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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

Jul 1, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Breaking Down the Billion-Dollar Bet Make by American Realty Capital Healthcare Trust, Inc. and Ventas, Inc.

Ventas will be buying American Realty Capital Healthcare Trust and there is one thing dividend investors need to know about this major move.

Jul 1, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Understanding the True Value of Bank of America Corp and Citigroup

The stock price of Bank of America, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo has gone in vastly different directions since 2007, but that doesn't tell the whole story for these three banks.

Jul 1, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Why the Future Is Bright for American Express Company

American Express is definitely different than Visa and MasterCard, but one recent move to mimic the two credit card giants could mean big things to the company.

Jun 30, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Stryker Corporation Spending $375 Million to Acquire Assets of Small Bone Innovations

Stryker is buying assets including a three-piece ankle replacement system.

Jun 29, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Leaked: Warren Buffett's Recipe for Financial Success

Warren Buffett wants us to know the recipe for success at any company is simple, but tough to imitate.

Jun 29, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Facebook and Apple Will Fail if They Launch This Product

Much has been made about the possibility of Apple, Google, and Facebook tackling the banking world, but it turns out the challenges they face are greater than anyone may believe.

Jun 29, 2014 by Patrick Morris

The Student Loan Crisis Isn't as Bad as President Obama Wants You to Think

Student loans now top $1 trillion, but a recent study shows all the talk about the possible collapse of the American economy as a result may simply be false.

Jun 29, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Surprisingly, This Bank Has the Most Loyal Customers

Bank of America has undergone quite a turnaround in recent years, but it turns out, one bank crushes it when it comes to customer loyalty.

Jun 28, 2014 by Patrick Morris

The Best Kept Secret at Bank of America

Bank of America has had a wild run since 2009, but one secret often escapes many

Jun 28, 2014 by Patrick Morris

1 Number to Watch from Citigroup as 2014 Rolls On

Things have been rough for Citigroup in 2014, but one number relative to Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase is a bright spot, and it could be reason for optimism at this big bank.

Jun 28, 2014 by Patrick Morris

The Big Number Driving Realty Income Corp and National Retail Properties, Inc.

From a net income viewpoint, Realty Income and National Retail Properties seemed to move in opposite directions to start 2014. But it turns out funds from operations is the real number investors need to keep an eye on.

Jun 27, 2014 by Patrick Morris

How Berkshire Hathaway's GEICO Crushes Allstate and Progressive

The GEICO business of Berkshire Hathaway is undoubtedly a household name. But it's not just its name that outperforms peers like Allstate and Progressive.

Jun 26, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Despite Increased Expenses Thanks to the World Cup, Nike, Inc. Earnings Exceed Expectations

Nike delivered impressive results in the fourth quarter of its 2014 fiscal year that exceeded analyst expectations as its revenue jumped 13%.

Jun 26, 2014 by Patrick Morris

1 Thing You Need to Know About New York Community Bancorp

New York Community Bancorp has a heavily concentrated business compared to its peer Huntington Bancshares, but it turns out that may in fact be a key to its success.

Jun 26, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Diving Into the Massive Move from American Realty Capital Properties Inc

American Realty Capital Properties made an all-in bet on Red Lobster properties, and recent insight reveals that things may look better than investors first believed.

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Jun 24, 2014 by Patrick Morris

Why Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Is Up 7% in 2014

Berkshire Hathaway has narrowly trailed the return of the S&P 500 this year, but through the first six months of 2014, Warren Buffett is likely very happy with how his business is performing.

Jun 24, 2014 by Patrick Morris

1 Thing Every Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Shareholder Needs to See

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac received one more revealing piece of information about what the government really thinks of the two companies.

Jun 24, 2014 by Patrick Morris

The Biggest Threat to Warren Buffett's Empire

Warren Buffett has made an incredible business through Berkshire Hathaway. But there is one massive threat that could change everything.

Jun 23, 2014 by Patrick Morris

1 Terrifying Trend at Citigroup

Citigroup has shown some signs of life, but a comparison of one critical metric against Bank of America and Wells Fargo reveals a cause for concern.

Jun 22, 2014 by Patrick Morris

You’ll Never Guess Who Owns More of MasterCard Than Anyone Else

Berkshire Hathaway and Warren Buffett owns shares of MasterCard, but it turns out he's nowhere close to the biggest shareholder of one company located at the heart of the credit card industry.

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