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10 Blue Chips With Fat Stacks of Cash to Spend

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
These blue chips are set apart from the pack thanks to gigantic cash hoards that give them outstanding flexibility. Here's a look at these winners and some options for spending that dough.

Iconic “Wall Street Week” Finds New Home on Fox Business

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer
Fox Business Network will launch a new investment program, Wall Street Week, on Friday, March 18. Co-hosted by FBN contributors Anthony Scaramucci and Gary Kaminsky,…

Negative Interest Rates? No Problem for Gold (GLD)

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Gold should thrive as Central Banks push yields negative, making it a smart play in these uncertain markets.

7 St. Patrick’s Day Images to Post on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
St. Patrick's Day is quickly approaching and we have compiled seven of the best St Patrick's Day images to celebrate the Irish holiday this week.

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.: Could AMD Stock Actually Be Cool?

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Advanced Micro Devices has had a tough time, but the situation may get better as the growing VR trend could buoy AMD stock.

Sony to Pay $750 Million for Michael Jackson’s Stake in Music Catalog

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Sony has agreed to pay Michael Jackson's stake in music for a staggering $750 million. $733 million will net the company 50% of the musician's stake.

Alaska Airlines to Stick With Frequent Flier Miles

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Alaska Airlines is sticking with its frequent fliers program, rewarding customers who spend more on their flights at a higher rate than other airlines.

Jacqueline Moore Added to WWE Hall of Fame

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Jacqueline Moore has been added to the WWE Hall of Fame. She will be the eighth female performer to be immortalized when the April ceremony occurs.

Amazon.com, Inc. Wants to Patent Pay-by-Selfie

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Amazon has filed a patent for a system that would allow users to complete their online transactions with a photo or video selfie.

Facebook Inc (FB) Vs. Snapchat: The Battle for Millennials

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Snapchat remains a danger for Facebook stock among younger users. But FB is still making deals, including an interesting purchase of Masquerade.

What’s Causing the Oil Market’s “Weird” Reactions?

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
The oil market has been having some unexpected reactions lately. So if you're brave enough to consider getting in now, how should you play it?

Nestle Recalls Some Lean Cuisine, DiGiorno and Stouffer’s

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Nestle issued a voluntary recall of some DiGiorno, Lean Cuisine, and Stouffer’s products, including several of its frozen pizzas and raviolis.

Ford Motor Company (F) and General Motors Company (GM): The Battle for the Future

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
When it comes to driverless cars and other new technology, Ford and General Motors may turn into the surprise standouts.

‘Pawn Stars’ Chumlee Arrested on Drug, Gun Charges

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
'Pawn Stars' personality Chumlee has been arrested on weapon and drug charges in Las Vegas. Police found methamphetamine, marijuana and firearms.

Ben & Jerry’s Homemade, Inc. Adds 3 New Flavors

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Ben & Jerry's is adding Brownie Batter, Cookies & Cream Cheesecake and Coconuts for Caramel core ice creams to its offerings.

Home Depot to Pay $19 Million to Settle Data Breach Lawsuit

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Home Depot has agreed to pay a sum of $19.5 million to settle a lawsuit regarding a 2014 data breach that exposed consumer credit card data.

LinkedIn Corp: LNKD Stock Is Short-Worthy Still

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
About a month ago, LinkedIn stock suffered a tremendous plunge, and even though LNKD stock has had a bit of a comeback, it appears to be a broken growth story.

RIP George Martin: 5 Things to Know About the Beatles Producer

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Beatles producer George Martin has passed away at age 90. Here are five things to know about the man often referred to as the fifth Beatle.

Apple Inc.: Gauging India’s Emerging Smartphone Market (AAPL)

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers
India offers a huge growth opportunity for smartphone makers like AAPL, but Apple's current products may not match the market.
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