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Evan Niu, CFA

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Evan is a Senior Technology Analyst at The Motley Fool. He was previously a Senior Trading Specialist at Charles Schwab, and worked briefly at Tesla. Evan graduated from the University of Texas at Austin, and is a CFA charterholder.

Recent Articles by Evan Niu, CFA

Sep 8, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

Just Like Facebook, Twitter Starts Testing Its "Buy" Button

It's official: Twitter is rolling out its "buy" button. The move comes shortly after Facebook began testing its own "buy" button. Social commerce is here to stay.

Sep 8, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

The Most Important Way Twitter Is Trying to Copy Facebook Inc.

Twitter wants to be like Facebook in more ways than one, especially when it comes to financial results.

Sep 8, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

1 More Sign Amazon's Fire Phone Is a Flop

Amazon's Fire Phone gets a steep discount, which can't be a good sign.

Sep 8, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

2 Major Technologies That Apple, Inc. is Finally Adopting -- And Who Stands to Benefit

At long last, Apple may choose to adopt near-field communications and organic LED displays. If so, that would be the ultimate validation for both technologies.

Sep 6, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

This Could Be Apple, Inc.'s Killer iWatch Feature

Smartwatches as a product category currently lack a compelling value proposition. Apple could change that by using the iWatch for its rumored payments service.

Sep 3, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

Why Apple, Inc. Pre-Announcing the iWatch Months in Advance Would Be Smart

Reports suggest that Apple will unveil its iWatch at its media event next week, but that the new wearable device may not ship until next year. Here's why that strategy would work.

Sep 3, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

Apple, Inc.'s iPhone 6 Will Jump-Start the Mobile Payments Revolution Next Week

It looks increasingly likely that Apple is preparing to launch its anticipated payments service. The company has partnered with the three major payment networks, but how will its service work?

Aug 31, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

Apple, Inc.'s iPad is Running Into Trouble in the Education Market

The iPad holds enormous potential to change education. Yet, Apple's tablet has run into some notable challenges within the educational market.

Aug 29, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

3 Reasons Microsoft Corporation's Stock Could Fall

Microsoft shares continue marching higher, but that doesn't mean a pullback isn't in order. Here are some key challenges that the software giant faces going forward.

Aug 27, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

Apple, Inc.'s iPad Pro Launch Could Be Closer Than You Think

Investors have been hearing about a possible iPad Pro for nearly a year. Bloomberg reports that Apple could launch the larger tablet in early 2015.

Aug 26, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

What The Twitch Acquisition Says About Amazon's Ad Ambitions

Despite rumors that Google was preparing to acquire Twitch, Amazon has swooped in and scooped up the video game streaming site. The move could be part of Amazon's broader aim of growing its ad business.

Aug 24, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

Why Apple, Inc.'s iPhone 6 Could Be Scarce at Launch

Apple's latest and greatest iPhone runs into some possible component shortages related to the display. Investors have heard this one before.

Aug 24, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

Apple, Inc. Is Wary of Freemium iOS Games And You Should Be Too

Freemium games using in-app purchases have proven to be extremely lucrative for mobile developers. Despite getting a piece of the action, Apple would prefer users buy premium apps instead.

Aug 24, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

1 Peculiar Reason Why Apple, Inc.'s iWatch May Not Be Real -- Yet

Everyone is expecting Apple to release the iWatch this year. So why hasn't Apple's notoriously leaky supply chain produced any hardware leaks?

Aug 23, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

Can the iPad Air 2 Bring Apple, Inc.'s Tablet Business Back?

Apple's tablet business has been slowing down lately, but new iPads could reinvigorate sales once again.

Aug 23, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

Back to Battle: T-Mobile and Sprint Go to War And You Win

Not long after Sprint calls off its reported acquisition attempt of T-Mobile, the two companies go to war on price. Can T-Mobile overtake Sprint in total customers by year's end?

Aug 22, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

3 Reasons Microsoft Corporation's Stock Could Rise

Microsoft sits at 10-year highs, and here's why the stock could continue its upward trend.

Aug 21, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

4 Things Twitter's Management Wants You to Know

Everything you need to know from Twitter's last conference call.

Aug 20, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

Apple, Inc. Takes a Different Approach to User Data in China

While most U.S. tech companies try to avoid storing data in China, Apple is bucking the trend. It also has the most to gain.

Aug 20, 2014 by Evan Niu, CFA

Barnes & Noble's Newest Samsung-Built NOOK Is Here

Barnes & Noble unveils its latest NOOK device. Can the bookseller make up its mind?

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