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3 Ways to Maximize Your Medicare
"Medicare and Social Security have created the healthiest and most financially secure generation of senior citizens in American history." -- Jim Walsh It would be rather hard to feel financially
Here's How 44 Million Americans Are Getting Richer
Most of the time when we talk about how people are managing their finances, it's nothing but bad news. Case in point: Last year, I reported that a growing number of Americans have less than $1,000 in
5 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Veeva Systems Inc.
Few stocks have been as hot in 2017 as Veeva Systems (NYSE: VEEV). Shares of the cloud-based application provider are up more than 56% -- near the stock's all-time high set in late May. Veeva has
Hollywood Isn't Going to Stop Hating on Netflix Anytime Soon
In what has become an annual event, a group of theater owners have banded together against streaming pioneer Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX) and are refusing to show one of the company's original
3 Warren Buffett Stocks You Can Buy and Hold for Decades
Warren Buffett likes to make investments for the long term. Although his company, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A) (NYSE: BRK-B), does sometimes sell stocks after shorter periods, many of its holdings
Time Inc. Considers a Corporate Rebrand
In this Market Foolery segment, host Chris Hill and Motley Fool Funds' Bill Barker discuss the problems of old-media giant Time Inc. (NYSE: TIME), which apparently feels a new name might help it make
Mapping the Obstacles Ahead for Harley-Davidson
In this Market Foolery segment, host Chris Hill and Motley Fool Funds' Bill Barker discuss the future of America's iconic motorcycle company -- and it doesn't look strong. As the recent analyst report
20 Things You Need to Know About the Latest Senate Republican Healthcare Bill
Who needs soap operas when we have Congress?Earlier this week, Senate Republicans unveiled yet another version of their healthcare plan, dubbed the Better Care Reconciliation Act (BCRA), which is
Career Advice for Single Parents
"We do everything but leap tall buildings in a single bound. We are superheroes without capes."-- attributed to Debbie BurginSingle parents face lots of challenges as they juggle all their
Is It Too Late to Get In on This Millionaire-Maker Stock?
Corcept Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CORT) is one hot biotech stock no matter how you look at it. Shares have nearly quintupled in value in just three years. So far in 2017, Corcept stock is up around 70%.
Do I Need to Sign Up for Medicare at 65 if I Have Other Health Insurance?
The standard eligibility age for Medicare in the United States is 65. However, many people don't know if they need to sign up for Medicare if they already have other health insurance coverage, such as
Starbucks' Move Addresses Growing Barista Discontent
Generally considered a good place to work that treats employees well, Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) has faced recent backlash from some of its baristas over staffing levels in stores. Though employee
If I Make $60,000, How Much Will Social Security Pay Me?
Social Security provides a huge portion of the retirement income that Americans rely on. Even if you're fortunate enough to earn $60,000 a year, which is slightly above the latest available median
What Investors Missed in the Market This Week
There was quite a bit going on in the markets this week, with retail in the spotlight -- though not for a good reason. According to the government, sales at retailers nationwide dropped 0.2% in June
The 4 Top Internet ETFs
Investing in the internet has led investors on a roller-coaster ride over the past 20 years. The tech boom of the late 1990s gave way to the bust of the early 2000s, but since then, the internet has
Intel Is Feeling the Heat From AMD
The latest market share numbers for the central processing unit (CPU) space put together by PassMark gave Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) investors a rude awakening. The chip giant is losing its vice-like grip
Zynga History: Everything Investors Need to Know
Zynga (NASDAQ: ZNGA) was once the biggest name in social video games. Popular hits like FarmVille and Words With Friends racked up massive audiences and recorded stellar engagement, but the company's
J.C. Penney's Latest Turnaround Bet: Toy Shops
Since CEO Marvin Ellison took the reins at J.C. Penney (NYSE: JCP) two years ago, he has pushed the company into new lines of business in an attempt to boost sales even as mall traffic continues to
Buying Cabela's Still a Bad Idea for Bass Pro Shops
It's not too late for Bass Pro Shops to back out of its acquisition of Cabela's (NYSE: CAB). Sure, it was a lengthy and expensive process getting the deal through the Federal Trade Commission approval
Is It Time for Netflix to Crack Down on Password Sharing?
A recent poll found that more than one fifth of young adults in the U.S. who use video-streaming services do so on borrowed passwords. Password sharing, or the act of using someone else's account for
Applied OptoElectonics 500% One-Year Return: Everythng Investors Need to Know
Since last summer, shares of Applied OptoElectronics (NASDAQ: AAOI) are up nearly 500% and nearly 200% since the start of 2017. Those numbers have drawn the attention of many investors, and while the
Keep Tootsie Roll Out of Your Diet, as Well as Your Portfolio
Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. (NYSE: TR) is a family run business that is running into headwinds, such as dietary concerns about consuming sugar and a transition from brick and mortar to online
Never Will I Ever Buy Preclinical Biotech Stocks. No Way!
It's "Never Will I Ever" week on Industry Focus, and we're explaining what we'll never invest in and why.It's incredibly difficult to develop new, game-changing medicine. How difficult? Over 90% of
Amazon Prime Day: Consumers Win, Investors Really Win
The day after Thanksgiving is often referred to as "Black Friday" in the US, based on the inaccurate notion that retail stores operate unprofitably all year, finally turning a profit due to the
Can This Steel ETF Bounce Back From Tough Times?
The global economy has gone through a difficult period in recent years, and steel stocks have suffered the brunt of slowdowns in the infrastructure and construction industry. With demand for steel