The MPLX crude oil pipeline system
MPLX crude pipelines are connected to supply hubs, and transport crude oil to Marathon Petroleum Corporation’s, or MPC’s, refineries and third parties.
Company & Industry Overviews
Why Sunoco Logistics Has the Lowest Profit Margins
Sunoco Logistics has the lowest profit margin and ROE among its peers. Its profit margin and ROE of 1.6% and 1.7%, respectively, are well below the group average.
The must-know dynamics of the global power industry
In this series, we’ll look at the structure of the thermal power industry before moving on to focus on the power generation equipment sector.
How the Server Market’s Growth Impacted Oracle in Fiscal 1Q18
According to Gartner, server market revenues grew 2.8% to ~$13.9 billion, while shipments grew 2.4% to ~2.8 million units in 2Q17.
How Does Aetna Compare to Its Peers in Medical Care Ratio?
The medical care ratio of health insurance companies is calculated as the ratio of the total money spent in health care claims to premiums earned.
JCPenney: Insight into Its Roller Coaster Journey
This series on JCPenney will provide insight into the company’s business and its turnaround strategy, key growth initiatives, stock price movement, and valuation.
4 Methods of Investing in MLPs
There are four methods of investing in MLPs. The MLP funds’ market cap reached $54 billion as of April 30, 2014. The number of MLP-focused funds reached 49.
Canadian Solar’s Competitive Advantage
Canadian Solar (CSIQ) derives its competitive advantage from its strategic positioning in the downstream market, its broad range of crystalline silicon solar power products, and its technology.
Understanding VMware’s NSX Everywhere Strategy
VMware’s NSX is a networking platform that can manage and control any virtualized networking environment, irrespective of endpoints.
What’s Oracle’s Value Proposition in the US Software Space?
As of December 26, 2017, Microsoft (MSFT), with a market cap exceeding $650 billion, continued to be the largest software player. Oracle came in second.
Why Microsoft’s Capital Expenditure Has Risen
In fiscal 3Q18, Microsoft’s capital expenditure was $3.5 billion, with most going toward data center expansion.
Investors Should Avoid Defensive Sectors If Rates Rise
Valuations are at the higher end of their historical range. Investors should avoid defensive sectors, which are highly sensitive to interest rate changes.
IBM Led Peers in Patents in 2017
Earlier in the series, we discussed IBM’s improved position in the cloud space due to its prowess in the hybrid cloud space.
Does Palo Alto Pose a Real Competition to FireEye in Cybersecurity?
FireEye (FEYE) employs malware sandboxing technology to identify advanced security threats before they intrude and infect a network.
What’s Amazon’s Gobal AWS Strategy Now?
Amazon’s AWS is a fast-growing business for the company that saw its revenues rise by 55% YoY (year-over-year) to over $3.2 billion in 3Q16.
How Is Microsoft Ensuring Office 365’s Success?
Microsoft Teams for Office 365 Microsoft’s (MSFT) aim is to boost Office 365’s adoption by including new and efficient features. In fiscal 4Q17, to target education, Microsoft launched Microsoft Teams in Office 365. Microsoft Teams is a chat-centered workspace that requires the Office 365 subscription. It enables the members to access the team’s content instantly from […]
MLPs: How They Operate in the Midstream Energy Industry
Most MLPs operate in the midstream energy industry. They’re mainly involved in gathering, processing, storing, and transporting energy commodities.
The major sub-industries of the global power equipment industry
The power generation equipment industry is made up of various sub-industries, each with a structure of its own.
Why VMware Acquired CloudVelox
In late February 2018, VMware announced its acquisition of CloudVelox, taking its hybrid cloud to the next level.
Why It Only Costs $10K to Own a Chick-fil-A Location
There are several reasons why it only costs $10,000 to own a Chick-fil-A location. Keep reading to learn about all the details.
How Is Beyond Burger 3.0 Different and Will It Bring BYND Stock Up?
Alternative meat stock Beyond Meat has been struggling this year. Will the Beyond Burger 3.0 help the stock rebound?
Boston Properties among REITs: Kind of a Big Deal
Boston Properties is a Boston-based REIT that completed its initial public offering in 1997 and is now the largest publicly traded office REIT in the US.
Could the Model Y Change Tesla’s Profit Game?
This year, Tesla (TSLA) stock has fallen 21.3%, underperforming broader markets. Let’s look at how Tesla’s Model Y could turn things around.
An Investor’s Guide to Electric Vehicles
Investing in electric vehicles can be a smart decision, but where do you start? To learn more about this growing market, check out our guide.
New Discount Carrier Avelo Airlines Begins $19 Fares This Month
Avelo Airlines will offer discount fares from Hollywood Burbank Airport to 11 western U.S. destinations. Is the company publicly traded?
Credit Suisse Announces Major Layoffs Following Archegos Scandal
Credit Suisse executives are leaving after multibillion-dollar losses from the Archegos sell-off. What happened and who's leaving the company?
Can WeWork CEO Sandeep Mathrani Work His Magic Again?
Mathrani has experience pulling troubled companies out of the trenches. Can he help WeWork rebuild its image and take it public?
Is NFT Platform Rarible a Publicly-Traded Company?
NFT platform Rarible has gone through two funding rounds and isn't publicly traded. Does it have plans to go public?
Cameo Hits Unicorn Status — Is It Soon to Be Publicly Traded?
Cameo is a part of the creator economy, albeit for celebs. Is this company, now worth $1 billion, on the public market?
Proteomics Might Be an Unsung Sector in the Stock Market
Proteomics, the study of proteins, might be worth investing targeted capital in through the stock market. What can investors expect from this sector?
How Yotta, a No-Risk Lottery Savings Account, Works
Yotta Saving's winnings sound too good to be true. How does this FDIC-insured platform work? Is it a good bet for investors?
Linktree Just Got a Ton of New Funding — Is an IPO in The Future?
Social media startup Linktree announces $45 million in new funding. Will its soon be publicly traded? Get the details on the Series B funding.
Is Coaching Platform BetterUp Publicly Traded?
Coaching platform BetterUp is privately held but may go public with an IPO at some point.
What to Know Before Sila Nanotechnologies Goes Public
A rising star from Silicon Valley, Sila Nanotechnologies is gaining momentum before it goes public. What should you know before jumping on board?
New Home Builders Should Expect to Pay More for Wood
Wood is a valuable asset now more than ever. Here's what's pushing the price of lumber through the roof. Will prices keep rising?
Why Is Lyft So Expensive Right Now?
Lyft is showing signs of recovery with its stock prices higher in 2021. The rise is partly due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions easing.
How to Invest in Perch Credit—Jay-Z Funds His Latest Venture
Perch Credit is on a mission to separate itself from the fintech pack geared for profit. How can you invest in Perch Credit?
The Parent of All Parents: Here's What Berkshire Hathaway Actually Does
A holding company seems enigmatic, but Berkshire Hathaway's role is clear cut. So, what does Berkshire Hathaway actually do?
How Super League Gaming CEO Ann Hand Accumulated Her Wealth
Ann Hand, the CEO of Super League Gaming, earns a healthy salary and owns shares of SLGG stock. How did she obtain her wealth?
Stay HUMBL: What Happened to TSNP Stock?
HUMBL Inc., trading under the ticker "TSNP," performed a reverse stock split. Here's what that means for investors.
Drone Maker Skydio Raised $170 Million, Isn't Publicly Traded
Recently, drone maker Skydio raised $170 million in funding. However, the company isn't publicly traded. Does it have plans to go public?
Publix Ownership Is Split Between the Jenkins Family and Employees
Publix stores scatter the southeastern U.S. The Jenkins family operates the successful chain of supermarkets. The company is entirely employee-owned.
The Best Gene-Editing ETF for Your Portfolio in 2021
Gene editing is a new horizon in the scientific community. What's the best gene-editing ETF for investors in 2021?
MMED Stock Shows Shift in Perspective—Is It a Good Buy?
Medicine is changing, and MindMed is at the forefront of the shift. Does that make MMED stock a worthy investment?
DoorDash Isn’t Profitable Despite Higher Sales Amid COVID-19
Restaurant delivery company DoorDash isn't profitable yet despite increased sales amid the COVID-19 pandemic. When will the company be profitable?
3D Printing Construction Company SQ4D Got a Boost Amid COVID-19
3D printing construction company SQ4D has seen increased demand amid the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the company isn't publicly traded.
Gravity Payments Is a Private Company, Plans to Stay That Way
Gravity Payments has a steadfastly equitable CEO in Dan Price. As a private company, does Gravity Payments plan to go public?
With Fry's Electronics Closing, Is It Time to Go All In On E-commerce?
Brick-and-mortar isn't what it used to be, as Fry's Electronics knows. Should we pivot focus to e-commerce electronic stocks?
What Happens to CCIV Stock After It Merges With Lucid Motors?
Lucid Motors and CCIV are merging in a SPAC IPO, which has caused price volatility on CCIV stock. What happens to CCIV stock after the merger?
SAV Technology Picks Up Steam, Is a Legit Tech Subsector
SAV (shared autonomous vehicle) is a legitimate technology subsector that's growing—though maybe at a saunter. What exactly is SAV?