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Dollar Tree Is Selling Family Dollar. But What Does That Mean for Dollar General Investors?
Dollar Tree (NASDAQ: DLTR) bought competitor Family Dollar in 2015. Now, it's selling the chain to a pair of private equity firms at a steep loss. Weirdly, the sale could result in competitor Dollar General (NYSE: DG), still a standalone business, being the big winner from the transaction.Dollar Tre...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
3 Top Tech Stocks Down 27% to 57% to Buy in This Volatile Market
The stock market has become highly volatile following President Donald Trump's tariff announcements and heightened trade tensions with China. Stocks had some of their worst sessions since the COVID-19 pandemic five years ago. Yet, as the recent rally -- one of the market's best days ever -- showed, ...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
Worried About the Stock Market? History Says Investors Should Keep These 3 Things in Mind.
The stock market may be the best place to build long-term wealth, but there's no guarantee it will be a smooth ride as investors have likely noticed in the past week of steep price swings.The announcement of fresh tariff policies on April 2 sent the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) plunging. The downward t...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
Here's the Average Social Security Retired-Worker Benefit by Age (From 62 Through 99)
No social program is responsible for pulling more people out of poverty each year than Social Security. According to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, the program lifted 22 million people above the federal poverty line in 2023, including 16.3 million adults aged 65 and over.It's also a pro...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
Stock Market Sell-Off: The Best Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy Now
Warren Buffett has built a fortune in the stock market by playing the long game. Over the last 59 years, his investing skills guided Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) to an incredible return of more than 5,000,000%.When the stock market falls, Buffett's top holdings are a great place to...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
The Best Trillion-Dollar Stock to Buy Now, According to Wall Street
Only a handful of U.S. companies currently have a market value exceeding $1 trillion. They are listed below in descending order based on the upside (or downside) implied by the median 12-month target price set by Wall Street analysts.Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) is currently worth $2.7 trillion. The median...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
Amazon Could Beat Tesla to This Massive Market. Are Investors Missing Something?
There's been no shortage of woes for Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) this year.The company just reported a 13% decline in first-quarter deliveries. The brand is in the midst of an unprecedented crisis due to CEO Elon Musk's political turn, helming the operation known as the Department of Government Efficiency ...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
Concerned About a Recession? These Dividend Stocks Deliver Durable Growth During Downturns.
Recessions can be really challenging periods. A contracting economy causes companies and consumers to pull back on spending. One of the first cuts many economically cyclical companies make is to their dividends. However, other companies are more recession-resistant. One sector known for its recessio...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
Is the Stock Market Still the Best Place for Your Retirement Savings?
The past few weeks have been a rollercoaster ride for investors. Stock values have plunged, causing many people to panic. And with a lot of economic uncertainty ahead, there's no telling how long it will take the market to recover from its recent fall.You may be worried about the impact of recent st...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
Should You Really Buy Stocks With President Trump's Tariffs Paused for 90 Days? Wall Street Has a Clear Answer for Investors.
The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) peaked in February 2025, then reversed course when the Trump administration began imposing tariffs on foreign goods. Particularly shocking were the reciprocal tariffs President Donald Trump announced on April 2, which would collectively raise the average tax on U.S. imp...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
5 of the Safest Stocks Billionaire Money Managers Bought Ahead of Wall Street's Historic Volatility
For more than a century, the stock market has been the premier wealth creator for investors. But this doesn't mean stocks move higher in a straight line.Over the last seven trading sessions, investors have witnessed historic levels of volatility in the iconic Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES:...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy in April
When the market starts to tumble, more aggressive investors often start looking for bargains in the list of previous top performers. For example, American Express has fallen nearly 30% from its early-year highs. But its yield is only around 1.4% even after that stiff drop. At the other extreme, inve...The Motley Fool
Sun, Apr 13
Iran, US hold 'positive' talks in Oman, agree to resume next week
Indirect talks mediated by Oman aim to address Tehran's escalating nuclear programmeTalks took place in a 'productive, calm and positive atmosphere', Iranian foreign minister saysHe says both sides seek deal in short term: 'We do not want talks for (the sake of) talks'White House...Reuters
Sun, Apr 13
Should You Buy Tractor Supply Stock Right Now?
With rising geopolitical tensions, investors are looking to defensive investments.Start Your Mornings Smarter! Wake up with Breakfast news in your inbox every market day. Sign Up For Free »*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of April 10, 2025. The video was published on April 12, 2025.Shoul...The Motley Fool
Sat, Apr 12
Where Will Palantir Technologies Stock Be in 10 Years?
Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) went public in September 2020, and shares of the software platforms and data analytics provider have jumped an impressive 714% since then as of this writing, though it is worth noting that almost all of the stock's gains have arrived in the past couple of years f...The Motley Fool
Sat, Apr 12
Is Nvidia a Buy?
Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), an icon in the world of artificial intelligence (AI), has generated huge wealth for its long-term shareholders. In just the last five years, its shares have surged 1,610% (as of April 9), driven by ridiculous demand for its graphics processing units (GPUs). This trend shows no...The Motley Fool
Sat, Apr 12
Here's How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Is Driving Profit Growth for These 2 Tech Stocks
Everyone has been talking about artificial intelligence (AI) over the past couple of years -- and it's easy to understand why. AI has the potential to revolutionize everything from the way you plan your day, thanks to AI assistants, to the way companies run factories and develop products thanks to a...The Motley Fool
Sat, Apr 12
This Recession-Resistant Stock Is Up 16% This Year. Here's Why It Can Beat Trump's Tariffs.
Spring is only just starting to bloom, but 2025 is already starting to look like a lost year for investors. As of April 8, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) is down 18%, the Nasdaq Composite is in a bear market, and investors are reeling over President Donald Trump's plan to impose the highest tariff ra...The Motley Fool
Sat, Apr 12
Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Walmart vs. Target
The stock market's sharp sell-off is testing investors' patience. The recent tariff implementations and pauses have created a lot of near-term uncertainty.That's particularly true for global retailers like Walmart (NYSE: WMT) and Target (NYSE: TGT) that sell goods and source materials in different c...The Motley Fool
Sat, Apr 12
Cathie Wood Goes Bargain Hunting: 1 "Magnificent Seven" Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock She Just Couldn't Pass Up During the Nasdaq Sell-Off
Cathie Wood is the CEO and Chief Investment Officer of Ark Invest, which offers a small catalog of innovation-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Those funds' portfolios tend to be dominated by smaller, speculative companies in emerging industries.While these investment preferences may suggest tha...The Motley Fool
Sat, Apr 12
