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Morningstar flags cost woes for Australia's REA as Domain rivalry heats up
Morningstar says REA Group's REA.AX Australian segment, which accounts for most of group earnings, is seeing costs exceed revenue, although the rate of cost growth is decliningSays rising costs signal competition with peer Domain, which was acquired by CoStar CSGP.O last yearProperty listings pl...Reuters
2 hours ago
Are You Falling for These 3 RMD Myths?
Key PointsThe starting age for RMDs is now 73, but it's going to rise to 75 for those born in 1960 and later.You don't have to take RMDs from Roth accounts, and may not have to do so from all your traditional IRAs.Qualified charitable distributions can help you fulfill your RMD while avoiding extra ...The Motley Fool
5 hours ago
IAU and SGDM Both Soar Off Of Gold's Record-Breaking Numbers
Key PointsThe Sprott Gold Miners ETF has nearly doubled the return of the iShares Gold Trust over the past year, but it also has double the expense costs. SGDM holds a concentrated basket of gold mining stocks, while IAU directly tracks the price of physical gold. 10 stocks we like better than iShar...The Motley Fool
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AT&T's Secret Weapon for 2026: Why Fiber Could Drive Double-Digit EPS Growth
Key PointsThe majority of AT&T's revenue continues to come from its mobility business.One of its smaller ventures, however, could be on the cusp of driving most profit growth for the foreseeable future.With or without this growth, AT&T is a compelling investment prospect at its current valuation and...The Motley Fool
5 hours ago
D-Wave Quantum Shares Crashed in January. Is it Time to Buy?
Key PointsD-Wave Quantum made a defining acquisition last month. The company now plans to lead in quantum annealing as well as gate-model systems. The valuation is high, and only risk-tolerant investors should own the stock at this stage. 10 stocks we like better than D-Wave Quantum › D-Wave Quantum...The Motley Fool
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1 Magnificent High-Yield Pipeline Stock Down 20% to Buy and Hold Forever
Key PointsThis midstream operator has been punished over the past year.It's on the mend as highlighted by a 14% gain over the past month.The company recently raised its dividend -- a boon for income investors.10 stocks we like better than Kinetik › Within the energy patch, the midstream space, inclu...The Motley Fool
5 hours ago
What is Considered a Good Stock Dividend? 2 Healthcare Stocks That Fit the Bill.
Key PointsHigh-yielding dividend growth stocks tend to deliver the best long-term performance. Johnson & Johnson and Medtronic both offer dividend yields that are well above the S&P 500. The healthcare giants have increased their dividends annually for several decades. 10 stocks we like better than ...The Motley Fool
5 hours ago
How This AI Stock Went From a Dentist's Basement to Become an Industry Leader
Key PointsThis AI-focused company has been around since the late 1970s.It has grown to be a global giant in memory chips.AI data center buildouts have created a huge upsurge in demand for this company’s products.10 stocks we like better than Micron Technology › Plenty of investors recently have pile...The Motley Fool
5 hours ago
Forget SoundHound AI: This Colossus AI Stock Is the Only Player That Truly Owns the Data
Key PointsSoundHound AI is developing an agentic AI voice chatbot that already handles restaurant orders.In order to grow outside its current niche, SoundHound needs to develop a cross-industry agentic AI.Without sufficient data, that's a tall order. But another company has that data in spades.10 st...The Motley Fool
5 hours ago
Does MUB's Tax Exemptions Give It the Edge Over IEI?
Key PointsIEI charges a higher expense ratio but has a higher dividend yield than MUB. MUB has multiple tax exemptions, while IEI has none. 10 stocks we like better than iShares Trust - iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF › Offering exposure to the fixed-income market, the iShares National Muni Bond ...The Motley Fool
6 hours ago
Billionaire Bill Gates Has 59% of His Foundation's $38 Billion Portfolio Invested in 3 Outstanding Stocks
Key PointsThe Gates Foundation trust is heavily influenced by the investing style of Gates' friend Warren Buffett.The portfolio is heavily weighted toward value stocks and slow-growing businesess.These three businesses all have wide competitive moats.10 stocks we like better than Berkshire Hathaway ...The Motley Fool
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IonQ's Growth Story Is Just Beginning. Here's What Investors Should Know.
Key PointsIonQ quickly assembled technology to address quantum computing's shortcomings through acquisitions.The company is seeing revenue growth with third-quarter sales up 222% year over year.IonQ is not profitable as its net loss exceeded $1 billion in Q3.10 stocks we like better than IonQ › Wall...The Motley Fool
6 hours ago
IJJ vs. IWN: Can the Mid-Cap ETF Compete with a Small-Cap Fund?
Key PointsIWN has outperformed IJJ over the last 12 months, but IJJ has had better long-term growth. IJJ has a slightly lower expense ratio and offers a marginally higher dividend yield than IWN. 10 stocks we like better than iShares Trust - iShares S&P Mid-Cap 400 Value ETF › Both the iShares Russe...The Motley Fool
6 hours ago
7 Billion Reasons to Buy Walt Disney Stock in February
Key PointsDisney is guiding for its largest stock buyback program in nine years. Stock buybacks accelerate earnings growth.Solid earnings and cash flow growth make Disney a top-tier value stock. 10 stocks we like better than Walt Disney › Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS) fell after reporting first-quarter ...The Motley Fool
6 hours ago
Is Silver Headed for $200 This Year?
Key PointsThe price of silver has been volatile over the past several months, and that trend could continue.The announcement of President Trump's pick for new Federal Reserve chairman sent silver into a massive tailspin.Multiple factors could weigh on the price of silver this year, including investo...The Motley Fool
6 hours ago
Better iShares International ETF: IEFA vs. IXUS
Key PointsIEFA carries an identical expense ratio to IXUS but offers a slightly higher dividend yield.IXUS delivered a stronger 1-year return and covers a broader set of international stocks, including emerging markets.IEFA is far more concentrated in developed markets, with a sector tilt toward fin...The Motley Fool
6 hours ago
Eli Lilly Shares Surge on Weight-Loss Drug Momentum. Is It Time to Buy the Stock?
Key PointsEli Lilly's weight-loss drugs powered its Q4 results.The introduction of a GLP-1 drug in pill form should help fuel continued growth in 2026 and beyond.10 stocks we like better than Eli Lilly › The share price of Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY) jumped last week after the drugmaker reported strong sa...The Motley Fool
6 hours ago
This 1 Mistake Can Break Any Retirement Savings Plan
Key PointsHaving emergency savings is key to keeping your retirement savings plan on track.Ideally, you want three to six months of living expenses saved up.The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Part of why saving for retirement is so intimidating is that there are so...The Motley Fool
6 hours ago
Beyond the Chips: Why This Power Play Could Ride the AI Data Center Boom Higher
Key PointsHyperscalers are projected to spend $500 billion on data center capital expenditures this year.Houston-based Quanta Services provides infrastructure solutions for power and energy. It's focused on modernizing the grid and has seen its backlog grow to a record level.10 stocks we like better...The Motley Fool
7 hours ago
SPLB And TLT Both Offer Strong Dividend Yield
Key PointsSPLB offers a lower expense ratio and a positive return over the last 12 months, while TLT has decreased in price within that span. TLT carries less risk than SPLB because all of the bonds it holds are backed by the U.S. government. 10 stocks we like better than iShares Trust - iShares 20 ...The Motley Fool
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