Alcoa kicks off earnings season, but it’s biotech Illumina that in the spotlight (and not for good reasons).  Bill Barker and Bill Mann from Motley Fool Funds discuss those stories plus Samsung’s decision to kill the Galaxy Note 7, Warren Buffett’s response to Donald Trump, a couple of tangents and more.

Earnings season officially kicks off this week.  Jason Moser and Taylor Muckerman discuss why Buffalo Wild Wings and Hi Crush Partners need a hit quarter more than most.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag and share highlights from our member event in Boston.

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Constellation Brands hits a new all-time high after an impressive 2nd-quarter.  Bill Barker from Motley Fool Funds analyzes that story, plus Manhattan housing prices, class action lawsuits, restricted stock units, the fantastic color names for Google’s new phone and more.

Google reveals its latest products, while Facebook reveals the greatest threat eBay has ever faced. Plus M&A rumors swirl around Disney and Netflix.

Cabela’s is taken private by Bass Pro Shops at a 40% premium. Tesla Motors’ latest delivery numbers have Wall Street feeling bullish.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss what investors should do when they’re feeling bearish about a company.

Pepsi’s 3rd quarter was strong thanks to Frito-Lay. TD Ameritrade rises on reports it may buy out rival Scottrade.  And Medtronic gets FDA approval for an artificial pancreas.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag with Bill Mann and Bryan Hinmon from Motley Fool Funds.  Thanks to Pearl Auto for supporting this episode. Go to http://PearlAuto.com/Fool to get free 2-day shipping!

Nike nails analyst expectations but falls short of future orders, while the future is now for Elon Musk and SpaceX. Plus ABInbev has gotten approval for its acquisition of SABMiller in the 3rd largest deal in public markets history. Thanks to Pearl Auto for supporting this episode. Go to PearlAuto.com/Fool to get FREE 2-day shipping!

If you want to hear about last night’s Presidential debate, you’ll have to go somewhere else.  Today we’re discussing Kroger’s 52-week low (as grocery prices continue to fall), Carnival Cruise Line’s rise after a big 3rd-quarter, and we dip into the Fool Mailbag.  Thanks to Pearl Auto for supporting this episode.  Go to http://PearlAuto.com/Fool  to get free 2-day shipping.

Yahoo reportedly waited 2 years to tell Verizon about a massive data hack.  How will Verizon respond?  And why is Williams-Sonoma subsidiary West Elm entering the hotel business?  Investor-At-Large Tim Hanson discusses those stories and more as we dip into the Fool Mailbag.

AutoZone continues to be in the zone.  The Federal Reserve leaves rates unchanged.  Ascena Retail has a horrible week.  Plus, we dip into the Fool Mailbag and discuss the booming recreational vehicle business in the Hoosier State.

FedEx reports a solid quarter, while General Mills reports yet another disappointment. Meanwhile, Exxon Mobil has caught the attention of the SEC in an investigation that could have far-reaching consequences.

Democrats and Republicans come together to rake Wells Fargo’s CEO over the coals. And as Berkshire-Hathaway owns 10% of Wells Fargo, Warren Buffett’s silence on the state of Wells Fargo does not go unnoticed.  Plus, two vacations stocks take their dividends in different directions and Kellogg issues a recall on whole wheat waffles.

Once again cable and streaming networks dominate the Emmy Awards.  Can broadcast networks reverse the trend?  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss dollar cost averaging, and index funds vs. individual stocks.

Uncle Joe Magyer returns from Down Under!  We discuss the incredible winning streak of Australia’s stock market, why he avoids the big banks, the role of commodities, and why he’s a fan of Atlassian Corp.

Bayer and Monsanto are joining forces in a gigantic merger, Twitter is breaking into the world of television, and Burger King continues to innovate.

Middle class incomes rise, Wells Fargo shares fall, and we dip into the Fool Mailbag. Bill Barker and Bill Mann from Motley Fool Funds analyze those stories, especially large bribes in Russia, and the business of renting large animals for special events.

Potash Corp. and Agrium merge into a $36 billion agri-giant.  Pandora shares rise on reports of a new streaming service, as Amazon gets ready for a new music offering of its own.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag.

We analyze Apple’s big event, including the new iPhone 7 features and the new version of the Apple Watch.  David Kretzmann and Aaron Bush analyze Liberty Media’s purchase of Formula One Racing and Tesla Motor’s ongoing battle with state governments.  Plus, happy 50th anniversary Star Trek!

Activist investor Bill Ackman buys nearly 10% of Chipotle. The CEO of Hormel Foods gets ready to wrap up an amazing 10-year run. Fool Funds analyst Bill Barker discusses those stories and shares why Dave & Buster’s might be as good a bellwether stock as any for gauging the U.S. economy.

Canadian pipeline Enbridge is buying Spectra Energy for $28 billion, creating the largest energy infrastructure company in North America. 3-D printing stocks rise on GE’s latest deal.  PayPal strikes a deal with MasterCard.  Plus, we preview Apple’s iPhone event.

Shares of Campbell’s Soup fall on a disappointing quarter. Analyst Bill Barker pours over the latest results from Land’s End and Shoe Carnival.  Plus, we go off on tangents including This American Life, using carrots as a weapon, and the late, great Gene Wilder.

The Dozens weigh in on Uber! Analyst Simon Erickson sifts through listener's reactions to Uber's business prospects, which are now complicated by the fact that Google is testing a ride-sharing program in San Francisco.  Plus we discuss Fitbit and our new daily feature for Amazon Echo owners.

Abercrombie announces poor earnings, surprising nobody, while Mondelez announces it’s not going to pursue a merger with Hershey & Co. Plus the EU has Apple lined up in its sights, so what should shareholders do about it?

The billionaire slap-fight over Herbalife continues. Mylan rolls out a generic EpiPen. The FAA releases new rules for flying drones. And our invitation to Fredtoberfest arrives!!

WorkDay hits a new high. 5G is coming, but which companies will benefit most? Simon Erickson analyzes those stories, the current landscape for “The Internet of Things”, and the latest financials from Uber.

Tesla now produces on of the fastest cars in the world, but who cares? And we celebrate Tim Cook’s 5 year anniversary as CEO of Apple by taking some listener questions from Twitter.

Best Buy shares spike on strong 2nd-quarter profits. Ron Gross analyzes Best Buy’s relative strength, as well as a new report on the restaurant industry. Plus, we dip into the Fool Mailbag.

Walmart’s same-store sales grow for the 8th quarter in a row.  L Brands grow their comps as well.  Plus we discuss the Federal Reserve’s move to Facebook and update the McDonald’s fitness-trackers-in-Happy-Meals story.

Target and Lowe’s struggle with earnings while Wal-Mart struggles to find a way to beat Amazon. Meanwhile, McDonald’s makes the worst business move any fast food company can make.

Home Depot’s record quarter runs into great expectations.  Dick’s Sporting Goods hits a 52-week high.  And Hain Celestial plummets after delaying the release of its latest earnings report.

Google rethinks its Fiber rollout plan.  Twitter rises on reports of a partnership with Apple TV. And speaking of Apple, CEO Tim Cook talks taxes and augmented reality. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag.

Alibaba and Macy’s announced earnings early Thursday, illustrating the different paths retailers are taking in the e-commerce age. Plus SolarCity announces that they’re building a solar-powered roof.

Walt Disney rises despite continuing struggles in its TV division.  Michael Kors gets cautious. Tim Hanson analyzes those stories and shares insights into his latest article “The Margin of Danger.”

Earnings from retailers like Coach, Gap, and Wayfair help illustrate just how crazy the retail industry can get. Plus we attempt our first ever Twitter Mailbag to answer some great questions from our listeners.

Vail Resorts hits a new high after buying the largest ski area in North America.  Wal-Mart buys Jet.com in a $3 billion dollar attempt to get stronger at e-commerce.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag.

Fool Funds portfolio managers Bill Mann and Bryan Hinmon analyze Tesla Motors latest results and whether there’s a bubble in restaurant stocks.  Plus, Bryan share the three key signs he looks for when he’s shorting a stock.

Fitbit shares pop 10%. Electronic Arts surprises Wall Street with a quarterly profit. And Time Warner’s results aren’t as interesting as buying a stake in Hulu. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag.

Earnings news from Cognex and SodaStream sent shares up today, while despite good news at Texas Roadhouse shares there have sold off. Plus a new world record has been set in the most intense race known to man—the Beer Mile.

CBS gets it done by going over the top.  Tesla Motors closes the deal for SolarCity.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag and try to get everyone to relax about what’s going to happen in August.

Ford sinks 10% for many, many reasons.  Facebook’s mobile ad revenue continues to astonish.  Colgate-Palmolive puts up decent results in a tough environment.

Apple sold a ton of iPhones, but it’s the growth in services that has Wall Street talking. Twitter’s struggles continue, while Buffalo Wild Wings posts solid results in advance of the NFL season.

Under Armour’s 2nd-quarter profit sinks 58%. Restaurants get a sweeping downgrade. Plus, we ask the question “Didn’t ANYONE listen to what we said about Nintendo??”

Verizon pays $4.8 billion for Yahoo’s core assets.  Boston Beer rises by beating low expectations for the 2nd quarter. Plus highlights from our recent excursions to Portugal, Connecticut and Canada.

Even though it’s more than 20 years old, Amazon still operates like a start-up.  As we wrap up “Deep Dive Week”, Matt Argersinger analyzes the retail giant and shares why international revenue growth is one of the key metrics he likes.

Ron Gross analyzes the various business units of Berkshire-Hathaway and shares why the company’s book value is a key metric.  Plus, what happens when Warren Buffett steps down?

In the span of 12 years Facebook has gone from start-up to global domination.  Jeff Fischer shares why he’s not concerned with Facebook’s expenses and is more interested in revenue-per-user.

It’s Deep Dive Week!  Simon Erickson analyzes the business of Alphabet, including the key metrics he looks at, the main drivers of the business, and the potential for new initiatives.

JP Morgan reports strong profits, while Yum Brands’ quarter could be described as puissant. Plus we analyze pending details in the agribusiness and retail industries.

Amazon sold a boatload of stuff yesterday. Kinder Morgan and Southern strike a natural gas pipeline deal. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag.

Pokemon Go’s instant popularity sends shares of Nintendo up 60%. Jeff Fischer breaks down an options trade and shares his outlook on financials heading into earnings season.  Plus, we discuss Tom Gardner’s walk for DC Prep. For more details go to 131.fool.com

UFC takes mixed-martial arts to the next level as several groups combine to buy it for $4 billion. Twitter goes for more live video programming, Amazon gears up for Prime Day, and we’ve got 3 companies to watch this earnings season.

French conglomerate Danone doubles its U.S. business by buying WhiteWave Foods for $10 billion. Costco’s June sales surprises Wall Street. Plus we continue to search for Lululemon Athletica’s missing board member and preview Baidu’s next report.

One of Chipotle’s top executives is charged with cocaine possession. Starbucks raises prices for the 3rd July in a row. Plus, we gear up for earnings season.

Tesla Motors falls short on Q2 deliveries. What does Kevin Durant’s move to Golden State mean for Nike and Under Armour?  Plus, we celebrate Hostess Brands’ return to the public markets.

Hershey’s soars on a buyout bid from Mondelez International. McCormick hits a new high while Darden Restaurants sinks on weak guidance. Plus we analyze defensive stocks and overrated spices.

Nike’s 4th-quarter sales are light but the company’s in good shape for the Summer Olympics. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag and discuss Kellogg’s new cereal café in NYC.

Carnival cruises to an earnings beat. Restaurant traffic takes a dip.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to debate the pros & cons of share buybacks.

Brexit fallout continues. The sports TV rights bubble is still there, but doesn’t look like it’s going to burst anytime in the next five years.  Plus, we offer Wedding Day advice to a MarketFoolery regular.

The Brexit vote is underway! Bed, Bath & Beyond hits a 5-year low while Barnes & Noble unveils its new secret weapon: alcohol.

Tesla Motors makes a $2.8 billion bid for SolarCity, but Wall Street isn’t wild about the deal. Plus we discuss the FAA’s new regulations for drones, the relative merits of buying stocks at attractive prices, and Tyson Foods’ hot dog giveaway!

Netflix’s price hike gives shareholders mixed emotions, the future of AI is now, and Lululemon’s longest tenured board member is nowhere to be found.

“Finding Dory” gives Walt Disney shareholders 136 million reasons to smile, LinkedIn releases its first “Top Attractors” list, Tribune Publishing rebrands as “tronc”, and Dan Boyd returns from his trip!

Morgan Housel analyzes the state of distraction facing investors, and shares what he learned buying a house.

What is an investor to do now that the Brexit seems like a distinct probability? Plus Apple’s developer conference falls flat, Valeant struggles to find a new direction for its business, and the tech industry is ripe for consolidation.

With the UK set to vote next week, Tim Hanson analyzes the pros & cons of Brexit, a potential merger in the fantasy sports industry, and investing in guacamole.

Microsoft buys LinkedIn for $26.2 billion. Citron Research makes a case for shorting Facebook. Plus, stock market trivia! For video highlights of our Fool Fest Digital Pass go to http://digitalpass.fool.com/foolery

J.M. Smucker hits an all-time high while Restoration Hardware sinks to an all-time low. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss dividend aristocrats.  To get a sneak preview of our Fool Fest Digital Pass, go to http://digitalpass.fool.com/foolery

Wall Street’s having fun with Dave & Buster’s latest earnings report. Amazon invests another $3 billion in India. T-Mobile unveils a plan to turn customers into shareholders.

Thor Industries hits a new high after strong Q3 results.  LDR Holding spikes 63% after being bought by Zimmer Biomet. We analyze those stories, dip into the Fool Mailbag, and reminisce about Muhammad Ali and George Foreman.

Which U.S. cable company is most hated by customers? Why did Devon Energy sell $1 billion worth of assets? And what separates Under Armour’s share classes?

SodaStream launches a beer line. Lululemon athletica founder Chip Wilson returns with a vengeance. Plus, we examine potential risks with Markel’s business.

Michael Kors pops after its latest report. Lands’ End treads water. Plus we navigate the sports apparel industry and get a head start on National Doughnut Day.

Volkswagen posts a surprising profit. Starbucks gets serious about iced coffee. Plus we discuss whether social media can be successful with e-commerce and share highlights from our Memorial Day weekends.

In what could be a disastrous mistake, Chris Hill and Bill Barker play a round of “Buy, Sell or Hold?”. Topics covered include Ponzi schemes, baseball, travel, and a live-action version of “Rudolph, The Red-Nosed Reindeer.”

Fool Funds analyst Bill Barker dissects why Intuit is beating H&R Block, why Tiffany continues to struggle, and why everyone knew Microsoft’s acquisition of Nokia wouldn’t work. Plus, we gear up for the start of Memorial Day weekend.

Best Buy impresses investors this quarter but is already disappointing them next quarter, while GoPro and Red Bull enter into a mutually beneficial arrangement. Plus our analysts take a deep dive into the struggling restaurant industry and pick out some companies that they think have what it takes to survive.

Shares of Church & Dwight (parent company of Trojan Brands) spike on buyout rumors. Is someone trying to corner the global condom market?  Meanwhile, America grapples with an oversupply of cheese. Plus, we analyze the latest earnings from Lowe’s and Target.

Is YouTube really worth $75 billion as a stand-alone business?  Plus we analyze Home Depot’s latest quarter and offer a preview of Fool Fest, our 2-day investing conference.

Quicken Loans founder Dan Gilbert teams up with Warren Buffett to make a bid for Yahoo’s core assets. Plus we analyze Berkshire-Hathaway’s purchase of Apple shares and Gannett increasing its bid for Tribune Publishing.

General retail gets hit again, while restaurant stocks continue to serve up strong returns. Plus we discuss Wal-Mart’s new service and a media tour of NYC.  Thanks to Audible for supporting this episode! Get a free 30-day trial at audible.com/fool.

Disney announced a rare earnings miss this week, but the company still has a lot to offer investors--unfortunately that may not be true for beleaguered retailers Macy’s and Fossil. Meanwhile a judge has called off the Staples and Office Depot merger, leaving the two companies high and dry.

Morgan Housel shares insights from an investing conference in Montreal.  Chris Hill shares a preview of ESPN’s next documentary “OJ: Made In America”.

Lending Club tanks after the CEO resigns. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts gets a sweet buyout. Plus we discuss Microsoft’s move to increase transparency for individual investors.  Thanks to Audible for supporting this episode! Get a free 30-day trial at audible.com/fool.

Bill Barker & Bryan Hinmon from Motley Fool Funds analyze the latest results from Whole Foods, L Brands and Weight Watchers. Bryan explains what an “and” stock is and we try to make sense of Tribune Publishing’s latest move.

Zillow’s optimism sends shares up double-digits. Priceline guidance is tepid, but is the company sandbagging?  Plus we dip into the Fool  Mailbag and celebrate Star Wars Day.

The team takes a look at earnings from The New York Times and Grubhub, two very different companies with some surprising parallels. Plus they dive into the future of Apple and if Tim Cook is to blame for the stock’s recent problems.

We sift through the wreckage of the now-defunctHalliburton/Baker Hughes deal. Hulu makes the battle for the livingroom more interesting, and we discuss the newest player in theathletic apparel industry: Uncle Martian.  For a free copy ofour new 401k guide, go to http://401k.Fool.com

Morgan Housel shares his thoughts on Priceline needing a new CEO, which U.S. presidents are best for the stock market, and why investors should ignore election predictions.

Australia’s economy is on a 25-year bull run.  Motley Fool AU analyst Donny Buchanan shares the peril & promise of investing in Australia, how investors regard Big Banks, and why a 200-acre farm is considered small.

Earnings from BP continue to suffer half a decade after its spill in the Gulf, while The Container Store and Coach report earnings of their own. Plus the team speculates wildly about earnings from Chipotle and Apple after market close.

Halliburton delays its earnings call. Gannett makes a $815 million bid to gain even more control of the newspaper industry. Plus we look at the latest dance between automakers and dip into the Fool Mailbag.

Episode 1,000 features analysis of the latest earnings from Under Armour, DR Horton, Sherwin-Williams, Las Vegas Sands and Mattel. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag and share the “Uncle Joe” origin story!

Intel’s profits are overshadowed by the company’s job cuts. Intuitive Surgical hits a new high, while Coca-Cola’s sales fall for the 4th quarter in a row.

Netflix sinks 10% as Wall Street flees, but the future still looks bright. Illumina tanks while Johnson & Johnson hits a new high. Plus, we discuss one of the surprising finalists in the bidding for Yahoo.

The countdown to our 1,000th episode is on. We’ve got earnings from Hasbro and Pepsi, as Amazon unveils a monthly video plan. Plus, Fool podcasts are now on Spotify!

Delta Airlines and Bank of America kick off earnings season. PC sales fall for the 6th quarter in a row. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss whether it’s wise to short your own company.  For a free preview of our Motley Fool PRO service, just go to TryPro.Fool.com.

America’s largest coal company goes bankrupt, while railroad operator CSX sees far lower coal shipments. Bill Mann and Bill Barker from Motley Fool Funds discuss who dividend stocks are right for and why the healthy amount of alcohol depends on where you live.

Morgan Housel shares why investors love a good story, why good bets are still good after they go south, and his 1st memory of MarketFoolery.

Verizon may be the frontrunner, but the Daily Mail just entered the bidding for Yahoo’s core assets.  Plus we analyze Under Armour’s fall after The Masters and raise some questions about an upcoming beverage IPO.

L Brands (parent company of Victoria’s Secret) announces a restructuring. Motley Fool Funds analyst Bill Barker shares why L Brands has been the best stock in the apparel industry over the past 15 years. Plus we discuss Bed, Bath & Beyond, Wynn Resorts, and (of course) National Beer Day.