Health Care Costs May Be the Major Issue in the Verizon Union Walkout
A deeper look into Verizon's pension plan shows that the key issue is probably a combination of Obamacare and retiring baby boomers.
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The 5 Most Shorted NYSE Stocks: Big Changes to End the Quarter
Some moves in the most heavily shorted stocks traded on the New York Stock Exchange were sizable between the March 15 and March 31 settlement dates.
The 5 Most Shorted Nasdaq Stocks: AMD Leads the Trend
The interest in the five most heavily shorted stocks traded on the Nasdaq declined between the March 15 and March 31 settlement dates. Leading that trend was AMD.
3 Stocks With Catalysts That Could Capitalize on Biotech Momentum
If the momentum in biotech can continue, then companies with catalysts within the next 12 to 18 months could get an added boost with any good news.
Virtual Reality Picks for the 21st Century
For the past few years, a number of companies have been developing technology that has long been a staple of science fiction — virtual reality.
Why the Pfizer-Allergan Breakup Could Be Bad News for Apple and Alphabet
The breakup of the Pfizer-Allergan deal may only be a warning sign for both Apple and Google and any other company filtering money through foreign countries to avoid taxes, but the trend of plugging…
Want to Know How Many Rate Hikes This Year? Watch the Dollar
It seems that almost every other day now we are getting word of new opinions by various Federal Reserve officials regarding how many rate hikes there should be for 2016.
Has Marriott Snatched Defeat From the Jaws of Victory?
Marriott International has won the battle for Starwood Hotels and Resorts, but shareholders of the storied hotelier may wind up being the loser.
Will Terrorist Activity Hurt Tourism in Belgium?
The economic impact of social shocks is undeniable, and perhaps more relevant now than at any time over the past 10 years.
Guns Everywhere Petition Highlights Rosy Manufacturer Outlook
A carry everywhere gun policy obviouslyhas safety, ethical and political implications, but it also brings another party into play — gun retailers.
Why Boeing Layoffs Do Not Point to Problems at the Company
Boeing Co. (NYSE: BA) has announced that it will be letting go of about 4,000 employees in its Commercial Airplanes division by midyear. The layoffs would be voluntary, combined with leaving positions unfilled. While the move…
Which Companies Benefit as El Niño Transitions to La Niña?
The verdict for El Niño is in, and while it hasn’t been particularly good for cold weather retailers, it hasn’t been catastrophic either.
What to Expect From Carnival Q1 Earnings
Carnival is scheduled to report its fiscal first-quarter financial results before the markets open on Wednesday.
Gross Margins and Inventory Will Be Key With Lululemon Earnings
What has happened with Lululemon Athletica since December serves as one more instance of official analyst downgrades to be either ignored or even used as contrary indicators.
Where Is Left for Wal-Mart to Expand?
At the beginning of this year, Wal-Mart announced its intentions to open a minimum of 200, and up to as many as 240, international stores throughout fiscal 2017.
Which Companies Will Suffer as the US Population Ages?
Over the next 40 years, some stocks should do very well in the wake of a demographic trends. Some, not so much. Here are some industries and companies that could be set to take…
Why Scholastic Deserves a Closer Look
Harry Potter publisher Scholastic is one stock that doesn’t get the attention that it deserves from investors.
Why There Is Smooth Sailing Ahead for Carnival
Lots of issues have sunk Carnival shares this year by 10%, but many on Wall Street believe there is plenty of smooth sailing ahead for the stock.
The 5 Most Shorted NYSE Stocks: Pfizer Surges to the Top
Interest in almost all of the most heavily shorted stocks traded on the New York Stock Exchange shrank between the February 29 and March 15 settlement dates. Except for Pfizer, that is.
The 5 Most Shorted Nasdaq Stocks: Sirius XM Back on Top
Interest in the most heavily shorted stocks traded on the Nasdaq rose, for the most part, between the February 29 and March 15 settlement dates. Leading that trend was Intel.