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As Drug Prices Fall, These Stocks Could Rise
Barron's - 15 Apr 2017 07:24
Regeneron and Vertex could be winners as the biotech industry grapples with soaring prices.
Ten Things Great Leaders Do To Get People On Board With Change
Forbes - 15 Apr 2017 15:00
Navigating the uncertainty of change requires leaders to approach it with a "risk-ready mindset" -- one that is open to experimenting and learning on-the-go. Here are 10 ways leaders can combat the fear of change and emb...
Ford Shares Are Too Cheap
Barron's - 15 Apr 2017 08:25
Despite some negatives, including a recent earnings warning for the first quarter, the stock looks inexpensive.
An Apple-Disney Tie-Up Would Smack of Desperation
Barron's - 15 Apr 2017 06:20
The tech giant finds itself caught between Wall Street and its fan base. Disney would provide a jolt, but the pair are pursuing different missions.
Industrial strategy 'must help' UK creative industries
BBC - 15 Apr 2017 04:53
Ministers told film-making, music, and video games are becoming important parts of industry.
This Yale Grad Could Soon Be an Emoji Millionaire
inc - 15 Apr 2017 16:07
Emojis are a multi-billion dollar business in Asia and the trend is taking off in the US as well. Mojilala is a marketplace for emoji artists to sell work - and it is poised to explode.
Earnings Preview: What To Expect From United Airlines On Monday
Forbes - 15 Apr 2017 16:05
United Continental is expected to earn $0.37/share on $8.35 billion in revenue. Meanwhile, the so-called Whisper number is $0.39.
Ford wheels out range of online savings accounts
The Guardian - 15 Apr 2017 08:00
Motoring group's products include bonds and Isas, with rates that are 'fair and consistent' Ford has motored into the UK savings market with a range of customer accounts. The global car group is promising "competitive ra...
The Last Cheap Dividend Growth Stocks In A Pricey Market
Forbes - 15 Apr 2017 15:33
I wouldn't buy any old dividend payer right now, with most stock prices on the high side. But, believe it or not, there are a few quality dividend growers that are still pretty cheap.
Why men may have a harder time than women finding jobs
New York Post - 15 Apr 2017 01:38
If you're searching for a job, the odds of finding one may depend on your gender. Overall, occupations that are more than 80 percent female are projected to grow at nearly twice the rate of jobs that are at least 60 perc...
Trump's flip-flops concern some supporters, but not others
News Observer - 15 Apr 2017 08:37
What's wrong with being flexible? All presidents change their minds. He's only human. President Donald Trump's voters can be a forgiving lot -- up to a point. "He thinks too …
Wabtec Shares Could Power Up Nearly 20% in a Year
Barron's - 15 Apr 2017 07:26
Shares of railroad-equipment supplier Wabtec seem poised to rebound as governments invest in mass transit.
Brands are paying to give swag to celebrities
New York Post - 15 Apr 2017 04:27
Bagfuls of free luxury goodies aren't just for Oscar nominees anymore. Consumer brands are looking to get their products into the hands of the super-rich anyway they can -- and helicopter flights and fashion boutiques ar...
There's a dark secret at the heart of artificial intelligence: no one really understands how it works
Business Insider - 15 Apr 2017 18:46
Keith Rankin Last year, a strange self-driving car was released onto the quiet roads of Monmouth County, New Jersey. The experimental vehicle, developed by researchers at the chip maker Nvidia, didn't look different from...
Spirit Airlines latest carrier to cut back on Cuba flights
Miami Herald - 15 Apr 2017 18:35
Low-cost Spirit Airlines is the latest carrier to cut flights to Cuba. The Miramar-based airline began serving Havana on Dec. 1 with twice-daily flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. But …
Most Mississippi agencies banned from car purchases for year
Miami Herald - 15 Apr 2017 16:33
Most Mississippi government agencies will be banned from buying vehicles for a year, as a way to save money in a tight budget. The vehicle moratorium is in House Bill …
Shiny New Things: Best of the Best at New York Auto Show
NBC News - 15 Apr 2017 15:35
The New York International Auto Show is one of the biggest and most important annual events -- and it didn't disappoint this year.
Why Airlines Can Get Away With Bad Customer Service
The Atlantic - 15 Apr 2017 15:30
As much as other types of companies might want to ignore their lowest-margin patrons, most don't have that luxury.
Here's How The Internet of Things Is Transforming Industries You Would Never Think Of
inc - 15 Apr 2017 15:15
There's potential to unleash a new revolution in productivity
US launches qualification tests for upgraded nuke bomb
Miami Herald - 15 Apr 2017 08:47
Scientists at Sandia National Laboratories are claiming success with the first in a new series of test flights involving an upgraded version of a nuclear bomb that has been part …
3 Arkansas execution drugs key in pharmaceutical industry
Miami Herald - 15 Apr 2017 08:21
When administered as their manufacturers intend, the three drugs Arkansas could use in lethal injections next week -- if courts allow the executions to proceed -- are key products of …
This car can transform and drive over other cars in traffic
Business Insider - 15 Apr 2017 15:37
This transforming SUV raises and lowers to get around traffic. Unfortunately, the Hum Rider isn't something you can buy. It was created by Verizon as marketing for their Hum module. Anyone caught in traffic would love th...