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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
3 Major Problems With 401(k) Plans
It used to be that if you worked for the same employer long enough, you'd retire with a pension that, combined with Social Security, would provide enough income to sustain you during your golden
Surprise! These 3 Pot Stocks Have Doubled in 2019
To put things plainly, this has not been a good year for cannabis stocks. It began promisingly, with more than a dozen pot stocks gaining in excess of 70% during the first quarter. However, the
Better Buy: Alibaba vs. JD.com
Alibaba (NYSE: BABA) and JD.com (NASDAQ: JD) are the two largest e-commerce companies in China. Alibaba controls 59% of that market, according to eMarketer, while JD holds a 17% share.
Both
3 Stocks That Could Be the Next Biotech Buyouts
Biotech investors are on the edge of their seats this holiday season thanks to a recent string of juicy buyout offers. Despite a busy year for acquisitions, big pharmaceutical companies with
How Long Will It Be Until You're a Millionaire?
Becoming a millionaire is the definition of wealth for many Americans. Only around 12 million people in the entire United States have a net worth of at least that much.
While you can become a
Sales of Apple's Wearables Products Are Soaring
Sales of Apple's (NASDAQ: AAPL) wearable devices -- Apple Watch, AirPods, and Beats earphones -- nearly tripped last quarter, according to estimates from research firm IDC. With greater growth than
What Would Warren Buffett's Mentor Think About Accenture?
In his seminal book The Intelligent Investor, Warren Buffett's mentor Benjamin Graham highlighted seven criteria for a defensive investor to use in stock selection:
The first five criteria speak
Is Rigel Pharmaceuticals Stock a Buy?
Rigel Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: RIGL) developed and launched the drug Tavalisse for the treatment of the autoimmune disease called chronic immune thrombocytopenia (or immune thrombocytopenic purpura
3 High-Yield International Dividend Stocks to Consider Buying Now
Whether you realize it or not, dividend stocks are the under-the-radar workhorse of many successful investment portfolios. According to a report from JP Morgan Asset Management that was published in
General Dynamics Gets Historic Sub Contract; Here's Why Investors Were Not Impressed
General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) has landed the largest shipbuilding contract in history, a $22 billion deal for nine new nuclear submarines.
The award, while not unexpected, is welcome news for General
3 Reasons to Claim Social Security Early
Though your Social Security benefits are based on your earnings history, the age you claim them at will dictate how much money you ultimately collect each month. If you file for Social Security at
The 5 Most Popular Cannabis Stocks Among Millennials
Marijuana stocks have taken investors for a wild ride in 2019. When the first quarter came to a close, more than a dozen of the most popular pot stocks had gained at least 70%, and the expectation
In the Wake of a Tragedy, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Reports a Strong Third Quarter
It was a tough quarter for Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings (NASDAQ: OLLI) -- not so much from an earnings perspective but due to the loss of its CEO and founder Mark Butler. Financial performance
3 Stocks Immune to the U.S.-China Trade War
With President Donald Trump signaling that the trade war between the U.S. and China could last well into the new year, investors can be forgiven for looking for places to hide out.
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4 Steps to Making Sure You're Ready to Retire
It's tough to tell whether you're actually ready to retire, because everyone's financial situation looks different. There's no set amount you should have in savings, or a certain age you should
Domino's Ups Its Delivery Game Again with GPS Tracking
Few, if any, consumers order from Domino's (NYSE: DPZ) because they think the chain offers the best pizza around. Most communities have a better option, but what those other chains and local
Shake Shack is Shaking Up the Work Week
In November, Shake Shack's (NYSE: SHAK) CEO Randy Garutti announced the expansion of the four-day workweek for its managers. The four-day workweek program will be offered at a third of the burger
Toll Brothers Inc (TOL) Q4 2019 Earnings Call Transcript
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Toll Brothers Inc (NYSE: TOL)Q4 2019 Earnings CallDec 10, 2019, 10:00 a.m. ET
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Phreesia, Inc. (PHR) Q3 2019 Earnings Call Transcript
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Phreesia, Inc. (NYSE: PHR)Q3 2019 Earnings CallDec 10, 2019, 8:30 a.m. ET
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Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings (OLLI) Q3 2019 Earnings Call Transcript
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Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings (NASDAQ: OLLI)Q3 2019 Earnings CallDec 10, 2019, 4:30 p.m. ET
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Dave & Buster's Entertainment Inc (PLAY) Q3 2019 Earnings Call Transcript
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Dave & Buster's Entertainment Inc (NASDAQ: PLAY)Q3 2019 Earnings CallDec 10, 2019, 5:00 p.m. ET
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GameStop Corp New (GME) Q3 2019 Earnings Call Transcript
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GameStop Corp New (NYSE: GME)Q3 2019 Earnings CallDec 10, 2019, 5:00 p.m. ET
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2 Winning Stocks on Tuesday
Can you drive straight through a bear market?
If Tuesday's trading is any indication, the answer might just be yes. On the back of encouraging quarterly financials, two long-standing vehicle
Why Arista Networks Stock Fell 20.2% in November
Shares of Arista Networks (NYSE: ANET) declined 20.2% in November, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence, after the networking technology specialist announced strong third-quarter