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M&A News: Xerox Corp (XRX) Rejects RR Donnelley & Sons Co (RRD) Deal

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jul 15, 2016

Xerox has rejected a merger offer from RR Donnelley on grounds that it's more risky than its own plans to split the company.

3 Media Stocks Adapting to Survive (CBS DIS FOX)

By Profit Scanner Jul 15, 2016

As the desire for high-quality content continues to grow, it’s a good time to check in on some of the top media stocks to buy.

AMZN Stock: This Consumer Spending Shift Is Only Sparing Amazon.com, Inc.

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jul 15, 2016

Amazon.com (AMZN) has proven to be an exception to the new norm of consumer spending ... memories over physical goods.

National Ice Cream Day: Where to Get Free Ice Cream

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jul 14, 2016

Sunday is National Ice Cream Day, and there are a number of chains offering free ice cream this weekend, starting with Uber's Friday delivery deal.

Emmy Nominees 2016: See the Complete List

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jul 14, 2016

The selection of Emmy nominees for 2016 have been announced, and the pack is being led by 'Game of Thrones,' which has the most nominations

The Time Inc. Shakeup: 5 Things to Know

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jul 13, 2016

Time Inc has announced a shakeup that will redesign the way the company is structured, designed to unleash the company's earning potential.

Shake Shack Inc: SHAK Stock Pops on McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Buyout Chatter

By John Kilhefner, Senior Managing Editor, Lango Franchise Jul 13, 2016

The rumor mill is churning again, this time with chatter of McDonald's buying out Shake Shack. It could happen, but I wouldn't hold my breath until then.

FTC Fines Warner Bros. Over Paid Game Reviews

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jul 12, 2016

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is fining Warner Bros. over paid game reviews that were not properly advertised as being hired pitches.

Lloyds Banking Group PLC (ADR): LYG Stock Surges 5% on Cost Cuts

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jul 12, 2016

Beleaguered British bank Lloyds Banking Group PLC (ADR) (LYG) is racing to pare expenses on rate cut fears, and the market approves.

Don’t Trust New Highs From Nasdaq, Record Highs From S&P 500

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jul 12, 2016

The Nasdaq, Dow and the S&P 500 have all been amazingly bullish of late, but there's something not quite right about this strength.

Minimum Wage News: 6 Things to Know About the JPMorgan Chase & Co. Pay Raise

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jul 12, 2016

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has announced that the company will be increasing the minimum wage for its employees in 2016.

AMZN Stock: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) Isn’t Even on Amazon.com, Inc.’s Radar

By Greg Gambone, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 12, 2016

Walmart is trying to lure consumers away from AMZN Prime Day with its own two-day shipping, but WMT's e-commerce presence is insignificant.

Faceoff: SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) vs. PowerShares QQQ Trust (QQQ)

By David Fabian, FMD Capital Management Jul 12, 2016

While both SPY and QQQ are great for wide exposure, which one should you choose? The answer may lie in your appetite for risk.

Cow Appreciation Day: How to Get Free Chick-fil-A on July 12

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jul 11, 2016

Tomorrow is Cow Appreciation Day, which mens you can get free Chick-fil-A if you dress up like a cow. Wearing cow accessories works too.

Black Friday in July: Target, Sears, More Offer Big Deals on Amazon Prime Day

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jul 11, 2016

Several retailers, including Target and Sears, are offering deals to compete against Amazon Prime Day, which is July 12.

Box Office Recap: ‘The Secret Life of Pets’ Dominates

By John Kilhefner, Senior Managing Editor, Lango Franchise Jul 11, 2016

The summer box office is going to have a hard time keeping up with last summer, but thanks to "The Secret Life of Pets" and a few holdovers, the numbers came in stronger than expected.