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Berkshire: Cash Soars, Operations Down
Here's our initial take on Berkshire Hathaway's (NYSE: BRK.B) (NYSE: BRK.A) fiscal 2025 first-quarter financial report.Key MetricsMetricQ1 2024Q1 2025Changevs. ExpectationsRevenue$89.9 billion$89.7 billion-0.2%MissedEarnings per share (Class B)$5.88$2.13-64%MissedOperating earnings$11.2 billion$9.6 ...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Warren Buffett Talks Tariffs, Market Volatility, and Stepping Down as CEO at Berkshire Hathaway's Annual Meeting
Folks from around the world flocked to Omaha to attend Berkshire Hathaway's (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) annual meeting, snack on See's Candies, and sip on ice-cold Coca-Cola. But there's a lot more to the annual tradition than sweets and soda.From 1965 to 2024, Berkshire averaged a compound annual g...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Think Nvidia Is Expensive? These 3 Charts Might Change Your Mind.
Over the past five years, Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) stock has risen in value by nearly 1,500%, making it one of the most valuable companies in the world. Think it's too late to benefit as an investor? Think again. According to the charts below, shares remain very attractive for long-term investors.Nvidi...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Here's How to Boost the Average Social Security Check by Up to $160 in 1 Year
You probably can't imagine life without Social Security, and yet, even with its regular monthly checks, it's not always easy to make ends meet. The average monthly benefit as of March 2025 was just $1,997 for retired workers.Cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) will give you a little more cash over ti...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
ExxonMobil Continues to Prove It's the Best-Run Company in the Oil Patch
ExxonMobil (NYSE: XOM) is the 800-pound gorilla in the oil sector. It's not only the industry's biggest company by market capitalization (over $450 billion), but also the leader across several crucial categories. The oil company showcased its prowess in the first quarter when it delivered industry-l...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Here Are My Top 4 Stocks to Buy in May
May is here, and the notion of "sell in May and go away" seems wrong this year. The market is full of fantastic values, and depending on how tariffs shake out over the next few months, there could be a stock market resurgence, depending on what deals are announced.There are four stocks that top my b...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Here's How Much You'd Need to Put in Your 401(k) to Save $1 Million in 30 Years
What's your ultimate investing goal? For many people, a million-dollar retirement nest egg is still a symbol of financial freedom.And such a figure isn't out of reach for those earning average incomes. The key isn't a few brilliant trades or pouring all of your discretionary income into your retirem...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Buffett says Greg Abel should become Berkshire's CEO at year-end
NEW YORK, May 3 (Reuters) - Warren Buffet said on Saturday that Vice Chairman Greg Abel should become Berkshire Hathaway's chief executive officer at the end of this year. Buffett's announcement was made during Berkshire's annual meeting in Omaha.Reuters
Sat, May 3
Should You Buy Enterprise Products Partners While It's Below $35?
Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE: EPD) units have recovered from their post-COVID-19 pandemic lows. But they still haven't regained the highs achieved before the 2016 energy downturn. While the midstream industry is different today than it was before 2016, Enterprise is proving it knows how to han...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
This Investing Strategy Is One of the Smartest Moves You Can Make If a Stock Market Crash or Recession Is Coming
The stock market has been on a nauseating roller-coaster ride of ups and downs over the last few weeks, and many investors are nervous about what the future may hold.Only 22% of investors feel optimistic about where the market might be in the next six months, according to an April 2025 survey from t...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 72
How much Social Security is being collected by retirees these days? The program's administrators say this year's average monthly payment for retired workers stands at $1,976.Over a full year, that average adds up to $23,712. While substantial, it's far from being enough for most retirees to live on ...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Where Will ASML Be in 5 Years?
ASML's (NASDAQ: ASML) stock has swung wildly and is now down about 40% from its 52-week peak, as fresh export-control rules cloud the outlook for the Dutch lithography titan. I break down ASML's record Q1 2025 haul of €7.7 billion in sales and a 54 % gross margin. Can ASML stay indispensable as AI-h...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Think SoundHound AI Is Expensive? These 3 Charts Might Change Your Mind.
Expectations for growth this year are soaring for SoundHound AI (NASDAQ: SOUN). Last year, analysts were anticipating just 30% revenue growth. This year, analysts believe sales could nearly double. Some investors think shares are overly expensive at 36 times sales. But the charts below paint a diffe...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Will Berkshire Beat The Market After Buffett Isn't CEO?
In this video, Motley Fool contributor Jason Hall explains why, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A)(NYSE: BRK.B) may not beat the market once Warren Buffett's time as CEO is over.*Stock prices used were from the afternoon of May 1, 2025. The video was published on May 2, 2025.Where to invest $1,000 rig...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Should Investors Buy Nio Stock After Considering the Risks?
Nio (NYSE: NIO) stock investors are excited about the company's prospects.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 April 30, 2025. The video was published on...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Investors Are Piling Into This Hot New SPAC Stock Taking on MicroStrategy. Should You Follow Their Lead?
Strategy (NASDAQ: MSTR), formerly known as MicroStrategy, has transformed itself from an enterprise software provider to a Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) treasury over the last few years. The company's software business has taken a back seat to CEO Michael Saylor's efforts to accumulate more and more Bitcoin...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Nvidia and AMD Just Got Amazing News From Meta Platforms and Microsoft
In today's video, I discuss Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), and Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD). To learn more, check out the short video, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.*Stock prices used were the after-market prices...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
4 Vanguard ETFs to Buy With $1,000 and Hold Forever
It's a chaotic time in the market, that's for sure. The roller-coaster ride of 2025 has left many investors feeling confused and not a little bit fearful. Now is exactly the right time to remember that successful investing doesn't have to be complicated. In fact, sticking to the basics and keeping t...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Is Taking Your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) in May a Good Idea?
Using retirement accounts is one of the best ways to save for your retirement. Not only are you proactively saving for retirement, but you're also getting a tax break for doing it.Accounts like 401(k)s and traditional IRAs have upfront tax breaks by allowing you to lower your taxable income the year...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
Better Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock: Nvidia vs. Super Micro Computer Inc.
Investors are flocking to the artificial intelligence (AI) space to find stocks capable of producing huge gains for their portfolio. Already, many companies have seen their valuations soar. But the biggest days of growth are still ahead. In 2023, the AI market was valued at just $189 billion. By 203...The Motley Fool
Sat, May 3
