phototechno Written by Nick Ackerman. For some background on this monthly publication, here is my view on dividend growth stocks: Dividend growth stocks aren't always the most exciting investments out there. They often aren't grabbing the headlines, and they aren't the stocks running up hundreds of percentages in a year. In fact, they are often some of the least exciting stocks. And that is precisely their strongest selling point. With such a vast world of dividend growth stocks available out there, it is ...

Chevron Corporation (CVX) , an integrated oil and gas company, and Sonatrach, Algeria’s national oil company, entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at jointly developing hydrocarbon resources in Algeria's Ahnet and Berkine basins. This strategic agreement marks a significant step toward enhancing exploration and production activities in these gas-rich regions.Objectives of the AgreementThe MOU between CVX and Sonatrach outlines several key objectives:Resource Development: The primary focus ...

Chevron (CVX) closed the most recent trading day at $153.19, moving +0.41% from the previous trading session. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.77%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.49%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.95%.The oil company's shares have seen a decrease of 6.21% over the last month, surpassing the Oils-Energy sector's loss of 7.24% and falling behind the S&P 500's gain of 3.71%.The investment community will be paying close attenti ...

The best oil and gas stocks to buy are those that can adapt. Recently, U.S. crude oil storage increased in the first week of June as production and importation numbers increased amid decreased exports according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Roughly 3.7 million barrels of crude oil were added to America’s commercial reserves, while there are worries that an oil glut may bottom out the value of crude oil. This represents a very different trend than a few months ago when many, including myself ...

Chevron Corporation (CVX) , an integrated oil and gas company, initiated repair activities on the Wheatstone platform in Australia. These repairs are critical and expected to be completed in the coming weeks, per a spokesperson's statement. Once the repairs are safely completed, liquefied natural gas (“LNG”) and domestic gas production will resume, ensuring a stable supply to its customers in East Asia.Significance of the Wheatstone PlatformThe Wheatstone platform is a key asset in CVX's portfolio, playing ...

Oil and gas companies are increasingly directing investments toward new technologies in seismic imaging, drilling techniques and reservoir management to tackle pivotal challenges and seize strategic opportunities within the industry.Investing in Seismic Imaging TechnologiesEnhanced seismic imaging capabilities facilitate more accurate subsurface mapping, thereby lowering exploration risks and refining resource evaluations. Innovations in horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing unlock previously inacces ...

As we head into the summer driving season, crude oil prices have retreated from their April highs. As a result, the energy sector has been one of the worst-performing sectors over the past month. However, considering the sector’s bargain valuation, looking for the best energy stocks to buy will reward patient investors.Energy stocks are one of the most undervalued sectors on an absolute basis. According to Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS), energy stocks trade at a next 12-month (NTM) price-to-earnings of 11.8 and a ...

Dividend investing in the stock market is a strategy that focuses on buying stocks that pay dividends. Dividends are portions of a company’s earnings given to shareholders, usually quarterly. These stocks appeal to investors seeking a steady income stream from their portfolios. Dividend-paying companies are typically well-established and financially stable, which can attract conservative investors looking for lower-risk investments in the stock market.One of the main advantages of dividend stocks is the pot ...

Softening market conditions have these dividend stocks sitting at attractive levels.Technology stocks are all the rage on Wall Street these days. Artificial intelligence is seemingly sucking up all the hype and investors' money in the process. That's left some bargains in other market areas, including the industrial sector.It can be tempting to chase the hot thing, but there are generous investment returns to be had by going where others aren't. These three industrial stocks are blue chip industry stalwarts ...

In the volatile stock market, investing in undervalued stocks is generally a good way to go. There are plenty of hidden-gem value stocks out there, though by nature, something that’s hidden needs to be uncovered. Finding small-cap stocks and other companies that haven’t been picked over is fun, and can certainly be a place where there’s lots of alpha generation potential. But in this article, I’m going to point to three larger-cap companies I think are hidden gems hiding in plain sight. These are companies ...