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Alphabet Inc. Has a Pot of Gold Waiting in Its Nest

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Truth be told, Nest doesn't impact GOOGL stock much either way - yet. But give Google's smart-home project a few years and it could be huge for Alphabet stock. Investors in Google stock shouldn't let tepid numbers now keep their eyes from the pot of gold that awaits.

Spotify Technology SA’s Earnings Are Off-Key — Stay Away

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
There was quite a bit of hoopla with last month’s IPO of Spotify. But things have cooled off for SPOT since then. And yes, with the first earnings report, there continues to be more volatility.

Pfizer Inc. Is Stuck in a Trading Range – for Now

By Chris Lau, InvestorPlace Contributor
PFE's latest quarterly earnings report neither inspired nor scared investors away. Pfizer stock is an income play for now. But PFE stock's value will grow as sales of the 25 to 30 new drugs it has in the approval pipeline ramp up in the years ahead.

You Can Do Way Better Than MasterCard Inc Stock in the Card Sector

By Will Healy, InvestorPlace Contributor
MasterCard stock beat revenue and earnings estimates, but higher valuations on MA stock make MA expensive compared to its peers.

Monster Beverage Corp Looks Risky with Margins on Watch

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst
MNST stock is priced for continued margin expansion, but margin growth going forward will be held back by higher material costs and an adverse sales mix.

Why You’re Right to Be Worried About the Stock Market Today

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
There is a recession coming, and the reason is the tax cut. Businesses invest because they see opportunity, not cash on their books.

Stagnant Revenues Continue to Hamper the Growth of Pfizer Inc.

By Will Healy, InvestorPlace Contributor
PFE stock fell as the company reported better-than-expected earnings, but stagnant revenue continues to hurt Pfizer stock.

Q1 Earnings Confirm That Under Armour Inc Stock Is a Loser

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst
Nothing in the first quarter earnings report implies that UAA stock is in the middle of a massive turnaround that will send shares higher.

Fitbit Inc Could Soar If Q1 Earnings Bring Home the Goods

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
Long-embattled Fitbit stock could potentially take advantage of low expectations by delivering a solid Q1 earnings report. Since Q4 2016, it seems FIT has found its bottom. Now the markets seem tired of Fitbit, giving long-term investors a chance to sneak out some profits.

3 Reasons Verizon Communications Inc. Stock Owners Need Not Sweat the T-Mobile/Sprint Deal

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Verizon stock may be down in the wake of the T-Mobile/Sprint merger, but that pairing isn't actually a threat to the nation's biggest wireless player.

Glu Mobile Inc. Earnings: Here’s Why Q1 Doesn’t Matter

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
GLUU stock has a much-anticipated Q1 earnings report ahead, but the results aren’t what drives sentiment for this company.

The Athletic Apparel Trend Buoying Nike Inc Stock Isn’t Exactly Rock-Solid

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Interest in Nike stock following the recent HSBC upgrade? That's fine. Just know what you're getting yourself into before pulling the trigger.

Volatility Is Back! Here’s How to Survive

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Market volatility has returned and is rattling investors. Here are some strategies to diversify your portfolio to survive market volatility.

The Good and the Bad News With Biogen Inc Earnings Results

By Chris Lau, InvestorPlace Contributor
Even before Biogen's quarterly report, BIIB stock sank after a series of disappointing clinical results. Investors have to weigh in the good and the bad developments ahead.

Is Whirlpool Corporation Stock a Value Buy or Value Trap?

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Whirlpool hasn’t traded this low since February 2016. Is WHR stock ready to rebound, or is it heading even lower?

Johnson & Johnson Facing 3 Important Risks in Coming Year

By Lucas Hahn, InvestorPlace Contributor
Johnson & Johnson stock is down more than 8% year-to-date. JNJ recently posted its QI results, beating on earnings and revenue. But Amazon, government action on drug prices and potential opioid liabilities could pose challenges for JNJ stock in the coming year.

Be Careful Buying Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co Stock

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
HPE has had a pretty good year, as seen with its quarterly report. But investors should be cautious. The company faces some tough challenges.

The Amazon.com, Inc. Stock Price Is Based on Belief, Not Numbers

By Will Healy, InvestorPlace Contributor
As for the question of should I buy Amazon, AMZN stock continues defying gravity as AMZN beats estimates and Amazon stock continues attracting buyers with the powerful but dangerous psychology driving the equity.

A New Report May Signal the End of Explosive Smartphone Sales Growth

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
China’s smartphone market dropped 21% in Q1, hitting 2013 sales levels in its largest ever quarterly decline. This could mark the end of explosive smartphone sales growth as another market reaches maturity.
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