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Wednesday Apple Rumors: TSM Rejects Investment Offer

Apple investment offer rejected by Taiwanese chip maker; Genius Bar online support available in some countries; and Apple Store problems come from Tim Cook.

Tuesday Apple Rumors: New iPhone to Have NFC Chip

Apple may include NFC mobile payment chips in new iPhone; Apple is moving to ban sales of some Samsung smartphones; and more reports of trouble at Apple Stores.

Forget ‘Earnings’ — Declining Revenue and Dividends the Real Story in Q3

The biggest concern for investors should be the individual companies they own. And right now, it’s important to look at these two factors above all else.

Will the J.C. Penney Rally Last?

Based on low volume and a bit of short covering, there is no way the JCPenney rally will continue. If you own this stock, hit the eject button ASAP.

Best Buy’s Not-So-Best Quarter

Problems keep stacking up, and little relief is in sight. Even if effective, the new CEO will need lots of time to get a turnaround going. Stay away.

3 Dividend Cutters in Search of a Rebound

That move, generally considered an act of desperation, has worked for some companies in the past. Will it again in the case of these three struggling stocks?

Home Depot vs. Lowe’s: It’s No Contest

The home improvement retailers' second-quarter numbers have only confirmed a longer-growing trend. Make sure you're backing the right horse.

Macy’s Sues J.C. Penney in Martha Stewart Brawl

Macy's contends that Martha Stewart's relationship with J.C. Penney violates the terms of its agreement with the housewares queen.

3 Option Plays With One Goal: Lots of Income

My favorites are plays where you can generate larger-than-usual premiums selling covered calls or naked puts. If you like cold hard cash, take a look.

3 Stocks That Will NEVER Turn Around

Here's why investors should never buy fixer-uppers like these, which have been making -- and breaking -- promises for better days over and over again.

Summer Doldrums Dump the Rally: Monday’s IP Market Recap

Markets took a breather from last week's five-day rally, with a focus on Europe and U.S. economic slowdown's combined with light August trading ending the run

5 Retail Bloodbath Earnings Trades

Retail stocks may be getting ahead of themselves in pricing, and these 5 hot stocks could lose some ground this week after earnings are released, so be prepared

Sell JCP on Strength — While You Still Can

Friday's share-price rally after a horrid earnings report offers a rare chance for investors to escape. No matter what CEO Johnson says, JCP is a disaster.

S&P’s Streak Still Alive — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

The S&P 500 managed to hold onto a fifth straight day of gains, while the Dow dropped off. However, news on the earnings front leaned mostly to the down side.

Macy’s Sets High Bar for Retail Earnings

Macy's saw profits jump 16% in the second quarter thanks to cost-cutting and and a successful overall strategy. This could be a tough act for rivals to follow.

7 Things to Know About Amazon Lockers

The service appeals to apartment dwellers who can't get home delivery. And now it's being expanded to more cities in the U.S.

5 Earnings Busting Money-Doubling Trades

Earnings season continues this week and with it are opportunities to play options ahead of earnings. Here are 5 that could make you money on the bet.

Uncle Ben Stays Mum: Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

Stocks were mostly muted on the Fed's non-news. Up next: Word from Bernanke's counterparts at the European Central Bank.

5 ‘Smart Money’ Dividend Stocks to Buy

You can't follow every last superinvestor pick, but it seems hard to go wrong with these five high-conviction, long-term dividend plays.