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4 Retail Stocks That Will Make It or Break It in 2017

Target, Big Lots, Sears and Macy's are all retailers moving into focus this year as they teeter on the edge of success and failure.

3 Risks That Could Crater the Snapchat IPO

Sure, the Snapchat IPO will be red hot, but there are still risks. Here’s a look at three that could tank the offering.

CVS Health Corp (CVS) to Sell Cheaper Generic Version of EpiPen

CVS Health Corp (CVS) has announced that it is now selling a generic version of EpiPen that is much cheaper than the name brand.

Cigna Corporation (CI) Stops Covering EpiPen by Mylan NV (MYL)

Cigna Corporation (CI) will no longer be covering the expensive EpiPen made by Mylan NV (MYL) now that a generic version is available.

Taco Bell Debuts Fried Chicken Taco Shell

Taco Bell, which is owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM), is introducing a fried chicken taco shell to customers on Jan. 26.

Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) Q4 Earnings: 14 Things to Know

Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) released its earnings report for the fourth quarter of 2016 on Thursday and matched analysts' estimates.

Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA) Gigafactory to Feature World’s Largest Solar Rooftop

Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA) is planning to have the world's largest solar rooftop on its upcoming gigafactory location at 70 MW.

3 Companies The Coca-Cola Co (KO) Should Buy in 2017

Soft drink giant Coca-Cola should continue to make acquisitions like FIZZ, MNST and PRMW to continue its diversification push.

Walgreens to Offer FedEx Dropoff and Pickup

Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc (WBA) is going to start offering FedEx Corporation (FDX) dropoff and pickup at some of its stores.

Boeing Layoffs 2017: Boeing Co (BA) Warns of Job Cuts, Buyouts

Boeing Co (BA) is planning to lay off engineering employees in the first part of 2017 due to cost cuts and lower aircraft sales.

Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) Brings Taco Bell Back to China

Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) is testing the waters with a new Taco Bell location in Shanghai before a larger expansion in the country.

The Amazon.com, Inc (AMZN) Prime Card Just Got Better

Amazon (AMZN) has offered its Prime credit card for a while now, but it's increasing the cashback rate from 3% to 5% -- a boon for Amazon Prime.

Auto Stocks Have a Lot to Lose Under Trump

The auto industry has a lot to lose if forced to choose between a harsh 35% tax from President-elect Trump or to build only in America.

Walmart Layoffs 2017: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) Plans Imminent Job Cuts

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is reportedly planning to lay off hundreds of its human resource employees in the very near future.

J M Smucker Co (SJM) Announces Coffee Price Increases for Dunkin’ Donuts, Folgers

J M Smucker Co (SJM) is increasing the list price of certain coffees that it sells due to sustained increases in green coffee costs.

General Electric Company (GE) Has Reached Peak Immelt

It may be time for General Electric (GE) shareholders seeking superior returns to bail on long-time GE CEO Jeff Immelt.

All 8 Monopoly Tokens Could Change Based on Internet Votes

Monopoly is launching a new version of the game called Token Madness that will include some tokens that will be decided based on Internet votes.

Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) May Unplug Heavy Unlimited Data Users

Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) has announced that users who grandfathered its unlimited data plans may lose their service if they exceed a certain limit.

Starbucks Evenings Are a No-Go: Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) Discontinues Failed Alcohol Test

Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) has announced that it is putting an end to its Starbucks Evenings program that served alcohol.