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Star Wars Day: Will the Force Be With Walt Disney Co? (DIS)

Disney's ESPN business has challenges, but DIS already prices this in; and DIS shows signs of stabilization as well as a reasonable valuation.

Chesapeake Energy Corporation: CHK May Be Mastering Its Debt

All that matters for CHK stock is going to be that debt number this earnings report ... and Chesapeake Energy may just deliver.

Teachers’ Day 2016: How to Get Free Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc., Chick-Fil-A, Inc.

Today, May 3, 2016, is Teachers' Day and it offers educators free food and special deals at some restaurants across the U.S.

Foster Poultry Farms Chicken Nuggets Recall: What to Know

A Foster Farms chicken nuggets recall affecting 220,450 pounds of food has been announce due to plastic and rubber found in the products.

The “Smart Money” Latches on to Yelp Inc (YELP)

Yelp got a boost from Einhorn's five-star rating. But his review may be too optimistic, as Yelp faces intense competition and brand issues.

JNJ Verdict: Johnson & Johnson Must Pay $55 Million in Talc-Powder Cancer Case

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has been ordered to pay $55 million to Gloria Ristesund in a talc-powder lawsuit concerning ovarian cancer.

Tesla Motors Inc: Everything You Need to Know Before Wednesday (TSLA)

Tesla Motors (TSLA) is facing an uphill battle from here. Anything less than completely compelling Wednesday afternoon could accelerate the bearish undertow.

Trickle-Down Economics Works: Just Ask the Middle Class!

Politicians and economists get many things wrong, but right now what really gets me riled up is the non-understanding of this critical subject

8 Inspiring Mother’s Day Poems to Honor You Mom

What are some of your favorite Mother's Day poems? Here are eight of the best ones to share with your mum and grandma this upcoming Sunday.

5 Top Cinco de Mayo Deals for May 5, 2016

We have compiled the five best Cinco de Mayo deals out there for May 5, 2016, including offers from Taco Bueno, Chipotle and On The Border.

Baker Hughes Incorporated (BHI) Leaves Halliburton Company (HAL) at the Altar

With their megamerger dead, where does that leave BHI and HAL? One currently has more potential than the other.

The Airbnb Economy: How Expedia Inc (EXPE) and Priceline Group Inc (PCLN) Stack Up

The sharing economy is not sharing revenues with online agencies yet, but it may one day.

4 Energy Stocks In Focus as Oil Gets Its Mojo Back

Independent energy stocks have been a huge hit in the markets, but is there still enough in the tank to make a play?

Mid-Day Report: A New Month, A New Slew of Earnings

Markets are ahead moving into the afternoon session despite positive economic readings this week that may increase the odds of a June Fed hike.

Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA): Perils of Breaking Into the Mass Market

Tesla vehicles hold a special place among buyers for both their tech and their electric nature, but TSLA stock may have to work harder for that next step.

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc: Is VRX Stock a Dip-Buying Opportunity?

VRX might have finally filed its overdue annual report, but Valeant still faces a long road to recovery.

Transocean Ltd: Is RIG Ready to Surprise the Bears?

Transocean isn't the most attractive-looking security in this market, but low expectations could help RIG stock meet -- or beat -- estimates.

5 Big Earnings Duds: Can Any Claw Back?

These five companies are among the bottom 10 performers for the first quarter of 2016, with the worst negative earnings surprises.

3 Stocks to Play the Cloud-Computing Megatrend

Cloud computing is surging from $13B to $33B this year, but not every cloud stock is worthy of your investment. Find out which ones are.