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Warren Buffett Didn't Buy-and-Hold These 3 Stocks, and It's Cost Him More Than $12 Billion
Warren Buffett Didn't Buy-and-Hold These 3 Stocks, and It's Cost Him More Than $12 Billion
Warren Buffett is arguably the greatest investor of our generation. Since the 1950s, Buffett has managed to turn less than $10,000 into nearly $74 billion. In fact, he'd probably be worth $100 billion
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated Chugs AlongPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Clinical research organization, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Hiroshi Sugimoto: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-d5U47McddROtnUwv1JIaZvc2.png?st=2023-05-04T16%3A11%3A57Z&se=2023-05-04T18%3A11%3A57Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-04T16%3A04%3A37Z&ske=2023-05-05T16%3A04%3A37Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=KvGLXJQj4L2uYw31IYBsPpHX4telRq/7natMW2uEF58%3D
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated Chugs Along
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: VRTX) keeps chugging along, generating increased sales for its two cystic fibrosis drugs as it gains additional approvals to treat more patients, and producing clinical
Helmerich & Payne Couldn't Get Over the Profit Hurdle Last QuarterPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Gas company, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://img.theapi.app/temp/01083d82-021d-4573-8c40-0e836a0771d6.png
Helmerich & Payne Couldn't Get Over the Profit Hurdle Last Quarter
As great as 2017 has been for the shale oil sector, with growing production that put rigs and other drilling equipment back online, and crews back to work, that hasn't necessarily translated to profit
Nestle Cuts Its Outlook as Sales StallPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Specialty food store, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Ansel Adams: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/7a8f69d5-c26e-46d9-b403-d3e5e9562eca.png
Nestle Cuts Its Outlook as Sales Stall
Nestle (NASDAQOTH: NSRGY) leads the food industry, and its role atop the sector has left the company vulnerable to adverse business trends. In many of the countries Nestle serves, sluggish economic
Starbucks' Teavana Fails to Thrive in Struggling MallsPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Retail store, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Thomas Heaton: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/bda07ced-e79e-4489-b731-ada601660c8e.png
Starbucks' Teavana Fails to Thrive in Struggling Malls
Few people deal with driving to a mall just to get a pretzel from Auntie Anne's or a cookie from Mrs. Fields, but in a packed shopping plaza, those chains serve hungry people. But as chains like Sears
Cliffs Natural Resources' U.S. Operations Get Overshadowed by a Weak International MarketPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Gold mine, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Thomas Heaton: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/94faf2bd-99c1-4ea6-b55d-fdcab23c3865.png
Cliffs Natural Resources' U.S. Operations Get Overshadowed by a Weak International Market
The iron-ore market has been a fickle mistress as of late, and it has caused shares of Cliffs Natural Resources (NYSE: CLF) to bounce all over the place during the past year. This past quarter, the
3 Reasons for American Express Shareholders to CheerPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Asset management firm, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-4Gf80r47YD589EFtjlMy4oXE.png?st=2023-05-06T14%3A52%3A24Z&se=2023-05-06T16%3A52%3A24Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-06T00%3A39%3A24Z&ske=2023-05-07T00%3A39%3A24Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=d8x8qxYEsZ8AfRwcBw8eUkxkNQFVf9GobJgEag27Xug%3D
3 Reasons for American Express Shareholders to Cheer
The American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) reported its 2017 second quarter earnings earlier this month and the results provided a lot for investors to be happy about. The company's adjusted revenue and
This High-Yield Stock Just Went on Sale
This High-Yield Stock Just Went on Sale
Shares of leading self-storage REIT Public Storage (NYSE: PSA) fell more than 5% after reporting disappointing second-quarter earnings, and dropped below the $200 mark for the first time since 2015
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust Earnings Continue Falling as Hotels Exit the Portfolio
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust Earnings Continue Falling as Hotels Exit the Portfolio
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust (NYSE: PEB) closed the sale of another hotel during the quarter bringing its total to nine hotels since beginning its strategic disposition plan. However, with fewer hotels
Deeper Inside Intel Corporation's Client Computing Group ResultsPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Networking equipment supplier, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-LvyAFCAMshu3rGBke5G5gxuI.png?st=2023-05-10T15%3A37%3A29Z&se=2023-05-10T17%3A37%3A29Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-10T02%3A36%3A27Z&ske=2023-05-11T02%3A36%3A27Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=nXxCmLby4SxAAd/YtNVxZStdXrs9BCydapQDQaR/oac%3D
Deeper Inside Intel Corporation's Client Computing Group Results
On July 27, microprocessor giant Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) reported its financial results for the second quarter of the year, offered guidance for the third quarter, and even raised its full-year revenue
3 Things Teradata Corp.'s Management Wants You to KnowPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  IT consulting firm, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-uhXP0RHYYxDepjmHeSp1K8bF.png?st=2023-05-07T15%3A26%3A44Z&se=2023-05-07T17%3A26%3A44Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-07T16%3A18%3A55Z&ske=2023-05-08T16%3A18%3A55Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=4pcJOd8aEI1799liUV13F4ElqO7e4RZy8sa1PEeeNZA%3D
3 Things Teradata Corp.'s Management Wants You to Know
Data analytics specialist Teradata (NYSE: TDC) reported second-quarter results early Thursday morning. Adjusted earnings came in 69% below the year-ago period's results at $0.22 per diluted share, and
3 Reasons Visa Just Delivered A Great Quarter ... AgainPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Janitorial service, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Ansel Adams: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/4d4e885c-79e9-4b8f-bd91-e9721cd7c2e9.png
3 Reasons Visa Just Delivered A Great Quarter ... Again
Right now, little seems to be able to slow down the world's largest payments network. A new CEO comes in and immediately faces a series of questions and concerns? No problem. The company must
Mindbody Earnings: Revenue Jumps 31% and Loss NarrowsPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  IT consulting firm, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-uhXP0RHYYxDepjmHeSp1K8bF.png?st=2023-05-07T15%3A26%3A44Z&se=2023-05-07T17%3A26%3A44Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-07T16%3A18%3A55Z&ske=2023-05-08T16%3A18%3A55Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=4pcJOd8aEI1799liUV13F4ElqO7e4RZy8sa1PEeeNZA%3D
Mindbody Earnings: Revenue Jumps 31% and Loss Narrows
Mindbody (NASDAQ: MB) reported second-quarter 2017 results after the market closed on Wednesday. The company -- which provides an online platform for wellness class providers that allows users to book
Abiomed, Inc. Starts Its Fiscal Year on a High NotePhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Mental health care service, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Art Wolfe: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/7ce3b930-5e2a-4215-b686-0ad0eb0b922a.png
Abiomed, Inc. Starts Its Fiscal Year on a High Note
Abiomed (NASDAQ: ABMD), a medical-device company focused on minimally invasive heart pumps, reported its fiscal first-quarter earnings on Thursday, July 27. The company's results proved yet again that
Proto Labs Posts Solid Earnings, Driven by 3D Printing and CNC MachiningPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  IT consulting firm, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-uhXP0RHYYxDepjmHeSp1K8bF.png?st=2023-05-07T15%3A26%3A44Z&se=2023-05-07T17%3A26%3A44Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-07T16%3A18%3A55Z&ske=2023-05-08T16%3A18%3A55Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=4pcJOd8aEI1799liUV13F4ElqO7e4RZy8sa1PEeeNZA%3D
Proto Labs Posts Solid Earnings, Driven by 3D Printing and CNC Machining
Proto Labs (NYSE: PRLB) released solid second-quarter 2017 earnings before the market opened on Thursday. The quick-turn manufacturing service provider's year-over-year revenue increased 9.4% and
Disruptor Alert: These 3 Companies are Changing RetailPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Retail store, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Peter Lik: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/add1012b-1b24-4eb2-aba0-77ab52c7f8ad.png
Disruptor Alert: These 3 Companies are Changing Retail
The retail sector is a tricky one to invest in due to the ever-shifting balance between e-commerce and brick-and-mortar stores. Retailers that are growing often do so at anemic rates, while retailers
Thinking About Getting an MBA? Here's What You Need to Consider
Thinking About Getting an MBA? Here's What You Need to Consider
Whether you're looking to break into a new career or grow your current one, you may be toying with the idea of getting your MBA. Like any other advanced degree, an MBA could open the door to a world
Cimpress N.V. Finishes an "Important" YearPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Janitorial service, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Ansel Adams: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/4d4e885c-79e9-4b8f-bd91-e9721cd7c2e9.png
Cimpress N.V. Finishes an "Important" Year
Cimpress NV (NASDAQ: CMPR) announced fiscal fourth-quarter 2017 results on Wednesday after the market closed, showcasing reasonably strong revenue growth as the mass-customization specialist delivers
Main Street Capital: Risks Ahead of EarningsPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Asset management firm, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-4Gf80r47YD589EFtjlMy4oXE.png?st=2023-05-06T14%3A52%3A24Z&se=2023-05-06T16%3A52%3A24Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-06T00%3A39%3A24Z&ske=2023-05-07T00%3A39%3A24Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=d8x8qxYEsZ8AfRwcBw8eUkxkNQFVf9GobJgEag27Xug%3D
Main Street Capital: Risks Ahead of Earnings
Main Street Capital (NYSE: MAIN) is beloved for its historical underwriting performance, which has translated into industry-leading stock returns for its investors. Shares now trade at a 73% premium
Alkermes Continues to ExecutePhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Biotech company, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Hiroshi Sugimoto: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-pKgbwxVSbyTCu0UzPNe8NL8D.png?st=2023-05-04T16%3A02%3A58Z&se=2023-05-04T18%3A02%3A58Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-04T12%3A13%3A51Z&ske=2023-05-05T12%3A13%3A51Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=%2BhYssNp3W0HiZMxCV64XVELyP8stYUjFhgUVfPrTLyg%3D
Alkermes Continues to Execute
Alkermes (NASDAQ: ALKS), a biopharmaceutical company focused on diseases of the central nervous system, released its second-quarter earnings results on Thursday, July 27. The report showed that
Apache Corporation in 5 ChartsPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Coal company, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by David Maisel: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/2a011bdc-adca-4de9-8457-d868b31178cf.png
Apache Corporation in 5 Charts
My top independent oil stock right now isn't ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP), despite its size and brand recognition. Instead, it's little Apache Corporation (NYSE: APA). I think the stock market has
Carter's Beats Expectations, Invests in Its FuturePhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Retail store, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Peter Lik: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/add1012b-1b24-4eb2-aba0-77ab52c7f8ad.png
Carter's Beats Expectations, Invests in Its Future
Carter's Inc. (NYSE: CRI) released second-quarter 2017 results on Thursday before the market opened, detailing solid retail growth and international gains. But thanks to a light earnings outlook for
Markel Delivers a Great Quarter and Goes on an Acquisition SpreePhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Reinsurance company, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-bSRc7PrRT00tZTDNf9SggMTD.png?st=2023-05-06T18%3A48%3A49Z&se=2023-05-06T20%3A48%3A49Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-06T00%3A38%3A49Z&ske=2023-05-07T00%3A38%3A49Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=3seGuy7NQJX9RXUOWr6XArANokWXlKqwnEJxEHfdbSY%3D
Markel Delivers a Great Quarter and Goes on an Acquisition Spree
Markel Corporation (NYSE: MKL) announced second-quarter 2017 earnings on Wednesday after the market closed, highlighting exceptional underwriting results and a number of intriguing acquisitions from
Eagle Materials, Inc. Cements Another Record for Revenue Thanks to an AcquisitionPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Coal mine, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Thomas Heaton: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/25526de2-54da-40ae-ba56-1e25dead3e81.png
Eagle Materials, Inc. Cements Another Record for Revenue Thanks to an Acquisition
Eagle Materials (NYSE: EXP) started off its fiscal 2018 with strong first-quarter results. The company set a record for revenue thanks in part to its recent acquisition of the Fairborn cement plant
How Ford Found a Tax Break to Offset a Profit DropPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Car manufacturer, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-iZxNvwmEDAT2zuvMswp8MrIk.png?st=2023-05-08T05%3A56%3A42Z&se=2023-05-08T07%3A56%3A42Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-08T03%3A27%3A06Z&ske=2023-05-09T03%3A27%3A06Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=hpaom2wRNOR4VGolGAMc0MX1MdH9zOmjK0MSBHrfkTo%3D
How Ford Found a Tax Break to Offset a Profit Drop
Analysts weren't expecting a big second quarter from Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F). Wall Street analysts polled by Thomson Reuters before Ford's report on Wednesday had predicted that the Blue Oval