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Is This Vanguard ETF a Millionaire Maker?
Everyone would love to make a million dollars through investing -- and there are various ways to set yourself off on the right path. One way is to invest in a broad range of quality stocks and hold on to them for the long term. Though this is something all of us can do, it requires some time and eff...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Why This Google Executive Thinks the Hype Around DeepSeek Is Overblown
Last month, a new artificial intelligence (AI) model emerged and made headlines in the markets for its effectiveness and low cost. Chinese company DeepSeek said its AI chatbot performed similarly to ChatGPT and that it cost less than $6 million to develop, causing many to wonder whether tech giants ...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
MORNING BID ASIA-Dollar, tech and tariff delays fuel rotation plays
By Jamie McGeever Feb 17 (Reuters) - A look at the day ahead in Asian markets. Asian markets go into the new week on the front foot, supported by the weaker dollar, an ongoing rebound in China, and a wider switch into global assets as investors rotate out of the 'U.S. exceptionalism' trad...Reuters
Sun, Feb 16
These 3 Social Security Claiming Ages Get More Popular Every Year
For as long as it's been an option, Social Security's earliest claiming age -- 62 -- has also been one of its most popular. In some years, more than half of those eligible to apply at 62 did so.But over the last 20 years, that number has been slowly falling. Now, only about a quarter of beneficiarie...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
The Path to Multibagger Stocks: Strategies for Financial Success
In this video, we delve into the world of multi-bagger stocks and how they can significantly enhance your investment portfolio. Discover key strategies and real-life examples that illustrate the potential for substantial returns, even amid some losses.*Stock prices used were the prices of Feb. 4, 20...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Prediction: 2 Stocks That Will Be Worth More Than SoundHound AI a Year From Now
SoundHound AI (NASDAQ: SOUN) has been one of the big winners in the AI boom so far.Shares of the voice-activated AI specialist jumped by more than 800% last year, though it has cooled off a bit since. Investors have bet on the fast-growing company, which got its start as a music identification app l...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
5 Social Security Changes That Happened in January 2025
The new year has already brought several significant financial changes, including changes to the Social Security benefits that millions of American seniors depend upon. Some of these are routine updates that we see in most years. But this year, we've also seen some unexpected changes.They may not al...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
2 Leading Tech Stocks to Buy in 2025
Tech stocks soared in 2024. The tech sector may have taken a pause in recent weeks, but the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) market index is still hovering just below the record highs it reached in December.But the soaring stock prices have not reached every corner of the tech market. A couple ...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
If You'd Invested $1,000 in Microsoft Stock 11 Years Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
Satya Nadella became CEO of Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) 11 years ago this month. At the time, he took over a software giant whose Windows operating system had been eclipsed by the rise of the smartphone.However, it was Nadella's reduced emphasis on the once-critical Windows operating system that revive...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Better Dividend Stock: Rexford Industrial vs. W.P. Carey
Rexford Industrial (NYSE: REXR) and W.P. Carey (NYSE: WPC) are slotted into different niches in the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector. Both have a focus on industrial assets, so investors looking at one might also want to consider the other. But when it comes to the way they run their respe...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Broadcom vs. Advanced Micro Devices: Wall Street Sees Much Faster Earnings Growth for One, But Thinks the Other Stock Will Outperform
Nvidia has been the undisputed winner of the artificial intelligence trade, as the leader in creating chips and network infrastructure that power AI solutions. However, there are plenty of competitors trying to get in on the action. After all, the potential market for AI is expected to be so big tha...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Is S&P Global Stock a Buy Now?
Shares of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) rallied sharply following the release of its fourth-quarter earnings report, which exceeded Wall Street estimates. For the period ended Dec. 31., the financial services intelligence giant posted a 14% year-over-year increase in quarterly revenue, while adjusted earn...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
This Stock Is Already Up by 55% in 2025: Is It Too Late to Buy?
It's only mid-February, but as of this writing biotech company Axsome Therapeutics (NASDAQ: AXSM) is up by 55% year to date. Substantial stock-market gains over short periods aren't that rare in the industry. For those who missed Axsome's rally this year, the question is whether the company can perf...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Worried About Tariffs and the Impact on Stocks? Why That Could Prove to Be a Costly Mistake.
The impact that tariffs and trade wars may have on the economy looks to be weighing on the markets of late. In the past three months, since the presidential election, there has been a lot of turbulence in the market with the S&P 500's gains over that stretch up around just 1%. President Trump has th...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Archer Aviation's Latest Capital Raise Shows the eVTOL Pioneer Is Ready for Takeoff
The race to develop electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft has undergone a dramatic consolidation since its emergence around 2010. What began as a crowded field with hundreds of competing aircraft designs has been winnowed down significantly as the technical and regulatory hurdles be...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
Spousal Social Security Benefits: 3 Things All Retired Couples Should Know
Close to 70 million Americans will receive a Social Security check in 2025, with benefits making up nearly one-third of older adults' retirement income, according to the Social Security Administration.Spousal benefits can boost your checks substantially, with the average payment landing at around $9...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
RPT-Wall St Week Ahead-Walmart to shed light on consumer health as inflation bites, tariffs swirl
Repeats column first published on FridayBy Lewis Krauskopf NEW YORK, Feb 14 (Reuters) - Walmart's quarterly report in the coming week will give investors fresh insight into the health of U.S. consumers, who are facing stronger inflation and uncertainty over whether President Donald Trump'...Reuters
Sun, Feb 16
2 No-Brainer Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy Right Now
Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A)(NYSE: BRK.B) has a stock portfolio worth about $300 billion, with many of its positions selected by legendary investor Warren Buffett himself. To be fair, there's a solid long-term investment case to be made for most, if not all, of them.Having said that, some look m...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
The Best Dividend ETF to Invest $500 In Right Now
Lke (or need) dividends? If so, you're not alone. There's much to be said for regular and reliable cash payments going into your account, if not right into your hand.As is the case with any company, however, there's avoidable risk in picking individual dividend stocks. You can lower this risk by own...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
This 6%-Yielding Dividend Stock Hits Its Target for the 19th Year in a Row
Enbridge (NYSE: ENB) operates a very predictable business. Its pipeline and utility assets generate very stable cash flow backed by long-term contracts and regulated cost-of-service frameworks. Its business is so stable that the Canadian energy infrastructure company has now achieved its annual fina...The Motley Fool
Sun, Feb 16
