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Fed Sinks Markets in Mere Minutes — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

Stocks took a dip south Thursday right after the release of Fed meeting minutes, though solar stocks were a glaring exception to the day’s trading…

Should I Buy Energizer? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Energizer just announced an aggressive cost-cutting program; will it be enough to get the stock back on track? Get the verdict on ENR.

Should I Buy Wal-Mart? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Its latest report shows why the stock is vulnerable now. A slowing global economy and ever-stronger competition aren’t good for a stock priced so high.

Should I Buy Costco? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Quarterly earnings have goosed the stock higher — but can the warehouse giant maintain the momentum? Here’s our verdict on whether COST shares are a…

Street Suffers Earnings Jitters — Monday’s IP Market Recap

Investors returned to the markets Monday with fresh worries about earnings and the eurozone. Markets dipped, and Alcoa didn’t do much to buoy hopes.

How to Turn $1 Into $1.6 Billion

While the goods used to be garbage, dollar stores have significantly improved their wares — and their stocks are ready for a similar improvement.

SuperValu’s Earnings Message: Stay Away from Grocers!

SuperValu’s numbers spell out the food-sales story — dollar stores and Whole Foods are cramping traditional grocers’ business.

Family Dollar — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Growth opportunities have brought big-fish investor attention to the discount chain.

Wal-Mart Shares — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Competition may continue to keep a lid on the mega-retailer’s growth.

Dollar General Stock — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Dollar General stock recently reported strong earnings, and its stock is at an all-time high — but can the discount retailer stay on momentum’s good…

11 High Dividend Growth Stocks in 2012

This year has been characterized as a record year for dividend distributions paid to shareholders by cash rich companies and here are 11 solid dividend…

Kroger Buys Harris Teeter: A Smart Move

Grocery chain Kroger has gone shopping and snatched up smaller, higher-end rival Harris Teeter — a savvy move in an increasingly tough industry.

Dividends + Buybacks = Great Returns

By mixing stocks from two ETFs with different strategies, one author found a way to easily beat the market. Here are his stock picks for…

Walmart Earnings Up, But WMT Cuts Q4 Outlook

Thursday morning’s Walmart earnings report had a little to like, but a lot to worry about, prompting an early-morning slide in WMT stock.

Should I Buy Target? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Target faces lots of competition, especially as it ventures into the grocery world. Is TGT still a buy?

Rallying on Stimulus Hopes: Thursday’s IP Market Recap

Will higher jobless claims and scant inflation mean QE3? Investors are counting on the Fed to make more moves.

Dollar General, We Salute You

DG shook off a lousy spate of news for discount retailers with a blowout Q2 report and full-year forecast, showing again why it’s king of…

Shorts Are Piling Onto These 3 Companies

A shaky earnings season could be good news for the shorts. Here are three companies really getting the stink-eye from investors right now.

SuperValu: The Poster Child for Supermarket Stocks’ Woes

Competition from low-priced stores like Dollar General and discounters like Wal-Mart are crushing the grocery industry, as evidenced by SuperValu’s ghastly earnings.

3 Juicy Earnings Trades of the Week

Earnings season is upon us once again with the opportunity to place some bets on earnings surprises. Do some homework and get in on these…

3 Earnings Reports to Watch for This Week

Many stocks fall temporarily on lower-than-expected earnings announcements, providing quick short opportunities.

3 Popular Stocks to Sell Now

Dollar Tree, Dollar General and Family Dollar stores have plenty of fans, but here’s why it’s time to bail.

Walmart (WMT) to Buy Social Networking Firm

Walmart online sales haven’t been impressive, so Wal-Mart has purchased the social media company Kosmix in an effort to boost the digital retail sales.

Buffett Moves Berkshire Out of Health Care (UNH, WLP, JNJ, GSK, SNY)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK-B, BRK-A) just released its portfolio — albeit belatedly. Warren Buffett’s company has shown its investment holdings as of the end…

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