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Why Solana, Cardano, and Aptos Are Kicking Off the New Year Right
Today was a volatile day in the stock market, with all three major indices closing lower to end the day after being up considerably in early morning trading.
Fri, Jan 3
Will Artificial Intelligence (AI) Demand Help Dell Stock Skyrocket in 2025?
When you think of artificial intelligence (AI) computing, Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) probably isn't the first company you think of. Dell likely reminds you of a laptop or computing station you use at work, not big, powerful AI computing.
Thu, Jan 2
Should You Buy This Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock in 2025?
Data analytics expert BigBear.ai (NYSE: BBAI) has been soaring in 2024. On the morning of New Year's Eve, the stock was up by 128% in 52 weeks. Inquisitive minds (and growth-hungry investors) want to know if the gains can continue in 2025 and beyond.
Thu, Jan 2
Will the Stock Market Soar or Crash in 2025? Most Wall Street Analysts Share This Opinion.
The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) rocketed 23% in 2024, marking the second consecutive year in which the benchmark index gained more than 20%, something it last did in 1998. Factors contributing to that upside include strong economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and excitement about artificial...
Thu, Jan 2
Should You Buy Netflix Stock Before Jan. 6?
One company that quietly had a milestone year in 2024 is streaming platform Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX), which gained 85% and is currently trading near all-time highs.
Thu, Jan 2
Biggest Social Security Changes Taking Effect in 2025
As we step into 2025, you may be setting financial goals for the year and putting together your to-do list. While you're at it, you should also keep tabs on the Social Security changes coming this year. These updates could impact you, whether you're still working or already retired.
Thu, Jan 2
Prediction: Microsoft Will Beat the Market, Here's Why
Explore the exciting world of Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) with our expert analysts in this Motley Fool Scoreboard episode. Check out the video below to gain valuable insights into market trends and potential investment opportunities!
Tue, Dec 31
Start 2025 Off Right -- by Making These 9 Smart Moves
If you want to look back on 2025 with great satisfaction, here are some financial moves you might make now or soon.
Tue, Dec 31
Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Uber vs. Lyft
Uber (NYSE: UBER) and Lyft (NASDAQ: LYFT) are both synonymous with ride-hailing services. Uber is the market leader in the U.S. and many other countries, while Lyft is an underdog that operates only in the U.S. and Canada.
Tue, Dec 31
How Likely Is the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and How Will It Impact Bitcoin's Price?
Thanks to this year's rally in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), which recently broke through the $100,000 price level, the concept of a strategic Bitcoin reserve has rapidly transformed from an arcane campaign issue into an economic idea worthy of serious consideration.
Mon, Dec 30
5 Reasons to Buy Sirius XM Stock Like There's No Tomorrow
There's no sugarcoating how 2024 played out for Sirius XM Holdings (NASDAQ: SIRI) shareholders. It's been a rough year. However, there's a lot of truth to the old mutual fund disclaimer that past results aren't an indicator of future performance.
Mon, Dec 30
SoundHound AI: Buy or Sell in 2025?
Although Nvidia invested a mere $3.7 million in voice-AI start-up SoundHound AI (NASDAQ: SOUN) about a year ago, that investment put SoundHound squarely on the map as a potential AI winner.
Mon, Dec 30
Is AMD Stock a Buy Now?
Semiconductor designer Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) has been swooning lately. Despite a robust price jump last Monday, AMD's stock is down more than 40% from its one-year high. With less than a week left in 2024, share prices have plunged 15% this year.
Mon, Dec 30
Better AI Stock: Nvidia vs. Palantir?
Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) and Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR) have been two of the best-performing stocks on the market this year, and artificial intelligence is the major reason.
Mon, Dec 30
Will This Be the Best AI Stock of 2025?
In today's video, I discuss Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU), its business strategy, growth opportunities, potential risks, and why artificial intelligence stock investors should not ignore this semiconductor stock.
Fri, Dec 27
Is Berkshire Hathaway a Millionaire Maker?
If you had invested $10,000 in Berkshire on May 10, 1965 -- the day Warren Buffett's investment fund took full control of the struggling textile maker -- your investment would be worth a whopping $381.9 million today.
Fri, Dec 27
Prediction: Wall Street's Most Unique Member of the "Magnificent Seven" Will Become the Hottest Stock-Split Stock of 2025
On a year-to-date basis, as of the closing bell on Dec. 23, the ageless Dow Jones Industrial Average, benchmark S&P 500, and growth-powered Nasdaq Composite have respectively increased by 14%, 25%, and 32%.
Fri, Dec 27
3 Reasons Bitcoin Could Go Parabolic in 2025
Now that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has broken through the $100,000 price level, it's understandable why many investors are wondering just how much higher the world's most popular cryptocurrency can go.
Fri, Dec 27
Better Buy: Eli Lilly vs. Novo Nordisk. The Answer Is Becoming Abundantly More Clear.
Companies such as Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson captured myriad headlines as each of these businesses played an integral role in the development of vaccines used to treat COVID-19.
Fri, Dec 27
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Why XRP Is Sinking Today
The XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) cryptocurrency is falling in today's trading. The crypto token price was down 6.6% over the last 24 hours of trading as of 6:15 p.m. ET. Meanwhile, Bitcoin was down 4%, and Ethereum was down 5.3%.
Fri, Dec 27
