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RH: Pricey Wares, Pricey Shares
Barron's - 7 Oct 2017 07:15
The former Restoration Hardware's stock has jumped. But can it achieve the right balance between inventories and cash flows?
The Meltup Before the Storm?
Barron's - 7 Oct 2017 06:35
Signs of a market top are emerging, but shares could move even higher before the bull finally departs.
Shareholders to vote on Nelson Peltz' bid to sit on P&G's board
New York Post - 7 Oct 2017 08:47
In just four days, the "dumbest" -- and largest -- proxy fight hedge funder Nelson Peltz ever fought will come to a close. Procter & Gamble shareholders will vote on Tuesday whether Peltz deserves a seat on the consumer-...
Wal-Mart Gets Back on the Growth Track
Barron's - 7 Oct 2017 08:27
E-commerce is helping the retailing giant jump-start stalled revenue and profit growth. And shareholders will benefit.
Bill Ackman takes a hit from Herbalife short as stock soars
New York Post - 7 Oct 2017 08:23
Bill Ackman found himself cornered and squeezed on Friday as shares of Herbalife soared to a nearly three-year high. The maker of nutritional shakes jumped 11.2 percent, to $75.25, after it revealed its recent offer to r...
Mnuchin looks to loosen regulation -- but 'too big to fail' is here to say
New York Post - 7 Oct 2017 08:20
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin laid out on Friday guidelines to loosen Wall Street regulation -- but kept in place one of the most powerful and controversial regulators from the Obama era. Loosening regulation will ...
IT Leader Finds New Ways to Reward Shareholders
Barron's - 7 Oct 2017 07:57
Cognizant is building a lucrative digital-consulting business and returning cash to investors. A message from Elliott Management.
ESG Investing? Don't Forget About Bonds
Barron's - 7 Oct 2017 07:51
When it comes to investing with ESG criteria, stocks get most of the attention. But bonds may be a better way to go. These funds are a start.
The US Supreme Court may soon decide if military tribunals can try domestic crimes
Business Insider - 7 Oct 2017 05:17
Win McNamee/Getty Images The U.S. Supreme Court may soon decide whether military tribunals can try detainees at Guantanamo Bay for violations of U.S. domestic law, and for the first time clearly define the scope of a mil...
One chart shows why shareholders are so happy about Netflix's price increase (NFLX)
Business Insider - 7 Oct 2017 03:58
Netflix raised its prices for US subscribers on Thursday and its stock took off, hitting an all time high of $194.39 per share by the end of the day. The price bump took the standard tier up to $10.99 from $9.99, and the...
The Weinstein Company Launches Investigation Into Sexual Harassment Allegations
Forbes - 7 Oct 2017 03:34
Producer Harvey Weinstein will take an indefinite leave of absence starting today from The Weinstein Company, the production company and distributor he helped found, following allegations that he sexually harassed women ...
Trump's Columbus Day proclamation had a big contrast to Obama's
Business Insider - 7 Oct 2017 20:21
AP Photo/Evan Vucci WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is proclaiming Monday as Columbus Day — without any of his predecessor's qualms. The president's proclamation Friday directs the U.S. to celebrate his disc...
The Trump administration is sending confusing signals on their tax plan and the federal deficit
Business Insider - 7 Oct 2017 18:49
Carlos Barria/Reuters During President Barack Obama's administration, Republicans built a leg of their opposition to his policies by ripping their potential effects onthe federal deficit. Now in President Donald Trump's ...
Volunteers help nonprofit organic farm in Iowa flourish
Miami Herald - 7 Oct 2017 18:34
These days, Mollie and Tobin Krell spend a lot of time covered in dirt and out of breath. The couple seeks refuge in their barn when harvesting hours grow too …
Shake Shack founder Danny Meyer is jumping into finance with a $220 million fund (SHAK)
Business Insider - 7 Oct 2017 18:34
Spencer Platt/Getty Danny Meyer, the famed New York restaurateurwho eliminated tipping at restaurants and founded the Shake Shack empire, is jumping into the world of finance. Meyer has raised $220 million for a private ...
4 Signs That Bosses Are Really Bullies
Forbes - 7 Oct 2017 18:32
Leadership in today's workplaces too often mirrors today's politics. Leaders must start leading again and must stop being bullies.
These countries are banning gas-powered vehicles by 2040
Business Insider - 7 Oct 2017 18:17
Reuters/Mike Blake The US lags behind other countries when it comes to putting policies in place that will encourage electric vehicle adoption. Some states, like California, are doing their part toset up an infrastructur...
Target now sells $5 wines -- here's how it compares to Trader Joe's cheap wines
Business Insider - 7 Oct 2017 18:08
Target recently announced its new line of inexpensive wines called California Roots. The brand includes acabernet, a red blend, a pinot grigio, a chardonnay, and Moscato. Each bottlecosts $5. We put Target's line up agai...
The COO of $5.7 billion investment giant BlackRock identifies 'one of the greatest misnomers' about America's hottest investment product
Business Insider - 7 Oct 2017 18:07
BlackRock. Rob Goldstein, the chief operating officer of BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, thinks there are a lot of misconceptions surrounding the rise of passive investing. One, for instance, isthe name. "W...
Traders betting against Tesla are finally making millions
Business Insider - 7 Oct 2017 18:06
AP Betting against Tesla this year has been an exercise in futility, as short sellers have repeatedly been burned by one of the market's hottest stocks. Their patience is finally paying off. Through Monday, investors had...
Clergy Housing Tax Break Ruled Unconstitutional - Again
Forbes - 7 Oct 2017 17:43
Judge rules that tax exemption for clergy housing allowances is unconstitutional.
Need roaches, worms? Nebraska company offers delivery
Miami Herald - 7 Oct 2017 18:38
Most people would probably prefer not to have a house full of roaches, rats, worms and beetles, but Anthony Ward isn't like most people. To Ward, they're not vermin, they're …