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Prediction: Bitcoin Will Hit $150,000 in 2026
Key PointsWhile Bitcoin has dropped below the $100,000 price level, it could still hit $150,000 in 2026.If history is any guide, Bitcoin can rebound from a down year to post 75% gains the next year.A key catalyst for Bitcoin price appreciation in 2026 will be the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.10 stocks ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
3 Tax-Free Income Sources Every Retiree Should Know About
Key PointsRoth account withdrawals are yours to enjoy without the IRS getting in the way.HSA withdrawals are tax-free as long as the money is used for qualifying healthcare expenses.Municipal bond interest is always federally tax-exempt. and you can potentially avoid state and local taxes, too. The ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
CANADA STOCKS-TSX futures subdued as metals retreat in year's final week
Dec 29 (Reuters) - Futures linked to Canada's main stock index were subdued on Monday following a holiday break, starting the final week of the year cautiously, as metal prices retreated.The March futures on the S&P/TSX index SXFcv1 were down 0.09% as of 06:41 a.m. ET.Toronto's S&P/T...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
U.S. STOCKS ON THE MOVE-Gold & silver miners, DigitalBridge, Coupang
Eikon search string for individual stock moves: STXBZ The Day Ahead newsletter: https://refini.tv/3LI4BU7 The Morning News Call newsletter: https://refini.tv/3dKUyB8U.S. stock index futures slipped on Monday, kicking off the final holiday-shortened trading week of the year on a lower note, after the...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Carnival vs. Viking
Key PointsCarnival posted blowout results this week, and the shares are trading for just 12 times forward earnings.Viking is trading for almost 30 times forward earnings, but it's growing a lot faster. The cruise line industry is well positioned to beat the market in 2026, but only one stock can del...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks head for year-end record on Fed rate cut bets
Precious metals volatile on Ukraine peace deal uncertaintyFed minutes in focus this week as traders ponder US rates outlook Dollar stays under pressure on rate cut wagers By Naomi Rovnick and Ankur Banerjee LONDON/SINGAPORE, Dec 29 (Reuters) - Global stocks were on track on Monday to end 2025 at...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
Will AMD Be a Must-Own AI Stock in 2026?
Key PointsAMD is starting to make a comeback in the AI revolution.AMD's management believes it can deliver 60% data center growth through 2030. The stock has a premium price tag over its chief rival. 10 stocks we like better than Advanced Micro Devices › AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) has spent most of the artif...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
Cathie Wood Spent $13.4 Million on Robinhood Stock. Is its Falling Stock Price a Buying Opportunity?
Key PointsCathie Wood's firm recently increased its position in Robinhood in a big way.Robinhood pioneered commission-free trading but has since expanded into a range of other banking and financial tools.Robinhood's stock has had a phenomenal year, but it also now trades at a high valuation.10 stock...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
The Smartest Pipeline Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
Key PointsEnergy Transfer is a great combination of growth and yield.Western Midstream has one of the highest yields in the energy space, but comes with a strong balance sheet.Genesis Energy is a strong rebound candidate. 10 stocks we like better than Energy Transfer › Midstream master limited partn...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
3 Stocks That Could Create Lasting Generational Wealth
Key PointsSoFi Technology's appeal among younger customers could present an attractive long-term tailwind.Uber Technologies has yet to tap the full potential of its addressable market. Berkshire Hathaway should continue performing well long after Buffett retires. 10 stocks we like better than SoFi T...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
DiaSorin rises as FDA okays new molecular diagnostic platform
Shares in Italy's DiaSorin DIAS.MI rise more than 3% after the medical diagnostics group received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the first test of its new molecular diagnostic platformThe LIAISON NES platform allows the execution of molecular tests to detect sever...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
Can USA Rare Earth Stock Beat the Market?
Key PointsThe company faces execution risks around the construction of its magnet-producing facility and the development of a key mineral deposit. The possibility that the U.S. government will actively support the company is key to the investment thesis for the stock. 10 stocks we like better than U...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
US STOCKS-US stock futures inch lower after last week's rally in holiday-shortened week
Futures: Dow flat, S&P 500 down 0.22%, Nasdaq down 0.40% Dec 29 (Reuters) - U.S. stock index futures slipped on Monday, kicking off the final holiday-shortened trading week of the year on a lower note, after the S&P 500 and the Dow had closed at record highs last week. The record highs in...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
Lufax Announces Results of Extraordinary General Meeting
SHANGHAI, Dec. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lufax Holding Ltd (NYSE: LU and HKEX: 6623), a leading financial services enabler for small business owners in China, today announced the results of its extraordinary general meeting of shareholders held in Shanghai on Dec 29, 2025. At the meeting, the follow...PR Newswire
Mon, Dec 29
DIARY-Federal Reserve Events
Dec 29, 2025 - Denotes a new entry. -------------------------------------------------------- Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) MEETING DATES: 2026January 27-28 (second day: statement released 1400 EST/1900 GMT; news conference expected 1430 EST/1930 GMT)March 17-18 (second day: sta...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
2 IPO Stocks to Watch in 2026
Key PointsOne is the largest private space company the world has ever seen.The other is a cryptocurrency exchange operator with a significant competitive edge.These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires › One indication of a healthy environment for equities is the number of initial publ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
3 Growth Stocks to Buy in January That Could Issue Stock Splits in 2026
Key PointsASML's share price has crossed the $1,000 threshold as AI fuels demand for its EUV systems.AppLovin's rampant growth has positioned the stock for its first-ever split.Tesla has run to another high on optimism for humanoid robotics.10 stocks we like better than ASML › Investors tend to see ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Dec 29
FTSE 100 dips as defence shares slide on Ukraine peace hopes in holiday-thinned trade
FTSE 100 flat; FTSE 250 up 0.1%Defence shares slide on Ukraine peace hopesInternational Personal Finance surges on buyout news Dec 29 (Reuters) - London’s FTSE 100 edged lower on Monday, as prospects of a potential Russia-Ukraine ceasefire weighed on defence stocks in the final trading week of th...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
RPT-LIVE MARKETS-Ukraine peace hopes just a blip for defence stocks 2025 surge
STOXX 600 down 0.1%Ukraine developments eyedDefence stocks slideNasdaq futures easeWelcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at markets.research@thomsonreuters.com UKRAINE PEACE HOPES JUST A BLIP FOR DEFENCE STOC...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
Clear Street says 2026 will be breakthrough year for prediction markets
Wall Street brokerage Clear Street says 2026 will be a breakthrough year for prediction markets, driving revenue growth and competitionMajor crypto and sports betting players entering asset class to pave way for broader product launches; FIFA World Cup, Winter Olympics, America's 250th anniversa...Reuters
Mon, Dec 29
