Applied Materials is the world's leading supplier of the ultra-sophisticated equipment used in factories that make semiconductors. Will a global glut in chips clobber the stock? Read More

If history repeats itself, chip stocks should be fully recovered before the end of this year. After that, which sector will the DCF models target next? Read More

"Sin" stock Philip Morris boasts heavenly dividends. But now, this Big Tobacco stalwart is transitioning to reduced-risk products. Can it succeed? Read More

Options offer the potential to make much greater gains in a short amount of time compared to the underlying stock. Let's take a basic look at how they are priced. Read More

Comcast is in acquisition mode and rapidly embracing advanced technologies. But as it seeks new avenues for growth, will this multi-media colossus get stretched too thin? Read More

We discuss the benefits of share repurchases and which companies recently made announcements to do so. Read More

Merck has been a money-making machine for decades, but it faces growing competition and patent expirations. Will this drug giant prevail? Read More

Believe it or not, this seemingly stodgy “old tech” copier company has delivered a 57% total return through the first 10 weeks of 2019. Read More

Home Depot is a DJIA component and steady dividend payer. But do economic headwinds and a cooling housing sector pose threats to this retail icon and its payout? Read More

Pfizer is a growth-and-income stock found in many retirement portfolios. But is the competition from biotech "disruptors" getting too hot for this Big Pharma stalwart? Read More