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SmartStop Self-Storage REIT set for long-sought NYSE listing after $810 million IPO
** SmartStop Self-Storage REIT SMA.N is set to begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange under symbol “SMA” on Wednesday** Ladera Ranch, California-based SMA late Tuesday sold 27 million shares at $30 apiece to raise $810 million ** IPO priced in the lower half of the marketed range of $28 to $3...Reuters
Wed, Apr 2
India's L&T Technology gains as JP Morgan sees order wins aiding FY26 revenue growth
** Shares of L&T Technology Services LTEH.NS rise 2.1% to 4,659.50 rupees** Rise after J.P.Morgan retains "overweight" on IT co, citing sustained momentum in revenue growth for fiscal year 2026 ** J.P.Morgan says LTEH's $55 million new deal from an EU auto maker shows continuing deal...Reuters
Wed, Apr 2
Is Rocket Lab Stock a Buy Now?
The space economy is a fascinating investment opportunity, but there are limited pure-play space stocks to choose from. Elon Musk's SpaceX is the industry leader by a wide margin, but it's not publicly traded. Rocket Lab USA (NASDAQ: RKLB) has emerged as a hot alternative. The stock has rocketed hig...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
Altria vs. Eli Lilly: What's the Better Stock for Dividend Investors?
Tobacco giant Altria (NYSE: MO) provides a tremendously high dividend yield of 7%, which is well above the S&P 500 index average of 1.3%. But it comes with risks, as its business has been struggling to grow in recent years, and its rate of dividend increases has been modest.Meanwhile, pharma company...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
Tesla Stock Is Down Big in 2025. Buy, Sell, or Hold?
It's been a rough year for Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) shareholders, marked by a huge decline in the stock price as investors try their best to wait around for a reacceleration in the electric-car maker's growth. Tesla's management team is signaling to investors that the first half of 2025 will be a transi...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
Better Buy in 2025: XRP (Ripple) or Dogecoin?
During the past year, cryptocurrency investors have taken a particular liking to opportunities beyond mainstream choices like Bitcoin and Ethereum.Two cryptocurrencies that stand out to me are XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) and Dogecoin. Below, I'll assess what's been driving each of these cryptocurrencies and e...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
Be Alert to Investor Risks from SMS Phishing Scams
Digital integration is a key component of modern society, with investors increasingly using mobile devices to access financial accounts and online applications allowing for investments to be made quickly from anywhere with phone service or Wi-Fi. However, with this convenience comes risk -- scammers...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
4 Top Stocks to Buy in April
In this video, I will talk about four interesting companies worth your attention, especially during these uncertain times. I chose a mix of companies in different industries that could provide significant upside for long-term investors. Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and ...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
Better Buy in 2025: Shiba Inu or Dogecoin? The Answer Might Surprise You
Cryptocurrencies are coming off a strong year in 2024, the total value of all coins and tokens in circulation having soared to a new record high of $3.9 trillion shortly after the U.S. presidential election in November. President Trump campaigned on a series of pro-crypto policies that could pave th...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
SoFi Technologies: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) remains an up-and-coming star in the financial sector. Users are flocking to the digital bank's do-it-all super app, and cross-selling opportunities are driving substantial growth that could have legacy brick-and-mortar banks looking over their shoulders.Owning the s...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks wince, gold firm ahead of Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs
Gold hangs near record high on safe-haven flowsCurrency market muted ahead of reciprocal tariffsInvestors brace for Trump's levies due at 2000 GMTBy Ankur Banerjee and Amanda Cooper SINGAPORE/LONDON, April 2 (Reuters) - Stocks retreated on Wednesday, while safe-haven gold held near record hig...Reuters
Wed, Apr 2
2 Unstoppable Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy in April and 1 to Avoid
Dating back more than three decades, Wall Street seemingly always has a next-big-thing trend or innovation to captivate the attention of investors. For the last two-plus years, nothing has been bigger than the evolution of artificial intelligence (AI).With AI, software and systems are given the abil...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
This Emerging Global Trend Is 1 New Reason to Buy Bitcoin
As if there weren't enough reasons to buy Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) already, a rapidly growing body of evidence suggests there's one huge new trend emerging.The best news for holders here is that the trend is just getting started, so it could create a lot of demand for quite some time.Where to invest $1...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
Warren Buffett Just Spent $2.6 Billion Buying 6 Stocks for Berkshire Hathaway's Portfolio. Here's Why You Should Sell 2 Right Now.
Warren Buffett is widely considered one of the most successful investors in history. And when he buys stocks for his Berkshire Hathway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) portfolio, it can be profitable to pay attention. That said, everyone makes mistakes. And investors shouldn't blindly follow the legend's...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
Where Will SoundHound AI Be in 3 Years?
SoundHound AI (NASDAQ: SOUN) has taken its investors on a wild ride over the past three years. The specialist in audio and speech recognition software went public by merging with a special purpose acquisition company on April 28, 2022. The shares opened at $8.72 and skyrocketed to an all-time high o...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
Viking Therapeutics, Down 40%, Just Reached a New Milestone. Is the Stock a Buy Now?
Viking Therapeutics (NASDAQ: VKTX) is operating in one of the highest-growth pharma areas around. I'm talking about the weight loss drug market -- one that Morgan Stanley analysts say may multiply by 15 to surpass $100 billion later this decade.Viking doesn't sell weight loss drugs yet, but it could...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
CORRECTED-Japan's Nikkei ekes out gain in countdown to Trump tariffs
By Kevin Buckland TOKYO, April 2 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average ended Wednesday with a small rise after swinging between gains and losses, as traders positioned for U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.The Nikkei .N225 finished up 0.28% at 35,725.87. Earlier, it had slipped 0.5...Reuters
Wed, Apr 2
CORRECTED-Japan's Nikkei wobbles in countdown to fresh Trump tariffs
By Kevin Buckland TOKYO, April 2 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average oscillated between gains and losses on Wednesday as traders nervously awaited U.S. President Donald Trump's latest round of tariffs.The Nikkei .N225 at one point slipped 0.56% to 35,426.33, its lowest since Septembe...Reuters
Wed, Apr 2
1 Growth Stock Down 78% to Buy Right Now
Restaurant stocks have struggled in recent years, perhaps none more so than Portillo's (NASDAQ: PTLO). The Chicago street food king has seen its stock fall 78% from all-time highs around its initial public offering (IPO) in late 2021, making it one of the worst-performing stocks of the last few year...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
Want to Keep Your Social Security Disability Payments Coming? Take These 5 Critical Steps Today
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides health coverage and monthly payments to people who can't work due to a disabling medical condition or impairment. If you currently receive SSDI, you know how lengthy and complex the application process is. Worse yet, the Social Security Administra...The Motley Fool
Wed, Apr 2
