American Cities Adding the Most Jobs
The United States nonfarm employment increased by 222,000 in May, as the unemployment rate ticked up slightly to 4.4%. Unemployment remains close to its lowest point in a decade. Five years ago, the U.S.…
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Merrill Lynch’s Top 4 Internet Stocks for the Second Half of 2017
Merrill Lynch singled out a group in the tech sector that the firm believes will outperform going forward -- specifically, internet stocks.
Why Jefferies Upgraded 4 Top MLPs
Analysts at Jefferies have raised their ratings on four master limited partnerships (MLPs), citing an overall improved outlook for the second half of 2017.
Why Jefferies Is Taking a Backseat on IBM
IBM has struggled for year to get out of what some analysts have called a value trap. One analyst is slashing its target for the computer giant and sees further downside for the stock.
Crude Oil Bounced Once, Then Sank Following Inventory Report
The U.S. crude oil stockpile dwindled by more than 7 million barrels last week and gasoline inventories fell by more than a million barrels. But higher export levels and greater demand from refineries kept…
Meet the Newest Sports ETF
Sports fans rejoice. There is now an exchange traded fund that caters to this group: the ProSports Sponsors ETF.
Ads for Counterfeit Shoes Hitting Instagram
Ads for fake products have made their way to Instagram and are presenting the social media site with a probem that e-commersice sites have been plagued with for years.
Did Janet Yellen Just Signal That Rates Will Remain Lower for Much Longer?
While many investors look over each and every word for clues about monetary policy ahead, Fed Chair Yellen's prepared remarks for the testimony contained no major surprises.
America’s Most Violent (and Peaceful) States
As it stands, the nationwide violent crime rate today is about half what it was in 1993. While the United States is a much more peaceful place than it has been in decades, millions…
Even More Concerns Surface About Apple Ahead of iPhone Launch
Apple reportedly is scrambling to put together its highly anticipated iPhone 8. The company seems to be facing a bug problem with its software. If these bugs persist it could cut into production and…
10 Most Stolen Cars in America
Americans love buying Hondas, and American thieves love stealing them, according to the latest report from the The National Insurance Crime Bureau. The Honda Accord and Civic were the two most stolen autos in…
Why Ocular Therapeutix Shares Are Getting Crushed
Ocular Therapeutix shares were absolutely crushed on Wednesday after the company received less than favorable news from the FDA regarding its Dextenza in the treatment of ocular pain following ophthalmic surgery.
5 Analyst Focus List Technology Stocks to Buy for the Rest of 2017
These five stocks make good sense for investors wanting to maintain exposure to the ultra-high-growth possibilities in technology, but with potentially less volatility and downside.
States With the Highest (and Lowest) Energy Costs
As hot summer weather begins to settle in over most of the United States, consumers will begin to see higher energy bills. But there is wide variation by state as a new study indicates.
Are You Buying the Car Thieves Steal the Most?
Americans love buying Hondas, and American thieves love stealing them. The Accord and Civic were the two most stolen autos in the nation in 2016,