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Can Paypal Holdings Inc (PYPL) Stock Weather This Storm?

PayPal stock has had a rocky ride lately due to intense competition. But PYPL may also feel the pressure on margins from its recent deals with Visa and MasterCard.

Tesla Motors Inc: Elon Musk Is No Jeff Bezos (TSLA)

Elon Musk is no Donald Trump. But he's no Jeff Bezos, either. Wait for Tesla to prove itself before buying TSLA stock.

Twitter Inc May Have Found Its Saving Grace (TWTR)

While Twitter stock investors are worrying about a buyout, TWTR may have quietly found a major long-term growth source.

Is Comcast Corporation (CMCSA) Stock Rolling Over?

Comcast stock includes a combination of programming and cable assets. But are CMCSA's cable assets worth what the market claims?

This Is the Biggest Risk for Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Earnings

Microsoft reports earnings Oct. 20, and analysts are optimistic. But LinkedIn, which reports Nov. 3, casts a shadow over MSFT stock.

PepsiCo, Inc. to Cut Sugar, Fat and Salt From Its Products

Pepsi announced plans to cut sugar, fat and salt from its products in an effort to combat obesity in the U.S. and abroad. Here's what you should know.

Target Corporation Pulls Clown Masks Due to Creepy Sightings

Target (TGT) has announced that it is pulling clown masks from its shelves following the country's uproar over creepy clowns haunting people.

VA Rocket Launch 2016: 7 Things to Know

The VA rocket launch will take place at 7:40 p.m. ET, delivering plenty of cargo to the International Space Station. Here's what you should know.

Walgreens Boots to Offer In-Store Pickup for Online Purchases

Walgreens has announced that it is offering in-store pickup for online purchase through its Ship to Store program. Here's what you should know.

Black Friday 2016: Macy’s Inc WILL Be Open on Thanksgiving

Macy's (M) is still planning to open on Thanksgiving Day and will do it earlier to draw customers in for Black Friday.

BMY Stock: Don’t Try to Catch This Falling Knife … Yet

Bristol-Myers (BMY) stock is a hot mess right now, but it still has long-term value in its cancer drug pipeline.

TSLA News: Tesla Motors Inc, Panasonic Corporation (ADR) Team Up on Solar Panels

Tesla (TSLA) and Panasonic (PCRFY) are planning to work together on solar panels with the help of a SolarCity (SCTY) facility.

Is the eBay Inc (EBAY) Stock Rally Built to Last?

In the last couple months, eBay stock logged a gain of over 40%, and with a focus on new technologies, EBAY earnings could surprise.

PTC Therapeutics, Inc. (PTCT) Stock Tanks 30% After FDA Denies Its Appeal

PTCT stock suffered a heavy blow today, which came after the FDA denied PTC Therapeutics' appeal concerning its muscular dystrophy drug.

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) CEO to Retire

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Chairman and CEO Doug Oberhelman has announced that he will be retiring in the Spring of next year.

Alphabet Inc – Google News Debuts ‘Fact Check’ Feature

Google News is launching a 'Fact Check' feature designed to help debunk certain claims, while maintaining articles in line with the truth.

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Wellness Day: Free Check-Ups, Flu Shots Oct. 15

Walmart Wellness Day is on Oct. 15, and you can get free flu shots, blood pressure check-ups and more as long as you show up early to a store.

Taco Bell Corp. Debuts 4 Sleek New Restaurant Redesigns

Taco Bell has released four new restaurant redesigns that were first teased in May, including Urban Edge, Modern Explorer, California Sol and Heritage.

Industry Pessimism Hits the ‘Big Four’ Bank Stocks

Amid scandals and growing pessimism, the "big four" bank stocks face one of their biggest challenges yet ahead of earnings season.