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Why Plug Power Stock Just Jumped 8%
After two straight days of enjoying stock price gains fueled by news from other fuel cell companies, on Wednesday, fuel cell pioneer Plug Power (NASDAQ: PLUG) is finally going up because of some
Is DCP Midstream Stock a Buy?
Master limited partnership DCP Midstream (NYSE: DCP) currently yields an eye-popping 10.8% even though it slashed distribution by 50% earlier this year. Given its current sky-high yield despite the
This Under-the-Radar SaaS Company Just Had Another Great Quarter
As companies report second-quarter earnings, investors have been gaining valuable insights into how companies are dealing with coronavirus challenges, widespread unemployment, and the recession. It
Etsy to Begin Buying Back Stock in the Fourth Quarter
After pausing share repurchases in the second quarter to assess the macroeconomic environment caused by the coronavirus pandemic, Etsy (NASDAQ: ETSY) announced yesterday it's ready to resume
Southwest Airlines Says It Won't Take Coronavirus Government Loan
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) said Wednesday it will not participate in a U.S. Treasury-run loan program designed to support the airline industry, reaffirming its place among the healthiest
Some Retirees Could See a 5% Social Security Raise With Biden as President
Social Security benefits are one of the most important sources of income for retirees, so every American should pay attention to proposals political candidates put forth that could affect the size
Can Dollar General's Strong Results Continue During the COVID-19 Recession
Dollar General's (NYSE: DG) ability to keep its stores open during the pandemic, and selling the basic items like paper towels, milk, and eggs that people needed, has benefited the company during
SpaceX Raises Fresh Cash at Reported $45 Billion Valuation
SpaceX has raised $2 billion in fresh capital at a valuation of about $45 billion, as the space company backed by Tesla's Elon Musk capitalized on strong investor interest after completing a
Alaska Air's Cash Burn Beats Expectations Again
The COVID-19 pandemic has made 2020 a rough year for airlines. Alaska Air (NYSE: ALK) has been no exception. By late March, the company was burning cash at a pace of over $400 million per month
4 Reasons I Was Wrong About Sea Limited’s Stock
Sea Limited's (NYSE: SE) stock recently hit an all-time high after the Singapore-based gaming and e-commerce company posted its second-quarter earnings.
Sea's adjusted revenue rose 93% annually to
TJX Companies Posts a $214 Million Second-Quarter Loss
Nearly all its stores have reopened following COVID-19 shutdowns, but TJX Companies (NYSE: TJX) is still struggling with the impact of the pandemic on its business.
The off-price retailer revealed
Target’s Digital Sales Drive a Record Quarter
Target (NYSE: TGT) reported 24.3% comparable sales growth in the second quarter, led by a 195% jump in digital sales. Digital sales have become a growing portion of overall sales, and the company
4 Pieces of Really Bad News About Social Security That Should Worry Future Retirees
If you're like most Americans, chances are good that Social Security plays a key role in your retirement plans. And you're right to expect at least some income from the popular entitlement program,
3 Reasons Walmart Crushed Q2 Earnings
Walmart (NYSE: WMT) delivered another blowout earnings report Tuesday morning.
Investors responded to the numbers with a shrug, sending the stock down modestly on the news on fears about a slowdown
2 Tech Stocks Reaching Surprise Highs After Q2 2020 Earnings
The economy overall may be down in the dumps, but many companies are doing just fine. Two that have weathered the storm better than expected are The Trade Desk (NASDAQ: TTD) and Applied Materials
Why Is Everyone Talking About Nike Stock?
The pandemic that swept across the world led to the unprecedented closure of numerous physical retail shops, and food and beverage outlets. Nike (NYSE: NKE) was no exception, as it started closing
Is Live Nation Stock a Buy?
Live Nation (NYSE: LYV), the country's leading concert promoter, has been unplugged, if you will, in recent months. Arena concerts, bar shows, and even outdoor festivals aren't happening in the new
The CARES Act Lets You Borrow More From Your 401(k) -- but Your Employer May Not
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act aimed to provide financial relief by, among other things, making it easier for Americans to borrow money from their 401(k) tax-deferred
Forget Livongo: This Might Be a Stronger Telehealth Stock
A couple of weeks ago, Teladoc Health (NYSE: TDOC) announced a surprise merger with Livongo Health (NASDAQ: LVGO). I'm a big fan of both companies, and I've been kicking myself all year for not
Is It Too Late to Buy VBI Vaccines Shares?
Investors in VBI Vaccines (NASDAQ: VBIV) have been on a roller-coaster ride this year as the company tries to develop a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine. After the stock rose more than 330% from
Facebook Is About to Start Harvesting Oculus User Data
Facebook's (NASDAQ: FB) splashy acquisitions of WhatsApp and Oculus VR were announced about a month apart back in early 2014. The popular messaging platform was far more important strategically due
3 Ways Zynga Is Killing It in Mobile Games
Zynga (NASDAQ: ZNGA) delivered another round of robust operating results when it reported second-quarter earnings earlier this month. Revenue and bookings surged 47% and 38% year over year
Despite the Risk, Raytheon Technologies Is Worth Buying
The latest results from Raytheon Technologies (NYSE: RTX) highlighted the investment proposition that every investor in the aerospace industry needs to focus on right now. Many stocks in the
Kohl's Savvy Inventory Management May Save the Company
It wasn't "good" by any stretch of the imagination. The coronavirus pandemic has arguably crimped retailers more than any other industry. But, department store chain Kohl's (NYSE: KSS) handily
2 REITs on My Radar
The year 2020 has wreaked havoc on the real estate industry. With many in-person interactions shuttered or severely restricted, landlords have lost rental income and have had to negotiate rent


