The semiconductor-equipment manufacturer's move into the solar-panel market has lowered margins for now, but the long-term opportunity remains attractive, according to Morningstar's Andy Ng.
With industrial orders rising, stabilization at GE Capital, and dispositions of non-core assets complete, General Electric is on track for a solid few years of results, says Morningstar's Daniel Holland.
Operational and financial improvements at alternative-energy firm Ormat Technologies have underscored the stock's bargain price, says Morningstar's Mark Barnett.
Only 45% of certified financial planners use social media for professional purposes, according to a survey released Thursday by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards.
Uncertainty over compliance and regulatory requirements remains the top reason CFPs steer clear of using social media for professional use, according to a just-released survey by the CFP Board.