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ECA Stock: Encana Corp (USA) Sells $1B in Shares to Increase Oil Output

By John Kilhefner, Senior Managing Editor, Lango Franchise Sep 20, 2016

Encana (ECA) is down on news that it is selling a billion worth in shares to boost its drilling operations in the United States' largest oil field.

Uncle Carl Bails on Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK) — Should We Care?

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 20, 2016

After years of holding CHK stock, Carl Icahn partially bailed. But that shouldn't sway investors on holding Chesapeake Energy or not.

Kmart Corporation Stores Closing List for 2016

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Sep 19, 2016

Kmart (SHLD) announced that it is closing 64 stores by the end of the year in 28 states. Here's a list of the stores that will shut down.

McDonald’s Corporation May Owe EU $500 Million in Back Taxes

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Sep 19, 2016

McDonald's (MCD) may be on the hook for $500 million in back taxes it owes the European Union (EU). Here's what you need to know about the situation.

Red Hot Chili Peppers Announce 2017 Tour Dates

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Sep 19, 2016

The Red Hot Chili Peppers have announced their tour dates for 2017, which begins in San Antonio January 5. Here's what you should know about it.

Alabama Pipeline Leak: What to Know on East Coast Gas Shortage, Prices

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Sep 19, 2016

An Alabama pipeline leak is causing a gas shortage in the East Coast, which has raised gas prices in the Southern state and adjacent states.

Carnival Corp Creates Original TV Shows for ABC, NBC and The CW

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Sep 19, 2016

Carnival Corp (CCL) will be launching new travel shows featuring its cruise ships on three different networks starting on Oct. 1.

Sanofi SA (ADR) (SNY) Sues Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) Over Multiple Patent Infringements

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Sep 19, 2016

Sanofi (SNY) is suing Merck (MRK) for what it claims are several instances of patent infringement connected to its diabetes drug Lantus.

Why the Recent Volatility Is a GOOD Thing

By InvestorPlace Research Staff Sep 19, 2016

Volatility may be stressful for investors, but it's not all bad when the VIX goes haywire. Keep an eye out for deals.

Kohl’s Corporation Hiring 69,000 Workers for 2016 Holiday Season (KSS)

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Sep 19, 2016

Kohl's (KSS) is looking to hire 69,000 employees for the 2016 holiday season and it has already started employing seasonal workers.

Talk Like a Pirate to Get Free Krispy Kreme Donuts Today

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Sep 19, 2016

Today is Talk Like a Pirate Day and Krispy Kreme (KKD) is offering free donuts to customers that dress and talk like pirates.

Infoblox Inc (BLOX) Pops on $1.6B Vista Equity Buyout

By John Kilhefner, Senior Managing Editor, Lango Franchise Sep 19, 2016

Inloblox Inc (NYSE:BLOX) is returning to the private market in a deal by Vista Equity Partners that values BLOX stock at $1.6 billion.

S&P 500: Interest Rates Are Just an Excuse

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Sep 19, 2016

The S&P 500 and other U.S. stock indices are hanging by a thread -- but not the thread you think it is. In fact, THAT thread is just an excuse.

Teen Sues Parents for Posting Childhood Pictures on Facebook, Inc.

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Sep 16, 2016

An 18-year-old in Austria is suing her parents for posting more than 500 baby images of her without her consent. Here's what you should know.

Walt Disney Co Denies Zika Is Hurting Theme Park Attendance

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Sep 16, 2016

Disney has refuted claims that the spread of the Zika virus will have a considerable effect on its Florida theme parks, despite an analyst's note.

McDonald’s Corporation Opens Paris Location That Doesn’t Serve Burgers

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Sep 16, 2016

McDonald's has launched a new, upscale restaurant in Paris that sells plenty of sweets and coffee. However, the restaurant doesn't serve burgers or fries.