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Nvidia vs AMD: Which Is The Better Investment From A Growth Perspective?
Profit Confidential - 15 Aug 2017 18:57
NVIDIA Vs. AMD: Both Offer Unique Growth Opportunities, But One is Our Clear-Cut Choice The comparison between Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NYSE:AMD) is not a straight apples-to-apple...
70 milestones in Independent India's business history
livemint.com - 16 Aug 2017 00:51
From Green Revolution and liberalization to demonetisation and GST, a look at 70 milestones of Independent India's business history
How Dunkin' Brands' 'On-The-Go' Strategy Can Give It A Competitive Edge
Forbes - 15 Aug 2017 23:35
As restaurant companies struggle to grow traffic at their stores with decreasing foot traffic in malls, Dunkin' Brands is looking at convenience as one of its key growth drivers.
Wal-Mart's E-Commerce Initiatives Likely To Highlight Q2
Forbes - 15 Aug 2017 23:30
Wal-Mart is scheduled to announce its fiscal second quarter results on Thursday, August 17. The company reported mixed fiscal first quarter results, as its bottom line beat analyst expectations but revenue missed.
Can Facebook's "Watch" Become An Effective Competitor To YouTube?
Forbes - 15 Aug 2017 23:24
As it consistently pushes video content on its platform, Facebook recently launched a new subsection on its website for viewing video shows called "Watch".
Seeking the Next Safe Haven
Wall Street Journal - 15 Aug 2017 23:03
When the world looks stormy, investors first reaction is to flock to the safety of American assets. But what will they do when the U.S. is where the tempest is brewing?
Stop Venezuela's Economic Death Spiral -- Dollarize, Now
Forbes - 15 Aug 2017 22:55
Venezuela's bolivar is worthless and its annual inflation rate is the world's highest: 1195%. Not surprisingly, Venezuelans get rid of bolivars like hot potatoes, replacing them with U.S. dollars. But, the question I am ...
Hedge funds break up with long-adored Apple, Facebook shares
livemint.com - 15 Aug 2017 22:04
Ken Griffin's Citadel sold 3.4 million shares of Apple, while Viking Global Investors, led by Andreas Halvorsen, shed 9.6 million shares of Facebook
The retail push into mutual funds
livemint.com - 15 Aug 2017 21:57
Four charts that examine the interest in mutual fund investments through the systematic investment plan (SIP) route
Fundraising via IPOs, QIPs poised to scale fresh peak in 2017
livemint.com - 15 Aug 2017 21:07
India's capital markets are expected to end the year with IPOs and QIPs adding up to Rs90,000-100,000 crore, an all-time high
Sharknado - SEC Targets Landsharks, Congress Those At Sea
Forbes - 15 Aug 2017 21:07
Why does retail fraud seem so rampant? One reason, is the Dodd-Frank Act. It directed the SEC to de-register small retail investment advisers - leaving responsibility for these providers to states - where oversight and e...
Buy Dividend Slashers Frank International And Oceaneering For A Wild Ride
Forbes - 15 Aug 2017 20:55
Money losing dividend slashers in out of favor industries make good contrarian investments. See how it works, and get two contrarian stock picks by reading more.
Warren Buffett Announces Surprise Buy, 5 Holding Increases For 2nd Quarter
Forbes - 15 Aug 2017 20:06
Also reiterates buy of STORE Capital and trims IBM, airlines
Consumers Keep Spending, but Not in Stores
Wall Street Journal - 15 Aug 2017 19:58
Solid retail sales at the national level aren't turning into gains for store-based retailers as Amazon and other online merchants continue to grab share in most categories.
Join Me For A Free Lunch
Forbes - 15 Aug 2017 19:58
Relative value investing can be helpful, but when everything looks expenses, rely on diversification.
What's the Best Kind of Deal for Fiat Chrysler?
Wall Street Journal - 15 Aug 2017 19:31
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles seems more likely to be broken up than sold to a Chinese company--and even a breakup is no sure bet.
Disney Dumps Netflix, So Should Investors
Forbes - 15 Aug 2017 19:29
Investors should capitalize on the opportunity provided by Disney's streaming service announcement and the market's overreaction to earnings. Buy into a great company at an attractive valuation (Disney) and sell an overv...
China's debt on a 'dangerous trajectory': IMF
livemint.com - 15 Aug 2017 19:28Off-price retailer TJX beats profit, sales estimates
CNBC - 15 Aug 2017 19:07
The owner of retail chains T.J. Maxx and Marshalls reported better-than-expected profit and sales on Tuesday as its discounts attracted shoppers.
Only Ten Dow Components With Recent Insider Buying, Disney is One of Them
Forbes - 15 Aug 2017 18:58
Within the 30 components of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, only ten companies have experienced such buying over the trailing six month period, one of which was Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS), where an investment totaling...
7 Steps to Take Before Buying Your First Home
Forbes - 15 Aug 2017 18:00Tesla Under Pressure from Cash Trouble and Questions About Model 3 Costs
Profit Confidential - 15 Aug 2017 17:23
The Tesla Model 3 Can't Justify Tesla Stock Price Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) closed the second quarter of 2017 with adjusted revenues of $2.79 billion. That's up some 135.1% from the previous year. At first glance, such res...