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

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By John Kilhefner, Senior Managing Editor, Lango Franchise
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

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
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

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
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

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
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

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
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

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

Starbucks Corporation Espresso Cloud IPA: New Drink Is Coffee-Beer Mix

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Starbucks (SBUX) is launching a drink that mixes beer with an espresso. Here's what you should know about the Espresso Cloud, which was designed by an employee.

The Love Story Is Over for Twitter Inc (TWTR)

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Twitter has been abuzz with buyout talk, but that saga seems at an end as potential suitor Salesforce (CRM) announced TWTR isn't the "right fit."

Scientists: Great Barrier Reef Is ‘Almost Dead’

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Scientists have discovered that the Great Barrier Reef is "almost dead," stating that if it was a human, it'd be on life support right now.

Walt Disney Co, Dole Food Company Inc Team Up on Co-Branded Produce

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Disney and Dole have partnered up to release produce that includes themes surrounding both companies, including 'Star Wars' and Marvel characters.

JK Rowling Confirms There Will Be 5 ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Movies

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Harry Potter fans are in for a treat as author JK Rowling has confirmed that there will be more 'Fantastic Beasts' movies.

HP Layoffs: Up to 4,000 Job Cuts Planned

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
A new series of HP layoffs will have the company cutting up to 4,000 jobs over the next three years in an effort to reduce costs.

Hershey Co (HSY) CEO John Bilbrey to Retire Next Summer

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Hershey (HSY) Chairman, President and CEO John Bilbrey will be retiring next year and the company is already searching for his replacement.

New Tinder Smart Photos Helps Users Pick Best Selfies

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Tinder has created a feature called Smart Photos that examines swiping patterns to determine which ones of your photos will do the best.

Bomb Threat Closes Legoland Florida

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
A bomb threat has led to Legoland being closed in Florida. Here's what you need to know about the near bomb disaster in the Southern state.

Escaped Gorilla Was Captured at London Zoo

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
A gorilla that escaped a London zoo was eventually captured in a situation that some called was part of an uprising for Harambe.

Verizon Communications Inc. Closing Call Centers in 5 States

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Verizon (VZ) is closing call centers in five states after claiming it was not going to do this. The move will affect about 3,200 employees.

DeVry Education Group Inc Settles With U.S. Over Misleading Ads

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
DeVry University has managed to settle with the U.S. Department of Education on claims that the company’s ads misled students regarding job placement.
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