S&P Stocks
Alphabet Earnings Beat Sends Stock Soaring
Alphabet earnings soundly surpassed analyst expectations in the third quarter, bolstered by gains in its Google search business. Read more
Starbucks in Italy? Hold On to Your Espresso
Howard Schultz found inspiration for the original Starbucks on a trip to Italy, but it’s nonsense to think Starbucks in Italy will thrive. Read more
SPY Chart Starting to Look Like Early 2008
The weekly SPY chart is showing ominous signs for the S&P 500 index. Read more
A Heavyweight Food Stock Is Available at a Heavy Discount
This food stock has been left out to pasture after a failed takeover of a competitor, but it has one of the highest returns on capital in the industry. Read more
Betting on Barbie: Despite Earnings Miss, Mattel Shares Jump 6%
Mattel shares are down 23% year-to-date, mainly due to poor sales of its flagship Barbie doll brand. Read more
Dollar Weighs on Honeywell Earnings, But Long-Term Vision Remains Intact
Honeywell believes international growth will be a strong driver for the company over the long term, despite the short-term headaches from currency impacts. Read more
New Ralph Lauren CEO Creates a Buying Opportunity
The apparel market was turned upside down recently when a new Ralph Lauren CEO was announced to replace the iconic founder. Read more
The No. 1 Home Goods Stock to Buy Now
The best home goods stock trades at just 11 times earnings, has the best margins in the industry and is still generating 20% returns on invested capital. Read more
How Yum Brands Stock Fooled the Market
Yum Brands stock is now down 23% for the last three months. It’s a heck of a move for any stock, but especially for a fast-food joint. Read more