Besides Netflix (NFLX), What Else Has Carl Icahn Shown Confidence In?
Carl Icahn, the infamous corporate raider, made a splash toward the end of the third quarter by deciding to take on Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX).
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Microsoft (MSFT), Take-Two, Activision, EA: Billionaire Hedge Fund Managers Love Video Games
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ:TTWO) saw billionaire hedge fund manager Carl Icahn recently increase his stake in the video game maker by 10%.
Apple Inc (AAPL), Google Inc (GOOG): Is the Smart Money Getting Out Now?
Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL) was one of billionaire Stephen Mandel’s big bearish bets during 3Q.
Google Inc (GOOG), eBay Among Passport Capital’s Latest Favorites
John Burbank's Passport Capital is the San Francisco based investment firm that Burbank founded in 2000. Passport uses a 'major themes' and macroeconomic analysis approach.
Billionaire Julian Robertson’s Fund Slashes Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan, Buys Gold in Q3
Julian Robertson is quite the legend in the hedge fund space.
Apple Inc (AAPL), Google Inc (GOOG) Among the Stocks RenTech Downsized In Q3
Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL) was just one of the top-name stocks that Renaissance Technologies was dumping during the third quarter.
Invest For Kids Conference: Kyle Bass’s Dismal Outlook for Japan
At the 2012 Invest for Kids conference, Kyle Bass of Hayman Advisors spoke about the vastness of Japan’s economic woes. Bass founded Dallas-based hedge fund Hayman in 2005.
Toyota, Honda, Canon, Sony: Are Japanese Equities a Good Value Play?
At the 2012 Invest for Kids conference David Herro of Harris Associates gave his thoughts on why investors should be looking at equities right now, and specifically those equities...
Invest For Kids Conference: This Hedge Fund is Riding High on General Motors Company (GM)
At the 2012 Invest for Kids conference, Frank Brosens of Taconic Capital touted General Motors Company (NYSE:GM) as his top stock pick.
Invest For Kids Conference: Time to Buy Wal-Mart (WMT) and PepsiCo (PEP)?
Sam Zell, the American businessman, is the chairman of Equity Group Investments. Equity Group is an entrepreneurial investment firm that Zell founded in the 1960s.
Invest For Kids Conference: Jeff Ubben is a Big Believer in This Real Estate Servicer
At the 2012 Invest for Kids conference, Jeff Ubben of ValueAct Capital gave a vote of confidence to the real estate services company CBRE Group Inc (NYSE:CBG).
Invest For Kids Conference: ValueAct Gives This Credit Rater High Marks
At the 2012 Invest for Kids conference, Jeff Ubben of ValueAct Capital made two financial stock recommendations, with one being the credit rating company Moody’s Corporation...
Invest For Kids Conference: Picks from Financial Guru Jim Grant
At the 2012 Invest for Kids conference, Jim Grant - author of Grant's Interest Rate Observer - shared his candid thoughts on the current state of interest rates.
Comcast, CBS, News Corp, Viacom: Top Picks from the Invest For Kids Conference
A new feature for the Invest for Kids conference this year was the introduction of an emerging manager panel for fund managers who are early in their careers and running small...
Invest For Kids Conference: Ari Levy Says to Short This Oil Fraud
As a new addition to Chicago's Invest for Kids conference, an emerging manager panel was featured, focusing on managers who are early in their careers and running small firms.
Invest For Kids Conference: This Timber REIT is Alex Klabin’s ‘Pulp Friction’ Pick
At the 2012 Invest for Kids conference, Alex Klabin of Senator Investment Group pitched an idea he calls ‘Pulp Friction’. Klabin’s pick, Rayonier Inc.
Invest For Kids Conference: Billionaire Stephen Mandel is Betting Big On This Stock
At the 2012 Invest for Kids conference, Lone Pine Capital's Steven Mandel gave an investment pitch on one of his new favorite stocks, Verisign Inc (NASDAQ:VRSN).
Is LinkedIn (LNKD) Beating Facebook Inc (FB)?
Facebook Inc (NASDAQ:FB) was up as much as 25% during the week following its 3Q earnings release, but concerns over valuation and growth has pushed the stock back down below $...
Is it Time to Buy Vivus on the Dip?
From an investing standpoint, Vivus, Inc. (NASDAQ:VVUS) appeared to get ahead of itself again earlier this year, as hype in the obesity market reached a fever pitch.
Apple Inc (AAPL) Needs To Strike While The Iron Is Hot
Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL), the well-known tech company, is currently a top player in the mobile and PC device markets.
5 Gold Stocks to Buy as Prices Continue Upward
Gold stocks are still solid bets given the expected rise in gold prices.
The Walgreen, CVS, Express Scripts Fallout Continues
Express Scripts Holding Company (NASDAQ:ESRX), the largest pharmacy benefit manager in the U.S., tumbled 15% on reduced guidance for 2013.
Is Time Warner Cable a Good Investment?
Time Warner Cable Inc (NYSE:TWC) saw its stock drop almost 6% on the news that the cable-television company missed 3Q earnings estimates, with EPS coming in at $1.41, below the...
5 Stocks That Killed Hedge Funds Last Week
We have identified five stocks that had absolutely horrible days last week.
5 Financial Stocks with Unexpectedly High Dividend Yields
We have identified five high-dividend paying financial stocks that we believe can provide stable income amid a tough economic backdrop, and during a time when financials have ...
This Billionaire Is Bullish On The Auto Industry
Visteon Corporation (NYSE:VC) saw billionaire hedge fund manager Steven Cohen increase his firm's stake in the stock last week.
This ‘Fab Five’ Made Hedge Funds Millions Last Week
We have identified five stocks that had absolutely fantastic days last week.
IBM: Buying Big Blue Before the Big Boom
International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE:IBM) saw its stock take an almost 10% plunge after reporting 3Q earnings.
5 Dividend Stocks That Could Fool You
We have identified five dividend paying stocks that have a short interest of around 20% or more.
Should Carl Icahn Move On From Chesapeake?
Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NYSE:CHK) posted earnings of $0.10 a share, meeting estimates, but well below the same quarter last year of $1.23.
Hedge Funds are Making Millions in Apparel, Can You Do The Same?
PVH Corp (NYSE:PVH) made some big money for funds a few days ago when it announced it would bring together the Calvin Klein underwear, jean and sportswear lines together by purchasing...
Starbucks (SBUX): This Coffee Company is a Hot Commodity
Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) released 2Q results that were better than expected, sending the company up over 8% shortly after financials were made public.
Google Inc (GOOG) Plans to Break Vringo
Google Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG) and Vringo, Inc. (NYSEAMEX:VRNG) are still at trial over whether Google has infringed upon one of Vringo’s patents.
This Hedge Fund Was a Beast Last Quarter
We track over 400 funds and investors, and have calculated the value-weighted returns for all funds in the 1500 largest stocks, while compiling a list of the top performing funds...
MasterCard vs. Visa, What’s the Better Investment?
The consumer finance industry should see a rebound in the credit markets, although this might not be the best news for the likes of card transaction companies Mastercard Inc (...
5 Well-Priced Stocks with Growing Dividends
Dividends can be very attractive in a low rate environment, such as the one we currently find ourselves in, where the Fed has vowed to keep target rates low through mid-2015.
5 Solid Dividend Plays in the Insurance Industry
Dividends can be very attractive in a low rate environment, such as the one we currently find ourselves in, where the Fed has vowed to keep target rates low through mid-2015.
Eastman, Dow, DuPont: Betting on a Global Recovery with Chemicals
Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) was up over 12% last week as earnings beat expectations. The company posted EPS of $1.57, while consensus estimates were at $1.42 a share.
Peabody, Alpha, Arch: What’s the Best Investment in the Coal Industry?
Arch Coal Inc (NYSE:ACI), the U.S.'s second largest coal producer, accounts for 15% of total American coal production.
Apple Inc (AAPL), Google Inc (GOOG), Facebook Inc (FB): RIM is Late to the Party Again
Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL) is getting back in the music game after shutting down its iTunes integrated music listening platform, Ping, last month.
Home Depot, Lowe’s Among Those Making The Most Out Of Hurricane Sandy
As Hurricane Sandy ripped across the East Coast yesterday, leaving behind a trail of damaged homes and wrecked commercial space, the rebuilding process should to be long and vast...
Chubb, Allstate, Progressive: What’s an Insurance Stock’s Worst Enemy?
Hurricane Sandy is undoubtedly on everyone's minds, including property and casualty insurance companies.
Is Sears’s Turnaround Taking It In The Right Direction?
Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:SHLD) saw its stock climb over 13% last week, and over 6% on Friday, October 26th alone.
Is Cabot Oil & Gas a Good Investment?
After a strong earnings announcement by Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation (NYSE:COG) the stock was up over 10%.
Why Cisco (CSCO) Needs a Key Acquisition
Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) is a giant in the communications technology industry, with a market cap around $90 billion.
5 Stocks That Had Hedge Funds Jumping For Joy This Week
We have identified five stocks that had absolutely fantastic days on Thursday.
This Hedge Fund Made 14% Last Quarter
We track over 400 funds and investors, and have calculated the value-weighted returns for all funds in the 1500 largest stocks, while compiling a list of the top performing funds...
Crocs, Deckers: These Billionaires Need a New Pair of Shoes
Shoe companies Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ:CROX) and Deckers Outdoor Corp (NASDAQ:DECK) are down over 20% this week.
A Thursday to Forget for These Hedge Funds
We have identified five stocks that had absolutely horrible days on Thursday.
