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Bank of America Stock Is in Trouble Under Trump

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bank of America stock previously enjoyed a “Trump boost,” but the President is now a liability due to ineffective policies that ignore a lot of key pieces of the economy.

How to Read a Company’s Profit and Loss Statement

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer
A profit and loss statement (or income statement) breaks out revenue, often by segment, and then costs, and subtracts the two to get profit, which we all know is the same thing as earnings. But here's how you can dive deeper.

3 Reasons Why Walmart Stock Still Has More Upside

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
During the latest quarterly report, Walmart posted sizzling numbers. And yes, the stock price spiked. But this move is probably not the end of the bull run. The company has 3 major catalysts propelling it forward.

Here’s What Blockchain Technology Means for IBM Stock

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
IBM has definitely struggled for some time, et there could be an opportunity for investing in IBM stock. The company is making heavy investments in emerging technologies like blockchain.

Bitcoin Is Still a Speculative Asset, Not a Currency

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
American regulators' interest in bitcoin has offset China's crackdown, giving hope that it might become a real currency. But for now, bitcoin is still a speculative asset.

How Do Equity Classes Affect Investors?

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Equity classes are a way for a company’s management to have voting control. This in turn, will promote the long-term growth of the a company ... or so the thought behind it goes.

AMD Stock Is Expensive, But It’s Still a Better Buy Than Intel

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
When it comes to AMD vs. Intel, Intel has usually been the winner. But things have changed during the past year. If anything, AMD could make serious inroads in Intel’s core data center business.

Can the Longest-Ever Bull Market Keep Going?

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
A look at the treasuries suggests that the good times are not over for the stock market yet, and you should ride this bull market.

3 Earnings Reports to Watch Next Week

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor
Investors need to pay close attention to these 3 earnings reports next week -- even if they don't own the stocks.

Can Starbucks Stock Get to $100?

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Starbucks is experiencing serious headwinds to its growth at the moment, putting a damper on SBUX stock. Can it rebound?

Momo Earnings Hint at Huge China Stock Reversal

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst
Momo Inc's stock is rallying after strong second-quarter numbers, a sign that investor appetite for MOMO stock and China tech stocks are rebounding.

Is Microsoft Stock a Buy? Free Cash Flow Gives Us the Answer

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
MSFT stock is currently valued the same as Church & Dwight, a sleepy consumer staples company. That's the first clue you might wait for a better entry point.

Staying Ahead of the Curve Keeps Roku Stock Growing Strong

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Since its IPO, Roku stock has been a start performer. Then again, the company keeps posting strong growth. And there are few signs that things will slowdown anytime soon.

The S&P 500 Hit All-Time Highs, But Will the Rally Continue?

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst
The S&P 500 just notched a new all-time high, and presently strong fundamentals imply more new highs by the end of the year.

7 Athletes Turned Professional Investors

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Some estimates suggest near-80% of NFL players go broke within three years of retiring. These seven athlete investors have beaten the odds by transitioning into savvy investors in their post-athletic careers.

The One Reason Investors Shouldn’t Short Snap Stock

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bears have more than enough reasons to short SNAP stock, but there's one reason to dissuade them from this possibly painful mistake.

Microsoft Stock: 3 Numbers Actually Worth Paying Attention To

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer
MSFT stock continues to look solid, with a growing cloud business, decent dividend, and double-digit growth. These metrics, by and large, support a story of continued growth for the big-name tech company.

What Does Trump’s Attack on the Fed Mean for Markets?

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor
President Donald Trump once again has criticized the Federal Reserve for raising rates. But the Fed's independence and the lack of a clear policy from the White House suggest that investors shouldn't overreact.

3 Pros, 3 Cons for Beleaguered General Electric Stock

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
The implosion of GE has been stunning. The former American icon has become marginalized. The new CEO, John Flannery, has been making some smart moves, but is it time to buy GE stock? Here's a look at three pros and three cons.
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