Here are some names worthy of more attention than they're currently afforded.

The U.S. stock market's advance this year has emboldened many investors, but some see the rally as a signal to retrench into more defensive companies.

As the global economy continues to get more and more competitive alternative energy remains a catalyst that could differentiate a nation from being a powerhouse versus just an average country . It appears that the United States agrees: It's decided to give 4 utility companies nearly $18.5 million in federal financing to build a new generation of nuclear reactors. One benefit of utilizing nuclear energy is cleanliness. With the threat of global warming looming the globe countries are looking for alternative forms of energy to satisfy their needs. As for nuclear energy no carbon dioxide is emitted from the energy generated by the plants. ...

A fresh round of federal loan guarantees for nuclear plants may help seed new power projects now that energy legislation is moving forward.

Four power companies are expected to split $18.5 billion in federal financing to help build a new generation of nuclear reactors, The Wall Street Journal reports.

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