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Oil firms slide as OPEC+ accelerates output hikes
** U.S.-listed shares of oil firms fall premarket, tracking dip in oil prices O/R** Brent crude futures LCOc1 down 2.1% at $60.02/barrel; U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude CLc1 slips 2.28% to $56.96/barrel** Oil prices decline as OPEC+, over the weekend, accelerated oil output hikes, raising concer...Reuters
Mon, May 5
There's a New SECURE Act 2.0 Super Catch-Up Contribution Available to Some Retirees. Here's How It Could Help You Prepare for Retirement.
If you're between the ages of 60 and 63 by the end of the year, you're part of a rarefied (but lucky) group. Beginning this year, Section 603 of the SECURE Act 2.0 allows you to supercharge your retirement accounts by contributing even more -- but only if you're between 60 and 63. Once you hit age 6...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
Strategists optimistic on China even as US-China trade war climbdown looks far off
By Ankika Biswas May 5 (Reuters) - As financial markets pin their hopes on a de-escalation in the U.S.-China trade war, some experts caution that meaningful progress in striking a deal between the world's two largest economies may still be some way off."Either tariffs are cut to more pala...Reuters
Mon, May 5
Here's Why Stanley Black & Decker Stock Got Hammered 22% in April
Shares in toolmaker and engineered fastener company Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) slumped by 21.9% in April, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. There's no debating the reason. The Liberation Day tariffs President Trump announced at the start of the month are significantly af...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
Is Carnival About to Sail Into Rough Waters?
Investors may suddenly feel confused about Carnival (NYSE: CCL) stock. Both Carnival and its largest competitors, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, had previously stuck to bullish forecasts as bookings remained strong despite sluggishness in the market.Unfortunately, the industry m...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
My Top AI Growth Stock to Buy in May (and It's Not Even Close)
Like most megacap growth stocks, Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) had been down big year to date due to a widespread sell-off, tariff turmoil, and recession fears. But Microsoft and other growth stocks have recovered in recent weeks.On Thursday, Microsoft rocketed even higher in response to a monster third-...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
This 6%-Yielding Dividend Stock Is Finally Healthy and Could Start Growing Again
Medical Properties Trust (NYSE: MPW) has battled two ailments over the past couple of years. The real estate investment trust's (REIT) top two tenants ran into severe financial issues, forcing both to ultimately file for bankruptcy. That issue and higher interest rates made it hard for the hospital ...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
Why Nu Holdings Stock Soared 21% in April
Nu Holdings (NYSE: NU) stock jumped 21% in April, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. It has been reporting strong growth consistently, and as a non-U.S.-based company, investors are seeing value in it while they're worried about tariffs. It also got a boost when it was approved t...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
In June, PepsiCo Will Do Something That It's Done Every Year Since Richard Nixon Was President -- and It's Something That Investors Today Should Appreciate
In 1972, former U.S. President Richard Nixon was reelected to the nation's highest office. There have been 13 presidential elections since then as well as nine presidents, a testament to just how much time has passed. But even though this is a long time period, beverage and snacks company PepsiCo (N...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
Why Investors Grounded Southwest Airlines Stock in April
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) operates in an industry that's very exposed to a potential economic downturn.As if to hammer home that point, in April while announcing its quarterly results the company withdrew a crucial guidance item. This made investors already skittish about the stock even more ne...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
India's Central Depository Services slips after Q4 profit drop
May 5 - **Central Depository Services (India) CENA.NS, which serves as a digital vault for market securities, down 2% to 1303 rupees** Co's consolidated Q4 net profit drops 22% y/y while revenue slips 4%, amid market volatility in past three months** With session's decline, CENA shares trim ...Reuters
Mon, May 5
Here's How Investing $50 Per Week Can Create $50,000 in Annual Dividends
Finding money to invest in the stock market can be challenging, especially amid inflation and tariffs. But if you can find $50 to put away into the stock market every week, you might be able to collect dividend income of $50,000 or more in the future. Continually investing in the market is a great s...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
Here Are All the Dividend Kings Beating the S&P 500 in 2025 -- and the 2 That Are the Best Stocks to Buy Now
The S&P 500 has bounced back somewhat after sinking nearly 19% below its previous high following President Trump's "Liberation Day" reciprocal tariffs announcement in April. However, the major index is still in negative territory for the year, along with many stocks.One group of stocks is easily out...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
The S&P 500 Just Did Something It Hasn't Done in Over 20 Years. Here's What History Says Could Be Next for Stocks.
Two main themes have dominated the stock market so far in 2025: uncertainty and volatility. The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) sank into correction territory a few weeks ago and came precariously close to entering a bear market.However, the narrative has changed somewhat in recent days. Perhaps surprisin...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
Here's How Many Shares of Chevron You Should Own to Receive $10,000 in Annual Dividends
Investors seeking passive income have plenty of alternatives. One of the best strategies is buying stocks that offer attractive dividends. Chevron (NYSE: CVX) stands out as a great example. If you invest in this oil and gas giant, you should be able to sit back and watch the dividend payments flow i...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
GLOBAL MARKETS-Oil tumbles, Taiwan's dollar surges at start of central bank-packed week
European shares open little changed, London closedU.S. stock futures dip, oil prices tumbleTaiwan dollar surgesBy Dhara Ranasinghe LONDON, May 5 (Reuters) - Oil prices tumbled over 2% on Monday after oil producing group OPEC+ agreed to accelerate oil production increases, while Taiwan's dolla...Reuters
Mon, May 5
Better Dividend Stock: Whirlpool vs. UPS
The 6.8% dividend yield of UPS (NYSE: UPS) stock and the 9.1% dividend yield of Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) stock are obviously attractive for passive income-seeking investors. However, there's no such thing as a free lunch, and their yields reflect some doubt in the marketplace around the sustainability ...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 5
REFILE-Berkshire Hathaway shares fall as Buffett to step down as CEO at year-end
May 5 (Reuters) - Berkshire Hathaway BRKb.N fell 2.8% in premarket trading on Monday after revered investor Warren Buffett said he would be stepping down as chief executive of the conglomerate after 60 years at the helm.Buffett will hand over the reins to Vice Chairman Greg Abel.Class B shares of th...Reuters
Mon, May 5
