BARRON’S MAGAZINE – FEBRUARY 26, 2024 ISSUE:

Counter-Strike Is One of the World’s Most Successful Videogames. How It Also Became a Gateway to Gambling.

Videogame makers have disavowed connections to gambling, while regulators have looked the other way. Meanwhile, young gamers are placing their first bets.

Outback Steakhouse Owner Bloomin’ Brands Is Taking Steps to Boost Sales

The stock is bargain-priced, but that should change as the company focuses on faster service and stepped-up marketing.4 min read

Why More European Firms Are Hopping the Pond to List in the U.S.

Foreign companies are attracted by the bigger market, stronger stock prices and more rapidly growing economy in the U.S.4 min read

BARRON’S MAGAZINE – FEBRUARY 19, 2024 ISSUE:

Trump vs. Biden: Who Can Handle the Reins of a Hot Economy

The candidates have divergent views on critical matters tied to economic growth. Why investors should pay attention.

How the White House’s New Global Economic Strategist Sees the World

Daleep Singh, a PGIM economist heading back to the White House, says the world’s challenges are going to require more fiscal spending.

Elections Don’t Usually Drive Markets. Just Wait.

A series of consequential elections around the world, including one in the U.S., could affect investors for years to come.Long read

BARRON’S MAGAZINE – FEBRUARY 12, 2024 ISSUE:

Pharmacy Chains Are in a World of Hurt. Blame Shrinking Drug Reimbursements.

Chains like Walgreens and CVS have pivoted from endless expansion to closing stores to boost profits.

Dividend Stocks Make Sense Now. Here Are More Than 20 to Consider.

Many high-yielding sectors of the market are undervalued right now, and collecting dividends has several advantages over clipping coupons on bonds.

U.S. Pharmacies Are in Crisis. A Tale of One Troubled CVS Store.

A Barron’s exclusive shows how corporate decisions at CVS left a pharmacy staff in Virginia Beach reeling, causing costly mistakes.

Home Is Where the Cash Is. How to Tap It Wisely.

Home-equity lines of credit are popular among homeowners, but higher rates and fees might be off-putting. What to look for.

Buy Mondelez Stock for Oreos—and Everything Else

Shares of the snack maker should benefit from continued growth in emerging markets and elsewhere.

BARRON’S MAGAZINE – FEBRUARY 5, 2024 ISSUE:

The 6% Commission for Home Sales Is Under Attack. Inside the Fight to Keep It Alive.

Despite years of technology disruption, home commissions remain stuck near 6%. Now courts, consumers, and some brokers are fighting back.

This Company Sells Wagyu to High-End Restaurants. Its Stock Could Deliver 25% Returns for You.

The specialty food distributor said it would dial back on acquisitions to focus on integrating new purchases and improving profitability.4 min read

Commercial Real Estate Will Rebound, Including Office Sector, Says Investor

Sonny Kalsi is most optimistic about industrial property and data centers.3 min read