Industry Focus

The Oracle of Omaha just released his latest letter to the shareholders of Berkshire Hathaway. In this episode of Industry Focus, we talk about what he had to say. 

 

Direct download: 20170306_IF_Financials.mp3
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Snap's IPO went well, and the stock is flying high, but that hasn't changed our minds about the ephemeral messaging app/camera company.

Direct download: 20170303_IF_Tech.mp3
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Everyone is talking about autonomous vehicles these days, but how long until they are a reality?

Direct download: 20170302_IF_Energy.mp3
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How drugs are priced the way that they are, and how to determine if drug prices are fair. Also, what makes dollar cost averaging such a powerful investing strategy.

 

Direct download: 20170301_IF_Healthcare.mp3
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The cast looks at the latest earnings results for major department stores as a tough retail environment and major store closures dominate the headlines. They also reach into the mailbag to take a first look at VF Corporation.

Direct download: 20170228_IF_Consumer_goods.mp3
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A mortgage is many homeowners single biggest expense each month, so it pays to understand the costs -- especially for new home buyers and people searching for a lower rate to refinance their house. The Trump administration could affect mortgage costs throughout 2017. Join the Motley Fool’s Nathan Hamilton and Gaby Lapera to learn what you need to know about mortgages in 2017.

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Digging through the company's earnings release, we break down what went wrong for Fitbit last year, and what management is doing to turn things around and find growth in 2017.

Direct download: IF_02_24_2017_Tech.mp3
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Energy storage is a hot topic these days, here’s who is currently leading the charge.

Direct download: 02_23_2017_Industry_Focus.mp3
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Carl Icahn's reportedly focusing his brand of investor activism on Bristol-Myers Squibb, but it's anyone's guess if he'll be able to convince the company to sell. Also, Celgene delivers a phase 3 win with blockbuster implications.

Direct download: 20170222_IF_Healthcare.mp3
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From price wars to automation, Fool.com contributor Daniel Kline offers his take on major trends currently driving innovation and growth at your favorite quick service restaurants.

Direct download: 20170221_IF_ConsumerGoods.mp3
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