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PayPal Does More for Less, But for How Long?
Wall Street Journal - 27 Apr 2017 20:59
PayPal is earning less per transaction, but usage is growing fast
What Can Stop the World's Best Selling Drug?
Wall Street Journal - 27 Apr 2017 20:57
AbbVie rides its blockbuster anti-inflammatory drug, Humira, to another strong quarter, but the question remains: How long can this juggernaut can last?
Two Warren Buffett Stocks Fall Near Lowest Prices In A Year
Forbes - 27 Apr 2017 18:21
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Microsoft dips after revenue misses expectations
CNBC - 28 Apr 2017 01:02
The company reported that revenue from its "more personal computing" segment, which includes Surface, badly missed estimates.
NSEL case: Sebi serves five brokerages showcause notice for misselling products
livemint.com - 28 Apr 2017 00:57Intel shares fall 3% after missing expectations for key segment
CNBC - 28 Apr 2017 00:57
Intel is expected to report first-quarter earnings after the bell Thursday.
Starbucks shares fall 4 percent after US sales fail to gain traction
CNBC - 28 Apr 2017 00:22
For the second quarter in a row, Starbucks' same-store sales failed to meet Wall Street expectations, sending shares down more than 4 percent in aftermarket trading Thursday.
Indian start-ups must compete without protection, says Deepak Shahdadpuri
livemint.com - 27 Apr 2017 23:54
DSG Consumer Partners Asia founder and MD Deepak Shahdadpuri on non-tech consumer businesses and how they can create a brand and become a market leader
Amazon surges on big earnings and sales beat
CNBC - 27 Apr 2017 23:53
Amazon reported first-quarter sales and profit that exceeded analysts' estimates.
First 100 Days: The Trump Trade's 'Ridiculous Standard'
Wall Street Journal - 27 Apr 2017 23:30
Donald Trump's first 100 days in office have produced a strong stock market but weak economic growth; he should get an incomplete for both
Deconstructing The Trump Premium
Forbes - 27 Apr 2017 23:19
As we approach the end of Trump's first 100 days, let's try to see how much of a premium the U.S. stock market has built into a Trump rally, and what risk that entails.
Market round-up: Cement consumption to rise 3-4.5 % in FY18
livemint.com - 27 Apr 2017 22:31
In other news, rising US shale oil output puts Opec cut at risk; Euro turns from riskiest to everyone's favourite
Putting Samsung's Stellar Q1 Into Perspective
Forbes - 27 Apr 2017 21:48
Samsung Electronics published its Q1 2017 results on April 27, posting its strongest quarterly earnings in about three years, driven by its components business, which benefited from strong demand and favorable pricing fo...
ECB Keeps Extreme Measures Despite More Ordinary Times
Wall Street Journal - 27 Apr 2017 20:48
Mario Draghi drew a sharp contrast between the ECB's views on growth and inflation. The tipping point away from ultra-loose policy remains some way off.
Ollie: The Startup Delivering Healthy Dog Food Straight To Your Door
Forbes - 27 Apr 2017 19:42
I spoke with Ollie co-founders Gabby Slome and Alex Douzet about the vision behind their business, disrupting the dog food industry, and their plans for transforming the way owners approach raising healthy pets.
Some Of The World's Biggest Hedge Funds Think Private Equity Stocks Are Cheap
Forbes - 27 Apr 2017 18:57
Some of the world's most prominent hedge funds are spotting value in name brand private equity firms as sovereign and pension money pours into the buyout industry.
Deutsche Bank Slogs While Investment Banking Rivals Soar
Wall Street Journal - 27 Apr 2017 18:53
If Deutsche Bank has found the right balance in investment banking, it is hard to spot the benefits. The German group failed to catch the same market recovery that boosted bond trading at U.S. rivals.
3 Ways To Follow The 'CEF Smart Money'
Forbes - 27 Apr 2017 18:12
Closed-end fund investors regularly go crazy. Their bouts with investment insanity often present us contrarian income hunters with 8%+ yields. And big price upside to boot.
Under Armour shares surge on smaller-than-expected loss
CNBC - 27 Apr 2017 17:04
Although Under Armour posted its first-ever loss, it was not nearly as bad as some had feared, shares rose 10 percent.
Warren Buffett Hates Gold... But Here's Five Reasons You Need To Own It
Forbes - 27 Apr 2017 16:46
Given the negative real rates, a falling dollar, and heightened correlation between stock and bonds, gold should be an essential part of every investor's portfolio today.
Ford beats Street estimates, but profit dinged by recall costs
CNBC - 27 Apr 2017 16:35
Ford earnings and revenues beat analyst expectations on Thursday.
Why Life Insurance Is Essential For Retirement Planning
Forbes - 27 Apr 2017 16:31
Life insurance, when used properly, can help supercharge a retirement plan by make the plan more tax efficient, providing peace of mind, improving total portfolio returns, and creating a source of income replacement.