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The Fed Has Raised Rates 4 Times -- How Much Does Your Savings Account Pay Now?
The Federal Reserve has implemented three interest-rate increases in the past seven months, which has allowed banks to charge consumers higher rates on loans. However, this hasn't yet translated to
2 Reasons TerraForm Power Inc Stock Could Rise
TerraForm Power Inc (NASDAQ: TERP) has been through a lot in the past two years. It survived the bankruptcy of its sponsor, SunEdison, and after months of uncertainty, Brookfield Asset Management
Report: Apple Inc. Buys Equipment to Develop OLED Displays
Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) has been using organic light-emitting diode-based displays in some of its products for a while now. The company's Apple Watch wearable devices, for example, sport OLED displays
Procter & Gamble Co. Earnings: What to Watch
Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG) will close the books on its 2017 fiscal year this week when it releases quarterly earnings before the market opens on Thursday.Here are a few trends to keep an eye out for
Now's the Time to Buy These Stocks
The efficient market hypothesis works, but only if your timescale is infinite. Truncate your view to any other period of -- or moment in -- time and you're bound to be scratching your head at the
3 Reasons to Max Out Your 401(k) for a Year
Though 401(k)s aren't the only means of saving for retirement, and not all workers have access to one, if you're fortunate enough to have an employer who sponsors a 401(k), it pays to take advantage
3 Under-the-Radar Stocks in the Healthcare Sector
While large-cap stocks tend to grab more of the headlines, there's a whole universe of small-cap companies out there to consider as well. But which of those lesser-known companies are most deserving
Hawaiian Holdings' EPS Soars, but Investors Still Don't Believe
Since the beginning of 2016, Hawaiian Airlines has been posting by far the best unit revenue results in the U.S. airline industry. This performance has driven strong earnings growth at parent company
Is Las Vegas Sands Running Out of Steam or Taking a Breather?
Shares of Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) rallied nearly 20% this year, but the stock seemingly stalled out after hitting a multiyear high of $66 in mid-June. Is the casino giant running out of steam, or
These 2 Pharma Giants May Be on Pfizer's M&A Radar Right Now
Despite overcoming a whopping $23 billion in branded patent expirations over the course of 2011 to 2016 and returning to growth on an operational basis, Wall Street thinks Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) still has
How to Get a Credit Card: A Step-by-Step Guide
"As a child, a library card takes you to exotic, faraway places. When you're grown up, a credit card does it." -- Sam EwingIf you're wondering how to get a credit card and what is involved when
iRobot Crushes Expectations and Makes an Acquisition
iRobot Corporation (NASDAQ: IRBT) announced stellar second-quarter 2017 results on Tuesday after the market closed, driven by strength in both the U.S. and Europe. iRobot also boosted its full-year
iRobot Crushes Expectations and Makes an Acquisition
iRobot Corporation (NASDAQ: IRBT) announced stellar second-quarter 2017 results on Tuesday after the market closed, driven by strength in both the U.S. and Europe. iRobot also boosted its full-year
The Market Is Hyper-Focused on This 1 Thing From Starbucks Corporation, but Here's What Else You Should Follow
If you were to sum up what Mr. Market will be paying the most attention to next week, when Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) reports third-quarter earnings, it's comps. That is, comparable sales
What to Expect From Cypress Semiconductor’s Q2 Earnings
Cypress Semiconductor's (NASDAQ: CY) strong earnings performances this year and speculation about stronger content inside Apple's (NASDAQ: AAPL) next iPhones has pushed the stock close to its 52-week
International Business Machines Corp. Has Bought Back Nearly 14 Million Shares So Far in 2017. Should Investors Be Happy?
As with most things, there's a right time and a wrong time for a company to repurchase stock. While it generally sounds good from a public-relations perspective no matter the timing, a company that's
If You're in Your 60s, Consider Buying These 3 Stocks
Big life changes take place when you get into your 60s. For one thing, income to replace a salary is suddenly an important consideration. Which is why if you're in your 60s, you should consider buying
3 Health Insurance Misunderstandings That Could Cost You
Health insurance is a critical aspect of your financial planning, but it's also extremely difficult to understand. Health-insurance policies extend for dozens, or even hundreds, of pages in some
7 Common Expenses Growing Much Faster Than Inflation
Image source: Getty Images."I continue to believe that the American people have a love-hate relationship with inflation. They hate inflation but love everything that causes it." --William E. Simon
3 Stocks With Huge Business Advantages
Owning companies with durable long-term competitive advantages can be one of the best ways for investors to beat the market. When you look back on the most successful stocks over the past decade, you
The Most Important Chart for Chipotle Mexican Grill
Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) rallied after the company reported second-quarter earnings on Tuesday that beat earnings expectations, but prospective investors in the burrito maker
The Procter & Gamble Company in 7 Charts
For decades, Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG) has created enormous wealth for its investors. But in recent years, the consumer goods titan has failed to keep pace with the overall market as its growth has
What to Expect From Intel's Q2 Report
Shares of Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) are languishing at the lower end of their 52-week range after failing to gain any traction this year. The chip giant has struggled thanks to a variety of challenges
Amazon and the Strange Case of the Zillow Stock Selloff
Don't believe everything you read, and most importantly, don't believe everything you read on the internet. Here is a tale of what can happen when a rumor, unconfirmed by either Amazon.com (NASDAQ:
Have Investors Been Overlooking Ulta Beauty Inc?
Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA) shares have fallen almost 20% since they reached an all-time high of over $300 in early June. The beauty products retailer and salon chain arguably has room to continue