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Investing
Wal-Mart, United Technologies Weigh on DJIA Friday
Walmart, United Technologies, DuPont, and McDonald's weight on Dow Jones Industrial Average Friday.
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Services
Why McDonald’s Wants to Sell a Big Stake in Its Japan Business
Had it not been for a solid fourth quarter, the world's largest fast-food company likely would have shown no year-over-year profit growth. Now McDonald's reportedly is currently seeking bids for a "significant…
7:35am ET
Services
What 2017 Has in Store for McDonald’s
Quick-service restaurants like McDonald's could see some increase in traffic this year, and same-store sales comparisons will benefit from the weak showing in 2016.
Paul Ausick 8:25am ET
Investing
5 Merrill Lynch Stocks to Buy That Are 2017 Dividend Aristocrats
For more conservative investors looking for growth and income, these stocks make good sense for 2017 and beyond.
4:01pm ET
Investing
Apple, United Technologies Sink DJIA on Friday
December 30, 2016: Markets opened slightly higher Friday but in a repeat of Thursday’s action, traded mostly in the red all day. The day before a three-day holiday weekend often ends up…
10:20am ET
Investing
UBS Dividend Rulers Portfolio Makes a Huge Late 2016 Addition
A nice value added in the UBS Dividend Ruler portfolio, plus four additional stocks that make good sense for long-term growth and income portfolios.
11:25am ET
Services
Are Delivery Services or Kiosks More Important for McDonald’s?
McDonald's must see the extended delivery service as an opportunity for incremental revenue with little downside risk. But its digital self-order kiosks may be more important.
Paul Ausick 8:15am ET
Investing
5 Dividend Stocks You Can Still Buy With Market at Record Highs
These stocks are rated Buy at Merrill Lynch, pay a dividend and haven’t gone parabolic this year. They make good sense for investors now.
11:10am ET
Investing
Meet the Preliminary 2017 Dogs of the Dow for Massive Dividends
At the end of each year, investors look for opportunities and safe harbors to park their money for the year ahead. Investors who love dividends often consider the so-called Dogs of the…
8:55am ET
Investing
Top Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades: Arista Networks, McDonald’s, TripAdvisor, Newmont Mining, Nike, Visa and More
Monday’s top analyst upgrades, downgrades and initiations include Arista Networks, McDonald's, TripAdvisor, Newmont Mining, Nike and Visa.
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Investing
Top Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades: Alcoa, Deere, Ford, GM, McDonald’s, Wells Fargo, BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto and More
The top analyst upgrades, downgrades and initiations seen on Thursday morning include Alcoa, Deere, Ford, GM, McDonald's, Wells Fargo, BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto.
10:40am ET
Services
McDonald’s Workers Demonstrate Again for $15 Wage
In a series of demonstrations and strikes taking place Tuesday, November 29, workers in a variety of jobs and industries will continue to press demands for a $15-an-hour minimum wage, along with…
Paul Ausick 10:35am ET
Services
Uber Drivers Strike for $15 Wage
In the wake of this political season and the protesting involved, it seems more and more people are making public demonstrations to get their voices heard. The question is will this work…
1:01pm ET
Companies and Brands
The Most Famous Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade Balloons and Who Owns Them
The Macy’s (NYSE: M) Thanksgiving Day Parade dates back to 1924. It is a major PR event for the troubled department store and companies that have balloons showcasing their products. Not only…
8:20am ET
Investing
UBS Blue Chip Dividend Ruler Stocks On Sale After Wild Election
The UBS Dividend Ruler portfolio continues to outperform the overall market, and we continue to think that the outperformance will stay in place for the rest of the year and beyond.