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Biogen rises on news that it plans to file for FDA approval of its Alzheimers drug, Aducanumab. Under Armour gets a new CEO. And Hasbro tumbles on tariff trouble. Motley Fool analysts Andy Cross and Ron Gross tackle those stories and weigh in on the relative merits of Monopoly and Mr. Potato Head. Thanks to Molekule for supporting our channel.  Get 10% off your first air purifier at http://www.molekule.com with code fool10.

Boeing’s stock falls 10% in the wake of a damaging report regarding its knowledge of 737 Max problems in 2016. Goldman Sachs warns clients that stock buyback plans are on the decline. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and the potential ripple effects for investors. Plus, Dunkin’ announces a national rollout of its Beyond Sausage sandwich much sooner than anticipated. Get $50 off your first job post at  www.LinkedIn.com/Fool.

Netflix sees “modest headwinds” ahead, but shares rise on strong 3rd-quarter international growth. IBM suffers its 5th straight quarter of declining sales. Can anything save Big Blue?  Bill Mann analyzes those stories, shares his view of the latest news on Brexit, and sounds the alarm bell whisky tariffs.   Get the money you need to run your small business. Go to Kabbage.com to get started. Credit lines subject to review and change. Individual requests for capital are separate installment loans issued by Celtic Bank, Member FDIC. 

Bank of America and United Arlines both see their stocks rise on better-than-expected 3rd-quarter results.  Jason Moser analyzes the strengths (and challenges) of both businesses.  Plus, we discuss the September retail sales report and ripple effects as retailers prepare for the holidays.  Thanks  Zapier.  Go to zapier.com/fool for a free 14-day trial.

JPMorgan Chase reports record revenues while Goldman Sachs disappoints. UnitedHealth Group rises on healthy earnings. And Walmart kicks off its straight-to-fridge delivery service. Motley Fool analysts Emily Flippen and Jason Moser discuss those stories and weigh in on the plusses and minuses of in-home delivery.   Get the money you need to run your small business. Go to Kabbage.com to get started. Credit lines subject to review and change. Individual requests for capital are separate installment loans issued by Celtic Bank, Member FDIC.

It’s Mailbag Monday! On a slow-ish news day MFAM Funds portfolio manager Bill Barker analyzes the relative risk of growth stocks in the current market, as well as the top reasons new investors quit the stock market. Plus, we discuss the weekend box office results and preview earnings season.  (Tangents include “The Addams Family”, the baseball playoffs, “12 Angry Men”, and an under-the-radar tourist attraction in Philadelphia.)   Thanks  Zapier.  Go to zapier.com/fool for a free 14-day trial.

Embattled retailer Bed Bath & Beyond gets a new CEO and the stock rises 20%. Can retail veteran Mark Tritton turn BBBY into a winner?  MFAM Funds portfolio manager Bill Barker analyzes the opportunities and challenges he faces. Plus, we discuss Delta Air Lines’ 3rd-quarter results and reverse stock splits. Tangents include the Washington Nationals advancing in the MLB playoffs, Portland Oregon’s strength as a coffee hub, and Wawa.  (To get 50% off our Stock Advisor service, go to www.StockIdeas.Fool.com.)   Thanks Netsuite.  Get the FREE guide, “7 Key Strategies to Grow your Profits” at www.NetSuite.com/Fool.

The Nobel Prize in chemistry generates some electricity. American Airlines deals with turbulence over the 737 Max. And PayPal writes down an Uber investment. Motley Fool analysts Emily Flippen and Jim Mueller discuss those stories and debate the merits of no-frills airlines.   Thanks to Grammarly for supporting The Motley Fool. For 20% off a Grammarly premium account, go to http://www.Grammarly.com/Fool.

Domino’s delivers lower-than-expected results in the 3rd quarter.  Is the run over for one of the hottest stocks of the past decade? Helen of Troy isn’t a household name, but it probably should be.  2nd-quarter profits and revenue came in higher than expected for the home & beauty products company.  And with trading commissions at $0, does DRIP investing make sense anymore?  Ron Gross analyzes those topics and gives a preview of Thursday’s live Q&A on YouTube. (It’s free to subscribe to The Motley Fool’s channel. Just go to www.youtube.com/TheMotleyFool and click the subscribe button!)   Thanks Netsuite.  Get the FREE guide, “7 Key Strategies to Grow your Profits” at www.NetSuite.com/Fool.

Unilever, the $130 billion consumer goods company, announced a pledge to cut its use of new plastics in half by 2025. Seth Jayson analyzes how the move could benefit the environment as well as Unilever’s shareholders, and shares why packaging company AptarGroup is worth keeping an eye on. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to search for inexpensive industries and discuss whether pursuing a finance degree in college is still a good option.   Thanks to Grammarly for supporting The Motley Fool.  For 20% off a Grammarly premium account, go to http://www.Grammarly.com/Fool.

Pepsi rises on earnings. Constellation Brands sells off on concerns over Canopy Growth. And Uber introduces a new app. Motley Fool analyst Jason Moser discusses those stories and weighs in on the relative merits of Coca-Cola, RC Cola, and Mellow Yellow. (To get 50% off our Stock Advisor service, go to http://StockIdeas.Fool.com.) 

Shares of Stitch Fix tumble on earnings and a lower-than-expected forecast for the current quarter. And Facebook deals with concerns over its crypto plans. Motley Fool analysts Andy Cross and Emily Flippen discuss those stories and discuss big news from the World Trade Organization.

Shares of Charles Schwab tumble after the brokerage announces that it’s eliminating online trading commissions for U.S. stocks, ETFs, and options. And shares of McCormick rise after the spice maker delivers some spicy earnings. Analysts Andy Cross and Emily Flippen talk about what those stories means for investors and dip into the Fool Mailbag to talk about the future of U.S. exchange-listed Chinese companies.

Forever 21 declares bankruptcy.  Blackstone Group and Colony Capital agree to a $5.9 billion deal that demonstrates two very different real estate visions at work. Jason Moser analyzes those stories, plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss strategies for rolling over a 401(k).

Fitness company Peloton goes public. McDonald’s tests a Beyond Meat burger. And e-cigarette maker Juul makes some big changes. Motley Fool analysts Andy Cross and Emily Flippen weigh in on those stories and talk about the future of Altria. Thanks Zapier. Go to zapier.com/fool for a free 14-day trial.

We wrapped up our 3-day member event by recording in front of a live audience! Ron Gross and Jason Moser share insights from the conference, including why they’re not interested in Uber or crypto, and the two trends they believe will surprise investors in the next 6 months. Plus, we share our thoughts on Zoom Video CEO Eric Yuan, the streaming wars, and more.   Get $50 off your first job post at www.LinkedIn.com/Fool.

WeWork’s CEO reportedly agrees to step down. AutoZone falls 5% despite a strong 4th-quarter report. CarMax’s 2nd-quarter results are good-not-great. And Tesla faces a new legal challenge. Ron Gross analyzes those stories and reflects on BlackBerry’s huge drop in this special episode recorded on location in Washington, DC.   Thanks  Zapier.  Go to zapier.com/fool for a free 14-day trial.

We dip into the Fool Mailbag to take on queries about knowing when to reallocate, how many stocks are too many, and the wisdom of buying a “dividend aristocrat” ETF.  MFAM Funds portfolio manager Bill Barker answers those questions, plus we revisit the topic of overrated tourist attractions.   Get $50 off your first job post at www.LinkedIn.com/Fool.

Airbnb announces its plan to go public. Datadog, a data analytics company, turns down Cisco Systems’ offer of $7 billion in favor of an IPO. Microsoft raises its quarterly dividend and announces a $40 billion stock buyback plan. Aaron Bush analyzes those stories and shares why Arcade, Apple’s new video game subscription service, could end up being the biggest service the company offers.   Get the money you need to run your small business. Go to Kabbage.com to get started. Credit lines subject to review and change. Individual requests for capital are separate installment loans issued by Celtic Bank, Member FDIC. 

FedEx stock falls 13%, the worst day in over a decade. Emily Flippen analyzes why this isn’t a buying opportunity just yet. Pet food retailer Chewy posts its 1st report as a public company. And General Mills gets a boost from (surprise) its pet division.   Thanks Netsuite.  Get the FREE guide, “7 Key Strategies to Grow your Profits” at www.NetSuite.com/Fool.