America's Finest Companies 2010

Book excerpt: A detailed look at the best American companies to invest in America’s Finest Companies 2010 (now in its 19th annual edition) is a reliable guide to investing, containing every publicly traded company in the United States with at least ten consecutive years of higher dividends and/or earnings per share. With this detailed directory, Bill Staton—a successful financial advisor and money manager for almost four decades—shares his simple, time-tested way to make your money grow at an above-average rate with substantially reduced risk. The companies found here are well-run and profitable, and with long histories of rising annual dividends and/or earnings, they are sure to boost the bottom line of any portfolio. Offers essential insights into building a portfolio of American companies with rising annual dividends and/or earnings Contains new listings and delistings as well as a break down of companies by industry Filled with thoughtful editorial pieces such as "Dow 30,000 by 2018", "Trends Don't Go On Forever", and "Turning Chaos Into Tremendous Opportunity" America’s Finest Companies 2010 will help you rebuild your portfolio and keep it on sound financial footing for years to come. If you're looking to invest successfully, look no further than America’s Finest Companies 2010.