Burke Speaker

Investorplace Writer

Burke Speaker has been a journalist, writer and editor for the past 12 years, having worked at newspapers and magazines along the East Coast. His past writing has covered everything from health to business and finance to travel, the last of which he explores at TheTravellier.com.

Recent Articles

TWTR: Twitter’s Ali Rowghani Resigns as COO

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Twitter's (TWTR) Ali Towghani has resigned as the company's chief operating officer -- with no replacement set to be hired.

Amazon to Take On Angie’s List to Help You Find Local Services

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Amazon (AMZN) said it plans dive into the local services marketplace -- challenging established companies Angie's List and Yelp.

Ebay Denies It’s Shutting Down Same-Day Service

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Despite media reports, EBay (EBAY) said Tuesday it will not be halting its same-day service, but will be scaling back its plans for it.

Ulta Stocks Rises on Pretty Q1, Outlook

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Ulta (ULTA) saw its stock jump after the company's first-quarter earnings increased 19% from a year earlier.

CHS: Chico’s Gets a Boost From Takeover Rumors

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Acute rumors that Chico's (CHS) may be bought has boosted its stock today -- and if true would a boost for the US womenswear chain.

FRAN: Francesca’s Stock Tumbles on Disappointing Q1

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Retailer Francesca's (FRAN) is cutting its full-year forecast after disappointing Q1 results that led to a stock hit.

Kraft Raises Coffee Prices for Maxwell House, Yuban, Others

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Kraft (KRFT) has raised coffee prices for brands Maxwell House and Yaban -- following suit after JM Smucker did the same.

What Caused the Tracy Morgan Car Crash

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

A driver reportedly was dozing at the wheel turned himself in after causing an accident that killed one and left actor Tracy Morgan in critical condition.

The Verizon-Netflix Slow-Streaming War Heats Up

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

The Netflix (NFLX) and Verizon (VZ) battle is getting nastier -- with a war of words now entering the litigation arena.

RadioShack Hopes New Gadgets From Startups Will Get People in Door

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

RadioShack (RSH) is pushing to get gadgets and devices from startups into its stores.

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