International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE: IBM) stock looks to be in trouble.
IBM stock saw another 1.4% decline in November. This is the third straight monthly decline.
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Dow Jones, S&P 500 Close at Record Highs as Energy Stocks Surge
The Dow Jones added 33 points Wednesday, fueled by strong showings in the energy sector and expectations of more stimulus action in the European bloc.
Both the S&P 500 and Dow Jones hit new records, continuing their surge toward the end of 2014.
Here are the top stories from the stock market today...
Alibaba (NYSE: BABA) Stock a Buy Despite This Unusual Setup
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (NYSE: BABA) stock is up 62% since its IPO and the company has continually shown strong growth in revenue, profits, and users.
But there is still one major risk when it comes to investing in Alibaba: its unorthodox corporate structure.
Microsoft Stock in 2015: How High Will It Go?
What can you expect for Microsoft stock in 2015?
As 2014 comes to close, Microsoft Corp. (Nasdaq: MSFT) stock has been red hot – up over 30%.
Here's where one of our experts sees it headed in 2015 and beyond.
Five Reasons Gold Is Higher After Swiss Vote
On Sunday, Switzerland asked citizens if the central bank should hold a minimum 20% of its assets in gold, not be allowed to sell it off, and store it all at home. The initiative failed, with 78% voting against.
A "yes" vote would have been particularly bullish for gold. But despite the "no" vote, gold prices rose anyway.
IPOs in 2015: A Watch List
IPOs in 2015: Several IPOs broke records this year. On June 26, 2014, GoPro went public, earning 31% gains the day of its debut. Making history, Alibaba went public on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) Sept 19. The company exceeded its $20 billion expectation, raising over $25 billion and making it the largest IPO in U.S. history.
As for the IPOs of 2015, this successful trend could very well extend into next year with over 120 companies seeking profits in excess of $80 billion slated to go public.
Here's a list of seven IPOs to watch...
Will Google Break Up in 2015? (Nasdaq: GOOG, GOOGL)
Will Google break up in 2015 (Nasdaq: GOOG, GOOGL)?
That's what speculators are asking after the European Parliament voted to "unbundle" the Internet search king on Nov. 27.
A corporate breakup is coming. Here's what you need to know...
Why the U.S. Treasury Market Is No Longer Safe
The U.S. Treasury market is worth more than $12 trillion. It's believed to be the safest market in the world. Whenever there's a panic and the markets freak out, investors dump stocks and buy Treasuries. That's the so-called "flight to quality."
However, back on Oct. 15, when the last flight to quality exploded, the U.S. Treasury market failed to do what it had always done.
It failed to be safe - and nobody's talking about it...
Stock Market Futures Down Today on European Stimulus News
Good morning! Stock market futures today forecast a five point decrease for the Dow from yesterday's close. Oil prices climbed marginally, lifting energy stocks.
What to watch today: Keep an eye on the forecast provided by ADP Payroll Services, whose report offers the first glimpse of the November unemployment rate.
The World Slides Deeper into the Dangerous "Helicopter Money" Delusion
If it seems to you that central banks and government leaders have run out of ideas, you're not totally wrong.
Indeed, the latest move by Japan smacks of pure desperation, and it might seem silly if it wasn't already an idea that's been floated before.
In fact, we may yet have the chance to see "helicopter money" and its effects after all.
The whole thing is so sad, it's almost funny. Almost.
But like too many crazy ideas, desperate people may be inclined to try anything...