Dispatches From CES: Gaming in the Cloud
Judging from the gaming news coming out of this year's Consumer Electronics Show, console gaming, like PC computing, is a relic of a sunset era. Get ready for gaming in the cloud.
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10 Stocks That Are Cheaper Than You Think
There are several stocks out there that seem expensive, but only in the rearview mirror -- especially shares of fast-growing tech firms, or companies that do great business overseas. Read on to find out how to spot a stock worth buying.
Week Ahead: Earnings from Dell, Smucker's and More
Dell will highlight a handful of tech company results this week. Also reporting earnings will be food giants Smucker and Campbell Soup, also Marriott and other members of the lodging and hospitality industry, and the first of a long string of results from retailers.
The Latest Challenger to Apple Is. . .Samsung?
Microsoft and Google can surely claim to compete head-to-head with Apple, but Samsung is pushing in hard: While its Galaxy Tab may not be as hot as the iPad, it's making headway. Indeed, Samsung is building a consumer electronics lineup that mirrors Apple's.
Intel Will Have to Prove Itself All Over Again in 2011
Intel's stock is up just 2% this year compared to the Nasdaq's 17% rise, and investors fret that the explosive growth of smartphones and tablets will crimp the market for the PC chips that produce the bulk of Intel's revenue. But the tech giant has a plan.
Weakness Facing Intel May Be Contagious
Intel cut its guidance for third-quarter revenues, citing weak consumer PC demand. The news signals underlying trends in technology that could be a drag on companies beyond Intel. Keep an eye on companies like Microsoft, HP, Dell and AMD.
Intel's McAfee Buy: $11.5 Billion Up in Smoke?
Add the $7.7 billion Intel is paying for McAfee to the $3.8 billion loss in the chipmaker's market value after its announcement, and the deal's cost to shareholders is $11.5 billion. But the purchase probably won't drive enough profits to cover that hefty price.
Chip Stocks Down as PC Orders 'Fall Off a Cliff'
PC orders are "falling off a cliff," according to a J.P.Morgan analyst who downgraded his revenue estimates for Intel on Tuesday. Another analyst offered a similarly glum assessment.
End in Sight for Intel Antitrust Battle: Settlement Details Expected Wednesday
After years of battle, the Federal Trade Commission plans to report details of an antitrust settlement with Intel on Wednesday.
Can New Index Beat a Chimp's Stock Picks?
Lusha the Russian chimp's stock picks have outperformed 94% of the country's investment funds. Inspired by Lusha, DailyFinance's Daniel Solin has created a stock index based on the letters of his last name. We'll track it to see if it beats expert fund manager portfolios.