The world's largest supplier of offshore rigs provides value and an 8.3% yield.
Ensco has continued to pursue its strategy even through a prolonged downturn in the industry.
The group's upcoming meeting this week will be closely watched.
Concho Resources has been pounded in the last few months on worries about Europe and China.
PepsiCo is upgraded to 'outperform,' and KLA-Tencor is downgraded to 'underweight.'
Its operations are diversified in both equipment and geography.
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The leverage-loving ocean driller seems less risky after recent moves from the European Central Bank.
With a high yield and rapid growth, this offshore operator is a fundamental and technical buy.
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