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Fitbit Inc: Is FIT Stock on a Downward Slope?

FIT Stock is poised for a move, but it could go in either direction. With analyst sentiment down and competition up, tread lightly.

AP Stylebook: Do Not Capitalize Internet, Web After June 1

The AP Stylebook is being updated on June 1, 2016 and it will include changing the terms 'internet' and 'web' to lowercase.

Boeing Co Stock Is Going Nowhere Until It Does This (BA)

Boeing stock is struggling to respond to the intense competition BA's 737 workhorse faces from rival Airbus and its A320.

Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) Buys Nimbus Therapeutics Subsidiary for $1.2B

Gilead Sciences has announced that it will be acquiring Nimbus Therapeutics' Nimbus Apollo, Inc. subsidiary for up to $1.2 billion.

Fixed-Income Coupons, You Taste So Good!

Pardon the title, but coupon-like total returns really do taste good to me and many other fixed-income investors. That’s because last year’s market returns were…

American Airlines Group Inc: Why You Should Avoid AAL Stock

American Airlines has a poor earnings record, failing to cut costs in bad times and grow in the good time. Simply put, AAL stock is not worth the risk.

GoPro Inc: Will Karma Be the Catalyst GPRO Stock Needs?

Even if GoPro's new drone does well -- and a lack of marketing calls that into question -- It may not be enough to right a sinking GPRO stock.

No Sales, No Profits, No Bull: When Valuations And Central Banks Collide

Total business sales have fallen 5% from their July 2014 peak of $1.365 billion. Here's why the erosion of sales is a cause for future concern.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. Is Only for the Crazy Ones (CMG)

Chipotle stock will be under pressure as consumers won't be so quick to forgive and forget the madness with Chipotle Mexican Grill.

Apple Inc.’s Fight for Security (AAPL)

The AAPL vs. FBI battle over unlocking a phone may be at a close, but what was the impact for Apple?

McDonald’s Corporation: Stop It! China Won’t Reverse the Pain for MCD Stock

McDonald's stock has been tough to own lately, and even a (seemingly) compelling growth goal in China isn't going to change that.

How High Can Homebuilders Go? (XHB)

Spring isn't just planting time -- it's a great time to invest in homebuilders, and that's on top of strong new home sales and other tailwinds.

Everest Re Group Ltd: Why RE Stock Is on Fire

A series of tailwinds, including sector strength and a good dividend, are helping to push Everest RE Group stock higher.

10 Biotech Stocks With Big Catalysts Coming This Quarter

Fans of binary trading events should find that these biotech stocks are well poised for big-time volatility over the course of the next several weeks.

Fitbit Inc Stock Prepares for Takeoff After Blaze & Alta Data (FIT)

After FIT's latest development with Blaze & Alta, get ready for Fitbit stock to soar behind higher-than-expected Q1 earnings and 2016 guidance.

Southwest Airlines Co, Lyft Team Up on Rewards

Southwest Airlines has announced that it's teaming up for special offers for passengers taking their first ride with Lyft.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.: Will CMG Launch a “Better Burger”?

Chipotle stock is down, but the company still has a compelling business model that will most certainly work in the burger business.

10 Funny April Fool’s Day Pranks

April Fool's Day is tomorrow and hopeful pranksters may need a little extra inspiration this yeat and we have some suggestions.

Micron Technology, Inc.: 30% Revenue Plunge? Time to Play Contrarian (MU)

Micron (MU) stock did not have a good quarter, but Wall Street hasn’t dumped it yet. And the upcoming product pipeline may be just what the stock needs.