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2 Top Biotech Buyout Candidates
Buyout mania has definitely taken over the biopharma industry lately. With the year winding down, we've witnessed numerous transactions in the space at absolutely gobsmacking premiums. Here is a
Stressed About Work-Life Balance During the Holidays? Here's How to Enjoy the Season Without Worry.
The holidays are the perfect time to celebrate with loved ones, reconnect with family, and spend time away from the office to recharge. But new data from LinkedIn reveals that the latter is easier
Is Constellation Brands Throwing in the Towel on Craft Beer?
It was clear to many people at the time that Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ) vastly overpaid for Ballast Point Brewing when it acquired the regional craft brewer for $1 billion in 2015. And now
Batteries Will Change the Energy Industry Forever
One of the biggest criticisms of renewable energy has been its inherently intermittent nature. Solar energy plants don't produce power at night, and wind turbines don't produce power without wind
5 Key Takeaways From the 2020 Golden Globe Nominations
The Golden Globes are handed out by the 93 members of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for excellence in television and film, and are generally considered to be among the world's most
5 Ways Snap Is Locking in Its Users
Snap's (NYSE: SNAP) stock dipped below $5 a share near the end of 2018 due to a pervasive belief that Snapchat's user growth had peaked and that the company's losses were unsustainable. The bears
Better Dividend Stock: AT&T vs. China Mobile
Income investors often gravitate toward big telecom companies for their sticky ecosystems, wide moats, and strong cash flows. AT&T (NYSE: T) and China Mobile (NYSE: CHL), the largest wireless
Will Peloton Stock Hit $5 in 2020?
Some workouts seem to end just before they get a chance to get started. Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) shares have been drifting lower this month, following a huge 48% bounce in November. The high-end
Apple Launches Its Promised iPhone Financing Plan
On Apple's (NASDAQ: AAPL) earnings call in October, CEO Tim Cook announced that the company was working on a way to finance iPhone purchases with Apple Card, the credit card that Apple introduced
Netflix Is Serious About Reaching 100 Million Indian Subscribers
Last year, Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) CEO Reed Hastings said the video-streaming pioneer's next 100 million subscribers will come from India -- a bold claim considering it had attracted just a few
The Major Money Mistake Too Many Couples Are Making
The more you and your romantic partner get on the same page financially, the less likely you are to fight about money matters. But data published earlier this year by The Ascent reveals that
Why Spotify Has a Better Negotiating Position Than You May Think
Last year, 86% of the streams on Spotify (NYSE: SPOT) related to content licensed from the major music-rights holders. For that reason, many investors assume the labels dominate the discussions at
The Most Important Number From Exxon's Q3 Earnings
Integrated energy giant ExxonMobil (NYSE: XOM) recently reported third-quarter results, and the headline figures were lousy, with earnings falling by roughly 50% year over year. Right now, however
3 Money Moves You Should Make Before the End of the Year
The holidays can be a stressful time of year for your wallet, and it can be tempting to simply ignore your finances until the new year rolls around.
However, the end of the year is one of the best
Needham Renews Call for Ads on Netflix
This isn't the first time that Needham analyst Laura Martin has argued that dominant video streamer Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) should introduce ads on its service, a topic that comes up every few years
Why I Just Bought Adobe Stock
Adobe is one of the few software companies from the early days of the personal computer that has managed to maintain its relevancy and brand power. In fact, I'd argue that Adobe's strength as a
Will Wells Fargo Raise Its Dividend in 2020?
Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) has gone through a lot in recent years, and the banking giant had an eventful 2019. After having had to deal with multiple setbacks to its reputation, Wells Fargo finally
The Next Big Energy Project Dominion Investors Need to Watch
Dominion Energy (NYSE: D) had a date with the Supreme Court to discuss its Atlantic Coast Pipeline project. A decision won't be known for months, but the case is on investors' minds right now
3 Top Dividend Stocks With Yields Over 4%
Successful income investors need to look beyond the dividend yield. A juicy yield can be a good starting point for a long-term income portfolio, but it's just the beginning for further research. In
If You Invested $1,000 in American Express’s IPO, This Is How Much Money You'd Have Now
There's something special about investing in an initial public offering (IPO). It's many investors' first opportunity to buy a piece of the real live business in hopes that it will grow into
78% of Americans Believe They'll Be Better Off Financially in 2020
There's no more popular time than the end of a calendar year, or the start of a new one, to contemplate personal finances and resolve to do better. And there's good news from investment giant
3 Recent IPOs to Add to Your Watch List
Savvy investors know that investing in IPOs can be fraught with peril.
Recently minted companies don't have much of a track record, and operating in the glare of the public spotlight has a very
Why Fiverr Is a Recent IPO Worth Buying
Investing in an IPO involves risks, but Fiverr (NYSE: FVRR), which made its market debut in June, is proving to be worth it.
The company provides a software platform where companies can contract
3 Top Energy Stocks to Buy in December
Now that the weather's gotten colder, you're probably using more energy to heat your home. Home heating is comparatively cheap and reliable in the U.S., and luckily for investors, many top energy
The Big Reason Why People Are Taking Social Security at 70
When it comes to picking the best time to claim your Social Security benefits, there's no one-size-fits-all answer. Some people take Social Security at age 62 -- the earliest age possible -- so they


