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**Industry Focus**

Healthcare, technology, energy, consumer goods, and more. Every day, Motley Fool analysts break down a specific industry and the stocks making headlines. Questions? Comments? Email us at IndustryFocus@fool.com.

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Financials: Tax Tips for Last-Minute Filers Apr 10, 2017

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With the April 18 tax filing deadline fast approaching, here are some things you need to know.

Tech: Opening Up IPO's to Average Investors Apr 07, 2017

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The average investor doesn't have a shot at buying shares of an IPO at issuance price... but that could be changing soon. ClickIPO's CEO Scott Coyle hops on the show to talk about the IPO market, and how his company is hoping to democratize access to IPO's and secondary issuances.

Energy: What is the crack spread and how does it affect oil prices? Apr 06, 2017

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Oil prices are in limbo -- here's what the bulls have to say.

Healthcare: Losing Money On A Stock? Blame Your Brain Apr 05, 2017

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We all have cognitive biases, but if we're not careful, they can lead to bad investments. In this episode, we investigate the relationship between psychology and investing, and explain how you can outsmart your biases.

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CG: Fact or Fluff? Apr 04, 2017

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We look at recent quotes from the management teams at Target and Dr. Pepper Snapple to determine whether their hopeful plans for the future should be accepted at face value by investors. In other news, Panera Bread hit a fresh all-time high Monday after news broke that the company is fielding buyout offers -- here are the companies likely to pursue a deal.

Financials: Digging Into the Details of PNC Financial Apr 03, 2017

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Over the past two decades, PNC Financial has evolved into one of the best-managed companies in the financial services sector. Listen in as The Motley Fool's Gaby Lapera and John Maxfield dissect what's behind its success.

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Tech: Sell-Side Love Notes to Snap Mar 31, 2017

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Snap got a bump early this week as a flurry of "Buy" notes came in from sell-side analysts. On this episode, we walk through the sell-side/buy-side dynamic and dig into the analyst reports.

Energy: Why Can’t Hedge Funds Make Up Their Minds About Oil Prices? Mar 30, 2017

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In a classic case of whiplash, hedge funds are now turning sour on crude after bullish bets hit an all-time high just a few weeks ago – the Energy crew weighs in.

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Healthcare: Big News Makes These Stocks Winners and Losers Mar 29, 2017

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A jam-packed month for news that includes a failed plan to replace Obamacare, a big cardiovascular study, a fast-approaching IPO, and a big advance in treating ovarian cancer has big implications on top healthcare stocks.

CG: Biggest Players and Trends in the Video Game Industry Mar 28, 2017

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With billions of gamers and technology improving each year, video game companies are finding new ways to engage with customers. Here are some of the major takeaways for investors.

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