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Why Opendoor Stock Plunged 32% in December
Real estate technology company Opendoor Technologies (NASDAQ: OPEN) stock dropped 32% in December, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. Mortgage rates went back up after receding earlier in the year, and the market became more pessimistic about the real estate industry again.
Jan 6, 2025

Better Artificial Intelligence Stock: IonQ vs. Rigetti Computing
When investors discuss the artificial intelligence (AI) market, they often focus on GPU makers like Nvidia, generative AI software developers like OpenAI, AI-driven cloud giants like Microsoft, and data center and networking chipmakers like Broadcom. Yet those investors will often overlook the poten
Jan 6, 2025

Warren Buffett Sold $133 Billion Worth of Stocks in 2024: Here Are 2 He's Not Selling
Buffett continues to hold shares of Coca-Cola and American Express, which says a lot about what he thinks of their competitive advantages and growth prospects.
Jan 6, 2025

Should You Buy the Dip in Micron Stock Right Now?
On Dec. 18, semiconductor company Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) reported earnings for its first quarter of fiscal 2025 (ended Nov. 28) -- and by all accounts, the report looked rock solid.
Jan 3, 2025

Microsoft vs. Amazon: Which Cloud-Computing Stock Will Outperform in 2025?
Both Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) saw strong growth in their cloud-computing business units in 2024. While Microsoft's Azure saw the higher revenue growth, it was Amazon's stock that outperformed in 2024.
Jan 3, 2025

4 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy in 2025
In this video, I will talk about four semiconductor stocks worth your attention as we kick off 2025. Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.
Jan 3, 2025

Should You Buy Tesla Stock for 2025?
Tesla's (NASDAQ: TSLA) stock price soared in 2024, but 2025 could be a more challenging year for the EV industry overall.
Jan 3, 2025

Why SoFi Stock Tumbled by Over 8% on Thursday
The stock market had a fairly gloomy start to the new year on Thursday, but SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) shares really took a hit. The fintech plummeted by more than 8% on the inaugural trading session of 2025, a far steeper fall than the 0.2% slide of the bellwether S&P 500 index.
Jan 3, 2025

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.
Jan 3, 2025

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.
Jan 2, 2025

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.
Jan 2, 2025

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...
Jan 2, 2025

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.
Jan 2, 2025

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.
Jan 2, 2025

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!
Dec 31, 2024

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.
Dec 31, 2024

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.
Dec 31, 2024

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.
Dec 30, 2024

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.
Dec 30, 2024

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.
Dec 30, 2024



