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The Gallery That Could Break Google – Top Google Searches of 2013

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
The top Google searches of 2013 includes everything from the twerking Miley Cyrus to the popular PlayStation 4. Check out the rest of the list here.

AMZN – Jumia Tries to Become the Amazon of Africa

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Jumia is a major online retailer in Nigeria but it is trying to expand into the rest of Africa. The company hopes to become the Amazon of Africa.

5 GM Plants in 3 States to Share $1.3B in Upgrades

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
General Motors says it will spend more than $1 billion at GM plants in Michigan, Indiana and Ohio.

Starbucks Gift Cards Should Fly Out the Door on Dec. 19

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Starbucks is expecting record purchases and activations of Starbucks gift cards on Dec. 19 as the winter holidays draw nearer.

Sony President & COO to Step Down

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Phil Molyneux Sony president and COO at its electronics unit will surrender those positions and become non-executive chairman in January.

CEO Salary Watch – CEO Jobs Still Include Extreme Pay, Crazy Perks

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
CEO salary pay continues to rise sky high relative to the average salaries of regular Americans, with wild perks and pay that would make even those with six figures blush.

The Kickstarter Watch, and 3 Other Crowdfunding Fails

By Carla Lake, InvestorPlace Staff
Crowdfunding might seem like a cheap way to invest in innovative ideas, but it comes with plenty of risk -- like one recent watch project that flopped.

Paint Giants to Pay $1.1B in Lead Paint Lawsuit

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Three paint producers have been hit with a $1.1 billion decision in a lead paint lawsuit in California, but plan to appeal.

5 Coolest Internet of Things (IoT) Innovations

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
As the Internet of Things from Cisco (CSCO) gathers more buzz, there are a number of innovations on the horizon that may help CSCO stock see a huge boom.

As AMZN Unveils Drone Plans, GOOG Marches Towards Robots

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Google (GOOG) has acquired eight robotics companies in a move to expand its technology arsenal that will help it to push the frontiers of development.

Selling the Rumor and Buying the News on the Fed

By Bryan Perry
The Fed meets on Wednesday, and while the rumors of 'tapering' move the market needle, I have a prediction you want to hear. Read about it now...

Our 10 Best Secret Santa Gifts for 2013

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
From touchscreen gloves to a mini file cabinet, here are our 10 best secret Santa ideas.

Amazon Top-Selling Books in 2013

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Amazon has released a list of its top-selling books in 2013. The list is split into two categories; one for adult books and one for children books.

The Fed, the Froth, and the Future Of the Market

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Concerns over the "froth" in the market feel overblown; if you own solid, fundamental stocks, you should be rewarded in the new year. Here's why...

‘Avatar’ Sequels Will Be Filmed in New Zealand

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Director James Cameron, announced on Monday, that three Avatar sequels will be filmed in New Zealand. The first sequel will enter production in 2015.

Where Krispy Kreme Donuts Won’t Be Made With Eggs

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Krispy Kreme donuts sold at the company's franchise shops in India do no use eggs, in order to appeal to local vegetarian tastes.

Office Depot to Bring In-Store 3D Printing to More Locations

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Office Depot, announced on Monday, that it plans to bring in-store 3D printing to 150 locations across the United States.

Better Call Saul: Netflix to Stream Breaking Bad Spin Off in 2014

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Netflix and concluded a deal with Sony Pictures Television to stream the first season of Better Call Saul, the Breaking Bad spin off.

Tax Tips – 10 Tax Breaks Set to Expire in 2014

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Unless Congress gets it act together, there are a number of tax breaks that are set to expire at the end of the year, many of which could impact your wallet.
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