From a timeline perspective, Moderna (NASDAQ: MRNA) and Inovio Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INO) are close rivals in the race to develop a vaccine for COVID-19. Moderna was the first to start human trials in March, and Inovio began its human trial less than a month later.
The novel coronavirus pandemic has led to a surge in internet traffic thanks to the shift toward telecommuting and online education, as well as a bump in video gaming and streaming video demand on account of shelter-in-place orders and lockdowns.
It's no secret that COVID-19 has been hammering the economy since cases started multiplying back in March. Not only have investment portfolios dropped, but retirement plan values have sunk across the board. In light of that, it's not surprising to learn that 89% of employed and
Founded nearly 40 years ago, Cheniere Energy (NYSEMKT: LNG) is one of the largest American liquefied natural gas (LNG) producers and exporters. The company has been instrumental in increasing U.S. capacity for LNG exports to countries in Europe and Asia that are interested in tr
It has been about a month since the last earnings report for ImmunoGen (IMGN). Shares have added about 14.7% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.
It has been about a month since the last earnings report for Imperial Oil (IMO). Shares have lost about 3.5% in that time frame, underperforming the S&P 500.
It has been about a month since the last earnings report for LyondellBasell (LYB). Shares have added about 10% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.
It has been about a month since the last earnings report for Phillips 66 (PSX). Shares have added about 7% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.
It has been about a month since the last earnings report for Phillips 66 Partners LP (PSXP). Shares have added about 5% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.
It has been about a month since the last earnings report for Johnson Controls (JCI). Shares have added about 7.9% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.
If you're like me, you missed the more than 1,500% run in MercadoLibre (NASDAQ: MELI) stock over the last decade. While there have been plenty of other investments that have provided massive upside, Latin America's e-commerce and digital payments leader has been an especially bi
The global oil market is in a state of disarray thanks to multiple factors, most notably the impact of COVID-19. That's sent the energy sector reeling, with bankruptcies, spending cuts, and cost containment efforts all viable avenues for companies looking to get through this his
Spotify Technology (NYSE: SPOT) and T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) are on a roll this year. Both companies reported earnings growth in the first quarter despite the economic slowdown brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) is one of the top toy brands in the world, known for classic icons like Barbie and Hot Wheels. But its share price has fallen 67% over the last five years. Weak demand and bloated costs have weighed on the company's performance, but a new CEO took over in 2
The rapid ascent of Shopify's (NYSE: SHOP) stock price has been remarkable. After a monster climb through 2019, the stock is close to doubling again year to date. Investors are more bullish on the company's prospects after it reported another quarter of 47% revenue growth as mor
Earlier this year, Forbes magazine rated Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) as the most valuable brand in the world for the 10th straight year. That's pretty impressive for a company that's focused on technology, an industry in which things can change at light speed. Yet Apple has gotten to b
Millions of Americans are struggling financially during the COVID-19 crisis -- specifically, those who have lost work or income since the pandemic took hold. But not everyone is in a tight spot financially these days. In fact, a recent TD Ameritrade survey found that plenty of
Canopy Growth (NYSE: CGC) shares aren't anywhere close to their levels in late 2018 and early 2019 as the Canadian adult-use recreational marijuana market was first launching. But investors who bought early and held on have still enjoyed tremendous returns.
Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK) isn't the best-known airline nationally, but for years it has quietly been one of the industry's top performers, flying passengers up and down the west coast and blanketing the Pacific Northwest with flights.