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Apple squares off with the FBI. Investors bid Priceline higher. Wal-Mart stumbles. And Boston Beer falls flat. Our analysts discuss those stories and share three stocks on their radar. Plus, hedge fund manager Jeff Gramm shares some insights from his new book, Dear Chairman: Boardroom Battles and the Rise of Shareholder Activism.

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It's time to face your bad habits and take control of your spending. Laura interviews money-saving expert, Andrea Woroch, for savvy shopping tips to protect your finances and save more money. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1PXjXkB

Disney slips on concerns over ESPN. Pepsi serves up a dividend increase. Panera serves up an earnings surprise. Tesla revs up on future guidance. And TripAdvisor takes flight. Our analysts discuss those stories and share some stocks on their radar. Plus, Wharton professor Adam Grant offers up some original insight from his book, Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World.

 

 

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Guest Dan Fincke author of the blog Camels with Hammers. We talk about philosophy, religion and finding your way out.
The investing skeptically segment covers BDC's - Business Development Companies. You can lose 11% or more just to buy in!

Ready to improve your credit scores? Laura answers credit questions from podcast listeners and readers. She explains what a secured credit card is, where to find one, and how to use the account to build or repair your credit no matter your situation. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1PXjMpo

LinkedIn plummets on weak first quarter guidance. Alphabet surpasses Apple in the race to a trillion dollar market cap. GoPro reports some not so sporty earnings. And Conoco Phillips cuts its dividend. Our analysts discuss those stories and share some stocks on their radar. Plus, ESPN analyst Andrew Brandt talks about the business of football. 

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Laura explains what private mortgage insurance (PMI) is and how to avoid paying it in the first place. If you’re already paying PMI, you’ll learn your rights for getting rid of it as quickly as possible so you can lower your mortgage payment and save more money. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1nWYEql

Laura interviews Rod Griffin, Experian's director of public education, about a variety of important topics that will help you build and maintain excellent credit, no matter your financial situation. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1M6sseF

Special guest is Leighann Lord. She has been doing stand up comedy for many years and has been seen on: ABC, Lifetime, Comedy Central, HBO, VH1 and many more channels. She talks about her book and her TV show with Neil deGrasse Tyson.
Investing Skeptically - Free stock picks, the value of stock analysts and phone scams.

Facebook reports record earnings thanks to strong growth in advertising. Microsoft connects with its cloud business. Apple loses some of its shine after projecting a decline in revenues. And McDonald's brings home the bacon thanks to all-day breakfast. Our analysts discuss the week's top business stories and share some stocks on their radar.

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