coveted five-star ranking.

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at Energy Transfer and see what CAPS investors are saying about the stock right now.

Energy Transfer facts

Headquarters (Founded)

Dallas (2002)

Market Cap

$14.1 billion

Industry

Oil and gas transportation and storage

Trailing-12-Month Revenue

$15.7 billion

Management

CEO Kelcy Warren (since 2007)
CFO Martin Salinas Jr. (since 2008)

Return on Equity (Average, Past 3 Years)

13.3%

Cash/Debt

$311.0 million / $16.2 billion

Dividend Yield

7.5%

Competitors

DCP Midstream Partners
El Paso
Enbridge

Sources: S&P Capital IQ and Motley Fool CAPS.

On CAPS, 98% of the 920 members who have rated Energy Transfer believe the stock will outperform the S&P 500 going forward.

Just yesterday, one of those Fools, NarGuy, offered a cautiously bullish take on the Energy Transfer opportunity:

[T]he fundamentals and growth prospects of this company can’t really be beat. Not to mention the dividend. My only concern is that its performance will be tied to commodities of course, which is not something I love. I prefer companies that are more diversified. But this looks like a winner in the MLP space.

If you want market-thumping returns, you need to put together the best portfolio you can. Of course, despite a strong five-star rating, Energy Transfer may not be your top choice.

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The article Why Energy Transfer Is Poised to Keep Rallying originally appeared on Fool.com.

Fool contributor Brian Pacampara has no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends DCP Midstream Partners. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Why Dominion Is Poised to Outperform

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Based on the aggregated intelligence of 180,000-plus investors participating in Motley Fool CAPS, the Fool’s free investing community, energy giant Dominion Resources has earned a coveted five-star ranking.

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at Dominion and see what CAPS investors are saying about the stock right now.

Dominion facts

Headquarters (Founded)

Richmond, Va. (1909)

Market Cap

$32.5 billion

Industry

Multi-utilities

Trailing-12-Month Revenue

$13.1 billion

Management

Chairman/CEO Thomas Farrell
CFO Mark McGettrick

Return on Equity (Average, Past 3 Years)

14%

Cash/Debt

$248.0 million / $21.7 billion

Dividend Yield

4%

Competitors

American Electric Power
Duke Energy
Exelon

Sources: S&P Capital IQ and Motley Fool CAPS.

On CAPS, 93% of the 657 members who have rated Dominion believe the stock will outperform the S&P 500 going forward.

Earlier today, one of those Fools, TMFmd19, succinctly summed up the Dominion bull case for our community:

When you add it all up, the generation growth, the midstream opportunities and the financial profile it’s easy to see that Dominion has a lot to offer income seeking investors. There’s also more potential upside in the future from Cove Point and even an eventual sale or MLP IPO of some of its midstream assets, especially in the Utica. That’s why I think Dominion just might be the best positioned utility to generate market beating returns over the next few years.

As the nation moves increasingly toward clean energy, Exelon is perfectly positioned to capitalize on having the largest nuclear fleet in North America. Combine this strength with an increased focus on renewable energy, and Exelon’s recent merger with Constellation places Exelon and its clean portfolio on a short list of top utilities. To determine if Exelon is a good long-term fit for your portfolio, you’re invited to check out The Motley Fool’s premium research report on the company. Simply click here now for instant access.

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Why Should Investors Be Confident in Clean Energy Fuels?

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Based on the aggregated intelligence of 180,000-plus investors participating in Motley Fool CAPS, the Fool’s free investing community, alternative-fuel provider Clean Energy Fuels has earned a coveted five-star ranking.

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at Clean Energy and see what CAPS investors are saying about the stock right now.

Clean Energy facts

Headquarters (Founded)

Seal Beach, Calif. (2001)

Market Cap

$1.1 billion

Industry

Oil and gas refining and marketing

Trailing-12-Month Revenue

$334.0 million

Management

Co-Founder/CEO Andrew Littlefair
CFO Richard Wheeler

Return on Equity (Average, Past 3 Years)

(9.7%)

Cash/Debt

$146.7 million / $331.0 million

Competitors

Atlas Copco AB
Chesapeake Energy
Mansfield Oil

Sources: S&P Capital IQ and Motley Fool CAPS.

On CAPS, 97% of the 1,753 members who have rated Clean Energy believe the stock will outperform the S&P 500 going forward.

Just last month, one of those Fools, LouPerna, succinctly summed up the Clean Energy bull case for our community:

With [natural gas] prices low and with major portions of the Natural Gas Hwy complete, industry has a compelling reason to switch to natural gas. This should lead to major revenue and profit increases over the next few years. The wide moat should discourage competition.

The movement toward alternative energy is gaining momentum. One potential opportunity in this field is Clean Energy Fuels, which focuses its natural gas efforts primarily on trucking and fleets. It’s poised to make a big impact on an essential industry. Read all about Clean Energy Fuels in our brand-new report. Just click here to get started.

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The article Why Should Investors Be Confident in Clean Energy Fuels? originally appeared on Fool.com.

Fool contributor Brian Pacampara has no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Clean Energy Fuels and has options on Chesapeake Energy. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Why ReneSola Is Poised to Underperform

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Based on the aggregated intelligence of 180,000-plus investors participating in Motley Fool CAPS, the Fool’s free investing community, solar wafer manufacturer ReneSola has received a distressing two-star ranking.

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at ReneSola and see what CAPS investors are saying about the stock right now.

ReneSola facts

Headquarters (Founded)

Jiashan, China (2003)

Market Cap

$201.3 million

Industry

Semiconductors

Trailing-12-Month Revenue

$850.4 million

Management

CEO Xianshou Li (since 2005)
CFO Henry Wang (since 2011)

Return on Equity (Average, Past 3 Years)

0.1%

Cash/Debt

$265.4 million / $961.9 million

Competitors

LDK Solar
Suntech Power Holdings
Yingli Green Energy

Sources: S&P Capital IQ and Motley Fool CAPS.

On CAPS, 5% of the 1,160 members who have rated ReneSola believe the stock will underperform the S&P 500 going forward.

About a month ago, one of those Fools, chrispycrunch, succinctly summed up the ReneSola bear case for our community:

The solar energy sector is in a deep decline. … Supply remains grossly in excess.

Demand will not be at levels reached in 2008-2010 when government stimulus programs, feed-in-tariffs were applied worldwide.

China‘s excess supply could be exasperated by the government providing support to domestic solar energy suppliers, which keeps supply at current or at increasing levels.

The balance sheet of RenaSola will be strained further by these macro headwinds.

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Why FutureFuel Is Poised to Keep Popping

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Based on the aggregated intelligence of 180,000-plus investors participating in Motley Fool CAPS, the Fool’s free investing community, chemicals and biofuels manufacturer FutureFuel has earned a respected four-star ranking.

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at FutureFuel and see what CAPS investors are saying about the stock right now.

FutureFuel facts

Headquarters (Founded)

Clayton, Mo. (2005)

Market Cap

$546.3 million

Industry

Specialty chemicals

Trailing-12-Month Revenue

$366.8 million

Management

Chairman/CEO Paul Novelly
Principal Finance Officer Rose Sparks

Return on Equity (Average, Past 3 Years)

11.2%

Cash/Debt

$196.4 million / $0

Dividend Yield

3.3%

Competitors

Archer-Daniels Midland
DuPont
Renewable Energy Group

Sources: S&P Capital IQ and Motley Fool CAPS.

On CAPS, 97% of the 58 members who have rated FutureFuel believe the stock will outperform the S&P 500 going forward.

Just yesterday, one of those Fools, neocolonialist, succinctly summed up the FutureFuel bull case for our community:

“P/E is reasonable at < 15, they have no debt, they are amazingly diversified with a whole chemical side of the house (weed killer, detergent packet chemicals, etc), strong customers like Procter & Gamble , they have a great dividend, and lots of cash for their size. What’s not to like?”

If you want market-beating returns, you need to put together the best portfolio you can. Of course, despite a strong four-star rating, FutureFuel may not be your top choice.

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The article Why FutureFuel Is Poised to Keep Popping originally appeared on Fool.com.

Fool contributor Brian Pacampara has no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Procter & Gamble. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Why Alcoa Is Ready to Rebound

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Based on the aggregated intelligence of 180,000-plus investors participating in Motley Fool CAPS, the Fool’s free investing community, aluminum giant Alcoa has earned a respected four-star ranking.

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at Alcoa and see what CAPS investors are saying about the stock right now.

Alcoa facts

Headquarters (Founded)

New York (1888)

Market Cap

$9.0 billion

Industry

Aluminum

Trailing-12-Month Revenue

$23.7 billion

Management

Chairman/CEO Dr. Klaus-Christian Kleinfeld
CFO Charles McLane Jr.

Return on Equity (Average, Past 3 Years)

2.7%

Cash / Debt

$1.9 billion / $8.8 billion

Dividend Yield

1.4%

Competitors

Aluminum Corp. of China
Century Aluminum

Sources: S&P Capital IQ and Motley Fool CAPS.

On CAPS, 93% of the 3,679 members who have rated Alcoa believe the stock will outperform the S&P 500 going forward.

Just last week, one of those bulls, NoblyNaive, succinctly summed up the Alcoa bull case for our community:

Aluminum manufacturers as a whole are looking for about a 9% bump in demand, which should impact profits favorably. U.S. commercial aerospace has huge backlog of aluminum planes to pump out and is ramping up production considerably. No hiccup in the recovery will stop this bump in AL demand. This stock price has sunk to the point that under anything better than incompetent management, it can only go up if the economy stays on track for 2013.

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