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Bad Monetizing Decisions Hamstrung Electronic Arts Inc. Stock

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
EA has been a top performer on Wall Street – until recently. It appears that the company has gone way too far on its monetization efforts. And going forward, it could mean a slowing top-line.

3 Reasons Why Investors Should Avoid Twitter Inc Stock

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
During the latest earnings report, Twitter had a good showing. But since then, the shares have given up some of the gains. And yes, this is a danger sign. TWTR really does have some fundamental issues – which have yet to be solved.

Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Stock Is Getting Some Cloud Magic

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
GOOGL stock remains a good value as Google shows that its cloud market segment is getting some traction as well.

International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) Still Flawed

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
International Business Machines Corp. is doing better than it has in years, but IBM remains a fundamenally flawed company.

Don’t Ride The General Motors Company Stock Price Without a Parachute

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
The GM stock price is enjoying an unprecedented swing higher, but General Motors itself has too many fundamental flaws.

Despite the Hype, Virtual Reality Does Not Matter For Facebook Inc Stock

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook's $2 billion Oculus VR deal has not panned out. That doesn't matter much for FB stock, which has many other catalysts

Nike (NKE) Stock Is Hurting, but for a Very Basic Reason

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
Although guidance, e-commerce rivals and the political climate are unfavorable to Nike stock, its volatility has a more basic explanation.

I Hate GoPro (GPRO) Stock, but Here’s How It Can Beat the Odds!

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
GoPro stock has the ability to be great again, but it will require new thinking and pushing the company out of its comfort zone.

What You Need to Know About Bitcoin Taxes

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
Here's a broad overview of what you need to know about Bitcoin taxes, and the future implications of virtual currencies.

Target (TGT) Stock Just Got a Lot More Difficult to Handicap

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
If you own, or plan to buy, TGT stock, here are some things to think about regarding the company's two most recent, aggressive initiatives.

Mad About Your Loss in Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) Stock? Don’t Sue!

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
AAOI stock tanked when AMZN left, but Applied Optoelectronics' shareholders suing the company are wasting their time.

The Whole General Electric (GE) Dividend Story in One Chart

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
GE is slowly deteriorating, putting the General Electric stock dividend in jeopardy. Here's what has to happen before worries becomes reality.

Baidu Inc (ADR) (BIDU) Stock Surging on Technology Advances

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
During the past couple years, Baidu (BIDU) went through a rough patch. But now it looks like the company’s restructuring is getting results.

Is It Finally Time to Ditch Starbucks Corp. (NASDAQ:SBUX)?

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
Starbucks is losing its luster, facing challenges in both the U.S. and a China market where it hopes to double sales by 2021.

Shopify Inc. (SHOP) Still Has Plenty of Room to Run

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Shopify started as a small business and quickly turned into a tech powerhouse. SHOP has a very high valuation, but growth should continue.

Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Needs to Quit Picking Fights and Focus!

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Investors should question some of the recent decision-making at Alphabet Inc and how it could harm GOOGL stock.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock: Buy on the Pullback?

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
AAPL stock has hit a rough patch lately, but this could provide a good entry point. The iPhone X looks like a standout and demand is strong.

Juno Therapeutics Inc (JUNO): 3 Reasons to Be Bullish

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
After several years of listlessness, Juno shares have come to life. Of course, the catalyst was Gilead's mega deal for Kite. But there are some other things to consider, such as the pipeline and strong finances.

Is Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) Dip a Tech Buying Opportunity?

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
If tech does go into a bear market it will take the stock market, and possibly the U.S. economy, down with it.
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