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3 Stocks About to Be Squeezed Higher

These three stocks are technically set up to send the shorts fleeing for the exits, shooting their prices through the roof.

Brighter Outlook Makes McGraw-Hill a Buy

What a difference a month can make! McGraw-Hill has become more reasonably valued, expectations are higher and an unloading of the education unit is within sight.

Bank Stocks Rule the Day — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

Markets were up across the board Thursday, buoyed by assurances from European Central Bank president Draghi and positive domestic data.

Markets Lack Direction: Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

Stocks finished mixed as markets were distracted from strong news out of the automotive sector, instead looking ahead to Spain's next bailout.

4 Financial Services Stocks to Buy Now

This week, four Financial Services stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

REITs Ready to Ride a Successful Stimulus

In the wake of QE3, REITs could be set to soar even more, opening the door to a few possible plays. Here are a few to consider.

Sleepwalking Closer to the Fiscal Cliff

Moody's downgrade warning on U.S. debt highlights how little Congress is doing as the country nears the deadly combination of tax hikes and spending cuts.

J.C. Penney’s Stock Turnaround Remains a Mystery

J.C. Penney's stock has done a positive about-face since mid-July, but all the ado seems overly optimistic. Here's why.

3 Financial Services Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of three Financial Services stocks are on the rise this week on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

A Private Best Buy Is Still a Long Way Off

Best Buy founder Richard Schulze's idea about buying his company and taking it private faces several major hurdles. A big one: How to finance it.

What Is Germany’s Next Move?

Eurozone leaders are set to meet in Frankfort, and Germany may hold the key to stabilizing the EU

Spain Is an Early Drain: Monday’s IP Market Recap

Stocks managed to find their footing after a very tough start due to concerns over Spain's ability to avoid default problems.

Barclays No Longer a Bank Stock Buy

Barclays is reeling from financial scandal and just plain poor performance, and the time to sell this banking sector stock is as soon as possible

Debt Drama in Spain Ahead of The EU Summit

Spain's formal request for help in rescuing their failing banks comes ahead of what is a critical EU summit later this week. All eyes are on the EU.

Banking Sector Still as Moody As Ever

Bank stocks staged a very quick rally late last week before crashing on Monday, and the recent downgrades are well-deserved. Stay away from the sector

Brutal Day for Banks & Tech — Monday’s IP Market Recap

The broader markets were slammed by news across the Atlantic on Monday, with banks and tech stocks taking the brunt of it.

Why Moody’s Cuts Were Good News for Banks

Moody's downgraded the credit of 15 banks, yet many financials' stocks actually headed up Friday. But for good reason.

What the Oil Majors’ Earnings Reveal

In a mixed quarter, refining clearly remains a sore point even as production profits continue apace. Expect the same to hold for smaller firms as well.

Gold, Silver Down on Upbeat Earnings

Positive eurozone news and German business confidence contributed as well.