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Wall Street Power Pairing: Alibaba, Disney Team Up (BABA, DIS)

BABA and DIS partner for content, but which is better for investors? Alibaba or Disney stock?

“Win” the Fed’s Decision No Matter What: 6 Trades to Make

The connection between the Fed and stocks is well documented, but nothing is guaranteed. Nevertheless, here are six ways to play whatever decision the Fed hands down.

Rite Aid Corporation: Pending Buyout Could Prevent Big Move After RAD Earnings

Rite Aid (RAD) stock reports Q3 2016 earnings on Thursday before the bell. Here's what investors need to look for.

Should You Buy Facebook Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Shares of Facebook stock are up 33% in 2015, but it's facing some growing headwinds. Is it still a buy? Let us help you decide.

The Biggest Development for Netflix (NFLX) Stock in YEARS

Netflix (NFLX) stock is the best performer in the S&P this year, up 150%. But this new tech development could spur growth for years to come.

Twitter Stock: Is TWTR a $10 or $100 Stock?

Twitter is going about ramping up engagement in the wrong way. But TWTR's massive platform makes Twitter stock an attractive play long-term play.

Oracle Corporation: ORCL Earnings Will (Sadly) Probably Stay True To Form

Oracle Q2 earnings will be released on Wednesday, and ORCL investors are hoping for a trend reversal. Unfortunately, that's not likely.

AC/DC Announces Tour Dates for ‘Rock or Bust’

AC/DC has announced tour dates for its 2016 American tour 'Rock or Bust.' It kicks off in Tacoma, WA in February.

Martin Shkreli Plans to Hike Price of Chagas Drug

Martin Shkreli has a plan to increase the price of a Chagas drug called benznidazole by getting it approval in the United States.

Starbucks Polar Bear Cookies Cause Uproar Despite Being Discontinued

Some people are talking about Starbucks polar bear cookies five years after they've been discontinued due to their scarfs.

Tesla Motors Inc – Ambition Stands in the Way of Profitability (TSLA)

Tesla (TSLA) has big dreams, but are they achievable on a quarterly basis? Cash flow positive may take longer than investors hope.

Is Apple Inc. Losing the Tablet Space to Microsoft Corporation? (AAPL, MSFT)

Apple (AAPL) has long been thought of as king of the tablets. Move over ... Microsoft (MSFT) is ready to take the crown.

Adele Announces Tour for 2016: Concert Dates, Locations

Adele has officially announced her North American tour dates for 2016 and tickets for the concerts will go on sale this Thursday.

FANG Stocks Leading the Market Is Dangerous

Facebook, Amazon, Netflix and Google (or Alphabet, as it's now known) make up the FANG stocks, which have kept the market from falling into the red YTD for the first time since the global financial crisis. The market, however, needs more stocks to take the lead.

Shell Layoffs: RDS.A to Cut 2,800 Jobs

Royal Dutch Shell has announced plans to cut 2,800 jobs following its merger with BG Group, which will be completed in 2016.

Honda Soaring to New Heights With Light Business Jet (HMC)

With its relatively low price point (and today's cheap gas), HMC's HondaJet could expand the light business jet market.

Hip to Be … Er, Buy Square? Not Long-Term (SQ)

With tap-to-pay becoming increasingly popular, SQ stock could be facing some serious new headwinds soon.

Fashion Santa: Santa Gets a Makeover in Canada

Fashion Santa is the name of a new Christmas icon north of the border. Check out this stylish Toronto mall Santa gone viral.

TWTR Stock: 1 Telltale Sign Twitter Is DESPERATE

Twitter (TWTR) stock jumped on Thursday after the company released a feel-good plan to increase revenue. In fact, it's a knucklehead move.