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

AMZN: Amazon Says It’s NOT Planning Free Streaming Service

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Mar 28, 2014

Despite online rumors to the contrary, Amazon (AMZN) on Friday announced that it would not offer free streaming media service.

Walmart Sues Visa for $5B Over Excessive Card Fees

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Mar 28, 2014

Walmart (WMT) is hoping to roll back some of the credit card fees it's charged by suing Visa (V) for $5 billion.

‘Burger King Baby’ Reunited With Biological Mom After Facebook Post

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Mar 26, 2014

The woman known as the Burger King Baby -- after being abandoned in a Burger King (BKW) 27 year ago -- was reunited with her birth mother.

WAG: Walgreen Closing 76 Locations, Opening Others

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Mar 25, 2014

As part of a plan to save $50 million annually, Walgreen Co. (WAG) is closing some 76 unprofitable stores while opening others in emerging markets.

SONC: Sonic Stock Soars on Earnings Beat

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Mar 25, 2014

Sonic stock (SONC) is flying high after the drive-in restaurant chain beat analyst expectations in its second quarter earnings report.