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Thinking About Delaying Social Security? Here's What the Math Looks Like in 2026.
Key PointsThe longer you delay claiming Social Security, the higher your benefit will eventually be -- up to a point.This doesn't mean you should automatically assume that the best decision is to delay benefits.It's important for retirees to thoroughly examine all their options.The $23,760 Social Se...The Motley Fool
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Barclays upgrades Rocket, First American to 'overweight' following pullback
Barclays upgrades mortgage company Rocket Companies RKT.N and title insurer First American Financial FAF.N to "overweight" from "equal weight" following recent valuation resetRKT climbs 3.7% premarket, while FAF is up 1.2%Brokerage says RKT has a more balanced business mix following ...Reuters
11 minutes ago
Here's Exactly What I Plan to Do if the Market Crashes as I'm About to Retire
Key PointsStock market declines can be particularly detrimental in early retirement.It's important to have a backup plan for that situation.Part of mine include stockpiling some cash.The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › As someone who writes about investing and perso...The Motley Fool
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3 Unstoppable Stocks I Bought Last Month
Key PointsNvidia is the fastest grower among the Mag 7, but also the one with the lowest 2027 earnings multiple.Reddit revenue is accelerating even as its stock has been cut in half over the past seven months.Zillow is posting double-digit revenue growth with the real estate market up on blocks. Thi...The Motley Fool
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Walmart Stock is Sounding a Warning Bell for Investors, and It's Ringing Out at Its Loudest Since the 2008 Financial Crisis. History Paints a Clear Picture of What Happens Next.
Key PointsLongtime strategist Jim Paulsen says a look at Walmart stock relative to a particular index can offer valuable insights.The stock market has been in rocky territory in recent weeks.10 stocks we like better than S&P 500 Index › The S&P 500 has stumbled in recent weeks and even delivered a n...The Motley Fool
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Why Circle Internet Stock Surged 14.3% Higher Last Month But Is Falling in April
Key PointsCircle's strong Q4 report in February helped power more big gains in March. Pricing resilience for Bitcoin amid the Iran war also boosted Circle's share price. 10 stocks we like better than Circle Internet Group › Circle Internet (NYSE: CRCL) stock posted strong gains in March's trading. T...The Motley Fool
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Kratos gains after Jefferies lifts to 'buy' on growth potential
Shares of defense firm Kratos Defense & Security Solutions' KTOS.O rise nearly 5% to about $71 premarketJefferies upgrades rating to "buy" from "hold", maintains PT at $85Brokerage says co has upside to its revenue outlook, led by faster hypersonics growth, expanding missile ...Reuters
35 minutes ago
Hovde initiates coverage on West Bancorporation with 'market perform'
Hovde Group starts coverage of community lender West Bancorporation WTBA.O with "market perform" ratingSets PT of $25.50 PT, implying a 6% upside to stock's last closeSays WTBA is a historically strong community bank franchise rebuilding its profitability after rate shocks crimped return...Reuters
37 minutes ago
Why Newsmax Stock Sank 12.3% Last Month But Is Soaring in April
Key PointsNewsmax stock fell after the company announced a new appointment for its board of directors and board audit committee. The stock also moved lower following the company's Q4 release even though the report contained good news. 10 stocks we like better than Newsmax › Newsmax (NYSE: NMAX) sto...The Motley Fool
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Why Evolv Technologies Stock Jumped 14.2% Last Month and Has Kept Surging in April
Key PointsEvolv posted a wider-than-expected adjusted loss in Q4, but sales beat expectations. The company issued strong guidance for 2026, and it also announced new contract extensions with major pro-sports teams. 10 stocks we like better than Evolv Technologies › Despite bearish momentum shaping t...The Motley Fool
48 minutes ago
IDEAYA Biosciences rises as early-stage cancer trial starts
Shares of biotech firm IDEAYA Biosciences IDYA.O rise 1.3% to $33.12 premarketCo says it enrolled the first patient in an early-stage trial of IDE574, an experimental pill for solid tumors, or cancers that form lumps in organs such as the breast, lung, prostate and colonDrug blocks two proteins, KAT...Reuters
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INDIA STOCKS-Indian shares rise on Mideast peace hopes; banks lead gains
By Vivek Kumar M April 6 (Reuters) - Indian shares erased early losses to end higher on Monday on hopes of easing Middle East tensions, with bank stocks leading gains after several lenders reported strong March-quarter loan growth. The Nifty 50 .NSEI rose 1.12% to 22,968.25 and the Sense...Reuters
56 minutes ago
CANADA STOCKS-TSX futures edge up as investors weigh US-Iran peace proposal
April 6 (Reuters) - Futures tracking Canada's main stock index inched up on Monday in thin trading as investors returned from Easter weekend to reports of a peace proposal received by the U.S. and Iran, raising hopes for an end to the Middle East conflict.June futures on the S&P/TSX Composit...Reuters
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US energy stocks slip as oil prices fall on US-Iran peace proposal
Shares of U.S. energy companies fall premarket, tracking a decline in crude prices O/RBrent crude futures LCOc1 down 1.4% at $107.61/barrel; U.S. West Texas Intermediate CLc1 falls 1.1% to $110.33/barrelCrude prices fall as investors await clarity on the status of talks between the U.S. and Iran, an...Reuters
an hour ago
DIARY-Federal Reserve Events
Denotes a new entry. -------------------------------------------------------- Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) MEETING DATES: 2026April 28-29 (second day: statement released 1400 EDT/1800 GMT; news conference expected 1430 EDT/1830 GMT)June 16-17 (second day: statement released 1400 ED...Reuters
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US stocks weekly: Bounce-back
S&P 500 .SPX snaps 5-week losing streak, rallies 3.4% in rocky trading as investors assess Iran war timeline .NDow .DJI lifts 3%, Nasdaq Composite .IXIC ascends 4.4%Dow had fallen into correction territory, but Fibonacci support sparks a reversal And a Nasdaq breadth measure posts a rare up day ...Reuters
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Is Wheaton Precious Metals a Good Inflation Hedge?
Key PointsInflation could reaccelerate due to the recent surge in oil prices. Wheaton Precious Metals' business model insulates it from inflationary cost pressures. The company has historically outperformed silver and gold. 10 stocks we like better than Wheaton Precious Metals › The inflation rate h...The Motley Fool
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Brace for Impact: Why Oil Prices Could Be Extremely Volatile This Week.
Key PointsPresident Trump's deadline for a deal with Iran is Monday.A ceasefire deal would likely cause crude prices to decline, while an escalation in the conflict would drive them higher. Large oil companies like Chevron and Exxon built their businesses to thrive at much lower oil prices. 10 stock...The Motley Fool
2 hours ago
Soleno jumps on report of potential $2.5 billion Nuerocrine deal
Shares of Soleno therapeutics SLNO.O rise 28.8% to $50.8 premarketNeurocrine Biosciences NBIX.O is nearing a more than $2.5 bln deal to acquire SLNO, the Financial Times reported on SundaySoleno went public in April 2024; its shares have fallen roughly 5% since the IPOSoleno's Vykat XR drug is u...Reuters
2 hours ago
