Articles by Mike Pate

Natural gas is one of the cleanest, safest, and most useful of all energy sources.

The initial release of the Google Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG) TV did not take off like many had hoped for; it was expensive, a bit clunky, and needed to improve to become a serious player...

Rich Kinder, founder of Kinder Morgan Energy Partners (NYSE:KMP), is a visionary who has built one of the largest pipeline companies in the country.

In my last article on Walgreen Company (NYSE:WAG), I gave light on pressing issues revolving around the world’s largest drugstore.

Should income investors choose high dividend “bond-like stocks” or stick to Treasury Bonds? Leon Cooperman, founder of hedge fund Omega Advisors, compared buying Treasuries...

The fertilizers and agricultural chemicals industry consists of makers of agricultural fertilizers, pesticides, seeds, and lawn and garden products.

Tired of sky high smartphone bills? The startup wireless data service FreedomPop can help smartphone users slice hundreds of dollars off their phone bills.

“Put all your eggs in one basket -- and watch that basket!” --Mark Twain In the past, Oracle Corporation (NASDAQ:ORCL) has put their eggs in two different baskets.

After hitting their 52 week high on September 28, Walgreen Company (NYSE:WAG) shares slid 0.4% that day after announcing their fourth quarter results.

In a Bloomberg interview with billionaire hedge fund manager Jim Chanos, the infamous short seller discussed his strategy, a few of his positions, and even spoke a little on politics...

WTI crude oil closed yesterday below $90 a barrel for the first time since August 2, 2012. Brent crude oil is also near its one month low, trading around $110.

As John Templeton famously said, bull markets grown on skepticism die on euphoria.

Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) has proven that their YouTube segment can develop and market content to compete with major broadcast channels.

Streaming video services provided by companies like Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) and Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) changed the way people watch movies.

The increased usage of laser technology within the consumer, industrial, and medical industries has boded well for IPG Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ:IPGP).

The energy sector has underperformed year-to-date returning only 2.35% to shareholders, while the S&P500 has appreciated 14.57%.

“If you gave me $100 billion and said take away the soft drink leadership of Coca-Cola in the world, I’d give it back to you and say it can’t be done.” -Warren Buffett...

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (INDEXDJX:.DJI) was one of the modern world’s first market indicators.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (INDEXDJX:.DJI) was one of the modern world’s first market indicators.

If you gave me $100 billion and said take away the soft drink leadership of Coca-Cola in the world, I’d give it back to you and say it can’t be done.” -Warren Buffett- Not...

I couldn’t help but notice how different a Walgreen Company (NYSE:WAG) advertisement I saw over the weekend looked.

In order for Hewlett-Packard Company (NYSE:HPQ) to be a force in the brutally competitive horizontal computer industry, the company must adapt to industrywide changes.

David Gerstenhaber, one of the first tiger cubs, is the hedge fund manager for Argonaut Capital, and is responsible for one very disturbing forecast of the Eurozone's future.

Former Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC) CEO Andy Grove was a pioneer in the semiconductor industry and deserves credit for coining the phrase “only the paranoid survive.” Grove...

Nintendo Co., Ltd (PINK:NTDOY) will again bring innovation to the $17 billion console gaming industry. On Nov.

Founded in 2005, Magnetar Capital is headquartered in Evanston, Illinois and also has a presence in New York, London, and Beijing.

In 1998, MSD Capital was founded strictly to manage Michael Dell’s funds. Dell is chairman of the board of directors and CEO of Dell Inc.

By focusing on its growth strategy via menu optimization, modernizing the customer experience, and broadening accessibility, McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) has been in the...

David Gallo, one of the most infamous Tiger Cubs, is the hedge fund manager of Valinor Management.

LinkedIn Corporation (NYSE:LNKD), the online professional networking platform of more than 175 million users, looks to change how unemployed workers find jobs, while improving...

Robert Karr, one of Julian Robertson’s "Tiger Cubs," is the founder and current portfolio manager of Joho Capital.

Rupert Murdoch, the founder and CEO of News Corp (NASDAQ:NWSA), has a vast range of upcoming issues surrounding his company.

Hedge fund activity is an essential indicator for individual investors to follow, as empirical studies have shown that ardent mimickers can beat the market, sometimes by as much...

Over the last 3 years, TJ Maxx Companies (NYSE:TJX) has successfully met or exceeded every estimate that management or the streets laid out.

Wellpoint Inc (NYSE:WLP) disappointed last quarter and has repeatedly underperformed competitors.

Yelp Inc (NYSE:YELP), the user-generated review Web site connecting people with local businesses, and OpenTable Inc (NASDAQ:OPEN),the restaurant reservation site, are reshaping...

Amidst of the financial crisis in 2009, Bank of America Corp (NYSE:BAC) was arguably in the worst financial distress among banks with assets greater than $50 billion.

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Since the internet service provider’s IPO in June 2011, Pandora Media Inc (NYSE:P)’s stock price has declined 10.5%.

I remember as a child walking into banks and being wowed by the marble counters and floors, not to mention the free cookie.

CVS Caremark Corporation (NYSE:CVS) benefited from the prolonged contract negotiations between Walgreen Corporation (NYSE:WAG) and Express Scripts (NASDAQ:ESRX).

Who Carries the Bigger Stick? Walgreens (NYSE:WAG) made a bet in June 2011, that America’s number one drug store carried more weight in the supply chain than the largest pharmacy...

Express Scripts (NASDAQ:ESRX) experienced a rough second half in 2011 stemming from the prolonged contract negotiations with Walgreens (NYSE:WAG).

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is still billionaire Stephen Mandel's top stock pick.