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This Is the Average Millennial 401(k) Balance -- How Does Yours Compare?
Key PointsMillennials -- even older ones -- have time to boost their 401(k)s ahead of retirement.Take advantage of your workplace match and make sure you're investing strategically.Avoiding lifestyle creep so more of your paycheck can land in your 401(k).The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retire...The Motley Fool
11 minutes ago
U.S. STOCKS ON THE MOVE-Nvidia, Rush Street Interactive, silver miners
The Day Ahead newsletter: https://refini.tv/3LI4BU7The Morning News Call newsletter: https://refini.tv/3dKUyB8U.S. stock index futures gained on Wednesday as tech stocks advanced reflecting easing AI concerns, while investors awaited minutes from the Federal Reserve's most recent policy meeting ...Reuters
14 minutes ago
Prediction: 2026 Will Be the Year of Ethereum (ETH)
Key PointsWith market sentiment near all-time lows, Ethereum's price may have already bottomed out.Ethereum continues to be the top blockchain network for decentralized finance (DeFi).New crypto market legislation probably later this year could lead to a rally.10 stocks we like better than Ethereum ...The Motley Fool
15 minutes ago
Bernstein raises Howmet Aerospace PT on potential margin upside
Bernstein raises price target on airplane parts maker Howmet Aerospace HWM.N to $280 from $247New PT represents a 10.9% upside to stock's last closeBrokerage says Howmet sees growth from wide-body aircraft fasteners, next-generation LEAP and GTF engine blades, rising F-35 aftermarket demand and ...Reuters
17 minutes ago
1 Reason DigitalOcean's Growth Could Accelerate -- and It's Thanks to Salesforce
Key PointsSalesforce is stopping development on Heroku, its popular PaaS platform.While Heroku isn't going away, customers will likely be searching for new providers for critical workloads.DigitalOcean's App Platform will likely benefit.10 stocks we like better than DigitalOcean › Heroku, which was ...The Motley Fool
30 minutes ago
1 Growth Stock Down 80% to Buy Right Now
Key PointsChewy stock peaked during a market bubble in 2021, resulting in a tumultuous multi-year slump.During that time, Chewy has continued to grow.Customer growth and strong tie-in to Chewy's autoship program bode well for the stock moving forward.10 stocks we like better than Chewy › The pet ind...The Motley Fool
32 minutes ago
REFILE-MORNING BID AMERICAS-Changing of Lagarde
By Mike Dolan Feb 18 - What matters in U.S. and global markets todayBy Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Wall Street returned from its three-day weekend on Tuesday to another day of AI-related angst and market churn that briefly saw the VIX volatility gauge stalk some of its h...Reuters
37 minutes ago
3 No-Brainer Growth Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now
Key PointsNvidia continues to deliver excellent revenue growth as tech giants can't get enough of the company's AI chips.Micron's technology is a key enabler for Nvidia chips, positioning it to thrive amid the AI boom.Alphabet has used AI to boost revenue across multiple segments while tapping into ...The Motley Fool
40 minutes ago
New York Times climbs after Berkshire Hathaway discloses investment in co
Shares of news publisher New York Times NYT.N rise 3.3% to $76.50 premarket Berkshire Hathaway BRKa.N discloses new stake of about 5.07 mln Times shares worth $351.7 mln, marking its return to the media sectorQuarter marks end of Warren Buffett’s 60-year run as CEO; Greg Abel took over on Jan. 1, th...Reuters
44 minutes ago
Energy Transfer's Record Results Put Its 7.2%-Yielding Dividend on a Rock-Solid Foundation
Key PointsEnergy Transfer set several records last year.The company enters 2026 in a strong financial position.It expects its growth rate to accelerate this year. 10 stocks we like better than Energy Transfer › Energy Transfer (NYSE: ET) recently reported its fourth-quarter and full-year results for...The Motley Fool
45 minutes ago
Move Over, Annaly Stock: This Unstoppable Financial Stock Is A Better Buy Today
Key PointsAnnaly Capital has cut its dividend several times over the years, which has weighed on its share price. Main Street Capital has steadily increased its monthly dividend. The financial company has also delivered a growing share price. 10 stocks we like better than Annaly Capital Management ›...The Motley Fool
54 minutes ago
UK's FTSE 100 touches record high as cooling inflation fuels rate‑cut bets; BAE shines
FTSE 100 up 1%, FTSE 250 up 0.2%Inflation drop strengthens BoE rate cut expectationsGlencore posts lower earnings, announces $2 billion payoutBAE Systems lifts defence stocks with strong earnings Feb 18 (Reuters) - The UK's FTSE 100 touched a fresh peak on Wednesday as domestic inflation cool...Reuters
55 minutes ago
Bernstein raises price target on Chemical companies
Bernstein raises PT on chemical companies Linde LIN.DE and Air Products APD.N Brokerage raises PT to $537 from $519 for LIN, representing premium of 11.3%Also raises PT for APD to $329 from $315, representing premium of 18.5%Brokerage anticipates that, with SpaceX reportedly working toward a mid-202...Reuters
56 minutes ago
How Compound Interest Can Help You Retire a Millionaire -- Even on a Modest Income
Key PointsContrary to a common assumption, almost anyone can become a millionaire.Many people don’t do so, however, because they don’t do what they can when it matters the most.Even the people who were disciplined enough to do it right likely felt like their start was agonizingly slow.The $23,760 So...The Motley Fool
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METALS-Copper rises on dip buying in thin trade
LONDON, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Copper rose around 1% on Wednesday, rebounding from more than a one-week low in the previous session, as investors stepped in to buy the dip amid thin trade volumes.Benchmark copper CMCU3 on the LME was up 1.1% at $12,755.50 a metric ton as of 1013 GMT, having slipped 1.8%...Reuters
an hour ago
Is a Dividend Cut Coming for UnitedHealth Stock?
Key PointsUnitedHealth Group has had a lot of bad news over the last year.However, its dividend appears to be safe.10 stocks we like better than UnitedHealth Group › Things have gone from bad to worse for UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH). Last year, the giant health insurer suspended its guidance due ...The Motley Fool
an hour ago
Fresh Del Monte Q4 revenue rises
OverviewFruit and vegetable distributor's Q4 revenue rose yr/yrAdjusted EPS for Q4 beat analyst expectationsCompany completed divestiture of Mann Packing in Q4OutlookCompany remains focused on disciplined decision-making and thoughtful capital allocation in 2026Result DriversBANANA SEGMENT - Hig...Reuters
an hour ago
CANADA STOCKS-TSX futures rise as gold, oil prices recover
Feb 18 (Reuters) - Futures for Canada's main stock index rose on Wednesday, as gold and oil prices recovered from losses in the previous session, while investors awaited the minutes of the U.S. Federal Reserve's meeting in January. March futures on S&P/TSX composite index SXFcv1 gained 0...Reuters
an hour ago
Prediction: Bitcoin Will Hit $150,000 By the End of 2026
Key PointsAfter trading for an all-time high of $126,000 in October, Bitcoin currently trades for less than $70,000.Crypto market sentiment is near all-time lows, but could easily reverse given the right macroeconomic and monetary policy signals. Institutional investor inflows, combined with any buy...The Motley Fool
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Bayer retreats as investors sour on deal to settle Roundup litigation
FRANKFURT, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Bayer's BAYGn.DE shares slumped as much as 9.2% on Wednesday, wiping out the previous day's gains, as investors questioned whether a proposed $7.25 billion settlement of cancer lawsuits over its Roundup weedkiller would mark a decisive turnaround.The German phar...Reuters
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