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Another Milestone for the Market

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The S&P 500 has finally doubled from its March 2009 low.

Stormy Weather Ahead For DryShips, Navios & Other Shippers

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Container cargo shippers have had a miserable month as low charter rates and too many ships have left dry bulk shippers tacking against the wind.

In Case You Missed Tuesday

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
Stocks actually take a step backward on Tuesday.

An Early Warning Signal in the Making

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
We could see a minor crossover in the Moving Average Convergence/Divergence (MACD) within the next several days.

Stocks Take a Step Back

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
Financials break down and take the broader market with it -- for one day, at least.

What Warren Buffett Owns Right Now

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
The Oracle of Omaha cut his stake in a few well-known names, like Bank of America (BAC).

NFL Labor Dispute May Kill ‘Madden’ Video Game

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
A season of no football won't help EA's (ERTS) "Madden" game sales.

4 Smartphones Defining This Year’s Market

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Apple (AAPL) has some company in this year's battleground.

Regional Banks Headed for Buyout Boom

By Sean van Zyl, Captial Markets & Financial Writer
Fewer banks will hold significant sway over geographic markets.

In Case You Missed Monday

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
Stocks did what they always do -- at least since September.

The Best Sector for a Boring Market

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Buy oil tanker stocks as a hedge against a possible slowdown in crude oil prices.

Inflation Hawks Becoming an Endangered Species

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Progress in Egypt boosts markets, but inflation still threatens despite Fed's denial.

Rebound in Business Travel Lifts Airline Stocks, Weighs on Margins

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Business travel flights from airline stocks is improving, but carriers like United, Continental, Delta and American need to keep an eye on margins despite better corporate flight sales.

Stocks Grind Out Another Win

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The market does what it does -- starts low and finishes higher, as commodities provide a push.

Tablet PC Market About to Get Crowded

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Many companies are taking on Apple's (AAPL) iPad, but can they compete on price?

Will Obama’s $3.73T Budget Help or Hurt Investors and the Economy?

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
President Obama released his $3.73 trillion White House budget plan to Congress today, and investors are digesting how it will impact defense stocks, consumer spending and the overall economy.

Monday’s Apple Rumors — iPhone Nano?

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
A smaller, cheaper version of Apple's (AAPL) ubiquitous smartphone is expected next quarter.

Twitter Merger Talk is Good for Twitter

By Kevin Kelleher, Technology & Markets Contributor
Talks of merging with Facebook or Google only drives up the company's value.

Starbucks to Launch Single Serve Coffee Line

By Jeff Reeves
Now that a judge has ruled that Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) can cancel its retail relationship with Kraft (NYSE: KFT), the coffee stock is going to produce K-Cup single serve units that are a big threat to Green Mountain Coffee (NASDAQ: GMCR.
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