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Brexit One Year Later: Markets Might Get It Wrong Again June 23, 2017

The Brexit vote sank the pound but buoyed the FTSE 100. That relationship might be changing.

For Consumers, Less Debt but Lots of Bills June 23, 2017

As a group, U.S. households’ debt-to-income and debt-to-asset ratios in the first quarter fell to their lowest levels since the early 2000s. But financial obligations beyond debt payments, such as rents and auto leases, are taking a bigger bite out of pay.

Weibo Gets in Beijing's Way June 23, 2017

Investors need to consider the political risk faced by China’s version of Twitter.

China's Debt Crackdown Could Get Out of Hand June 23, 2017

High flying Anbang and HNA are the latest victims of a broad crackdown on risk in China. The well-worn thesis that China would have a boring year ahead of its leadership summit has proven false.

A New Risk for Goldman, Morgan Stanley in Stress Tests June 22, 2017

This year’s bank stress tests turned up an unpleasant surprise for Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. The banks scored low on a metric introduced for the first time this year, the supplementary leverage ratio, meant to measure banks’ total leverage.

A Risky Bet By Investors---That the Health-Care Bill Fails June 22, 2017

The Better Care Reconciliation Act of 2017 is here, and investors aren’t remotely concerned.

'Immaterial' Revision or Not, Hain Still has Problems June 22, 2017

An internal investigation at Hain Celestial Group found past errors in its accounting were immaterial. Investors care more about the company’s future, which still looks troubled

Uber: Too Big to Flail June 22, 2017

The investors who have sunk many billions into Uber can take at least some comfort in the reality that scale still matters—by a lot.

Why Diageo Is Paying $500 a Bottle for George Clooney's Tequila June 22, 2017

Unfortunately for big liquor groups, craft distilling is following the trail blazed by craft brewing

Goodbye for Now to China's Biggest Deal Makers June 22, 2017

China’s crackdown on lending to its biggest deal makers means the “China bid,” which has kept global deal making humming, will take an even longer breather than previously thought.

One Almost-Certain Risk for Investors in the Health-Care Bill June 22, 2017

As investors struggle to understand the overhaul of the Affordable Care Act, one area to watch is insurance deductibles, which are likely to rise and could increase pressure on the health-care industry to control costs.

A Sweetheart Deal to Bailout Italy's Banks June 22, 2017

Intesa Sanpaolo has proposed a takeover of two small banks’ good assets, but the deal is almost too good to be true

Adobe Is a Bright Spot in the Cloud June 21, 2017

Adobe has proven that the cloud can have a silver lining. The cloud software company has grown per-share earnings on a year-over-year basis every quarter for the last three years -- and that’s based on generally accepted accounting principles.

Rampaging Oil Bears Are Missing Half the Picture June 21, 2017

Oil has a U.S. supply problem, but unlike in previous downturns, demand still looks firm—for now.

MSCI Inclusion Should Intensify Scrutiny of Chinese Shares June 21, 2017

China has won a longed-for trophy with admission of its domestically-listed stocks to MSCI’s global benchmarks. Don’t hold your breath that it will lead to a more open market.

Trump Plan a Potential Bonanza for Trust Banks June 21, 2017

Custody banks like Bank of New York Mellon and State Street would benefit from Trump’s deregulation plans.

The Dark Side of Good News in Biotech June 21, 2017

Deal making is a staple of the biotech industry, but betting on mergers and acquisitions is much harder than it looks for investors.

The Fed's Poor Record on Soft Landings June 21, 2017

There are two things investors should keep in mind about the Federal Reserve: One, it is in a tightening cycle. Two, tightening cycles almost always end badly.

Avocado Toast Looks a Better Bet Than Australian Housing June 21, 2017

Australia’s housing market is particularly vulnerable as Chinese buyers are stymied by capital controls.

What Virtual Reality Needs to Get Real June 21, 2017

High-end VR hasn’t created a large enough installed base of customers for game publishers to commit major development dollars. And without must-have games, virtual reality just won’t break out of its niche.

WSJ Market News

Brexit One Year Later: Markets Might Get It Wrong Again June 23, 2017

The Brexit vote sank the pound but buoyed the FTSE 100. That relationship might be changing.

For Consumers, Less Debt but Lots of Bills June 23, 2017

Weibo Gets in Beijing's Way June 23, 2017

Investors need to consider the political risk faced by China’s version of Twitter.

China's Debt Crackdown Could Get Out of Hand June 23, 2017

High flying Anbang and HNA are the latest victims of a broad crackdown on risk in China. The well-worn thesis that China would have a boring year ahead of its leadership summit has proven false.

A New Risk for Goldman, Morgan Stanley in Stress Tests June 22, 2017

A Risky Bet By Investors---That the Health-Care Bill Fails June 22, 2017

The Better Care Reconciliation Act of 2017 is here, and investors aren’t remotely concerned.

'Immaterial' Revision or Not, Hain Still has Problems June 22, 2017

An internal investigation at Hain Celestial Group found past errors in its accounting were immaterial. Investors care more about the company’s future, which still looks troubled

Uber: Too Big to Flail June 22, 2017

The investors who have sunk many billions into Uber can take at least some comfort in the reality that scale still matters—by a lot.

Goodbye for Now to China's Biggest Deal Makers June 22, 2017

China’s crackdown on lending to its biggest deal makers means the “China bid,” which has kept global deal making humming, will take an even longer breather than previously thought.

Barron’s Most Viewed Today

How Will Stocks Perform In the Next 12 Months? June 23, 2017

The Standard & Poor’s 500 index is up almost 9% this year and more good news is likely ahead.

Is FANG Taking Too Big a Bite Out of the Market? June 22, 2017

Will these corporate leaders bring down the market like their forebears, the Nifty Fifty, once did?

Will Qatar Help American Airlines Stock Fly Higher? June 22, 2017

In a bold and politically complicated move, Qatar Airways said it plans to buy up to 10% of American’s shares.

Pandora Stock Seen Valued at $12 June 22, 2017

Pandora is trading at a low valuation pro forma for the Sirius investment compared with Internet peers.

Analysts Say This Game Has Become the New Call of Duty June 22, 2017

For years, Activision relied on big sales from Call of Duty, but the latest version of the game floundered. Overwatch is picking up the slack.

How to Trade Amazon With Shares Near $1,000 June 22, 2017

This options strategy may appeal to well-heeled investors who want to collect big premiums.

Biotech Breaks Out: Bulls Rejoice as Stocks Surge June 22, 2017

Biotech joins a growing list of sectors scoring technical breakouts. Celgene, Regeneron, Amgen on fire.

Profit From Pessimism Over the Oil Bear Market June 21, 2017

This contrarian trade attempts to monetize the sudden emergence of fearful options trading patterns.