Wendy's (WEN)

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The Bar Moves Higher Still — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor May 8, 2013

Electronic Arts and Whole Foods were among strong earnings performers helping to drive the markets to yet higher all-time marks.

3 Single-Digit Stocks Ripe for a Squeeze

By Johnson Research Group Apr 30, 2013

Single-digit stocks (you know, with a price under $10) make for great trading opportunities -- especially in the case of these three short squeeze candidates.

Why MCD’s Millennial Problem Is Overblown

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 26, 2013

McDonald's appears to think it has an issue connecting with millennials, and is launching a new McWrap line to combat it. But both the problem and the solution are nonsense.

You’ve Bought a Stock … Now Build a Portfolio

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 8, 2013

This week's series for young investors discusses the importance of a diversified portfolio, as well as four qualities to consider when selecting new stocks.

Should I Buy McDonald’s? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 1, 2013

McDonald's is a well-known and popular global brand, but its business has more potential headwinds to deal with in 2013. Should you buy the stock?

Groupon Sacks Mason — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Feb 28, 2013

Groupon was hammered in Thursday trading after a shoddy quarterly report, but rebounded in after-market action following the announcement of its CEO's departure.

ETF Alternatives for Last Week’s Hot Stocks

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 19, 2013

Consider bundling consumer staples, gaming and other stocks through exchange-traded funds instead.

4 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Sell Now

By Portfolio Grader Feb 14, 2013

The ratings of four Restaurant and Resort stocks are down this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

Should I Buy Wendy’s? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 11, 2013

Wendy's is getting some love today on the heels of a bullish write-up. And well it should -- the fast-food chain's turnaround looks good, and its dividend looks delicious.

Yum’s Chinese Chicken Problem Is Overblown

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 4, 2013

Investors might be overly concerned that Yum Brands' use of "45-day chicken" in its Chinese locations will significantly hamper the company.

Top 10 Buzzed-About Brands in 2012

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 1, 2013

Consumer perception doesn't always help stock performance, but it sure can't hurt. Take a look at the most buzzed-about brands in the U.S. for 2012.

I’m Not Giving Up on McDonald’s

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 25, 2013

Though its results have hardly dazzled lately, the stock is certainly worth hanging onto given MCD's long record of success -- and its healthy dividend.

Wendy’s Pulls Back on Breakfast Push

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 18, 2013

After trying a breakfast push, fast-food chain Wendy's is abandoning the morning meal at most but not all locations.

Wendy’s Hikes Prices — Here Come Falling Sales

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jan 4, 2013

Dollar-menu items are killing its already scant operating profit margins, but higher prices will likely punish the top line, making things even worse.