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LIVE MARKETS-Gold could surge to over $4,000/oz in bull scenario - WisdomTree
STOXX 600 up 0.9%Easing U.S.-China trade tensions boost moodPositive earnings lift sharesU.S. futures edge higherWelcome 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.comGOLD COULD SURGE TO OV...Reuters
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1 Magnificent S&P 500 Stock Down 40% to Buy Today
The most important aspect of the S&P 500 index (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) that often gets overlooked is that the stocks are selected by a committee. The goal isn't to create an index that represents the stock market, it's to create an index that is representative of the broader U.S. economy.The index is fill...The Motley Fool
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Is Coca-Cola a Safe Dividend Stock to Buy Amid Macroeconomic Uncertainty?
Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) is exercising its pricing power to offset the rising costs of goods after the increase in tariffs.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
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2 Stocks Down 89% and 15% to Buy Right Now
A third of the year is now over, and the stock market has seen incredible levels of volatility across the stretch. The S&P 500 index is down roughly 9.5% from its high as of this writing, and the Nasdaq Composite index has fallen 13.5%. While more volatility may be in the cards, turbulence for the s...The Motley Fool
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Street View: India is Apple's "life raft supply chain" in trade war
** Apple AAPL.O sees about $900 mln in tariff-related costs this quarter amid the US-China trade war** CEO Tim Cook says most iPhones sold in US this quarter will be India-made, and most iPads, Macs, Apple Watches will be from Vietnam; vast majority of non-US sales will still be from China-made prod...Reuters
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Does This 1 Desperately Needed Catalyst For Ethereum Make It a Buy?
Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) is in a state of crisis. Amidst powerful competitors stealing its capital share, and with unprecedented poor sentiment among cryptocurrency investors, its price is down by 46% so far this year.Thankfully for holders, there is one significant catalyst that's now on the map. The...The Motley Fool
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PREVIEW: Chevron shares up ahead of earnings, production outlook eyed
** Energy giant Chevron Corp's CVX.N shares are up ~1% ahead of its quarterly earnings due before the open on Fri** Wall Street analysts expect CVX to report rev of $48 bln, down ~1% from a year ago, and ~25% drop in EPS to $2.18** CVX's rev has met expectations 6 times over the last 8 quart...Reuters
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Bond Investing and Due Diligence
When you buy a bond, you're loaning money to the bond's issuer -- which could be a corporation, a local municipality, a government agency or the federal government -- with the intention of receiving back your initial investment and, in most cases, interest. But not all bonds are created equal. Befor...The Motley Fool
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Where Will Constellation Brands Stock Be in 1 Year?
Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ) was once considered a reliable blue-chip stock. It owns more than 100 brands of beers, spirits, and wines, and it has raised its dividend annually for 10 consecutive years. But over the past 12 months, Constellation's stock price has dropped nearly 30%. Let's see why...The Motley Fool
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Members of Congress Are Buying These 4 Warren Buffett Stocks. Should You?
Bipartisan support for banning U.S. senators and representatives from buying and selling stocks while they're in office is picking up momentum. President Trump recently stated that he would "absolutely" sign legislation to that end if it comes to his desk. If you're hoping to get great investing ide...The Motley Fool
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Meet This Monster Dividend Stock That Continues to Crush the Market in 2025
The stock market has switched gears in 2025. Growth stocks that were crushing it in 2023 and 2024 have gone south, while steady value stocks with dividend payments have outperformed the broad market indices. British American Tobacco (NYSE: BTI) is up 17% year to date in U.S. dollar terms, which show...The Motley Fool
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The S&P 500 Just Did Something for Only the 4th Time in 75 Years. Here's What History Says Is Next for Stocks.
Can the past predict the future? Not necessarily. However, sometimes looking back can give insight into what might be on the way.I bring this up because of something that recently happened in the stock market. The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) just did something for only the fourth time in 75 years. Her...The Motley Fool
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2 Super Growth Stocks Down 34% and 61% to Buy on the Dip
While I don't typically wait for a stock to dip in price to buy it, it can be an excellent opportunity to add to a holding -- provided my original investment thesis remains intact.Following the market's recent sell-off, many of my favorite stocks have dropped significantly. However, I'd argue there'...The Motley Fool
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1 Bullish Trend That Could Get Bitcoin Back to All-Time Highs
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has been picking up steam in recent weeks. It's back up to where it was around a few months ago, and it may not be long before it hits the $100,000 mark again -- the last time it breached that was in early February. It only needs to rise another 15% to hit a new all-time high. ...The Motley Fool
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This Cybersecurity Stock Is Beating the Market in 2025. Should You Buy It Hand Over Fist?
Check Point Software Technologies (NASDAQ: CHKP) may not be as popular as some of its peers in the cybersecurity industry, but its stock has delivered a resilient performance so far this year.Check Point stock is up more than 17% in 2025 as of this writing. That's impressive considering that the S&P...The Motley Fool
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This Is the Quintessential Energy Stock to Buy for the Coming Power Surge
The U.S. will need to build a tremendous amount of new power-generating capacity by 2030. According to an estimate from leading utility NextEra Energy (NYSE: NEE), the U.S. will need to add more than 450 gigawatts (GW) of new power generation by the dawn of the next decade. That's massive, consideri...The Motley Fool
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Is the Stock Market at Risk of Another Lost Decade? Here's What History Shows.
Stocks may have bounced off their post "Liberation Day" lows, but an unusual level of uncertainty remains for many investors. There's little clarity as to what tariff rates will end up being under the Trump administration, and nearly every day, news reports hint at more changes. The current 145% tax...The Motley Fool
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EV, tech shares lift HK stocks to one-month high as trade concerns ease
HONG KONG, May 2 (Reuters) - Hong Kong stocks climbed to nearly a one-month high on Friday as signs of easing Sino-U.S. trade tensions comforted investors, while electronic vehicle (EV) makers rallied on strong sales.** Hong Kong's benchmark Hang Seng Index .HSI added 1.7% to end at 22,504.68, t...Reuters
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Is Brookfield Asset Management Stock a Buy Now?
Brookfield Asset Management (NYSE: BAM) has an $88 billion market cap, which isn't huge in the world of finance. But the asset manager has an over 100-year history of successfully investing on behalf of itself and its clients. That kinda success tends to attract investors who want to get in on what ...The Motley Fool
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Should You Forget Philip Morris International and Buy This Unstoppable Growth Stock Instead?
There are a lot of things to like about Philip Morris International (NYSE: PM). But some things aren't so attractive, which is why some investors might want to consider alternatives. One alternative has a higher yield, an incredible dividend history, and looks like it is on sale today. Here's why Ph...The Motley Fool
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EMERGING MARKETS-Taiwan shares jump, currency hits 15-month high on easing trade worries
Taiwan dollar set for strongest day everSoutheast Asian currencies set for weekly gainsMalaysia c.bank policy decision next weekBy Rishav Chatterjee May 2 (Reuters) - The Taiwan dollar and stocks in Taipei soared on Friday, leading a rally across Asian markets as signs of easing U.S.-China trade ...Reuters
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EMERGING MARKETS-Taiwan shares jump, currency hits 15-month high on easing trade worries
Taiwan dollar set for strongest day everSoutheast Asian currencies set for weekly gainsMalaysia c.bank policy decision next weekBy Rishav Chatterjee May 2 (Reuters) - The Taiwan dollar and stocks in Taipei soared on Friday, leading a rally across Asian markets as signs of easing U.S.-China trade ...Reuters
11 hours ago
Where Will Viking Therapeutics Be in 3 Years?
The pharmaceutical and biotechnology business tends to be about hitting home runs more than just getting on base. A highly successful drug, sometimes referred to as a blockbuster, can build up a small developer into a mainstream competitor. That's what investors are hoping for from Viking Therapeuti...The Motley Fool
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Not Happy With Your Social Security Checks? Here's Why You May Not Be Out of Luck.
Hopefully, you'll manage to save a decent chunk of money ahead of retirement so you're not forced to rely too much on Social Security. But even if you end up with a pretty nice nest egg, you may still become dependent on Social Security to cover your ongoing expenses, and that means you may want as ...The Motley Fool
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2 Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold for a Decade
Marketwide challenges, like those created by President Donald Trump's tariff policies, cause many investors to shift their focus to the short term -- leading to panic-selling and a spiraling stock market. While it's a perfectly human reaction to volatility, it's a tendency investors should avoid. Th...The Motley Fool
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