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This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Baby Boomers
Key PointsThe average might be bigger than you expect.Everyone's situation is unique.The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Comparing your retirement savings nest egg to everyone else's can paint a misleading picture. Everyone's situation -- and needs -- are different....The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
CANADA STOCKS-TSX futures rise as US-China truce extension eases tariff jitters
Aug 12 (Reuters) - Futures tracking Canada's main stock index climbed on Tuesday as commodity prices firmed following the U.S.–China trade truce, while attention turned to the much-awaited U.S. inflation data for insight into the Federal Reserve's rate-cut trajectory.Futures on the S&P/T...Reuters
Tue, Aug 12
Intel climbs after CEO meets Trump
** Shares of chipmaker Intel INTC.O rise 3.3% to $21.3 premarket ** U.S. President Donald Trump said he met Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan on Monday, praising Tan and calling the meeting "very interesting"** Last week, Trump had demanded Tan's immediate resignation, calling him "highly conflic...Reuters
Tue, Aug 12
Is UPS Stock Stuck Back at Pre-Pandemic Levels, or Is There Room for Recovery in 2025?
Key PointsUnited Parcel Service's stock rose sharply during the pandemic as shopping from home rose.As the post-pandemic world opened back up again, UPS' business stalled and the company began to revamp its operations.UPS is preparing for the future by slimming down and refocusing on its highest-mar...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
Got $1,000? 3 Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever
Key PointsA leader in animal health trades at its lowest valuation ever.A Dividend King at a great price.A company poised to grow as the general population ages.10 stocks we like better than Zoetis › Right now is not a good time in the healthcare sector. Various companies across the space are well b...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
Gold miners gain as bullion prices edge higher
** U.S.-listed shares of gold miners rise premarket, tracking rise in bullion prices GOL/** Spot gold XAU= up 0.2% at $3,348.22/ounce, after a sharp selloff in the previous session, as investors focused on U.S. inflation data that could shape the Federal Reserve's rate-cut timeline** Bullion sli...Reuters
Tue, Aug 12
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Just Delivered Incredible News For Nvidia Stock Investors
Key PointsOpenAI CEO Sam Altman suggested that GPT-5 has made significant strides compared to prior models, especially in areas such as coding and healthcare.The release of GPT-5 and competing large language models bodes well for continued demand for Nvidia's GPU architectures and CUDA software plat...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
3 Reasons to Buy SoFi Technologies Stock Now, and 2 Reasons to Wait
Key PointsGetting people to switch banks isn't easy, but SoFi Technologies has been adding millions of new customers annually.With its own technology platform, SoFi can avoid software vendors that chew up its competitors' profits.SoFi's lending portfolio has an acceptable level of delinquency now, b...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
LIVE MARKETS-Tariff u-turn steadies gold, UBS keeps $3,500 view
STOXX 600 up 0.2%Eyes on US consumer pricesUS, China extend tariff truceWall St futures steadyWelcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at markets.research@thomsonreuters.com TARIFF U-TURN STEADIES GOLD, UBS...Reuters
Tue, Aug 12
Shock Sale at Berkshire Hathaway: Longtime Supporter and Berkshire Director’s Firm Sells 30% of Holdings
TradingKey - As shares of Berkshire Hathaway, the company led by legendary investor Warren Buffett, retreated from recent highs, a notable move by one of its board members has raised concerns. Davis Selected Advisers, an investment firm affiliated with Chris Davis — a long-time supporter of Buffett
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Tue, Aug 12
Why Is The Trade Desk Stock Crashing, and Is It a Buying Opportunity?
Investors were spooked by the actions taken by Amazon's (NASDAQ: AMZN) advertising segment and how they could impact The Trade Desk (NASDAQ: TTD).Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More »*Stock prices used...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
Should You Buy Fortinet Stock on the Dip?
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) provided insights on a new product launch that disappointed investors.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More »*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Aug. 8, 2025. The vide...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
Why D-Wave Quantum Stock Soared 17.4% Last Month and Has Inched Higher in August
Key PointsD-Wave Quantum stock recorded big gains last month with the help of bullish coverage from analysts. Multiple investment firms set price targets suggesting big return potential for the stock. D-Wave reported its second-quarter results this month, and its share price has moved higher thanks ...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
This AI Stock Is Soaring, but It's Not Too Late to Buy
Key PointsDigitalOcean's growth is starting to accelerate as its AI platform matures.The stock soared after the second-quarter earnings report as AI revenue more than doubled.It's not too late to buy the stock at a reasonable valuation.10 stocks we like better than DigitalOcean › DigitalOcean (NYSE:...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
Intel Rallies Over 3% in Pre-Market — Is It Following Nvidia and AMD in Revenue-Sharing Talks with Trump?
On Tuesday, August 12, Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC) extended its recent gains, rising 3.24% in pre-market trading to $21.35. This follows a 5% intraday surge on Monday, with the stock closing up 3.66%, driven by speculation surrounding a potential revenue-sharing agreement with the Trump admini
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Tue, Aug 12
Is Occidental Petroleum a Buy on the Dip?
Key PointsOccidental Petroleum made a huge splash when it outbid Chevron to buy Anadarko Petroleum.Oxy's business hit a rough patch shortly after the Anadarko deal, but it has a more clear direction now.The energy company isn't as big as some of its peers, but it is working hard to bulk up.10 stocks...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
3 Things That Scare Me About Retirement -- and How to Deal With Them
Key PointsThe idea of running out of money is terrifying.A lack of structure may not be the best thing for my mental health.Long-term care costs can be a beast. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › When I imagine retirement, a lot of amazing things come to mind -- ha...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
The Next Generation of Dividend Kings: 3 Stocks to Watch
Key PointsOnly 4% of companies in the S&P 500 have delivered dividend growth on par with ExxonMobil.NNN REIT has the third-longest dividend growth streak in the REIT sector. Medtronic is on the cusp of joining this elite group of dividend stocks. 10 stocks we like better than ExxonMobil › Dividend K...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
XRP (Ripple) Investors Just Received Fantastic News From the Securities and Exchange Commission
Key PointsRipple has faced scrutiny from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) since 2020 for the way it issued the XRP cryptocurrency. The SEC agreed to settle its lawsuit against Ripple last Thursday, in line with President Donald Trump's promise to run a pro-crypto administration. Th...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
