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Google, Facebook, Yahoo, and Twitter: Web Giants Make Unexpected Announcements

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:09:00 -0400

Google gets a conversation going, Twitter expands advertising options, and more.

Danger Zone: Amazon.com

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:28:08 -0400

Check out this week’s Danger Zone interview with Chuck Jaffe of Money Life and MarketWatch.com.

Amazon.com (NASDAQ: AMZN) is in the Danger Zone. The belief that Internet retail is or will be more profitable than traditional retail is untrue. Amazon is in a

Move Over, Apple: 16 More U.S. Companies Stashing Billions Overseas

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:50:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: Getty Images Apple (AAPL) CEO Tim Cook was summoned to Capitol Hill Tuesday to explain his company's tax arrangements, which, according to Congressional investigators, amount to large-scale avoidance of taxes due to the U.S. and other ... Read more

eBay Inc (EBAY) Lures Put Players to the Options Pits

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:37:00 -0400

Shares of eBay Inc (NASDAQ:EBAY) drifted 1.8% lower yesterday, a move that didn't go unnoticed by put players...(Read More)

Staples Tanks on Difficult First Quarter, Maintains Guidance

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:09:06 -0400

Staples (NASDAQ: SPLS) is down on Wednesday after coming up short on first-quarter earnings and revenue.

The Framingham, Massachusetts-based firm's EPS declined over seven percent to $0.26, just missing the $0.27 analysts wanted to see.

Revenue dropped three percent year-over-year to $5.8 billion, missing the $5.91 billion Wall

Change.org says $15M funding won't change it

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:15:21 -0400

Change.org CEO Ben Rattray this week took the first big investment in the company's history but insists it won't change his mind about traditional venture exits...

Analyst: Apple’s brand is worth $185 billion and counting

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:01:01 -0400

Apple is once again the world’s most valuable brand, worth an estimated $185 billion. That’s the latest estimate from the analysts at BrandZ, who just put out their 2013 list of the 100 most valuable brands...

PayPal taking more steps into offline payments

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:19:55 -0400

Payment processor expects to be in 2 million retail locations by end of the year.

Pinterest getting lonely on hot-and-not-acquired list

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:48:04 -0400

The 8 Possible Changes Tumblr Users Can Expect from the Yahoo Acquisition

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:58:18 -0400

With Yahoo's (NASDAQ: YHOO) acquisition of Tumblr receiving the thumbs up from its board, pundits from across the web have engaged in all sorts of speculation about the merits of the Marissa Mayer-led purchase of the trendy social network.

The $1.1 billion acquisition is Mayer's biggest gamble yet, as

Top 4 NASDAQ Stocks In The Catalog & Mail Order Houses Industry With The Highest EPS

Mon, 20 May 2013 04:29:48 -0400

Below are the top catalog & mail order houses stocks on the NASDAQ in terms of earnings per share.

The trailing-twelve-month earnings per share at Liberty Interactive (NASDAQ: LINTA) is $2.71. Liberty Interactive's ROE for the same period is 16.84%.

The trailing-twelve-month earnings per share at eBay (NASDAQ:

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Mon, 20 May 2013 00:04:49 -0400

It was another winning week for the markets. Stocks pushed higher once again! Last weekend, in my Market Forecast, I wrote: "For the new week, I think the markets need to consolidate a bit here. If not, it’ll need to go on a parabolic rise. Energy stocks were weak on Friday as the dollar pushed [...]

(TGT) Sweeping Up the Last of First Quarter Earnings – Earnings Preview

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:51:41 -0400

The Q1 earnings season is effectively over for most of the major sectors, with Retail as the only...

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Media Digest: Reuters, WSJ, NYT, FT, Bloomberg

Fri, 17 May 2013 02:43:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: The European Central Bank may begin to identify weak banks and deny them aid. (Reuters) Foxconn, once one of Apple Inc.'s (NASDAQ: AAPL) largest suppliers, says it needs additional time to cut back worker overtime. (Reuters) Dell Inc.'s (NASDAQ: ... Read more

eBay Updates iOS Apps With Revamped UI, Drivers License Scanning For Sign-Ups, And A Whole Lot More

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:08:19 -0400

eBay has just updated its mobile app with a whole host of new features and a revamped look. To start, the refreshed UI makes it clear that eBay wants a more heavy-duty offering for its mobile users. You can now enjoy larger photo views, a better system for auctions that are about to end, and the added feature of being able to checkout multiple items at the same time. But all that's just fluff when you consider the stand-out feature in the update: eBay now lets you scan your drivers license from the app for a quick and easy sign-up process. That way, if you're new to the platform, you don't have to go through the never-ending clicks of typing out your information into multiple fields.

The Coca-Cola Code: Teen 'Buys' Recipe for $15 Million on eBay

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:00:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: EBay One of the greatest trade secrets in corporate American history, guarded jealousy for more than a century, was allegedly put up for sale on eBay (EBAY) by an antiques hunter in Georgia: the recipe for the Coca-Cola (KO) Co.'s signature ... Read more

Benzinga's Top Initiations

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:30:30 -0400

Analysts at Bank of America initiated coverage on shares of E-Commerce China Dangdang (NYSE: DANG) with a “buy” rating. The target price range for E-Commerce China Dangdang is set to $7. E-Commerce China Dangdang's shares closed at $4.94 yesterday.

Topeka Capital initiated coverage on shares of Precision Castparts

Stock Trek: 7 Companies that Behave Like 'Star Trek' Aliens

Thu, 16 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: Paramount Pictures "Star Trek Into Darkness," the second installment in J.J. Abrams' reimagining of the Viacom (VIA) sci-fi franchise that dates back to 1966, opens in 336 domestic IMAX (IMAX) theaters Wednesday and then nationwide on Friday. ... Read more

(WMT) Focus Shifts to Retail Earnings – Earnings Preview

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:34:28 -0400

The Q1 earnings season is over for most of the major sectors, with the Retail sector as the only...

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Startups Square off in the gun debate

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:26:02 -0400

Groupon Reports in line 1Q Loss – Analyst Blog

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:50:01 -0400

Groupon Inc. reported a loss per share of 1 cent in the first quarter of 2013, which came in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate.

Federal Realty scoops up Santana Row-area parking lot

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:26:08 -0400

Winning Bid for Coffee With Tim Cook Closes at Record Level

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:46:00 -0400

An auction to meet the Apple CEO attracted a final bid of $610,000.

Stocks to Watch for May 15, 2013

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:35:00 -0400

Tread Carefully With ETFs With Hard Disk Drive Exposure

Tue, 14 May 2013 08:32:45 -0400

It is tough to malign hard disk drive makers such as Seagate Technology (NYSE: STX) and Western Digital (NYSE: WDC).

Year-to-date, Seagate is up 26 percent while Western Digital has surged over 33 percent. By comparison, the PowerShares QQQ (NASDAQ: QQQ) is up "just" 8.8

The T3 Daily Recap: Market Shrugs Off QE Worries, Short Squeeze Theme Continues

Mon, 13 May 2013 18:23:00 -0400

Elon Musk's Tesla was in the news today after a favorable review of its Model S.

Apple's Tim Cook Officially More Appealing Than Elon Musk or Jack Dorsey

Mon, 13 May 2013 17:55:00 -0400

An auction to meet the CEO is attracting record bids.

Quad/Graphics CEO Quadracci: 'We've transformed this company'

Mon, 13 May 2013 16:15:08 -0400

17 Things You Should Always Buy New

Sat, 11 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: By Megan Durisin In the day and age of online swap meets and the ubiquity of reseller sites like Craigslist, eBay, and Etsy, there's hardly anything you can't get secondhand anymore. But should you? For some items, saving a few bucks by buying them ... Read more

Short Sellers Move on Zynga, Retreat from eBay

Fri, 10 May 2013 13:41:44 -0400

Among the social media players, eBay (NASDAQ: EBAY), Groupon (NASDAQ: GRPN) and Zynga (NASDAQ: ZNGA) saw the biggest swings in short interest between the April 15 and April 30 settlement dates.

Other social media companies based in the United States that also saw the number

Forget Apple TV or iWatch: Apple's Next Trump Card Is Mobile Payments

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:05:00 -0400

If done right, an Apple mobile payments solution could have the potential of bringing in $100 million or more in revenue each year.

Why Apple paid its CFO $35,724 per hour last year

Thu, 09 May 2013 06:00:03 -0400

Groupon earnings on deck; CEO hunt goes on

Wed, 08 May 2013 07:00:16 -0400

Groupon is expected to report mild gains in sales and earnings on Wednesday afternoon as Wall Street is looking for signs of stability as the company hunts for a new CEO.

eBay vs. Amazon: Online sales tax bill divides tech titans

Tue, 07 May 2013 15:51:55 -0400

Facebook makes its Fortune 500 debut, will others follow?

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:22:05 -0400

Senate Passes Online Sales Tax – House in Doubt

Tue, 07 May 2013 09:45:40 -0400

The U.S. Senate Monday voted 69 to 27 to pass legislation allowing states to require online retailers to collect sales tax whether or not they have a physical presence in the state.

It probably doesn’t matter, at least not for now. The Senate is one thing; the House of Representatives is

GSI and Ebay to Provide Fulfillment,Order Management Technology, and Customer Care Solutions to Godiva

Tue, 07 May 2013 08:06:12 -0400

GSI Commerce, an eBay Inc. company, today announced that it has signed a new multiyear agreement with GODIVA Chocolatier, the global leader in premium chocolates, to provide fulfillment, order management technology, and customer care solutions. Additionally, GSI will now manage freight solutions and co-packing services in conjunction with GODIVA's internal

Online sales tax: fair or foul?

Tue, 07 May 2013 07:00:45 -0400

The proposed sales tax law would impact buyers and sellers

Senate passes Internet sales-tax bill

Mon, 06 May 2013 19:31:40 -0400

Congress takes a step toward ending tax-free shopping on the Internet, as the Senate passes a bill empowering states to collect sales tax for purchases made online.

Internet sales tax bill passes Senate, awaits House approval

Mon, 06 May 2013 19:17:47 -0400

The Marketplace Fairness Act -- which will force online merchants to collect tax on behalf of other states -- passed the Senate on Monday.

Internet sales tax bill passes Senate, awaits House approval

Mon, 06 May 2013 19:17:47 -0400

The Marketplace Fairness Act -- which will force online merchants to collect tax on behalf of other states -- passed the Senate on Monday.

Why Amazon Really Supports an Internet Sales Tax

Mon, 06 May 2013 15:00:36 -0400

Another nail is about to be struck into the coffin of tax-free online shopping.

That's because, as the AP via Yahoo News reported, the US Senate is set to pass a bill that would empower states to collect sales taxes on such purchases.

Under current law as noted in the story,

Q&A: Why Foundation's Charles Moldow is high on Big Data, LendingClub

Mon, 06 May 2013 14:10:15 -0400

Online stores shouldn’t have tax advantage

Mon, 06 May 2013 12:20:56 -0400

The Senate is considering the Marketplace Fairness Act, a long-overdue, bipartisan measure that would create tax parity between online merchants and traditional bricks-and-mortar businesses, tax professor David Hasen writes.

Is Your Pack-a-Day Habit a Vice, or an Opportunity?

Mon, 06 May 2013 08:30:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: Getty Images Vices. We've all got them, or at least been tempted by them from time to time. Whether your poison is a pack of smokes, a six-pack of Bud, a cup of coffee, or an ice-cold Coca-Cola, succumbing to your vices -- or succumbing to the ... Read more

Senate Set to Pass Bill Allowing States to Tax Internet Purchases

Mon, 06 May 2013 02:25:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: Paul Sakuma/AP By STEPHEN OHLEMACHER WASHINGTON -- Attention online shoppers: The days of tax-free shopping on the Internet may soon end for many of you. The Senate is scheduled to vote Monday on a bill that would empower states to collect sales ... Read more

Top 4 Stocks in the Catalog & Mail Order Houses Industry with the Highest EPS

Wed, 01 May 2013 12:01:53 -0400

On this first day of May, here are the top catalog & mail order houses stocks on the NYSE and the NASDAQ in terms of earnings per share.

Top 4 Stocks In The Catalog & Mail Order Houses Industry With The Highest EPS

Wed, 01 May 2013 04:43:33 -0400

Below are the top catalog & mail order houses stocks on the NYSE and the NASDAQ in terms of earnings per share.

The trailing-twelve-month earnings per share at Liberty Interactive (NASDAQ: LINTA) is $2.78. Liberty Interactive's operating margin for the same period is 11.74%.

The trailing-twelve-month earnings per share at

FedEx Extends Postal Service Bond – Analyst Blog

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:10:01 -0400

FedEx Express, an affiliate of FedEx Corp., announced that it will continue with the air cargo delivery contract with the U.S. Postal Service.

Ebay To Use Mobile Tech To Go Deeper Into Offline Commerce With A Touchscreen Store Window Coming This Summer

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:22:00 -0400

Ebay CEO John Donahoe today described how the e-commerce giant is moving further into the world of offline commerce, using mobile technology to do it: the company is planning a partnership with a retailer that will create a "pop up" shop with a gigantic touchscreen store window. Donahoe says that this will take place this summer in New York and is part of a bigger push eBay is making to bring itself closer to where retailers are still doing the majority of their transactions, offline. "You will be seeing more of that," he hinted on stage at TC Disrupt in New York this morning.