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

Barbie Is the Hottest Christmas Toy of 2013, But Will It Boost Mattel Stock?

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

With no real "hot, must-have" toys for 2013, the toy of choice seems to be Barbie, a dated Mattel (MAT) favorite that is poised to make a comeback.

As Walmart iPhone 5 Price Wows, Check Out These 3 Gadget Price Drops

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

The Walmart iPhone 5C price is just one price drop gaining buzz from shoppers. Check out the top three gadget price reductions here.

NRF – Northstar Realty Finance Boasts Huge Dividend AND Huge 2013 Gains

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Northstar Realty Finance (NRF) has not only had a big year -- but a huge boom for its dividends, which has caused NRF stock to jump.

The Top 5 States to Retire to With Low Taxes

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Retirement means relaxing and not having to worry about money: These are the best states to retire to with low taxes.

FB vs. TWTR: Twitter Ad Model Catches Facebook Off Guard

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

A new ad rollout by Twitter (TWTR) that allows advertisers to target mobile users based on how engage online on desktops catches Facebook (FB) off guard.

Google Drive Update – 3 Things You Need to Know

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

On Monday, Google (GOOG) updated Google Drive -- its cloud storage and document synchronization app. Here are three things you need to know about it.

New Lululemon CEO Announced, Chip Wilson Steps Down as Chairman

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Lululemon (LULU) founder Chip Wilson is stepping down as chairman as the company is also announcing a new LULU CEO.

Auto Industry Bailout – Government Waves Good-Bye to Remaining GM Stock Stake

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

The US government has sold its last shares in General Motors (GM) stock -- formally ending the US government bailout of the automaker.

Why Shares of TWTR Stock Jumped Double-Digits

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

The most recent advertising success from Twitter (TWTR) have given TWTR stock a needed boost, as investors provide the biggest lift since its IPO.

Move Over TSLA & SCTY – Plug Power Is About to Turn a Profit

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

A lesser-known alternative energy stock -- Plug Power (PLUG) -- stole the stock spotlight last week, booming 175% in the past five days.

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