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Is the Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF Right for Your Retirement Portfolio? 3 Better ETFs for Dividend Investors
Buying the S&P 500 index is a great wealth-building investment. One of the lowest-cost ways to do that today is with the Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF, which has a tiny 0.03% expense ratio. But is this exchange-traded fund (ETF) the best option for all investors?Maybe not, particularly if you are retir...The Motley Fool
Wed, May 21
Stocks
Target falls after cutting annual forecasts on tariff pressures, sluggish demand
** Shares of big box retailer Target TGT.N down nearly 2% at $96.10 premarket** Co slashes annual forecasts on rising tariff uncertainty and demand slowdown** Expects single-digit decline in annual sales vs prior forecast of net sales growth of around 1% ** Expects annual adjusted earnings be...Reuters
Wed, May 21
Forex
EMERGING MARKETS-EM stocks hit 7-month peak; South Africa rand near 5-month high ahead of budget
EM stocks up 0.7%, FX up 0.1%Morgan Stanley ups forecast for EM stocksSouth Africa rand steady ahead of budgetIsrael bonds fall on report of planned strike on Iran's nuclear facilities By Nikhil Sharma May 21 (Reuters) - Emerging market stocks hit a more than seven-month high on Wednesday, re...Reuters
Wed, May 21
Forex
NZD/USD: Outlook remains mixed – UOB Group
New Zealand Dollar (NZD) is likely to trade in a sideways range of 0.5905/0.5945 against the US Dollar (USD). In the longer run, outlook remains mixed, but NZD is likely to trade in a tighter range of 0.5835/0.5985, UOB Group’s FX analysts Quek Ser Leang and Peter Chia note.
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Wed, May 21
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Pope Leo appeals for Israel to allow humanitarian aid in Gaza
By Joshua McElwee VATICAN CITY, May 21 (Reuters) - Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday appealed for Israel to allow humanitarian aid to enter Gaza, calling the situation in the Palestinian enclave "yet more worrying and saddening"."I renew my fervent appeal to allow for the entry of fair hu...Reuters
Wed, May 21
Cryptocurrencies
Best Altcoins To Buy For Now: Short-Term Gains
The recent crypto market movement and expert reports show that the altcoin season is approaching. This means that the money is already in circulation, and investors are shifting towards altcoins that have the potential to offer higher returns within a shorter period of time than Bitcoin. Therefore, what are the best altcoins to invest in […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, May 21
Forex
EUR/USD advances further on US credit downgrade, concerns over Trump’s tax bill
EUR/USD jumps to near 1.1350 on Wednesday, extending its winning streak for the third trading day. The major currency pair strengthens as the US Dollar (USD) continues to face a sharp selling pressure amid the United States (US) credit rating erosion.
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Wed, May 21
Stocks
Is Ares Capital Corporation Stock a Buy Now?
Ares Capital (NASDAQ: ARCC), the world's largest business development company (BDC), has been a dependable income investment for long-term investors. If you had invested $10,000 in its IPO on Oct. 5, 2004 and continuously reinvested your dividends, your investment would be worth $122,000 today and p...The Motley Fool
Wed, May 21
Commodities
Chevron says one missing in Angolan offshore fire incident
CAPE TOWN, May 21 (Reuters) - Chevron's CVX.N Angolan business said on Wednesday that there was one person missing after an early morning fire at its Benguela Belize Lobito Tomboco (BBLT) offshore oil platform on Tuesday.Seventeen people were injured, four seriously, when the fire started around...Reuters
Wed, May 21
Forex
South Korea says discussions on exchange rates under way with US
SEOUL, May 21 (Reuters) - South Korea's finance ministry said on Wednesday that it is in working-level discussions on exchange rates with the United States, adding that no details have been finalised. The ministry was responding to a report from the Korea Economic Daily that Washington has deman...Reuters
Wed, May 21
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Kremlin suggests 'Golden Dome' could lead to resumption of Russia-U.S. arms control contacts
MOSCOW, May 21 (Reuters) - The Kremlin indicated on Wednesday that President Donald Trump's "Golden Dome" missile shield plans could force the resumption in the foreseeable future of contacts between Moscow and Washington about nuclear arms control. Asked about Trump's announcemen...Reuters
Wed, May 21
Cryptocurrencies
SEC ‘Playing Regulatory Jenga’: Commissioner Crenshaw Slams Agency’s New Crypto Approach
The sole Democratic Commissioner at the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Caroline Crenshaw, recently criticized the agency’s new regulatory approach toward cryptocurrencies, warning that the watchdog is playing a “dangerous” game. Related Reading: Trump’s Crypto Partners Accused Of Aband...Bitcoinist
Wed, May 21
Stocks
Target cuts annual forecasts as tariff pressure mounts, demand slows further
Expects low-single digit fall in full-year sales from about 1% growth earlierQuarterly same store-sales tumble 3.8%, Wall Street saw 1.08% fallCEO says pricing strategy will depend on how it sources products in US, reduces China exposureSupplier negotiations, orders, sourcing can offset tariff expos...Reuters
Wed, May 21
Stocks
Prediction: This Artificial Intelligence Stock Will Be More Valuable Than Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft in 5 Years
Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) are the three most valuable stocks in the world right now, with market caps north of $3 trillion. They are prominent names in tech, and all stand to benefit significantly from artificial intelligence (AI) as they enhance their...The Motley Fool
Wed, May 21
Stocks
Here's What You Need to Know Before Buying or Selling United Health Stock
UnitedHealth (NYSE: UNH) is capturing investors' attention because of the massive changes surrounding the company.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 of Ma...The Motley Fool
Wed, May 21
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CVS Stock Analysis: Buy, Hold, or Sell?
CVS (NYSE: CVS) reported declining foot traffic to its retail stores in recent months.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Continue »*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 18, 2025. The video was publ...The Motley Fool
Wed, May 21
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Full Truck Alliance Co. Ltd. Announces First Quarter 2025 Unaudited Financial Results
GUIYANG, China, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Full Truck Alliance Co. Ltd. ("FTA" or the "Company") (NYSE: YMM), a leading digital freight platform, today announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. First Quarter 2025 Financial and O...PR Newswire
Wed, May 21
Stocks
Agoda Celebrates Two Decades of Bridging the World Through Travel with Birthday Discounts
HONG KONG, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda celebrates its 20th birthday this week, marking two decades of helping travelers see the world for less. To mark the occasion, Agoda is running a sales campaign with global discounts of up to 70% on May 21st. Founded i...PR Newswire
Wed, May 21
