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Disney Is Staying on Its Toes

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By Travis Hoium, The Motley Fool

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Disney recently announced layoffs and the closure of LucasArts, a strange move for a company reaching 52-week highs and recording solid profits. But this shows that CEO Bob Iger isn’t allowing the company to rest on its laurels and that he’s thinking strategically about what Disney will look like a decade from now. Erin Miller sat down with Fool contributor Travis Hoium to see just why this focus on execution makes Disney a buy today. 

It’s easy to forget that Walt Disney is more than just the House of Mouse. True, Disney amusement parks around the world hosted more than 121 million guests in 2011. But from its vast catalog of characters to its monster collection of media networks, much of Disney’s allure for investors lies in its diversity, and The Motley Fool’s premium research report lays out the case for investing in Disney today. This report includes the key items investors must watch as well as the opportunities and threats the company faces going forward. So don’t miss out — simply click here now to claim your copy today.

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From: http://www.dailyfinance.com/2013/04/17/disney-is-staying-on-its-toes/

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3M Tries to Turn on Its Growth Engine

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By Travis Hoium and Erin Miller, The Motley Fool

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It’s been a while since 3M wowed us with a new product. But new CEO Inge Thulin has put the focus back on R&D and is hoping to pick up the pace of organic growth. The Motley Fool’s Erin Miller sat down with Fool.com contributor Travis Hoium to see what this means for the stock.

With over 50,000 products, 3M plays a role in making everything from computers to power cables. A long history of invention and innovation has driven the company to its wide reach, but a focus on operational efficiency may be hurting the creative culture that once created Scotch Tape and the Post-It Note. A new leader has taken over and vows to return innovation to the forefront. Does this mean the stock will become more than a dividend and return to its former glory as a growth stock once again? Find out whether 3M has what it takes to pull it off in The Motley Fool’s comprehensive new research report on the company. Simply click here now to claim your copy today.

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From: http://www.dailyfinance.com/2013/04/11/3m-tries-to-turn-on-its-growth-engine/

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What to Watch for in Wells Fargo's Earnings

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By John Maxfield and Erin Miller, The Motley Fool

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On Friday, Wells Fargo reports earnings for the first three months of 2013. Because it and JPMorgan Chase are the first two big banks to do so, analysts take a close look at them to predict how the rest of earnings season may play out. In the video below, Motley Fool contributor John Maxfield discusses the three things that Wells Fargo‘s investors should be watching for.

Wells Fargo‘s dedication to solid, conservative banking helped it vastly outperform its peers during the financial meltdown. Today, Wells is the same great bank as ever, but with its stock trading at a premium to the rest of the industry, is there still room to buy, or is it time to cash in your gains? To help figure out whether Wells Fargo is a buy today, I invite you to download our premium research report from one of The Motley Fool‘s top banking analysts. Click here now for instant access to this in-depth take on Wells Fargo.

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From: http://www.dailyfinance.com/2013/04/11/what-to-watch-for-in-wells-fargos-earnings/

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Facebook Home Shows Challenges for Google

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By Travis Hoium, The Motley Fool

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Facebook Home is out, and it’s the latest company to take control of Google‘s open-source Android software. This highlights a challenge for Google, which has lost control of Android in many ways. It may even provide an opportunity for Apple . Erin Miller sat down with Fool contributor Travis Hoium to see why he thinks Facebook Home may be good for Apple. 

There’s no doubt that Apple is at the center of technology’s largest revolution ever, and that longtime shareholders have been handsomely rewarded with over 1,000% gains. However, there is a debate raging as to whether Apple remains a buy. The Motley Fool’s senior technology analyst and managing bureau chief, Eric Bleeker, is prepared to fill you in on both reasons to buy and reasons to sell Apple, and what opportunities are left for the company (and your portfolio) going forward. To get instant access to his latest thinking on Apple, simply click here now.

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From: http://www.dailyfinance.com/2013/04/11/facebook-home-shows-challenges-for-google/

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Alternatives Drive the Peak of Oil Demand

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By Travis Hoium, The Motley Fool

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Peak oil was supposed to be about oil’s scarcity and it devastating economic impact as prices shot through the roof. But oil demand has been falling in developed countries, for over a decade in some cases, and Fool.com contributor Travis Hoium thinks that a peak in global demand is around the corner. Erin Miller sat down with Travis to see what’s driving the change. 

One of the drivers in the decline in oil usage is alternatives like electric vehicles. The Motley Fool answers all the question you have and more about this market and its leader, Tesla Motors, in our most in-depth Tesla research available for smart investors like you. Thousands have already claimed their own premium ticker coverage, and you can gain instant access to your own by clicking here now.

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From: http://www.dailyfinance.com/2013/04/11/alternatives-drive-the-peak-of-oil-demand/

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Forget the Rally: Tesla Is a Buy Right Now

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By Tim Beyers and Erin Miller, The Motley Fool

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Tesla Motors has enjoyed a strong year so far. The stock has more than doubled the return of the S&P 500 year to date, up more than 24% as of this writing.

A single-day spike gets most of the credit for the rally. Investors snapped up shares shortly after CEO Elon Musk and team revealed that Tesla would book a surprise profit after delivering 4,750 Model S cars in the first quarter, 250 more than expected.

Is there still time to buy? In the following interview with The Motley Fool’s Erin Miller, Tim Beyers of Motley Fool Rule Breakers and Motley Fool Supernova says short sellers continue to press the stock despite recent production gains and increasingly lucrative partnership deals with Mercedes-Benz and Toyota Motor . He thinks they’re wrong.

Please watch this short video to get Tim’s full take, and then leave a comment to let us know whether you’d buy, sell, or short Tesla’s stock now, and why.

Near-faultless execution has led Tesla Motors to the brink of success, but the road ahead remains a hard one. Despite progress, a looming question remains: Will Tesla be able to fend off its big-name competitors? The Motley Fool answers this question and more in our most in-depth Tesla research available for smart investors like you. Thousands have already claimed their own premium ticker coverage, and you can gain instant access to your own by clicking here now.

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Why Is Apple So Weak?

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By Tim Beyers, The Motley Fool

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First, a bit of old news. Apple apologized to Chinese consumers last week for failing to live up to expectations for warranty and repair service. CEO Tim Cook promised to do better in a letter reminiscent of an earlier mea culpa over Apple Maps.

Why bring this up now? Tim Beyers of Motley Fool Rule Breakers and Motley Fool Supernova also insists that Cook’s apology — his second — reflects a broader trend at Apple, and one that should have investors concerned.

In the following interview with The Motley Fool’s Erin Miller, Tim says that Apple may be losing the swagger that was so visible during Steve Jobs‘ tenure as CEO, replaced by Cook’s easy, mollifying demeanor. Thus far, investors haven’t seen any benefits from the shift.

Has Apple become weak? Please watch this short video to get Tim’s full take, and then leave a comment to let us know whether you’d buy or sell Apple stock now, and why.

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The article Why Is Apple So Weak? originally appeared on Fool.com.

Fool contributor Tim Beyers is a member of the 
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stock-picking team and the Motley Fool Supernova Odyssey I mission. He and Erin Miller both owned shares of Apple at the time of publication. Check out Tim’s Web home and portfolio holdings, or connect with him on Google+, Tumblr, or Twitter, where he goes by @milehighfool. You can also get his insights delivered directly to your RSS reader.The Motley Fool recommends and owns shares of Apple. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Guess Who Else Wants Dropbox Gone?

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What it must be like to be Dropbox founders Drew Houston and Arash Ferdowski right now.

On the one hand, they’re running one of tech’s greatest success stories: a company whose signature file-syncing software has swarmed large company IT departments in ways not seen since Apple introduced the iPhone.

On the other, Dropbox may be attracting more competition than it can handle. Amazon.com is the latest to introduce file syncing via its Cloud Drive service, which was once intended to help the e-tailer compete with iTunes and Google‘s Play by creating a place to store digital goods such as music and movies.

Will Amazon’s entry into the file-syncing market disrupt Dropbox? And what’s the best stock play on cloud storage right now? Tim Beyers of Motley Fool Rule Breakers and Motley Fool Supernova answers these questions and more in the following interview with The Motley Fool‘s Erin Miller. Please watch this short video to get his full take, and then leave a comment to let us know which cloud computing stocks are on your radar and why.

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Fool contributor Tim Beyers is a member of the 
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stock-picking team and the Motley Fool Supernova Odyssey I mission. He owned shares of Apple and Google at the time of publication. Erin Miller owned shares of Apple. Check out Tim’s web home and portfolio holdings or connect with him on Google+, Tumblr, or Twitter, where he goes by @milehighfool. You can also get his insights delivered directly to your RSS reader.The Motley Fool owns shares of Apple, Amazon.com, and Google. Motley Fool newsletter services have recommended buying shares of Apple, Google, and Amazon.com and creating a covered bull call spread position in Apple. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days.

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Macau Gaming Continues Rapid Growth

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Macau gaming grew another 25% in March, keeping up the torrid rate of growth in the Chinese enclave. So who are the winners from this growth? Erin Miller sat down with analyst Travis Hoium to find out.

For many companies, successfully capitalizing on a booming Chinese economy is like winning the jackpot. That’s indeed the case for gaming company Las Vegas Sands, which made a big bet on Macau gaming about a decade ago that’s paid off in spades. The company is now looking to spread its empire further, but will it be able to replicate its prior successes? Learn about all these opportunities, and the risks they pose, in our brand new premium report on Las Vegas Sands. Be sure to claim your copy today by clicking here.

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HP's Power Play Could Push Intel Stock Higher

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Data centers are changing, and Hewlett-Packard is changing with them. Earlier this week, the company touted a new system architecture called “Moonshot” for handling what are known as “hyperscale” environments.

Think of the extraordinary volume of bits and bytes generated by social networks and you’ll get a sense of the problem, and why HP thinks that solving it is on the order of a moonshot.

Interestingly, “Moonshot” is based on the Atom low-power architecture espoused by Intel . Shares of peer ARM Holdings , which is known for its efficient chips, fell about 4% on the news as Intel stock rallied more than 6%.

Expect further gains, says says Tim Beyers of Motley Fool Rule Breakers and Motley Fool Supernova. The changing needs of data center operators is a huge opportunity for Intel, which has industry-leading expertise in developing server chips.

Are you more bullish on Intel’s prospects after seeing this news? What about HP? Please watch this short video to get Tim’s full take, and then leave a comment to let us know whether you’d buy or sell Intel stock now, and why.

When it comes to dominating markets, it doesn’t get much better than Intel’s position in the PC microprocessor arena. However, that market is maturing, and Intel finds itself in a precarious situation longer term if it doesn’t find new avenues for growth. In this premium research report on Intel, our analyst runs through all of the key topics investors should understand about the chip giant. Click here now to learn more.

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With 787 Battery Tests Complete and Flights Scheduled, Boeing Stock Set to Soar

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Good news, United Continental Holdings investors: Your company’s 787 fleet may be back in the air next month. The carrier has penciled in May 31 for its first domestic flight of the jetliner since January.

Why the confidence? Earlier this week, Boeing stock rallied on news that the company has completed its final flight test of a new battery that appears to include changes publicly suggested by Tesla Motors chief Elon Musk. Ironic given how Boeing rebuffed Musk’s offer to help with a redesign. United is the first U.S. carrier to take delivery of the 787.

Regulators still have to approve the battery system, which could come within weeks. There’s also expected to be a certification period before United or any other carrier is permitted to fly the 787 on certain long-haul routes.

Even so, the test has to be welcome news for owners of Boeing stock, says Motley Fool contributor Tim Beyers in the following interview with The Motley Fool‘s Erin Miller. At the very least, Tim says, efforts to fulfill backlogged orders should begin anew.

Does this news make you more bullish on Boeing’s prospects? What about United’s? Please watch this short video to get the full takeaway, and then leave a comment to let us know whether you’d buy or sell Boeing stock now, and why.

Boeing operates as a major player in a multi-trillion-dollar market in which the opportunities and responsibilities are absolutely massive. However, emerging competitors and the company’s execution problems have investors wondering whether Boeing will live up to its shareholder responsibilities. In our premium research report on the company, two of The Motley Fool‘s best minds on industrials have collaborated to provide investors with the key, must-know issues surrounding Boeing. They’ll be updating the report as key news hits, so don’t miss out — simply click here now to claim your copy today.

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An Underrated (but Important) Reason to Buy Disney Stock Now

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Uh-oh. Walt Disney is killing part of the Star Wars franchise it acquired in October for $4 billion. The good news? Like Obi-Wan Kenobi, the dead will rise soon enough, and in perhaps a more powerful form.

Specifically, Disney has closed 31-year-old game-development division LucasArts and laid off some 200 employees who worked there, The Wall Street Journal reports. New Star Wars universe games — presuming any are under consideration — will be published elsewhere.

It’s a good move, says Tim Beyers of Motley Fool Rule Breakers and Motley Fool Supernova in the following interview with The Motley Fool’s Erin Miller. Researcher NPD put LucasArts’ revenue at just $55 million last year, down sharply from $175 million in 2006.

What’s more, Tim says, Disney is the world’s largest brand licensor and as such could extract good terms from the likes of Electronic Arts and Activision Blizzard , both of which have long, successful histories with developing games around licensed brands. The possibility of such a deal may help explain why Disney stock reached another new high this week.

Are you more bullish on Disney’s prospects after seeing this news? What about Activision and EA? Please watch this short video to get Tim’s full take, and then leave a comment to let us know whether you’d buy or sell Disney stock now, and why.

It’s easy to forget that Walt Disney is more than just the House of Mouse. True, Disney amusement parks around the world hosted more than 121 million guests in 2011. But from its vast catalog of characters to its monster collection of media networks, much of Disney’s allure for investors lies in its diversity, and The Motley Fool’s premium research report lays out the case for investing in Disney today. This report includes the key items investors must watch as well as the opportunities and threats the company faces going forward. So don’t miss out — simply click here now to claim your copy today.

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2 Dividend Stocks With Super Growth Potential

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Walt Disney‘s Marvel Entertainment is entering phase two of the rollout if its cinematic universe with next month’s Iron Man 3. Time Warner is exciting audiences with June’s Superman reboot, Man of Steel. At least one of these films has the potential to earn $1 billion at the box office.

But there’s also more than growth at work in these stock stories. Disney and Time Warner are also outstanding dividend stocks, having upped their payouts 25% and 11%, respectively, last year. Time Warner is also preparing to spin off Time to existing shareholders as a distinct, publicly traded entity.

Add it up and you’ve the makings of a sort of stock nirvana: growth and income combined in a tidy package, says Tim Beyers of Motley Fool Rule Breakers and Motley Fool Supernova.

Please watch this short video to get Tim’s full take, and then leave a comment to let us know which dividend stocks you’re investing in now, and why.

If you’re on the lookout for high-yielding stocks, The Motley Fool has compiled a special free report outlining our nine top dependable dividend-paying stocks. It’s called “Secure Your Future With 9 Rock-Solid Dividend Stocks.” You can access your copy today at no cost! Just click here.

The article 2 Dividend Stocks With Super Growth Potential originally appeared on Fool.com.

Fool contributor Tim Beyers is a member of the 
Motley Fool Rule Breakers
stock-picking team and the Motley Fool Supernova Odyssey I mission. He owned shares of Time Warner and Walt Disney at the time of publication. Erin Miller owned shares of Disney. Check out Tim’s web home and portfolio holdings or connect with him on Google+, Tumblr, or Twitter, where he goes by @milehighfool. You can also get his insights delivered directly to your RSS reader.The Motley Fool owns shares of Walt Disney. Motley Fool newsletter services have recommended buying shares of Walt Disney. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days.

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Apple's Not Innovating Fast Enough

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It’s been six months since the last major product announcement from Apple , and the tech giant is allowing competitors to catch-up. Google‘s Android, Samsung’s Galaxy S4, and even Microsoft‘s Windows Phone 8 have had time to improve products while Apple has largely sat on the sidelines. Erin Miller sat down with Travis Hoium to see what Apple needs to do to excite consumers and investors again.

There’s no doubt that Apple is at the center of technology’s largest revolution ever and that longtime shareholders have been handsomely rewarded, with more than 1,000% gains. However, there is a debate raging as to whether Apple remains a buy. The Motley Fool’s senior technology analyst and managing bureau chief, Eric Bleeker, is prepared to fill you in on both reasons to buy and reasons to sell Apple and what opportunities are left for the company (and your portfolio) going forward. To get instant access to his latest thinking on Apple, simply click here now.

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Ultra-Deepwater Drilling Continues to Expand

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A recent oil discovery in the Gulf of Mexico highlights the growing amount of oil found in ultra-deepwater. This is a huge advantage for companies who own the rigs doing the drilling because they’re able to charge as much as $600,000 per day for their services. Erin Miller sat down with Motley Fool contributor Travis Hoium to talk about how drilling trends are changing and who could benefit from this increased activity in the ultra-deepwater. 

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Regional Gaming Expansion Comes With Risks

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Wynn Resorts  Caesars Entertainment , and Foxwoods are battling over a new gaming license in Boston. But is this the right move, considering the competition in regional gaming across the U.S.? In the following video, Erin Miller sat down with Travis Hoium to see who’s making the right moves in Boston and who’s biting off more than they can chew. 

Boston would be a nice addition, but Macau has grown to five and a half times the size of the Las Vegas Strip, and Wynn Resorts is perfectly positioned to capture the opportunity in the region. Is that reason enough for investors like yourself to consider investing in Wynn right now? The Motley Fool answers this question and more in our most in-depth Wynn Resorts research available for smart investors like you. Thousands have already claimed their own premium ticker coverage, and you can gain instant access to your own by clicking here now.

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IMAX Continues to Lead the Movie Pack

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A growing theater network both domestically and internationally has IMAX primed for growth. It also helps that studios and consumers are becoming more educated about what’s worth seeing in IMAX and when 3-D brings value to the big screen. In the following video, Erin Miller sat down with Travis Hoium to see how IMAX is going to benefit from blockbusters in the future.

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1 Million Reasons Shorting Salesforce Stock Is More Dangerous Now

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In what might be characterized as a celebration of 1 million developers using its platform for hosting Web-based software, salesforce.com announced new software development packages meant to broaden its appeal for apps targeted at mobile devices.

Executives will tout the new SDK, which supports iOS and Android as well as HTML5 for pure Web apps, during a 37-city tour. Salesforce stock fell slightly following the news as Rackspace Hosting pitched similar mobile “stacks” to help developers create and deploy apps quickly.

Both efforts have merit, Tim Beyers of Motley Fool Rule Breakers and Motley Fool Supernova says in the following interview with The Motley Fool’s Erin Miller. At the very least, Tim says, those shorting Salesforce stock need to be watching how developers take to the new SDK. Their returns (or lack thereof) depend upon it.

Please watch this short video to get Tim’s full take, and then leave a comment to let us know whether you believe Salesforce stock is a buy, sell, or short right now.

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The article 1 Million Reasons Shorting Salesforce Stock Is More Dangerous Now originally appeared on Fool.com.

Fool contributor Tim Beyers is a member of the 
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stock-picking team and the Motley Fool Supernova Odyssey I mission. He owned shares of Rackspace Hosting and salesforce.com at the time of publication. Erin Miller didn’t own shares in any of the companies mentioned. Check out Tim’s Web home and portfolio holdings, or connect with him on Google+, Tumblr, or Twitter, where he goes by @milehighfool. You can also get his insights delivered directly to your RSS reader.The Motley Fool recommends Rackspace Hosting and salesforce.com. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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War With Wicked Lasers: The U.S. Navy Goes High-Tech

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Soon, somewhere in the waters of the Middle East, ships will be blasting missiles out of the sky with lasers. Yes, you read that right. The U.S. Navy has already outfitted the fantail of transport ship USS Ponce with a solid-state fiber laser capable of destroying drones in flight.

Why should investors care? In the following interview with The Motley Fool’s Erin Miller, Tim Beyers of Motley Fool Rule Breakers and Motley Fool Supernova says the technology is reminiscent of IPG Photonics‘ pioneering work in fiber lasers. He also says the breakthrough could put pressure on Navy contractors such as Northrop Grumman to develop new ships capable of carrying laser weapons systems.

Please watch this short video to get Tim’s full take, and then leave a comment to let us know what you think of the Navy’s efforts to bring a little sci-fi action to its fleet.

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The article War With Wicked Lasers: The U.S. Navy Goes High-Tech originally appeared on Fool.com.

Fool contributor Tim Beyers is a member of the 
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stock-picking team and the Motley Fool Supernova Odyssey I mission. Neither he nor Erin Miller owned shares in any of the companies mentioned in this article at the time of publication. Check out Tim’s Web home and portfolio holdings, or connect with him on Google+, Tumblr, or Twitter, where he goes by @milehighfool. You can also get his insights delivered directly to your RSS reader.The Motley Fool recommends and owns shares of IPG Photonics and Northrop Grumman. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Is Obama's Failed Spending Plan a Boon for Tesla Motors?

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Don’t be surprised if Fisker Automotive joins Solyndra as the next political football to plague the Obama administration. Fisker, a maker of electric vehicles and a peer of Tesla Motors that received $193 million in federal aid, has fired three-quarters of its workforce and faces a possible bankruptcy filing.

Do Fisker’s troubles bode poorly for Tesla? In the following interview with The Motley Fool’s Erin Miller, Tim Beyers of Motley Fool Rule Breakers and Motley Fool Supernova says Tesla is thriving thanks to outsized demand and lucrative partnerships with Toyota Motor and Mercedes-Benz. Please watch this short video to get Tim’s full take, and then leave a comment to let us know whether you like Tesla stock at current levels.

Near-faultless execution has led Tesla Motors to the brink of success, but the road ahead remains a hard one. Despite progress, a looming question remains: Will Tesla be able to fend off its big-name competitors? The Motley Fool answers this question and more in our most in-depth Tesla research available for smart investors like you. Thousands have already claimed their own premium ticker coverage, and you can gain instant access to your own by clicking here now.

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