Market Insight

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Apple Inc’s Growth Prospects Look Exhausted

By Rohit Chhatwal
Apple faces a major headwind due to rapid consolidation within the smartphone industry in China. As the top 5 smartphone makers increase their market share, they are indulging in more aggressive pricing. This has negatively impacted Apple in mid-tier segment.

5 ‘Name Brand’ Stocks Getting Marked Down

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
These five big-brand stocks are feeling the pressure Friday, proving that even name brands can't escape the wrath of market volatility.

Ford Motor Company Stock Isn’t as Cheap as It Looks

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor
F stock is trading at a P/E of 6. Normally, that would make Ford a screaming buy, but there are reasons for caution.

Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc Stock a Bargain or a Big Trap?

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor
In March, short seller Spruce Point went after Kratos Defense & Security Solutions. Is its report credible, or will KTOS stock fly again?

American Airlines Group Inc Investors Have Much to Think About Headed Into Earnings

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
If you own American Airlines stock or are about to buy it, know that there's more to the AAL upcoming quarterly report than just the numbers.

Is Ambarella, Inc. All Hype or Is Its CV Chip All That?

By Chris Lau, InvestorPlace Contributor
Ambarella stock is stuck in a range until the company releases its CV1 chip to the market, which it is planning for later this year. As AMBA targets the security camera market and autonomous driving, revenue from chip sales could jump.

General Electric Company Earnings Show That GE Has Some Fight Left in It

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The GE earnings report Friday morning hints that the turnaround is taking hold, but a high-profile player like Warren Buffett has been conspicuously absent thus far.

Philip Morris International Inc.: An Industry Goes Up in Smoke

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
Investors are concerned that consumers worldwide may be losing their appetite for tobacco after Philip Morris International earnings disappointed.

Amazon.com, Inc. Is Changing How the Military Shops

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Department of Defense insists it will award its $10 billion cloud contract to a single vendor, and competitors are scrambling to head off Amazon.

The Real Threat To FedEx Corporation Is Not Amazon.com

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Despite a lot of buzz that Amazon.com will take on FedEx, it looks overblown. The real threat to FDX stock is likely to be a trade war.

No Reason to Rush Into Electronic Arts Inc. Stock

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor
There's a long-term bull case for Electronic Arts. But with near-term concerns ahead of earnings, there's no need to rush into EA stock.

PayPal Holdings Inc Is Steady, And That’s What You Need Right Now

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
PYPL stock is in a good spot. Digital payment services like PayPal are a very hot space now and will be for years to come.

5 TV Stocks That Netflix, Inc. Can’t Beat

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Cord cutting is a trend that continues to gain steam ... and yes, it has put lots of pressure on TV stocks. Yet there are some interesting value plays emerging.

Morgan Stanley Beats Big, But Market Is Unimpressed

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
Morgan Stanley delivered record-breaking stats for its recent Q1 earnings report, but the market isn't impressed with MS stock.

Bitcoin Bulls: Four Investors With Bold Predictions About Bitcoin’s Future

By Lucas Hahn, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bitcoin exploded in value during 2017 before falling 40%. Four investors with a track record of making bold predictions think bitcoin will soar in the years ahead - here's a look at what they have to say about it and other cryptocurrencies.

Think Twice Before Buying ConocoPhillips Ahead of Earnings

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor
ConocoPhillips stock has been on fire, as oil prices have been heading higher. But with earnings coming up, investors may want to think twice before buying COP stock. The fundamental situation for ConocoPhillips looks attractive, but the charts tell a different story.

United Continental Holdings Inc Stock Readies for Takeoff

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
United stock has gotten some lift from a good quarterly earnings result, but is it enough to get UAL out of a holding pattern?

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. Is in Big Big Big Trouble

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
With no growth catalysts and increased competition from online retailers like Amazon.com, Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. and BBBY stock is dead money and will be for a long time.

Is the Bad News Baked Into Wells Fargo & Co Stock?

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
The worst news appears to be in the rear-view mirror for Well Fargo & Co, which should help WFC stock as it drops steadily toward a better entry point.
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