The World's Best Stocks: Experts Pick 10 Long-Term Buys
Here are 10 companies that many seasoned experts consider among the world's best. They're poised to grow and prosper for years, if not decades, to come. And so are their stocks.
Schlumberger
Why Oil Services Stocks Are Starting to Get Hot
As rapid economic growth and a population boom take place in the developing world, oil will play an increasingly vital role, no matter what its drawbacks. That puts the likes of Schlumberger, Weatherford and Baker Hughes in a sweet spot.
Schlumberger Faces Federal Bribery Probe
The allegations concern contract payments Schlumberger made several years ago to a consulting firm, Zonic Invest, which has ties to Yemen's government.
Schlumberger Earnings Meet Estimates
Schlumberger reported Friday morning its income from continuing operations, excluding charges, rose to $818 million, or 68 cents a share, from $613 million or 51 cents per share in the year-ago period. Earnings met Wall Street estimates.
Stocks in the News: Microsoft, Sears, Xerox
Still in the thick of earnings season, investors are keeping a close eye on financial reports from some of the nation's biggest corporations. A few stocks to watch during today's trading session include Microsoft, Sears and Xerox.
Schlumberger's $1 Billion Geoservices Deal Deepens Its Drilling Expertise
Beyond bringing Schlumberger $491 million in revenues and a strong customer base, the real allure is Geoservice's technology. The company is a leader in so-called "mud-logging," which allows for real-time data analysis of deep-sea drilling and can help avoid hazards.
Schlumberger, Smith to Merge in $11 Billion Deal
Dealmaking in the energy sector has been red-hot lately, and now Schlumberger is getting into the action. The oil services giant agreed to buy Smith International for $11 billion, but the all-stock deal could hit serious antitrust challenges along the way.