When One Company Buys Another What Happens to Stocks
It depends on the deal price and perceived value. If the acquirer pays more than the target’s market value, the target’s stock often rises on news while the acquirer’s may rise or fall based on whether investors view the deal as smart. Overpaying or poor returns can drive the acquirer down.
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Unrealized gain defined as paper profit on unsold investments
An unrealized gain is the theoretical profit on holdings not yet sold. If Tattoo Advertising Co. stock bought at 40 is worth 48, the gain is 8 per share, but only realized after sale. Farm Dogs Inc. at 19 from 15 also shows unrealized gains until sold.
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Name That Company Trivia Origin and Growth
The quiz traces a company that began as a Cincinnati grocery in 1883 with $372, introduced a bakery in 1901, and grew into a global retailer with over 2,600 locations in 34 states and 375,000 employees. It operates grocery and department stores plus discount and convenience outlets, with brands such as City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less, Fred Meyer, Fry's, Harris Teeter, Jay C, King Soopers, QFC, Ralphs, Smith's, and its famous name, pulling over $100 billion yearly.
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Mutual funds and ETFs offer simple market exposure
The piece argues mutual funds or ETFs provide easy diversification and solid results if fees are reasonable. It notes stocks typically average about 10 percent annual long term returns, which can grow wealth substantially over 25 years, and suggests index funds track broad market indices to capture that return.
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Learning from penny stock pump and dump schemes
A reader recalls a painful penny stock pump and dump scam, shares how distraction and too-good-to-be-true promises led to loss, and cautions investors to avoid unsolicited emails and hype. The Motley Fool invites readers to submit their own costly lessons for a chance to win.
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Mobile apps offer free investing guidance for Android and iPhone users. Access tips, market insights, and practical steps to start or refine portfolio strategies on the move. Easier budgeting, quick research, and actionable ideas accompany real time updates.
Realty Income stock earns solid dividend with long leases
Realty Income Corp. owns about 4,300 retail properties with 98 percent occupancy and triple net leases. The REIT has raised its dividend 75 times since 1994, offers a 4.8 percent yield, and aims for steady monthly payout backed by long-term leases and a 10.4 year average remaining term.
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Reit) Realty Income Corp
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Sherwin Williams paints a path to 1866 roots and global reach
Based in Cleveland since 1866 the company began offering ready to use paint. With over 40,000 employees and 4,100 locations it is the largest U S paints and coatings maker with more than 10 billion dollars in annual sales. Brands include Sherwin Williams Dutch Boy Krylon Minwax and Thompson's Water Seal. Stock has averaged about 17 percent annual gains over two decades.
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Marathon shopping hours fuel holiday spending game plan
Major retailers like Macy's Toys R Us and Kohl's extend hours to near round the clock shopping. Kohl's runs 132 hours straight to Christmas Eve down from 108 hours last year. Experts note deals drive purchases even as margins shrink and shoppers seek discounts amid wage stagnation and lower gas prices.
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Mortgage Rate Details for Lenders and Public
Notice urges financial institutions to fax information to 440 329 7282. It warns rates vary by point systems and advises contacting lenders for specifics. Mentions APR as yearly credit cost and notes rates subject to change without notice. References FHA or VA financing possibilities.
Oil price drop fuels relief but signals global slowdown
The national gas price average slides to 2.55 a gallon in 81 straight declines, the lowest since October 2009, saving U S households about 100 dollars monthly while heating oil and jet fuel fall. Economists warn weaker global demand could offset consumer gains and depress state and oil-exporting budgets.
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