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Want $1 Million in Retirement? 9 Simple Index Funds to Buy and Hold for Decades.
Who doesn't want $1 million by retirement? Well, maybe those who are shooting for $2 million -- because $1 million is not likely to be enough for many people, especially those who will be retiring a decade or three from now. (Inflation can wreck havoc with your retirement plans, so be sure to factor...The Motley Fool
Fri, Feb 14
Retirees in These 9 States Could See Their Social Security Checks Taxed
Social Security is an essential piece to most American's retirement plans. Without their monthly benefits, some 16.3 million seniors U.S, would be living below the poverty line, according to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. And even for those above the poverty line, every single penny cou...The Motley Fool
Fri, Feb 14
3 Reasons to Seriously Consider Using a Living Trust to Pass an Inheritance to Your Family
This article is intended for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. For guidance on your personal situation, please contact a lawyer.Estate planning is one of the hardest things you might ever have to do. For one thing, it can be complex. And if you're not super familiar with the legalit...The Motley Fool
Fri, Feb 14
BUZZ-Airbnb rises after upbeat quarterly results
** Airbnb ABNB.O shares rise 13.2% to $159.74 premarket ** Co reports Q4 revenue of $2.48 billion, above estimates of $2.42 billion - LSEG** Co posts higher revenue as international travel demand remains strong** Reports quarterly earnings of 73 cents per share, above estimates of 58 cents ** Howev...Reuters
Fri, Feb 14
These 2 AI Stocks Are Vying to Be the Next Palantir. Are Either of Them Buys?
Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) is one of the greatest success stories on the stock market in recent years. Shares of the secretive data analytics company are up nearly 1,700% since the start of 2023, an incredible feat for a company that had been largely forgotten following a crash after its 2...The Motley Fool
Fri, Feb 14
BUZZ-Gold miners gain as bullion prices edge up on trade war fears
** U.S.-listed shares of gold miners up premarket, tracking a rise in prices of the bullion GOL/** Spot gold XAU= up 0.3% at $2,937.13/ounce. Bullion hit a record peak of $2,942.70/ounce on Tuesday** Gold prices rose as worries over a potential global trade war intensified after U.S. President Donal...Reuters
Fri, Feb 14
BUZZ-GameStop jumps on report co considering investing in bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies
** Shares of video game retailer GameStop GME.N rise ~8% to $28.41 premarket ** CNBC after market on Thursday reported GME is considering investing in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, citing people familiar with the matter** Companies considering adding bitcoin to their balance sheets would follo...Reuters
Fri, Feb 14
Prediction: 2 Stocks That'll Be Worth More Than Bank of America 10-15 Years From Now
Bank of America is one of the largest banks in the United States and has a market capitalization of about $350 billion, as of early 2025. There are few other financial stocks that have achieved this level of valuation. In fact, JPMorgan Chase is the only bank with a higher valuation, and if I expand...The Motley Fool
Fri, Feb 14
MORNING BID AMERICAS-Unloved dollar hit by tariff delays, yield recoil
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike DolanAs world stocks got a fresh lift, the U.S. dollar has retreated to its lowest of the year so far on a mix of reversing U.S. Treasury yields and another delay in tariff implementation.Multiple cross-currents have hit macro markets this...Reuters
Fri, Feb 14
Edesa Biotech Inc expected to post a loss of 31 cents a share - Earnings Preview
Edesa Biotech Inc EDSA.OQ EDSA.O is expected to show no change in quarterly revenue when it reports results on February 17 (estimated) for the period ending December 31 2024LSEG's mean analyst estimate for Edesa Biotech Inc is for a loss of 31 cents per share. The one available analyst rating ...Reuters
Fri, Feb 14
Should You Buy Nvidia Stock Before Feb. 26?
Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) is scheduled to report an update that could have enormous implications for stock market investors.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...The Motley Fool
Fri, Feb 14
Here's How Many Shares of Enterprise Products Partners You Should Own to Get $5,000 in Yearly Dividends
Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE: EPD) stock is on a tear. Shares of the midstream oil and gas giant are up almost 26% in one year, as of this writing. Enterprise Products stock still yields a hefty 6.5%, thanks to steady dividend growth backed by rising cash flow.To put some numbers to that, Ente...The Motley Fool
Fri, Feb 14
Stock-Split Watch: Is Meta Platforms Next?
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) isn't a cheap stock anymore, at least on a dollars-per-share basis. Its stock price has reached over $700 per share, a range that many investors begin wondering if a stock split is imminent. Meta has never split its stock before, so this is a bit of uncharted territory ...The Motley Fool
Fri, Feb 14
Wall St Week Ahead-Walmart to shed light on consumer health as inflation bites, tariffs swirl
By 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's tariffs will push up prices.The benchm...Reuters
Fri, Feb 14
DIARY-Federal Reserve Events
***Denotes a new entry. -------------------------------------------------------- Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) MEETING DATES: 2025March 18-19 (second day: statement released 1400 EDT/1800 GMT; news conference expected 1430 EDT/1830 GMT)May 6-7 (second day: statement released 1400 EDT/1800...Reuters
Fri, Feb 14
DIARY-Europe's STOXX 600 corporate earnings week ahead
Feb 14 (Reuters) - Diary of Europe's STOXX 600 (.STOXX) corporate earnings for the week ahead EUROPE'S STOXX 600 EARNINGS Start DateStart Time(GMT)RICCompany NameEvent Name17-Feb-2025BMOGALP.LSGalp Energia SGPS SAQ4 2024 Galp Energia SGPS SA Earnings Release17-Feb-2025NTSBAKKA.OLP/F B...Reuters
Fri, Feb 14
COLUMN-Fed may only nuance much-maligned 'averaging' strategy: Mike Dolan
Repeats earlier column with no changes to textBy Mike Dolan LONDON, Feb 14 (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve's widely panned and soon-to-be-revised "average inflation targeting" strategy may survive mostly intact after this year's review - with a super wide lens showing some success...Reuters
Fri, Feb 14
BUZZ-Roku soars after streaming platform forecasts full-year revenue above estimates
** Shares of streaming platform Roku ROKU.O rise 13% to $98.12 in premarket trading** The company on Thursday forecast full-year 2025 net revenue of $4.61 billion vs analysts' estimate of $4.59 billion according to data compiled by LSEG** ROKU is cashing on changing consumption habits, signaling...Reuters
Fri, Feb 14
The Ultimate Healthcare Stock to Buy With $500 Right Now
Healthcare isn't the hottest sector these days. While the S&P 500 has soared nearly 21% over the last 12 months, healthcare stocks as a group are barely in positive territory. However, I remain convinced that investors can find great stocks to buy in the healthcare sector. One in particular stands o...The Motley Fool
Fri, Feb 14
BREAKINGVIEWS-Aircraft maintenance boom has further to fly
The author is a Reuters Breakingviews columnist. The opinions expressed are his own.By Oliver Taslic LONDON, Feb 14 (Reuters Breakingviews) - The aerospace sector is slowly righting itself. Following hits to deliveries of new planes in 2024, $140 billion Boeing BA.N and Europe’s Airbus AIR.PA sh...Reuters
Fri, Feb 14
