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Why Zoom Video Communications Stock Fell Today
Shares of Zoom Video Communications (NASDAQ: ZM) have fallen today, down by 5% as of noon EDT, amid ongoing scrutiny of the videoconferencing platform's security. Taiwan has become the latest to
Starbucks Employees Will Start Wearing Masks
As the number of coronavirus cases and related fatalities increases in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control is asking Americans to take more precautions to protect themselves. As part of its
Why Brick-and-Mortar Retailers' Stocks Are Surging Today
Shares of many retail-chain companies were rising on Tuesday morning as investors in consumer discretionary stocks grew more optimistic about the post-coronavirus recovery in North America and
Facebook Rolls out Tools to Pinpoint Regions Not Following Social Distancing Rules
Facebook (NASDAQ: FB) is aiming to help healthcare officials pinpoint locations where people aren't following social distancing rules using the location data it collects on its more than 2.5 billion
Here's Why Simon Property Group, Kimco Realty, and other Retail REITs are Rising Today
The S&P 500 was roughly 2% higher as of 11:30 a.m. EDT on Tuesday, but one of the most beaten-down parts of the market is soaring.
Real estate investment trusts, or REITs, that specialize in retail
Why Oil Stocks Are in Rally Mode Today
Oil prices turned upward today, with WTI, the U.S. oil price benchmark, rising roughly 2% by 10:45 a.m. EDT. Fueling that rally was news that U.S. producers are starting to cut their output in a
Here's My Top Stock to Buy in April
Spotify (NYSE: SPOT) is my top stock to buy in April because it's a clear bargain at its current prices. Here's why.
Spotify is the global leader in music and audio streaming with 271 million
Why Nike's Global Success Is Changing Retail
Nike's (NYSE: NKE) recent fiscal third-quarter report was a slam dunk. Although sales growth came in lower than the prior-year period, revenue was up 5% year over year despite the coronavirus
Roku Launches The Roku Channel in Stay-at-Home U.K.
On Monday, streaming pioneer Roku (NASDAQ: ROKU) announced the debut of The Roku Channel, its free, ad-supported streaming channel, in the United Kingdom. The platform gives viewers access to more
9 Investing Tips from Peter Lynch That You Shouldn't Ignore
In the 1980s, one of the most well-known and most successful mutual funds was the Fidelity Magellan fund (NASDAQMUTFUND: FMAGX), and it was helmed by Peter Lynch, who ranks among the best investors
Why Shares of Dronemaker AeroVironment Rose 18.6% in March
Shares of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) manufacturer AeroVironment (NASDAQ: AVAV) rose 18.6% in March, according to data provided by S&P Global Market Intelligence. It was one of the rare stocks to
Here's Why Tanger Factory Outlet Centers Is Spiking Higher Today
The stock market is having a strong day on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 higher by about 2% at 11:20 a.m. EDT. However, that gain is nothing compared to what we're seeing out of Tanger Factory Outlet
Uber Helps Drivers Find Other Work, Including for Other Employers
Not surprisingly in the wake of coronavirus-related lockdowns, Uber Technologies (NYSE: UBER) has seen demand for its ride-hailing services plummet. The company established an employee assistance
Is Quest Diagnostics a Great Dividend Stock?
The current coronavirus pandemic has put the U.S. healthcare system under a microscope and emphasized the importance of diagnostic testing. Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX), a leader in both developing
Why Tesla Stock Jumped Tuesday
Shares of Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) popped on Tuesday, rising as much as 9.4%. At 11:16 a.m. EDT today, the stock was up 6.2%.
The stock's gain comes as the overall market was up nearly 2% and as other
Stock Market News: Is the Coronavirus-Driven Boom in Videoconferencing Stocks Over?
Tuesday morning brought more gains to the stock market, albeit without quite the same level of momentum that created such a big move higher on Monday. Market participants were ready to remain
Chewy Reports Strong Quarter Among Coronavirus Pandemic
Chewy (NYSE: CHWY), the online pet store which counts PetSmart as its majority owner, had a good year even before the coronavirus pandemic pushed people to order more essential items online.
The
Will You Be the Next SeaWorld CEO?
CEOs don't tend to last long at SeaWorld Entertainment (NYSE: SEAS). Sergio Rivera abruptly resigned over the weekend, and the filing announcing the move cites disagreements with the board's heavy
Why Airline Shares Are Soaring Today
We've been saying for a while now that airline shares are likely to rise and fall based on sentiment about how quickly the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic will be contained and how severe its impact
Federal Reserve Creates Lending Facility for SBA Loans
The Federal Reserve is creating a lending facility to finance small-business loans through the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program.
The Fed said it will specifically
The Auto Loan Market Is Facing a Meltdown, and These 3 Stocks Could Get Burned
The record-breaking $1.3 trillion worth of auto loan debt Americans are collectively shouldering is starting to show some serious cracks. As of late last year, auto loan delinquencies were at an
These 2 Digital Advertising Giants Will Hold Up Well Amid Coronavirus
Marketers are facing a serious challenge as consumer behavior has changed practically overnight, and people practice social distancing and spend more time at home. Some products are downright
Wingstop’s Preliminary Q1 Sales Show Strong Growth Despite Coronavirus
Though Wingstop's (NASDAQ: WING) official results won't be issued until May 6, the company provided preliminary sales results today that show nearly 10% same-store growth through the first quarter
Why Annaly Capital Management and Other Mortgage REITs Fell 38% or More in March
Shares of mortgage real estate investment trust (REIT) Annaly Capital Management (NYSE: NLY) dropped roughly 43% in March, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. Peer AGNC Investment
Merck's Keytruda Receives Priority Review for a Key Indication
Merck's (NYSE: MRK) application for permission to treat a large cohort of advanced-stage cancer patients with Keytruda has been accepted for a priority review by the FDA. The company is seeking


