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Walmart Testing In-Store Customer Service Texting App

Walmart is testing an in-store customer service texting app that uses both bots and customer service reps.

5 Stocks to Buy Until the Groundwork for a Rally Is Completed

Despite good economic news over the past few weeks, stock are still lagging. These 5 stocks are good bets for now.

German Publisher Axel Springer Close to Buying Business Insider

Axel Springer, a German publisher, is looking to buy Business Insider for $560 million after already purchasing an 8% stake in website.

4 Key Questions to Ask Before You Sell Stocks

A sell-first and ask questions later market mentality is costing investors money. Keep in mind these four key questions before you sell

4 Things That Could Prevent the S&P 500 From Reaching 2,100

The S&P 500 may well reach the 2015 target Goldman Sachs set for it today. If it does though, it's going to take a miracle and a whole lot of blind investors.

New York Military Academy Closes After 126 Years

The New York Military Academy closed down after 126 years on Monday due to debt and a decline in students over the last few years.

McCormick & Co. Spices to Make Huge Organic, Non-GMO Push

McCormick & Co. has announced that its switching to non-GMO options for many of its products and will be changing labels on others.

20 Highest-Paying Work From Home Jobs 2015

Many freelancers work from home and 'InvestorPlace' is looking at a list of the highest-paying work from home jobs in 2015.

7 Things You Need To Know About The Economy

The most recent Government reports on the economy provide a roadmap for investors this week. Here are 7 critical numbers you need to know

Don’t Throw in the (US) Towel Just Yet

Investor worries over the economy and an overheated market are fair, but not a reason to hide from stocks. Here's why you need to stay

Qualcomm (QCOM) Stock Falls on Major Layoffs

Qualcomm stock was down on Friday following news of 1,314 layoffs at the semiconductor company's headquarters located in San Diego, Calif.

Johnson Controls Layoffs: JCI to Cut 3,000 Jobs

A string of Johnson Controls layoffs will see 3,000 jobs be cut from the company's workforce over the next two years to reduce costs.

Does Diversifying Damage Portfolio Performance?

Historical data shows that investors should spend the time to adequately diversify their portfolio in order to manage long term risk

Study: Antidepressant Paxil Is Not Safe for Teens

A reanalysis of a study claims that Paxil, an antidepressant made by GlaxoSmithKline, isn't safe for teens due to its adverse effects.

Is Oil Ready for a Recovery?

Oil prices continue to decline, and while the market searches for its lowest level, keep an eye out for bargain buys on beaten-down oil stocks

Is It Time to Buy These Tech Stocks? (AAPL, MSFT, GOOGL)

The recent tech sector slowdown might be a sign it's oversold. Take a look at some of these tech stocks for possible investment.

Why Elon Musk Wants to Nuke Mars

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, wants to nuke Mars in an attempt to warm the planet's atmosphere so humans can live on it.

Dr. Reddy’s (RDY) Signs Huge Lice Lotion Deal

Dr. Reddy's has signed a huge deal to commercialize head lice lotion Xeglyze in the United States and several other several countries.

Study: Mediterranean Diet May Lower Breast Cancer Risk

New research shows that maintaining a Mediterranean diet could reduce the risk of getting breast cancer.