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Better Dividend Buy: Walgreens Boots Alliance vs. Realty Income
Retail has been a difficult sector, with consumers increasingly shifting toward internet shopping. But the so-called "retail apocalypse" has likely been overhyped, and there could be some big....
3 Signs Your Health Insurance Plan Is Wrong for You
Picking the right health insurance plan is imperative, but it's also easier said than done.It may seem as though there's an endless array of options, especially if you're buying a plan on an....
3 Surprising Stocks Hitting New Highs Last Week
We're now two-thirds of the way through 2019, and the market's volatility continues to deliver hundreds of winners -- and hundreds of losers -- weekly. Last week nearly 550 stocks on the three....
Should You Chase Ambarella's Post-Earnings Pop?
Ambarella (NASDAQ: AMBA) took investors on a wild ride over the past seven years. The maker of image processing SoCs (system on chips) went public at $6 in late 2012, soared to nearly $120 by....
How Shake Shack Shares Have More Than Doubled This Year
New York-style burger and hot dog chain Shake Shack (NYSE: SHAK) was a hit when it made its public market debut back in 2015. The stock nearly doubled within a few months time, but investors....
It's Not Cigarettes Bringing Altria and Philip Morris International Together Again
Where there's smoke there's fire, but in the case of Altria (NYSE: MO) and Philip Morris International (NYSE: PM) getting together again, it's all about the smokeless cigarette alternatives that....
Newark Airport Loses 1 Low-Fare Carrier and Quickly Gains Another
In conjunction with its Q2 earnings report in late July, Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced that it will stop flying to Newark Airport in early November, because of persistent....
Harley-Davidson Is Going Whole Hog on Electric Bicycles
If there was any doubt that Harley-Davidson (NYSE: HOG) was going all-in on an electrified future, the U.S. motorcycle leader just dispelled it by unveiling three prototype pedal-assist electric....
Disney World Will Still Feel Hurricane Dorian's Sting
The state of Florida may have dodged a catastrophic bullet, as Hurricane Dorian's projected path shifted through the Labor Day holiday weekend. Chunks of the state, particularly along the Eastern....
3 Stocks Peter Lynch Would Love
Peter Lynch made a name for himself as the manager of the Magellan Fund, which absolutely walloped the performance of the S&P 500 with an average annual return of 29.2% over a 14-year period.....
Not Sure When to Claim Social Security? Ask Yourself These 3 Questions.
Chances are, Social Security will end up constituting a notable portion of your retirement income, even if you enter your golden years with a nice amount of savings. That’s why it’s so important....
Here's My Top Stock to Buy in September
In the time since its 2015 IPO, Square (NYSE: SQ) has evolved from essentially a payment-processing company to a financial services ecosystem for both small businesses and individuals that's one....
Earnings Forecasts for U.S. Pot Stocks Are Starting to Crumble
When it comes to the fastest growing industries on the planet, the green rush certainly has its place. After posting $10.9 billion in worldwide legal sales last year, the global cannabis industry....
3 Lesser-Known Pitfalls of Freelancing
Being a freelancer means getting to call your own shots, set your own hours, and work on projects that are interesting and/or meaningful to you. But there are drawbacks to be aware of, too. Some....
3 Surefire Dividend Stocks to Pass On to Your Kids or Grandkids
Whether you realize it or not, dividend stocks are often the cornerstone of any great investment portfolio. Dividend-paying stocks may not offer the thrill of "next-big-thing investments," but....
Box vs. Dropbox: Which Cloud Computing Stock is the Better Investment?
Cloud computing stocks Box (NYSE: BOX) and Dropbox (NASDAQ: DBX) compete in the cloud content management market. Both companies provide software as a service (SaaS), known otherwise as enterprise....
The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD) Q3 2019 Earnings Call Transcript
Image source: The Motley Fool.The Toronto-Dominion Bank (NYSE: TD)Q3 2019 Earnings CallAug. 29, 2019, 1:30 p.m. ETOperatorContinue readingSource Fool.com
Amazon.com Buys Into Another Cargo Plane Company
Just beginning to flex its muscles in the logistics and transportation industry in the U.S., Amazon.com (NASDAQ: AMZN) is now making a big move up north by acquiring a minority stake in Canadian....
4 Popular Ages to Claim Social Security: Which Is Right for You?
Social Security provides income to millions of seniors, and once you retire, there's a good chance you'll end up counting on it as well. It's crucial that you file for benefits at the right time,....
Here's How My "Top Stock" Column Has Performed
The World Wide Web is a tricky place, particularly for investors. The nonstop prolific growth of content across the internet means investors can find arguments for or against almost any stock....
Half of All Baby Boomers Are Making This Worrisome Retirement Mistake
Baby boomers are the next generation in line for retirement, and some are already there. In a perfect world, they'd be exiting the workforce with plenty of savings to cover their retirement....
This 4.7%-Yielding Renewable Energy Stock Is on Track for High-Powered Growth
Earlier this year, TerraForm Power (NASDAQ: TERP) laid out an ambitious long-term plan. The renewable-energy company wants to increase its dividend -- which currently yields 4.7% -- at a 5% to 8%....
3 Retirement Planning Mistakes You Might Not Even Realize You're Making
Retirement planning takes decades of hard work, and it can sometimes be confusing and overwhelming. Fifty-six percent of Americans don't have a clue how much they should be saving for retirement,....
Energy Transfer Is Really Excited About This Potential Expansion Opportunity
Energy Transfer (NYSE: ET) has been in the middle of a building boom over the past few years. The energy company has invested billions of dollars in expanding its midstream footprint, which is....
Abercrombie & Fitch's Growth Flatlines as Its Margins Crumble
Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE: ANF) and its Southern California-inspired Hollister label were hot brands in the late 1990s and 2000s. However, sluggish mall traffic, competition from fast fashion....