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Patrick Morris

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After a few stints in banking and corporate finance, Patrick joined the Motley Fool as a writer covering the financial sector. He's scaled back his everyday writing a bit, but he's always happy to opine on the latest headline news surrounding Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett and all things personal finance.

Recent Articles by Patrick Morris

Apr 23, 2014 by Patrick Morris

10 Reasons Berkshire Hathaway Is the Best Stock You Can Buy

Berkshire Hathaway grabs many headlines, but it also should pique the interest of every investor.

Apr 22, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Proof Wells Fargo Is Safer Than Bank of America Corp and Citigroup Inc

Wells Fargo is often perceived as being the safest among the biggest banks like Bank of America and Citigroup. But it turns out this perception has a major impact on its bottom line.

Apr 22, 2014 by Patrick Morris

5 Reasons You Should Love Visa and MasterCard

Visa and MasterCard are household names consumers love, but there are five compelling reasons to love them as investments as well.

Apr 22, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Synovus Financial Corp. Sees Its Income Triple Thanks to Improved Credit Quality

Today, Synovus Financial reported its net income rose from $14.8 million in the first quarter of 2013 to $45.9 in 2014 thanks to big improvements in the credit quality of its loans.

Apr 22, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Regions Financial Corporation's Net Income Dips 5%

As a result of the weakening mortgage market, Regions Financial saw net income fall 5%, from $327 million to $311 million, in the first quarter of 2014.

Apr 21, 2014 by Patrick Morris

BancorpSouth, Inc. Watches Income Jump by 36% in First Quarter

Thanks to cuts in expenses as well as fewer expected losses, BancorpSouth saw its net income jump from $22 million to $28.4 million in the first quarter.

Apr 21, 2014 by Patrick Morris

AT&T Inc. May Expand Ultra-Fast Fiber Network to 100 Areas

AT&T will begin conversations with area leaders to explore the potential of it expanding the capabilities of its high-speed GigaPower network to up to 21 different metropolitan statistical areas.

Apr 21, 2014 by Patrick Morris

The Surprising Way Citigroup Inc Topped Bank of America Corp and Wells Fargo & Co

Citigroup, Bank of America and Wells Fargo grab headlines, but one number you may have missed reveals Citigroup has one key measure of profits going in its favor.

Apr 20, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Warren Buffett Thinks This is The Most Important Business in Our Economy

Warren Buffett recently revealed one business is important not only to Berkshire Hathaway, but in fact every American.

Apr 20, 2014 by Patrick Morris

This 1 Number Will Change Your Mind About Bank of America

Bank of America had a seemingly tough first quarter at first glance, but one simple calculation shows a dramatically different result.

Apr 20, 2014 by Patrick Morris

You Should Be Nervous If Facebook Tried to Tackle Mobile Payments

It's been recently reported Facebook will seek to join eBay -- through PayPal -- Google, and others in the mobile payments industry, but there is reason investors should be concerned about its latest efforts.

Apr 19, 2014 by Patrick Morris

What the Rich Think Parents Should Teach Their Children About Money

Carlos Slim and Warren Buffett have more than $130 billion to their name. And while they've had different paths to success, it turns out they had very similar advice from their parents as children.

Apr 19, 2014 by Patrick Morris

These 3 Colleges Provide the Best Return on Investment for Undergraduates

The cost of college is rising, but a new study reveals three schools reign supreme in allowing undergraduate students to turn dollars spent on tuition into dollars earned throughout their lives.

Apr 19, 2014 by Patrick Morris

1 Critical Thing Americans Need to Know About the Stock Market

While the stock market may seem scary, one fascinating reality from Warren Buffett proves why people need to put aside their fears and begin investing.

Apr 19, 2014 by Patrick Morris

1 Thing Every Citigroup Inc Investor Will Love to Hear

Much has been made of the denial of Citigroup by Federal Reserve following the CCAR process, but who its CEO suggests bears responsibility will undoubtedly surprise many.

Apr 17, 2014 by Patrick Morris

People's United Financial, Inc. Sees Gain in Income, Misses Expectations, Raises Dividend

People's United Financial announced its net income rose to $53 million in the first quarter. It's raising quarterly dividend to $0.165.

Apr 17, 2014 by Patrick Morris

The Blackstone Group L.P. Watches Net Income Jump 30% to $814 Million

Blackstone Group reported its net income rose $186 million year-over-year in the first quarter of this year thanks to impressive results from its private equity line of business.

Apr 17, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Despite Dip in Profits, Goldman Sachs Group Inc Tops Analyst Expectations

Earnings at Goldman Sachs fell 11% relative to the first quarter of 2013, but its earnings per share came in well ahead of what analysts were anticipating.

Apr 17, 2014 by Patrick Morris

The Unexpected Way Wells Fargo & Co Is Beating Citigroup Inc

Many investors think they know how Wells Fargo would beat Citigroup, but it turns out Wells Fargo is outpacing Citi in one key business.

Apr 16, 2014 by Patrick Morris

3D Systems Corporation Makes Acquisition of Leading Latin American Firm Robtec

As 3D Systems continued its buying spree, making its 10th acquisition since August, it announced today it would be acquiring Brazil-based Robtec for an undisclosed amount.

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