With a record breaking product in the iPhone 3G S and a habit of beating analyst estimated, Apple should be an interesting stock to watch as we approach its earnings date.

Recession resistant, innovative, and brand-powerful, Kellogg could be one of the best food stocks this earnings season.

While oil prices have seen a major tumble recently, an aging drilling fleet could mean more orders for National-Oilwell Varco regardless of where the price of oil sits.

Bed Bath and Beyond's bargain-priced home furnishings and giftware have helped the company keep its margins healthy even in this economy. We'll see how they do when they report earnings on September 23.

By targeting small merchants in a rough economy, Global Payments is solidifying profitable business relationships that should continue to take off when things turn around.