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Illumina, Inc. (ILMN) Takes a 25% Hit – What Now?

Illumina (ILMN) shocked investors with a lackluster revenue outlook, though in retrospect, it shouldn't have been surprising. Where to from here?

Fitbit Inc (FIT) Finally Sprints Past GoPro Inc (GPRO)

Fitbit stock sentiment has been tied to GoPro stock for far too long, and now the market is wising up to FIT's potential.

Facebook Inc (FB) Aims for the Moon With Google’s Regina Dugan

Facebook is working on some very "bad ass" things with the help of former Google employee Regina Dugan.

SunEdison Inc (SUNE) Bankruptcy Appears Imminent

Reports say SunEdison Inc (SUNE) is preparing to file for bankruptcy after attempts at a rapid expansion turned out to be a bad idea.

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Could Beat Netflix (NFLX) at Its Own Game

Amazon.com, Inc (AMZN) is going for the jugular of Netflix, Inc (NFLX), offering monthly access to its on-demand video library.

Yelp Inc: Don’t Expect YELP Reviews to Get Better

Not long ago, Yelp was a dot-com darling, but the company’s growth has fallen steeply and the net losses are piling up. And while Yelp stock is much cheaper, investors should still be wary.

Reflux, Heartburn Drugs Linked to Kidney Failure

A new study shows that common reflux and ulcer medication may be more dangerous than previously assumed. These can cause serious kidney damage.

Long Beach Grand Prix 2016: 5 Things to Know

The Long Beach Grand Prix is starting on April 15 and running through April 17. Here are five things you need to know about the racing event.

The McWrap Is Dead: 5 Things McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Should Sell Instead

Now that it has retired McWraps, McDonald's Corporation (MCD) has a chance to go in some bold new directions.

Best Buy Co Inc: Same-Day Delivery to the Rescue! (BBY)

Best Buy Co Inc (BBY) is expanding its same-day delivery service to 11 markets across the country and that could be a game changer.

Amazon.com, Inc: A Blowout Q1 in the Cards? (AMZN)

Amazon stock is severely underestimated, with an FBA price increase and improved fulfilment expenses not factored in by Wall Street.

Netflix, Inc.: Criticism Aside, This Could Actually Justify the NFLX Valuation

Netflix is shirking massive amounts of niche content for original programming, which may one day justify its valuation.

Another Day, Another Fine for Bank Stocks (GS)

As Goldman Sachs (GS) becomes the fifth institution to settle over issues stemming from the financial crisis, how will this affect bank stocks?

The S&P 500’s 788,400 Minutes: Measuring the Life Of An Index

There are 525,600 minutes in a calendar year, but it's been 788,400 minutes since the S&P 500 hit 2050 in November 2014. The latest signs aren't much better

Kobe Bryant Retires: 9 Highlights of His 20-Year Career

Basketball legend has finished his 20-year career in style, scoring more than 60 points in his farewell. Here are 10 of the greatest moments of his career.

Seagate Technology PLC (STX): Hard Drives Are a Hard Sell

It’s an ugly day for Seagate stock, which is off nearly 20% in early trading. But STX may have more problems than just a quarterly issue.

Yahoo! Inc. Is a Great Fit for Verizon Communications Inc (YHOO, VZ)

Yahoo! can offer both synergies and scale to Verizon stock, which makes VZ the ideal buyer for YHOO's assets.

Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (ADR): The Petrobras Rally Depends on Oil, Politics (PBR)

PBR stock has had quite a ride, yet there are questions as to whether Petrobras can weather steep fundamental challenges ahead.

Fitbit Inc (FIT) Stock Quietly Stages a Brisk Run

The value of Fitbit stock is one of the best kept secrets in the markets, but the FIT rally suggests it won't stay that way forever!