Karl Utermohlen

InvestorPlace Writer

Recent Articles

M&A Rumors: Is H&R Block (HRB) Planning to Sell Itself?

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 12, 2016

Following an underwhelming few years, H&R Block (HRB) is potentially looking for a buyer to take over the tax preparation services company.

3 Stocks to Watch Friday: Acacia Communications, Inc. (ACIA), BlackBerry Ltd (BBRY) and Ruby Tuesday, Inc. (RT)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 12, 2016

Acacia Communications (ACIA) is sprinting out of the blocks and BlackBerry (BBRY) is up on an upgrade, but Ruby Tuesday (RT) is sliding thanks to an earnings miss and restaurant closures.

Panera Kids Meals to Be ‘Clean’ by Sept. 7

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 11, 2016

Panera Bread Co (NASDAQ:PNRA) is challenging rivals in the food industry to offer healthier products for children. The initiative is called “Kids Meal Promise” and…

Google Fiber Wants to Test Wireless Home Internet in 24 Cities

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 11, 2016

Alphabet is testing Google Fiber in 24 U.S. locations, including 12 cities. The company will test for radio broadcasting interference and more.

MTV VMAs 2016: Rihanna to Receive Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 11, 2016

Rihanna will receive a special honor at the VMAs in the form of the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award, honoring excellence in music, videos and more.

Swedish Fish Oreos Are Now a Thing

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 11, 2016

Nabisco is launching Swedish Fish Oreos--perhaps the strangest flavor yet of the popular cookie snack. The filling will be red and briny.

Millions of VW Cars at Risk of Unlocking Hack

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 11, 2016

A security flaw in millions of Volkswagen (VW) vehicles released since 1995 exposes them to hackers who can tap into these vehicles using cheap technology.

Microsoft Buys Game-Streaming Service Beam

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 11, 2016

Microsoft has acquired video gaming service Beam for an undisclosed price. The service allows for interaction between gamers and viewers.

3 Stocks to Watch on Thursday: Kohl’s Corporation (KSS), Himax Technologies, Inc. (ADR) (HIMX) and Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 11, 2016

Kohl's (KSS) and Himax Technologies (HIMX) are up on Street-beating earnings, while Chesapeake Energy (CHK) is getting a boost from exiting a shale position.

RIP John Saunders: 12 Things to Remember ESPN Sportscaster By

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 10, 2016

Long-time ESPN personality John Saunders has died at age 61. Here are 12 things to remember the 30-year sportscaster by, including his athletic past.