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Netflix Just Showed Why the Disney Divorce Doesn't Matter
Netflix Inc (NASDAQ: NFLX) shares sold off last week after Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS) said it would launch its own streaming service in 2019 and pull its movies from Netflix. Disney, which owns....
Fall Comes Early at Disney World
It may still be hot as blazes outside, but Disney's (NYSE: DIS) ready to leave summer behind at the world's most visited theme-park resort. Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party kicks off next....
Why Theater Chains Are Tanking
The box office was down only 4.3% from last year, but major movie-theater chains, like AMC (NYSE: AMC) and Cinemark (NYSE: CNK), are down huge double-digit percentages.In this clip from Industry....
A Slow Summer Blockbuster Season Is Hurting the Movie Industry (but Not Too Much)
Headlines across the media are forecasting the doom of the movie industry, but it's way too soon to write a eulogy just yet. In this clip from Industry Focus: Consumer Goods, host Vincent Shen and....
Why Zoe's Kitchen, Inc. Stock Dropped Today
Shares of Zoe's Kitchen Inc. (NYSE: ZOES) dropped as much as 12.6% on Friday despite better-than-expected second-quarter results from the fast-casual restaurant chain.More specifically, Zoe's....
Why Snap Stock Is Jumping Today
It's been a busy week for Snap (NYSE: SNAP). Following a lock-up expiration on Monday, which included a modest amount of insider selling, and an analyst upgrade, shares have largely stabilized in....
DISH Goes to War With Local ABC Affiliate, Arms Customers With Digital Antennas
Financial disputes between broadcast or cable networks and pay-television providers have often resulted in channels going dark in local markets. Cable and satellite companies pay each channel a fee in
10 Fast-Food Restaurants With the Highest Customer Satisfaction
Image source: Getty Images.Customer satisfaction is critical to any restaurant's long-term success. Diners who are thrilled with their experiences tend to become repeat visitors, while also
How Wynn Resorts Ltd. Makes Most of Its Money
Wynn Resorts Ltd. (NASDAQ: WYNN) is one of the smallest gaming companies on the market in terms of the number of resorts it owns. There's the flagship in Las Vegas, Wynn Macau on the Macau Peninsula
4 Reasons Why I Love Las Vegas Sands Corp.
Shares of Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) have slipped about 7% after hitting a multi-year high of $66 in mid-June. That decline was caused by a crackdown on corruption and money laundering in its top
3 Growth Stocks for the Long Term
Companies that can grow over a long period of time can also make for incredibly profitable investments. But finding such growth stocks may be harder than it seems. We asked three Motley Fool investors
Why Zoe's Kitchen, Inc. Stock Popped Today
Shares of Zoe's Kitchen Inc. (NYSE: ZOES) were up 9.2% as of 3:30 p.m. EDT Thursday after an analyst upgraded shares of the Mediterranean-themed fast-casual restaurant chain ahead of its
Disruptor Alert: These 3 Companies Are Changing the Travel Industry
All work and no play isn't just a recipe for disaster if you're maintaining Stanley Kubrick's Overlook Hotel during the off-season. Everyone needs some time to disconnect, and there's no shortage of
3 Stocks That Could Soar More Than McDonald's
When it comes to restaurant stocks, few companies have done more for their long-term investors than McDonald's (NYSE: MCD). In the last decade, shares of the Golden Arches have provided investors with
Fast-Food Innovation War Moves to Breakfast
Over the past few years, a number of fast-food chains have been trying to outdo each other when it comes to menu innovation. You can largely thank Yum! Brands' (NYSE: YUM) Taco Bell for creating the
McDonald's Bulls Need a Reality Check
McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) has reinvigorated its business in the United States and globally. That has happened partially through menu innovation and partly through technology.The company, which reported a
Why Zoe's Kitchen Inc Stock Popped Today
Shares of Zoe's Kitchen Inc (NYSE: ZOES) were moving higher on Wednesday in anticipation of tomorrow morning's earnings report. The stock was up as much as 11.1% today, ultimately settling with gains
Is Chipotle Becoming a Value Stock?
Following a another round of food safety issues, this time an outbreak of norovirus and reports of mice in a restaurant, shares of fast-casual chain Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) have plunged to
$10 a Month Can Buy You a Daily Movie Theater Ticket. Is It Too Good to Be True?
At first glance, MoviePass seems like an offer that's great for moviegoers, and perhaps theater owners, but terrible for the company offering it. For $9.95 a month, MoviePass offers members one ticket
The 1 Sign Showing Shake Shack Is in Real Trouble
It's deja vu all over again for Shake Shack (NYSE: SHAK). For the second time in a row, the better burger chain is reporting lower same-store sales, and while management wants you to ignore the drop
3 Stocks That Could Soar More Than Priceline
Long-term investors in the Priceline Group (NASDAQ: PCLN) are sitting pretty. Anyone smart enough to pick up shares of the travel giant a decade ago is currently sitting on a gain of more than 2,310%
Why Wynn Resorts Is Still a Growth Stock
Shares of Wynn Resorts (NASDAQ: WYNN) have surged 55% higher in 2017, driven by a recovery in Macau and renewed confidence that projects in Las Vegas and Boston will pay off in the end. And with
After the "Dark Tower" Flop: Grading Sony's 2017 Box Office Performance So Far
Hollywood has had a disappointing summer at the box office, with domestic ticket sales down roughly 12% compared to the same stretch in 2016, and movie theaters certainly didn't get much help from
2 Very Different Market Reactions to Priceline and TripAdvisor's Strong Quarters
In this Motley Fool Money podcast segment, host Chris Hill, Million Dollar Portfolio's Jason Moser, and Total Income's Ron Gross discuss the online travel agencies' earnings results, which were solid
Why Wynn Resorts, Extreme Networks, and Calumet Specialty Products Partners Jumped Today
Major benchmarks didn't make any big moves on Tuesday, as market participants largely turned their attention toward the latest maneuverings among Wall Street's institutional investors. Quarterly