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Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN): Amazon Hiring 1,000 in Aurora

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) will be hiring 1,000 new employees in Aurora, Ill., to staff two new fulfillment centers in the state.

Apple Inc.’s (AAPL) Manufacturing Problem Is a Recipe for Political Poison

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Apple (AAPL) let the Mac Pro age generations behind the competition, and a "made in the USA" strategy may hold AAPL stock back.

This Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Moonshot Could Become Its Own Company

By Chris Katje, InvestorPlace Contributor
Google's Project Wing is already luring in some major players, which legitimize the technology and opportunity in Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) stock.

Nike Inc (NKE) Stock Soars on Q2 Earnings Beat

By John Kilhefner, Senior Managing Editor, Lango Franchise
Nike Inc (NKE) posted a solid beat on the top and bottom line, with analysts impressed by Nike's global growth. NKE stock is up 4%.

Exxon Mobil Corporation’s (XOM) Slow But Steady Pace

By Ryan Fuhrmann, InvestorPlace Contributor
Exxon has given XOM shareholders fantastic returns over the years, and the company generates as much annual profit as Bolivia reports in GDP each year.

6 Retailers Including Disney Agree to Ditch On-Call Scheduling

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Six retailers have agreed to ditch on-call scheduling, including Disney. Here's what you should know about the move, which is a result of unfair practices.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees for 2017: Tupac, Pearl Jam, More

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
The 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame list of inductees has been announced and it will include the likes of Pearl Jam, Tupac, Yes and others.

U.S. Facing Whipped Cream Shortage Ahead of Holidays

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
There is a whipped cream shortage in the U.S. as an Airgas explosion at an Airgas Inc facility in Florida led to a shortage of nitrous oxide.

CarMax, Inc Q3 Earnings: Why KMX Is Higher Today

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
CarMax, Inc shares were popping as the company reported its latest quarterly earnings results, which topped expectations for profit, while sales disappointed.

WBA, RAD, FRED: Walgreens Boot Alliance, Rite Aid Corporation Sell 865 Stores to Fred’s Inc.

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc (WBA) and Rite Aid Corporation (RAD) are selling 865 Rite Aide stores to Fred's, Inc. (FRED).

How to Play Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock Given Its EU Tax Bill Concern

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Apple Inc. is readying for a prolonged tax fight with the EU making AAPL stock less of a sure bet -- time to consider ETFs.

Burger King Will Give You a Free Whopper for Your Unwanted Gifts

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Burger King will give customers a free Whopper for their unwanted presents at select locations on the day after Christmas.

BlackBerry Ltd (BBRY) Bets Big on Self-Driving Cars With QNX Autonomous Vehicle Innovation Centre

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
BlackBerry (BBRY) stock soared as the Canadian Prime Minister joined BBRY to take the wraps off its QNX Autonomous Vehicle Innovation Centre.

8 Happy Hanukkah Images to Post on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
We have compiled some Happy Hanukkah images for you to share via social media. Here are eight you should check out and pass along to your friends.

Hanukkah 2016: Meaning, Traditions and Facts

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Hanukkah 2016 is almost upon us, coinciding with New Year's Eve to kick off the Jewish holiday, while ending on New Year's Day on this holiday period.

3 Reasons Why Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Rules the Cloud

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
For Microsoft (MSFT), success has been mostly about the cloud. And MSFT stock is likely to enjoy continued long-term gains.

Zsa Zsa Gabor Dead at 99: 9 Things to Remember About the Actress

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Hunarian actress Zsa Zsa Gabor has died at age 99. Here are nine things you should know about one of the most glamorous celebrities Hollywood has seen.

Word of the Year 2016: Merriam-Webster Picks ‘Surreal’

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
The Word of the Year 2016 has been chosen by Merriam-Webster, and it is "surreal," due to the unbelievable nature of this year's election.

Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA) Institutes ‘Supercharger Idle Fee’

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA) is adding a supercharging idle fee in an effort to stop customers from hogging the charging stations.
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