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6 Social Security Changes in 2026 Every Retiree Needs to Know Before Filing Taxes
Key PointsOne more state is now not taxing Social Security benefits.Benefits are increasing for 2026 -- but Medicare premiums are increasing more. The more you learn about it, the more you may get out of Social Security. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Retirees ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
GLOBAL MARKETS -Global shares slide, yields climb as Gulf war intensifies
Nikkei leads Asia markets slide, Wall St futures dipOil choppy as US and Iran trade threats, deadlinesYields climb as markets wager on global rate rises By Nell Mackenzie and Wayne Cole LONDON/SYDNEY, March 23 (Reuters) - Global shares slid on Monday while U.S. bond yields hit eight-month peaks a...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
Have $500? 2 Healthcare Stocks Long-Term Investors Should Buy Right Now
Key PointsThese companies have faced tough times, but better days lie ahead.They both have taken steps in recent quarters to reignite growth. These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires › It may not be tempting to buy stocks that have tumbled recently; it often feels safer and more rewa...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
LIVE MARKETS-European screens flash red, correction in sight
STOXX 600 down 1.6%U.S. futures point to lossesAerspace, mining baskets worst offGold, oil price in focusWelcome 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 EUROPEAN SCREENS FLASH RE...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
Warren Buffett's Successor, Greg Abel, Has $64 Billion of Berkshire Hathaway's Assets Invested in 3 Unstoppable AI Stocks
Key PointsWarren Buffett retired as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway on Dec. 31, handing over control of the company's $313 billion investment portfolio to Greg Abel.Though the Oracle of Omaha was never big on tech stocks, he left his successor with an investment portfolio that has significant ties to AI.I...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
SEC Clarifies Crypto Laws -- Here's What It Means for Investors
Key PointsRegulators just published a new classification scheme for how they will approach cryptocurrencies.Most of the leading coins will be classified as digital commodities.Under the new regulations, coins can transition from one class to another under certain conditions.10 stocks we like better ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
China, Hong Kong stocks tumble most in a year as Iran war rattles markets
SHANGHAI, March 23 (Reuters) - China and Hong Kong stocks plunged more than 3% on Monday, their biggest loss since U.S. President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" tariff shock last year, as the escalating Middle East war triggered a global selloff.Investors dumped stocks across the board ...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
DiaSorin slides on expectation of 'another year with no margin growth'
Shares in DiaSorin fall 17%, to a nine-year low, after the Italian medical diagnostics group issued 2026 guidance below expectationsDiaSorin eyes EBITDA margin guidance of 32%-33%, which is below Equita's estimate of 33.7%The broker cuts its rating to "hold" from "buy" and its PT...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
Could Investing $10,000 in Energy Transfer Make You a Millionaire?
Key PointsEnergy Transfer offers a juicy distribution that significantly boost total returns over the long term.The midstream energy leader's growth prospects also look good.Although Energy Transfer probably won't turn $10,000 into $1 million, it could still be a moneymaker for investors.These 10 st...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
The Best Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Right Now
Key PointsGoogle parent Alphabet is arguably the best all-around AI stock on the market.Chevron is an ideal stock with soaring oil prices but is also well-positioned for the long term.Eli Lilly has tremendous growth prospects in multiple therapeutic areas.10 stocks we like better than Chevron › High...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
US STOCKS-US stock futures fall as escalating Iran conflict dims rate-cut hopes
Futures down: Dow 0.50%, S&P 500 0.63%, Nasdaq 0.72% Mar 23 (Reuters) - U.S. stock index futures fell on Monday as the Middle East conflict intensified with energy infrastructure under threat, sending oil prices surging and pushing investors to reprice U.S. interest rate cut expectations. Ira...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
Jefferies downgrades PG&E, citing lack of wildfire liability reform
Shares of California-based utility firm PG&E PCG.N down about 1% to $17.17 in premarket tradingJefferies downgrades stock to 'hold' from 'buy' rating, cuts PT to $19 from $20Brokerage says "we do not see sufficient political appetite to enact a structural reform that meaningf...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
HEDGE FLOW -Hedge funds bet against U.S. stocks and turn to Europe, Goldman Sachs says
By Nell Mackenzie LONDON, March 23 (Reuters) - Hedge funds last week piled into bets against U.S. shares and emerging markets stocks in Asia, while wagering that European shares would rise, said a Goldman Sachs GS.N note to clients seen by Reuters on Monday. Global stocks selling reached new hig...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
Synopsys rises as source says Elliott builds multibillion-dollar stake
Electronic design automation firm Synopsys SNPS.O gains 1.9% to $428.31 pre-market Activist investor Elliott Investment Management has built a multibillion-dollar stake in SNPS, a person familiar with the matter told ReutersThe hedge fund told the Wall Street Journal, which first reported the invest...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
Should You Buy the Invesco QQQ ETF During the Stock Market Sell-Off? History Offers a Clear Answer.
Key PointsThe Nasdaq-100 hosts the 100 most valuable nonfinancial companies listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange, with around 60% of its portfolio parked in technology stocks.The index is down almost 7% from its record high amid rising economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. The Invesco QQQ E...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
2 Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Rule Changes Retirees Need to Know Before the 2026 Deadline
Key PointsRequired minimum distributions (RMDs) on tax-deferred retirement accounts begin at age 73 for those born between 1951 and 1959.RMDs must generally be completed by Dec. 31; the only exception is the first RMD, which may be delayed until April 1 of the following year.Failure to take an RMD o...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
Gold miners slide as bullion falls to 4-month low
U.S.-listed shares of gold miners fall premarket, as bullion drops over 5% to a four-month low GOL/Spot gold XAU= down 5.4% at $4,245.79 per ounce, as an escalating Middle East conflict stoked inflation concerns and raised expectations of higher global interest ratesTop miners Newmont NEM.N down 6.1...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
AI Doomsday: Why 1 Crashing Crypto Could Be a Once-in-a-Decade Buying Opportunity
Key PointsA research piece released last month suggested major economic headwinds if AI rapidly progresses.The government has a history of taking drastic measures to pump liquidity into the system, which provides a powerful tailwind for this scarce digital asset.Although it's probable that AI fears ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
Palantir's Stock Valuation Still Looks Absurd. Here's Why Investors Keep Buying It Anyway.
Key PointsPalantir's market value of $368 billion makes it one of the most valuable software companies in the world.Palantir's valuation ratios look overextended relative to other SaaS stocks.A thorough understanding of Palantir's value proposition could make the stock appear attractively priced. 10...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
United Airlines falls on plan to cut more flights, eyes oil above $100 through 2027
Shares of United Airlines UAL.O down 2.1% to $88.03 premarketCo to cut more unprofitable flights over the next two quarters as it prepares for a prolonged period of high jet fuel prices due to the Iran warChief Executive Scott Kirby said in a staff memo on Friday the airline is preparing for oil to ...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
