Pepsi’s strength in North America tops its huge one-time charge in Venezuela.  The Container Store’s quarterly profits fall 62%.  Plus, on the day McDonald’s launches its all-day breakfast menu we analyze whether the plan will soar or backfire.

Jack Dorsey is officially back for his 2nd stint as Twitter’s CEO.  How much of a honeymoon period will Wall Street give him?  Plus we analyze Tesla Motors’ latest deliveries and newest vehicle, American Apparel’s bankruptcy, and whether competitors belong in your portfolio.

Tim Hanson analyzes the grim landscape for investors interested in emerging markets. Plus we discuss his experience as a VW owner, potential names for Alcoa’s spin-off company, and why next Sunday morning will be miserable for us thanks to Hurricane Joaquin.

Ralph Lauren (the man) steps down as CEO of Ralph Lauren (the company), concluding a nearly 20-year run of market-beating returns.  Shares of The Gap fall as a key executive takes the CEO job at Ralph Lauren.  Plus we analyze Costco’s latest quarter and look back at Q3.

A recent article made the case that it’s wrong for Millennials to save & invest money. Columnist Morgan Housel stops by the studio to offer a polite rebuttal.  Plus we discuss energy prices, proxy voting, and the lure of going out for coffee.

Alcoa splits the company in two, but doesn’t have a name for one of the companies. Under Armour’s investment in golfer Jordan Spieth continues to pay off.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to make sense of Google’s different share classes.

New home sales look strong, but Caterpillar’s woeful quarter drags down the Dow.  Plus we discuss the latest iPhone reviews, electric vehicles, and the upcoming film “The Big Short”.

Groupon lays off 10% of employees as it tries to stay afloat. Instagram hits the 400-million user mark. Plus we discuss the state of GoPro, alternatives to cash, and Pope-inspired beers.

AutoZone continues to deliver strong earnings. Darden Restaurants increases sales for the 6th straight quarter.  Plus, Motley Fool Funds analyst Bill Barker weighs in on just how bad things are getting for Volkswagen.

VW gets busted for cheating on emissions test and faces up to $18 billion in fines.  Plus we discuss the business side of the Emmy Awards and the “Rule of 72”.

European telecom Altice buys Cablevision. Oracle’s cloud business is growing, but not enough to keep shares from falling.  Rite Aid falls 10% after its latest earnings report.  Plus, we discuss underrated and overrated items you can buy in a drug store.

FedEx disappoints. Hewlett-Packard lays off another 30,000 employees in advance of splitting the company next month.  And the two biggest beer companies in the world contemplate a merger.

Columnist Morgan Housel shares his thoughts on the Federal Reserve’s upcoming meeting, what a rise in interest rates means for investors, and why bond investors should be concerned.

Apple rises on an upbeat sales forecast for new iPhones.  Is Goldman Sachs correct in thinking oil could hit $20 a barrel?  Plus, we analyze McDonald’s move (finally!) to all-day breakfast and Amazon’s test of 1-hour alcohol delivery.

Lululemon Athletica falls after lowering guidance. We analyze the highlights from Apple’s product launch. Plus, we discuss Ambarella’s recent plunge and how long FireEye’s unprofitability should worry investors.

United Continental’s CEO suddenly resigns, but Wall Street appears unfazed.  Dave & Buster’s hits an all-time high, putting the stock in Shake Shack territory.  With the NFL season about to begin, we analyze the rising (and seemingly unstoppable) business of fantasy football.  Plus, we discuss the prospects for our fantasy team, televised darts, and the unheralded sport of sheep herding. 

We dip into the Fool Mailbag to analyze the best ways to diversify your portfolio, when to STOP researching a company, and how to decide when to add to a position.

After a rough month for investors Chris Hill reflects on the audacity of individual stock investing, his recent trip to northern California, what he learned inside Pixar Animation, and the poetry of Rudyard Kipling.

Tim Hanson discusses everything from ETF-based investments in Brazil and China, to specific global investments like Tencent Holdings.  He also shares why U.S. investors should read non-U.S. news every day.

There are opportunities to be had in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, but some investors shy away because of the “Sleep Factor”.  Industry Focus host Kristine Harjes analyzes the drug approval process and why every investor should take a close look at this industry.  She also shares two drugmaker stocks she likes right now, and introduces the term “bleeding event” to the conversation.

Chris Hill discusses key resources for investors, why he’s a fan of charts, and the investing lessons he recently learned from filmmaker Robert Rodriguez.

Ron Gross kicks off “Strategy Week” with a primer on value investing, including key metrics to look for and why management is a key factor in “deep value” investing.

A law firm urges the SEC to get rid of quarterly earnings reports. Should Elon Musk take a page from the Google/Alphabet playbook and restructure his companies under one roof?  Plus, we debate the pros and cons of investing in off-price retailers.

Brian Cornell caps his 1^st year as Target’s CEO with another strong quarter. Lowe’s 2^nd-quarter results are solid, not spectacular.  Plus we analyze Yum Brands’ new leadership in China and yet another new Colonel Sanders.

Wal-Mart hits a 52-week low while Home Depot soars to a new all-time high. We analyze the two retailers and dip into the Fool Mailbag to compare the recent performances of Berkshire-Hathaway and Markel.

A New York Times article on Amazon’s work conditions for white-collar employees puts the e-commerce giant in the spotlight. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss the best way to invest in a future rise in oil prices, explain Zillow’s massive stock drop and analyze Disney’s expansion plans for Star Wars theme parks.

The team takes a look at Wayfair and Keurig’s latest earnings reports, as well as Tesla’s newest stock offering and Twitter’s future. Plus they talk about the impending doom of the market thanks to the Death Cross.

Alibaba falls after 2^nd-quarter results. Apple deals with China’s currency moves. Plus Alex Scherer analyzes the most interesting part of Tesla Motors’ recent conference call as the battle for the road heats up.

Google stuns Wall Street with a corporate restructuring that includes renaming the company “Alphabet”.  Matt Argersinger and Jason Moser analyze the pros and cons of the move, including Google’s ability to invest in long-shot initiatives. Plus we discuss Shake Shake’s surprising profit and how short-sellers are helping to fuel the stock’s rise.

Berkshire-Hathaway shells out $37 billion for Precision Castparts, but Wall Street seems unimpressed. Neiman Marcus posts strong online sales as it gears up to go public. Plus we analyze Under Armour’s new partnership with the NBA and Twitter’s new deal with the NFL.

Are computers getting it wrong this earnings season? Did anyone foresee Disney’s stock falling this much? And what are we missing about the rise in the cost of college tuition?  Our man Morgan Housel helps us dip into the Fool Mailbag.

Walt Disney single-handedly drags down the Dow. DreamWorks Animation continues to struggle. Zillow bounces back on stronger-than-expected 2^nd-quarter results. And Lumber Liquidators drops to its lowest point in nearly 4 years.

CVS Health shares drop, despite strong Q2 profits. Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, the $60-billion biotech, hits an all-time high.  We discuss how to start investing in biotechnology stocks, and why Tommy’s Pizza has the best wings in New Jersey.

ExxonMobil’s earnings were cut in half. Tyson Foods falls as the beef market conditions worsen.  Plus we debate the prospects for Taco Bell’s new alcohol sales and encourage everyone to not freak out no matter what happens to the market this month.

Facebook’s quarterly revenue tops $4 billion, but shares fall on concerns over the social network’s increased spending.  Motley Fool Funds analysts Bill Barker and Charly Travers examine the latest results from Whole Foods Market, Wynn Resorts, BorgWarner and debate the relative appeal of Philadelphia’s famed “Wing Bowl.”

Twitter’s revenue rises but the stock falls after management’s comments about future growth. Baidu is making an expensive bet, but will it pay off?  Plus, we sift through the wreckage of Yelp’s latest quarter and celebrate National Chicken Wing Day.

SiriusXM rises due to, among other things, strong auto sales.  Online car shopping site TrueCar falls 45% on lowered guidance.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss how we might profit from the inevitable Rise Of The Machines.

Cabot Oil & Gas reports a 2^nd-quarter loss, much to the surprise of no one. Uncle Sam hands Fiat Chrysler a record $105 million fine.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to analyze the potential growth of one utility and one restaurant.

Under Armour hits another new high on strong Q2 results. “Jurassic World” and “Furious 7” fuel Comcast’s latest quarter. Plus we analyze the McDonald’s turnaround plan as all-day breakfast gets ready for its national debut.

Earnings season goes into overdrive with reports from Apple, Chipotle, and GoPro. Plus news from Zillow and what our team is watching during the rest of earnings season.

Earnings season continues as the team takes a look at second quarter results from IBM and Traveler’s. Plus they break down what exactly happened at Toshiba, and they talk about the one thing you should be watching for in Apple’s earnings report.

The team takes a look at PayPal’s public market debut and what the future holds for the payment company now that it’s been cut free from eBay. Plus they take a look at earnings from Halliburton and Hasbro, and try to figure out what happened to Etsy last week.

Netflix soars on strong international growth. Intel barely moves after raking in billions. And eBay jumps as it prepares to kiss PayPal goodbye. Plus we share one thing to watch in Google’s next earnings report.

We analyze 2^nd-quarter earnings from Bank of America, Delta Airlines & Yum Brands. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag and attempt to place BofA’s purchase of Countrywide on the list of “Worst Acquisitions Ever”.

GoPro rises on a strong (and warranted) upgrade. Amazon gears up for Prime Day. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to analyze how millennials’ consumer habits are different from baby boomers, and how to invest accordingly.

“Minions” takes in nearly $400 million worldwide, but parent company Comcast’s bigger opportunity lies in its new streaming service.  Marathon Petroleum soars on a $15.6 billion acquisition.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to figure out what’s behind Markel’s great run this year.

In the wake of NYSE’s technical glitches (as well as United Airlines and WSJ.com), analyst Simon Erickson shares what he learned on his recent trip to Silicon Valley to visit FireEye, a cybersecurity company.  We discuss the latest with cloud computing, “fog” computing (yes, it’s a thing) and driverless cars.  Plus we finally break the news about The Motley Fool’s newest podcast, “Rule Breaker Investing” hosted by co-founder David Gardner!

The Container Store rises on better-than-expected 1^st-quarter results. A systems error grounds every flight United Airlines has around the globe. Plus, the analysts share why they’re keeping a close watch on Baidu and Amazon this earnings season.

2^nd-quarter earnings season kicks off this week. Ron Gross & Morgan Housel analyze the earnings landscape, the strength of the U.S. dollar and why the energy industry is in for some pain. Plus, we discuss the impending sweet IPO that’s coming from Hostess Brands.

Greek voters deliver a resounding “no”. Weight Watchers International gains on activist news. Plus, we analyze the short public life of Xoom, the mobile payment company recently acquired by PayPal.

Unemployment drops to 5.3%, which gives us a chance to discuss the Big Macro. We also analyze BP’s $18.7 billion settlement over the Deepwater Horizon disaster, Whole Foods Market’s apology for overcharges at its NYC locations, and Independence Day.

General Mills struggles with a strong dollar. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to answer listener questions about growth stocks, ethical investing and whether to join shareholder lawsuits. While covering a range of topics, the questions touch on the common theme of “the sleep factor”.

In 2012 ConAgra bought Ralcorp for $5 billion and became the largest producer of private-label food in North America. Today ConAgra waved the white flag and announced it was selling its private-label business.  We analyze the fallout, Disney merging two of its divisions, and the prospect of Harry’s going public.  Jason Moser returns from Hawaii to share a few business observations from the Aloha State.

IAC is spinning off Match.com, Tinder and OKCupid. Will an online dating stock be a good match for investors? Plus we analyze Winnebago’s surprising earnings and give a preview of The Motley Fool’s brand new podcast.

Lennar and Monsanto announce earnings that could be a good indicator of things to come. Plus what Netflix’s 7-for-1 stock split means for investors, and why Amazon is coming to a home near you. 

Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia rides off into the sunset. “Jurassic World” and “Inside Out” rule the box office, pushing shares of their respective parent companies to new highs.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to consider Apple’s buying opportunities and Starbucks’ R&D.

Who gets hurt if Greece leaves the EU? Morgan Housel analyzes the latest drama from Europe.  Plus we discuss the state of financial journalism, advice for and from fathers, and we dip into the Fool Mailbag.

TripAdvisor’s new partnership with Marriott has shares on the rise. Fitbit’s stock soars on opening day, but we’re going to pass for now. Plus we preview CNBC’s documentary on the business of extreme sports and offer investing takeaways from Hawaii.

Three years ago Starbucks bought La Boulange for $100 million. Today Starbucks’ stock hits a new all-time high as the company announces it will close the La Boulange shops. We analyze the move and disagree over whether the coffee giant has figured out food.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag and discuss Under Armour, Markel and FedEx.

Gap announces another round of store closings. Coty shares hit an all-time high after buying 3 businesses from P&G.  Plus, we analyze the state of Twitter as it searches for a new leader.

CVS Health buys Target’s pharmacy & clinic businesses for $1.9 billion.  We discuss why it’s a win for both companies and anaylze why Leapfrog may be on its last legs.  Plus we share highlights from our event in Seattle, including the wisdom of Costco’s Jim Sinegal.

The guys take a look at earnings from Krispy Kreme and Men’s Wearhouse, as well as a big announcement from Lululemon’s founder. Plus Nike has struck a new lucrative deal with the NBA, so where does that leave Under Armour?

Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference continues, and the teams discusses which announcements shareholders should really be paying attention to. Netflix has hit a new all-time high, but will shares stay up there? Plus it’s time to take a look at the highest-ranked CEO’s on Glassdoor and if there are any surprises on the list.

Lululemon athletica rises as online sales grow 31%. Motley Fool advisor Ron Gross analyzes how West Coast shipping ports delays have affected the apparel retail industry.  Plus we discuss how much trust investors should place in CEOs and the case for investing in Crocs.

Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference kicks off. Sears plots a turnaround involving a REIT.  Plus, as Dunkin’ Brands becomes the latest restaurant chain (joining Starbucks, Chipotle & McDonald’s) to test delivery, we analyze the opportunities and challenges for the companies and customers.

DISH Network is in talks to merge with T-Mobile, while Lions Gate Entertainment eyes Starz TV.  Motley Fool Canada advisor Jim Gillies calls in to discuss those stories, his interest in Biglari Holdings, the state of the Toronto Blue Jays, and his new real-money portfolio service.  For more details on PRO Canada, just go to http://Pro.Fool.ca

The NFL drafts Yahoo for its first-ever live video stream of a football game, but will the opportunity outweigh the risk for Yahoo? Between Priceline, Expedia, Ctrip and Qunar, how tough is China’s online travel industry? Will Fitbit’s IPO be a hit with long-term investors? Is the sports apparel industry in Europe ripe for consolidation? Motley Fool Funds analysts Bill Barker and Bryan Hinmon discuss those stories, National Doughnut Day and a LOT more on one of the longest episodes in our 5-year history.

May was a big month for U.S. automakers, especially Fiat Chrysler.  Columnist Morgan Housel discusses auto sales, the pros & cons of a strong U.S. dollar, and what he observed on his trip to Grand Cayman.

Intel buys Altera for $16.7 billion. Margin debt reaches a new high. And Men’s Wearhouse founder George Zimmer is back in the clothing business with the launch of “Uber for tailors”.

(Warning….at 14:04 Taylor Muckerman makes a sincerely terrible joke. Listen at your own risk.)

Costco’s same-store sales fell for the first time in 6 years. Shares of Abercrombie & Fitch rise, but we’re still not interested.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag and discuss KFC’s attempt to increase sales by bringing back Colonel Sanders.

Tiffany and Michael Kors report earnings as their stocks head in different directions. Pharmaceutical giant Novartis gets to work on a “robotic pill”.  Plus, Motley Fool Funds analyst Bill Barker shares some money insights from his recent trip to England.

 Charter Communications bids $55 billion for Time Warner Cable, but will Uncle Sam approve the deal?  Priceline makes another investment in China.  Twitter mulls another acquisition as the Periscope app becomes available for Android users.

Lumber Liquidators suddenly needs a new CEO. What does turnaround look like for the troubled retailer?  Will falling rooftop solar prices hurt SolarCity’s business?  We analyze those stories, dip into the Fool Mailbag, and discuss the relative value of spending millions of dollars to brand a sports stadium.

Chris Hill reflects on the longevity of David Letterman’s career, as well as his role in changing the landscape of late-night TV forever.  Plus, in the wake of Orson Welles’ 100^th birthday, Chris draws a parallel between Welles’ struggle to make “Citizen Kane” and the growing battle between traditional broadcasters and live-streaming video apps like Periscope.

On today’s show the gang talks about Baidu’s bright future, Urban Outfitter’s next move, Etsy’s first quarter as a publicly traded company, and what the next Oreo flavor should be called.

Ascena Retail buys Ann Taylor for $2.1 billion.  Wal-Mart takes a page from Amazon’s playbook.  And Google ramps up its e-commerce game.

Motley Fool Funds portfolio manager Bill Mann explains why rising auto sales in Greece could spell trouble.  Plus, he analyzes the latest news from emerging markets and Shake Shack’s surprising quarterly profit.  

American Express returns some money to shareholders. Zillow delivers Q1 results. And Vertex Pharmaceuticals gets a sign of encouragement from the FDA.  Plus we share 3 stocks we’d be willing to hold forever.

Why is Verizon buying AOL for $4.4 billion in cash?  Which state’s governor just gave the green light to Tesla Motors?  And when does a growth stock’s valuation become so high it causes nosebleeds?

Wayfair.com is growing, but Wall Street seems unimpressed. Noble Energy buys Rosetta Resources for $3.7 billion, but only one stock rises on the news.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss REIT investing and how quickly driverless semi-trucks will destroy us all.

 What does the UK election mean for investors?  Mark Rogers joins us from London to lend his perspective.  With the Footsie at an all-time high we discuss what the UK investing landscape looks like and which companies investors should put on their watch lists.  Plus, Mark analyzes the often-unusual world of small cap stocks and why naming a celebrity to a company’s board of directors just might be a red flag. Looking to invest in UK companies? Check out our Fool UK site at www.fool.co.uk

Matt Koppenheffer returns from Berlin and to discuss the innovation driving the technology industry in Germany.  He also analyzes what separates German banks from U.S. banks, why Warren Buffett is focused on buying a company in Germany in the next 5 years, and why one of the best things about living in Berlin is the bread.  To read more about the investing scene in Germany, check out our free site at www.fool.de

The Reserve Bank of Australia just cut interest rates to a record low as the market hits record highs.  Where are the opportunities for investors?  Motley Fool Australia’s Scott Phillips and Andrew Page analyze the investing landscape Down Under, and share their insights from the recent Berkshire-Hathaway annual meeting.  Want even more investing insights from Australia?  Check out “Take Stock”, a free weekly email, simply by going to www.fool.com.au

The Mayweather/Pacquiao fight wasn’t nearly as interesting as the fight between cable TV behemoths and people using Periscope to live-stream the event.  Plus, longtime CEO John Chambers steps down from Cisco Systems and McDonald’s unveils its turnaround plan.

Baidu’s lofty valuation gets less lofty after its latest quarter. Yelp gets a terrible review from Wall Street, but is there reason for optimism?  And Boston Beer falls after nearly doubling 1^st-quarter profits.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag.  To get a free copy of our e-book on Warren Buffett, just email warren@fool.com.

Panera Bread stumbles, Twitter drops, and Lumber Liquidators appears to be in freefall.  We analyze the latest earnings reports, plus give a preview of the upcoming Berkshire-Hathaway annual meeting.  To get a free copy of our e-book on Warren Buffett, just email warren@fool.com.

Apple puts up huge numbers, thanks in part to revenue in China growing 71%.  On the flip side, Coach’s growth in China continues to slow down.  We analyze those earnings reports, plus the latest from specialty retailer The Container Store. 

It’s Mailbag Monday!  We dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss reverse stock splits, stocks for kids, and what everyone can learn from a losing stock.  Plus, in advance of Apple’s latest earnings report we share one thing to keep an eye on.  (Hint: It’s not the iWatch.)

Facebook’s user base rises, but so does its spending.  eBay’s stock rises as Wall Street waits for the PayPal spin-off.  And Google launches a wireless service just because it can.  Plus, listeners weigh in with corporate logo tattoos.

Yahoo’s stock dips after missing on 1^st-quarter results.  Chipotle misses on same-store sales and shares take a hit.  And McDonald’s stock rises on optimism that new CEO Steve Easterbrook can lead the Golden Arches back to the glory days. 

Earnings season starts to heat up, as Under Armour falls on less-than-perfect results.  Verizon adds over a half-million new subscribers.  And Harley-Davidson suffers its worst one-day drop in more than two years.  We analyze the results and discuss which corporate logos (other than Harley-Davidson) would make for a good tattoo.

Halliburton rises on strong international results. Hasbro hits an all-time high on the strength of its boys division.  And we celebrate Patriots’ Day with our favorite Massachusetts-based companies.  Plus, instead of actually running the Boston Marathon, we share a few stocks we’d be willing to hold for the next 26.2 years.

Netflix adds nearly 5 million subscribers in its latest quarter.  UnitedHealth’s 1^st quarter profits rise 28%.  And shares of Panera Bread soar on news of a bigger stock buyback plan.  We analyze those stories, as well as the hot IPOs from Etsy and Party City.  If you’re interested in growth stocks and would like to test our Motley Fool Rule Breakers service, simply go to http://rb.fool.com

Intel’s 1^st quarter was a mixed bag, but optimism pushes the stock higher. Nokia buys Alcatel-Lucent, but does anyone think it’s a good idea?  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag, analyze Smith & Wesson’s latest quarter, and discuss the EU’s problems with Google.

JPMorgan Chase hits a 15-year high.  Zillow falls on lowered guidance. Pep Boys posts a loss for the quarter.  We analyze those stories, plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag and celebrate Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day.

Under Armour bets big on Masters golf champion Jordan Spieth. We analyze the sports apparel landscape, Pepsi’s new deal with the NBA, and what to expect from Exxon Mobil and Chevron in the wake of Royal Dutch Shell’s $70 billion deal.

As the co-advisor of Motley Fool Hidden Gems, Seth Jayson spends his time looking for investing opportunities in small cap stocks.  In this episode analyzes the state of today’s stock market and shares why he doesn’t go looking for small caps specifically as take-out candidates.  He also shares his thoughts on Lumber Liquidators, Winnebago Industries, and more.  If you’re interested in small cap investing and would like to test the Hidden Gems service, simply go to http://smallcap.fool.com

Is Twitter being sized up by tech giants like Google and Facebook?  How bad is it getting for cable networks?  And Bojangles can serve up a nice platter of chicken & biscuits, but is their S-1 filing to go public just as enticing for investors?  We analyze those topics, dip into the Fool Mailbag and offer up a preview of the Masters tournament.

Motley Fool Funds portfolio manager Bill Mann shares why he’s watching oil & gas services companies this quarter, and why DreamWorks Animation needs a hit.  Plus we discuss what (if anything) FedEx buying TNT Express portends for the EU, and hidden gems in Italy.

Earnings season kicks off this week.  We share why we’re watching Google and Facebook, and why Home Away and Stratasys need to deliver a big quarter.  Plus, we analyze Tesla Motors’ surprising Q1 sales and share 3 book recommendations for investors.