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Dec 30, 2017 • 16min
A Return to the Medical Tent
Investing lessons show up in the darnedest places. Chris Hill wraps up 2017 with some thoughts on what he learned running (for the 2nd time) the Marine Corps Marathon and ending up (for the 2nd time!) flat on his back in the medical tent.
Dec 29, 2017 • 15min
Of Medical Devices and Online Apparel
On the last trading day of 2017, Abi Malin analyzes the medical device industry and shares why Globus Medical is on her watch list. Plus, we discuss the promise of (and challenges facing) Stitch Fix.
Dec 28, 2017 • 9min
Money in your Genes?
Will gene therapy companies produce healthy returns for investors? Ron Gross explains why he’s investing in gene therapy companies and shares his big question for the year ahead.
Dec 27, 2017 • 17min
Let’s Talk About Boxes (Yes, Really)
With more people buying more stuff online and more stuff getting shipped, who’s making all those cardboard boxes? Mike Olsen shares why he’s interested in box-makers like WestRock and International Paper. Plus, we discuss the curious case of consumer goods stocks as Mike makes the case for why “dividends have become quite sexy.”
Dec 26, 2017 • 14min
Twitter, Telehealth, and Tax Reform
Will Twitter fly higher in 2018? Jason Moser tackles that question, explains why he’s bullish on a telehealth company, and talks about what tax reform means for investors.
Dec 23, 2017 • 10min
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
The holiday season can be a joyous, fun time. It can also be tough for any number of reasons. Chris Hill shares a few thoughts about the sudden loss of a Motley Fool colleague, before handing the show over to the late, great Louis Armstrong.
Dec 21, 2017 • 37min
Blockchain Insanity Reaches New High
Bed Bath & Beyond struggles, while Pacific Gas & Electric suspends its dividend in the face of mounting lawsuits. Motley Fool Asset Management’s Bill Barker analyzes the latest on both. Plus, we dip into the Fool Mailbag and shake our heads in amazement as Long Island Iced Tea Corp. pivots to blockchain technology. (Tangents include New Orleans restaurants vs. San Francisco’s, the Ark of the Covenant, and the comedic stylings of Bob Newhart.)
Dec 20, 2017 • 21min
The 1st Annual Timmy Awards!
FedEx hits a new high while Stitch Fix gets hit with margin pressures. Investor-At-Large Tim Hanson discusses those stories and hands out his awards for Best (and Worst) CEO of the Year, Business Quote of the Year and more. Also, the holiday music festival rolls on with a little help from the late, great John Holt! Thanks to Slack for supporting The Motley Fool. Slack: Where work happens. Find out why at slack.com
Dec 19, 2017 • 21min
Jack in the Box Pops
Jack in the Box rises on news that it’s selling Qdoba. Olive Garden serves up strong results. And the Dow breaks another record. Jason Moser and Ron Gross discuss these stories and talk about some challenges with the Disney/Fox deal. The Godfather of Soul also makes an appearance as we continue to bring you fresh music this holiday season!
Dec 18, 2017 • 17min
Sudden Loss at CSX
Just days after taking a medical leave of absence, CSX announced that CEO Hunter Harrison has died. Taylor Muckerman discusses Harrison’s life as an industry titan, and how crucial he was to the recent success of CSX. Plus, we analyze the challenges facing movie theaters and get Taylor’s pick for CEO of the year. MarketFoolery’s holiday music marathon rolls on with a little help from Tom Waits. Thanks to Slack for supporting The Motley Fool. Slack: Where work happens. Find out why at slack.com
