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These 2 Beaten-Down Dividend Stocks and This ETF Yield Over 4%. Here's Why They Are Worth Doubling Up on in June.
The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) has staged an epic recovery and is now positive year to date as investors look past ongoing macro challenges and focus on long-term growth.The rebound has increased the valuations of many stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) -- making major indexes like the S&P 500 r...The Motley Fool
5 hours ago
Better EV Stock: BYD vs. Tesla
Electric vehicle (EV) companies like Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) and BYD (OTC: BYDDY) have captivated the minds of investors everywhere, as many view EVs as a viable new transportation option in a world that badly needs to reduce carbon emissions. In Tesla's case, investors are also betting heavily on futu...The Motley Fool
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Warren Buffett Has $90 Billion Invested in These 9 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks. Here's the Best of the Bunch.
Warren Buffett readily admits that he doesn't understand artificial intelligence (AI). He has also said that he won't invest in businesses that he understands. So, does that mean the legendary investor doesn't own any AI stocks? Nope.Actually, Buffett has invested roughly $90 billion in nine compani...The Motley Fool
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Statistics Say: This Is the Best Age to Claim Social Security
The most popular and the best don't always go hand in hand. For example, millions of Americans eat at fast-food restaurants every day. However, the food they buy pales in comparison to what's on the menu at a Michelin five-star restaurant.Sixty-two is the most popular age to claim Social Security re...The Motley Fool
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3 Reasons Why This Beaten-Down Growth Stock Could Trounce the S&P 500 in the Second Half of 2025
Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) is in the bottom 10% of S&P 500 stocks when measuring year-to-date performance. The stock trades down almost 22% at the time of this writing.Here are three reasons why the sell-off in Apple has gone far enough, and why the beaten-down growth stock could be a great buy for the se...The Motley Fool
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1 Recent Flashing Signal With a Perfect Track Record Since 1972 Suggests the S&P 500 Index Will Soar Over the Next 5 Years
If you like volatility, then you've probably enjoyed the action in the stock market this year. The broader benchmark S&P 500 index (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) started the year by reaching new highs in February. Then, following President Donald Trump's sweeping tariff announcements in early April, the market a...The Motley Fool
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Here's How Many Shares of Apple Stock You Should Own to Get $1,000 in Yearly Dividends
When people think about Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), products like the iPhone likely come to mind. But long-time investors probably think more about the company's stock, which has rewarded shareholders with a 532% appreciation over the last 10 years through June 9. That's easily outpaced the S&P 500 index'...The Motley Fool
5 hours ago
The Smartest Tech ETF to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
We always hear about the great investors. For instance, Warren Buffett's 60-year track record leading Berkshire Hathaway has made him a legend. He has built an unbelievable career picking individual stocks, and it seems everyone follows his every move.However, the average investor may want to go a d...The Motley Fool
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Is the Artificial Intelligence Boost Fading for This Top Tech Stock?
When artificial intelligence (AI) stocks were all the rage earlier this year, next-generation human resources solutions developer Workday's (NASDAQ: WDAY) stock enjoyed a bit of a spring rally. In mid-May, however, the market's reaction to the company's fiscal 2026 first-quarter results erased much ...The Motley Fool
6 hours ago
The Fundamental Problem With MicroStrategy's Bitcoin-Buying Plan
One of the hottest tech stocks in recent years has been MicroStrategy (NASDAQ: MSTR), which has rebranded itself as just Strategy. And a huge reason for its rally has been due to its bullish position on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and its continual stockpiling of the digital currency. With the cryptocurre...The Motley Fool
6 hours ago
Here's Why I Expect Less Money Out of Social Security (and It's Not the Reason You Think)
There are rumors flying that Social Security is running out of money. And they're not exactly true, but also not exactly false.Social Security is not in danger of running out of money completely. But in the coming years, it expects to owe more in benefits than it collects in revenue.Where to invest ...The Motley Fool
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Can I Really Earn $1,000 a Month in Dividends With $100,000? Here's What I Found!
As always, The Motley Fool cannot and does not provide personalized investing or financial advice. This information is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional financial advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified financial advisor for any question...The Motley Fool
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2 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cloud Stocks to Buy in June
Artificial intelligence (AI) is providing profitable opportunities for businesses and investors. One market where much of the groundwork is being laid for long-term productivity gains from AI is cloud computing. The cloud market was valued at $348 billion, according to Synergy Research, and grew 23%...The Motley Fool
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2 Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid
Warren Buffett plans to step down as the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) by the end of this year, and many people are wondering if his successor, Greg Abel, will be able to maintain the legendary investor's track record as the top manager of the conglomerate's stock portfolio.B...The Motley Fool
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Warren Buffett Says Buy This Index Fund. It Could Turn $400 Per Month Into $851,800 With Help From Apple, Nvidia, and Tesla.
Warren Buffett has earned a reputation as one of Wall Street's greatest investors. The many acquisitions and stock purchases he has engineered since assuming control of Berkshire Hathaway in 1965 have created immense wealth for shareholders. Berkshire stock has returned 20% annually over the last si...The Motley Fool
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2 No-Brainer Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy Right Now
Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a disruptive role across several industries as the technology allows businesses, governments, and organizations to improve productivity and efficiency with its ability to automate repetitive tasks and take over certain functions.The potential of AI helps expla...The Motley Fool
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2 Reasons to Buy Costco Stock Like There's No Tomorrow
Costco (NASDAQ: COST) is a retailer that every investor should take the time to examine. There are two very important reasons for this, and both are logical reasons to buy the stock. However, there is also one very big reason why investors might want to wait.Here are two reasons why you might want t...The Motley Fool
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The Ultimate Growth Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
Got an extra thousand bucks you're ready to commit to a growth trade but aren't sure what to invest it in? Such uncertainty wouldn't exactly be surprising here. This is a different environment than yesteryear, after all. The so-called "Magnificent Seven" stocks that had been leading the market highe...The Motley Fool
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1 Top Vanguard ETF That Could Turn $50,000 Into $542,000 in 25 Years
Generating a 10x return in the stock market doesn't have to be difficult -- if you're willing to be patient. By investing your money into a solid exchange-traded fund (ETF) and letting it grow, you can position yourself for some excellent gains, thanks to the effects of compounding.One of the better...The Motley Fool
7 hours ago
My 5 Favorite Stocks to Buy Right Now
The market is up only 3% so far this year, although that's a big climb from the depths of its earlier declines. Investors as a group may be feeling pessimistic, but that doesn't mean you have to be. As Warren Buffett once said, "When investing, pessimism is your friend, euphoria the enemy." A gloomy...The Motley Fool
7 hours ago
Prediction: This Red-Hot Growth Stock Will Continue Soaring in the Second Half of 2025
The "Magnificent Seven" gets a lot of attention -- and rightfully so -- as its components, Microsoft, Nvidia, Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Tesla, have all produced massive gains in recent years and life-changing gains over the long term.But if there were a Magnificent Eight, Broadcom...The Motley Fool
7 hours ago
Where Will Roku Stock Be in 1 Year?
Admittedly, Roku (NASDAQ: ROKU) has become one of the more frustrating stocks over the last few years. Since the end of the pandemic's height, the once high-flying company has returned to losses, dealing with heavy competition and a struggling economy as revenue and customer gains failed to translat...The Motley Fool
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An Aggressive Social Security Garnishment Is Underway for Over 1,000,000 Beneficiaries -- Here's How You Can Legally Avoid It
In May, nearly 53 million retired workers brought home a Social Security check, with the average payout making history by cresting $2,000 for the first time ever. Though this is a relatively modest amount of monthly income, it's imperative to the financial well-being of most aging Americans.For more...The Motley Fool
7 hours ago
MIDEAST STOCKS-Gulf markets slump on escalation in Israel-Iran conflict
June 15 (Reuters) - Stock markets in the Gulf tumbled in early trade on Sunday as conflict escalated between Israel and Iran, sparking fears of broader Middle East conflict.Israel and Iran launched fresh attacks on each other overnight into Sunday.Israel said it had targeted Iran's nuclear facil...Reuters
7 hours ago
2 Top Stocks to Profit Off the AI and Cryptocurrency Booms
Artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency are two high-growth markets that offer promising return potential. Investing in the right stocks could pay off handsomely in the coming years. Here are two stocks that could deliver.Image source: Getty Images.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analy...The Motley Fool
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