If you’ve ever had a bad experience with a home repair contractor, an auto mechanic or a health care provider, you’re probably a strong believer in the saying, “If you want something done right, do it yourself.” It can be hard to find good help. That’s where Angie’s List (NASDAQ:… Read More

When I first recommended this stock in mid-November, it was trading around $31. Over the past seven months, it has soared past my initial price target, potentially rewarding traders with more than 70% returns. Now, shares of the the innovative electric car company, Tesla Motors (NASDAQ: TSLA) are trading near… Read More

Mac or PC user? The answer used to almost be a given. According to Asymco research, in 2004, Windows machines sold 50 times more than Macs. By 2011, this number dropped to around 20 times. Due to heavy adoption of Macs and tablets, recent PC sales have sagged even further. Read More

When you throw away a piece of garbage, you probably don’t think much of it. But, behind that overflowing trash can is an entire industry profiting from your waste disposal. Though it may not sound exciting, trading waste disposal stocks can be profitable. After all, there’s always going to be… Read More

When you throw away a piece of garbage, you probably don’t think much of it. But, behind that overflowing trash can is an entire industry profiting from your waste disposal. Though it may not sound exciting, trading waste disposal stocks can be profitable. After all, there’s always going to be… Read More

U.S. e-commerce sales topped $256 billion in 2012, according to Statista Research, up nearly 13% from 2011. Of this amount, online retail sites brought in the largest chunk of revenue, at $186.2 billion. By 2016, industry analysts predict online retail revenue will nearly double, reaching at least… Read More

McDonald’s (NYSE: MCD), the world’s largest fast-food chain by sales, doesn’t just serve up tasty burgers. It also offers traders an upbeat growth outlook and technical strength, complimented by an appealing dividend. The company, which already operates in about 120 countries, through more than 33,000 outlets, keeps growing, thanks to… Read More

Due to huge growth in Macau — China’s only legal gambling district and the world’s most popular casino hotspot — shares of the integrated resort company, Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS), are on the upswing. Macau, often termed the “Monte Carlo of the Orient,” thrives on its casino industry. In… Read More

President Obama’s proposed gun control bill will go to the Senate this April. For firearms companies, such as one of the nation’s largest gun manufacturers, Sturm, Ruger & Co. (NYSE: RGR), it would seem the bill spells trouble. But in actuality, the proposed gun legislation has helped boost RGR stock. Read More

It’s a classic cult stock comeback story. While many considered Crocs (NASDAQ: CROX) a fad shoe company — famous for its colorful rubber clogs — the footwear maker has proved its staying power. At its 2007 peak, shares traded near $72. Unable to sustain nearly 140% annual revenue growth, the… Read More

Last year, Americans purchased over 4 billion light bulbs, according to the U.S. department of Energy. With recent legislative changes ensuring future use of more energy-efficient lighting solutions, IMS Research expects sales of LED bulbs will become a $10 billion market by 2015. According to the New… Read More

Last year, Americans purchased over 4 billion light bulbs, according to the U.S. department of Energy. With recent legislative changes ensuring future use of more energy-efficient lighting solutions, IMS Research expects sales of LED bulbs will become a $10 billion market by 2015. According to the New… Read More