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For Another Way to Play Nike, Consider Foot Locker Shares
Nike (NYSE: NKE) shares climbed 37% last year, but the average analyst price target is for just an additional 7% gain in 2020, so some investors might be a little nervous about buying into the
Why Is Everyone Upset Sonos Bricks Its Old Speakers?
Upgrading your Sonos (NASDAQ: SONO) sound system components could be a pricey proposition since they tend to sell at a premium compared to other brands on the market, but being able to get the new
Apple Shares More Metrics for Booming Services Business
Ringing in 2020, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) this week celebrated the wildly successful 2019 that its services segment enjoyed by sharing selected metrics around parts of that business. Services revenue
Why Transocean Stock Popped 38.2% in December
Shares of Transocean (NYSE: RIG) skyrocketed 38.2% in December, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence, as a confluence of events fueled a broader rally in energy-related stocks.
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New Report Indicates Mortgage Originators Will Be a Good Investment in 2020
Fannie Mae (OTC: FNMA) in late December put out its economic forecast for 2020, and it's much more gung-ho about the current state of the economy and the housing sector in general. The revised
Why AutoZone Stock Rose 42% in 2019
AutoZone (NYSE: AZO) shareholders outperformed a booming market last year as the stock jumped 43% compared to a 29% spike in the S&P 500, according to data provided by S&P Global Market Intelligence
Tesla's Meteoric Rise Puts Elon Musk's First Compensation Milestone in Reach
Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) has been on an absolute tear over the past few months, a rally that started in earnest when the electric-car maker reported a $143 million profit in the third quarter. Tesla's
4 Job Skills It Pays to Boost in 2020
Maybe your goal is to land a new job in 2020. Or maybe you're reasonably content where you are and prefer to work your way up the ladder or simply excel in your current role. No matter the
Why Marijuana Stock Innovative Industrial Properties Returned 73% in 2019
Shares of Innovative Industrial Properties (NYSE: IIPR), a cannabis sector-focused real estate investment trust (REIT), returned 72.5% in 2019, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence
Why Nutanix Stock Fell 25% in 2019
The stock of Nutanix (NASDAQ: NTNX) trailed a booming market last year, shedding 25% compared with a 29% spike in the S&P 500, according to data provided by S&P Global Market Intelligence.
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3 Stocks That Could Help Send Your Kids to College
Education costs have been outpacing inflation for decades, making college one of the biggest strains on many household budgets. But with some planning, and lots of disciplined saving, parents have a
AMD's RX 5600 XT Goes After NVIDIA Below $300
Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) did something last year that it hadn't done in years: It launched a graphics card that beat rival NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) on performance at the same price point
Black Friday Couldn't Save Bed Bath & Beyond's Dreadful 3rd Quarter
Home goods retailer Bed Bath & Beyond (NASDAQ: BBBY) reported third-quarter results after Wednesday's closing bell. Sales fell 9% year over year, and the year-ago period's profits swung to a net
Why Pegasystems Stock Gained 67% in 2019
Pegasystems (NASDAQ: PEGA) shareholders outpaced a booming market last year as the stock soared 67%, compared to a 29% spike in the S&P 500 index, according to data provided by S&P Global Market
Why BlackBerry Shares Fell Almost 10% Last Year
Shares of enterprise software and Internet of Things specialist BlackBerry (NYSE: BB) fell 9.7% in 2019, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. That may not sound too terrible for a
Why Units of Energy Transfer Declined in 2019
Last year was an excellent one for the market. The S&P 500 delivered a massive 28.9% gain for the year, with its total return after adding in dividends a blistering 31.5%. Even most energy stocks
How Nordstrom Is Positioned to Survive the Retail Apocalypse
On Monday, JP Morgan analyst Matthew Boss upgraded department store standout Nordstrom (NYSE: JWN), citing its recent strong results. Boss was particularly impressed by the company's inventory
4 Top Natural Gas Stocks to Buy in January
After a strong 2019 where the S&P 500 gained nearly 30%, many investors are wondering what's next. One solution is to park your money in solid dividend stocks that provide a guaranteed return in any
2 Reasons Square Stock Should Rise in 2020
Square (NYSE: SQ) stock is up more than 400% since its 2015 initial public offering (IPO), but the shares cooled off last year, finishing the year up 11.5%. As the year wore on, the company reported
Why HealthEquity Stock Popped 17.8% in December
Shares of HealthEquity (NASDAQ: HQY) climbed 17.8% in December, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence, after the health-centric financial services company announced
3 Cloud Computing Stocks to Buy in January
Businesses of all shapes and sizes, in all types of industries and across all geographies, are moving their workloads to the cloud. According to Gartner Research Vice President Sid Nag, "At this
Is Cincinnati Financial a Great Dividend Stock?
Stocks that pay dividends are typically from stable, well-established companies with a long track record of steady growth. These companies often see monthly or quarterly dividend payouts as a way to
Why Victoria’s Secret’s Image Is Hurting L Brands
The glamorous image of Victoria's Secret is no longer adding sparkle to owner L Brands' (NYSE: LB) earnings. The company, which owns the famous lingerie brand as well as bath shop chain Bath & Body
3 Tax Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Retirement
You work your entire career to save for retirement, so when you finally reach your golden years, you'll want to ensure your money lasts as long as possible.
One obstacle that could potentially throw
Can The New York Times Company Repeat Its Success in 2020?
A couple years ago, few investors would have identified The New York Times (NYSE: NYT) as a potential growth stock, yet The Gray Lady has enjoyed a heady run lately. Shares of the newspaper and


