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XRP 100x Gains Coming: The Future Is Closer Than You Think—Analyst
A wave of excitement hit the XRP space this week after commentator Chad Steingraber suggested the token could climb 100‑fold from its current level. According to his tweet, five XRP cost one back in December 2020. Now you’d pay about 12 for the same slice of the market. That leap from roughly 0.20 t...NewsBTC
Sun, May 18
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Pope Leo urges unity for divided Church, vows not to be 'autocrat'
Pope Leo XIV installed as new Catholic leaderLeo, former Cardinal Robert Prevost, is first US pope Many world leaders present, including US Vice President Vance Leo takes first ride in popemobile around St. Peter's SquareBy Joshua McElwee, Crispian Balmer and Philip Pullella VATICAN CITY, May...Reuters
Sun, May 18
Stocks
Here's Why Amazon Is a Brilliant Buy Now (Hint: It's Not E-Commerce)
Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) was one of the biggest winners of the e-commerce revolution, and its platform is by far the most used option in this realm. On the investment side, it's what most users might think about Amazon. However, there are far better reasons to own the stock than that, as there isn't mu...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Stocks
Massive News for UnitedHealth Stock Investors!
UnitedHealth (NYSE: UNH) is reportedly under criminal investigation, and in this video, I will discuss what that could mean for investors.*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 14, 2025. The video was published on May 16, 2025.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just reve...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Stocks
These 2 Dividend Stocks Also Happen to Be American Companies (Somewhat) Insulated From Trade War Troubles
Despite the U.S. and China announcing a 90-day pause on elevated tariff rates against one another, there is still a 10% blanket tariff rate on imports from most of the country's major trading partners, as well as 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum, and some auto parts. Additionally, negotiations are ong...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Stocks
Should You Buy Disney Stock in May and Hold for 5 Years?
Since Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS) reported financial results for its fiscal 2025 second quarter (ended March 29), shares are up a noteworthy 9% (as of May 14). Revenue increased 7% year over year to $23.6 billion, while adjusted earnings per share (EPS) jumped 20%. Both of these headline figures came in...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Stocks
Massive News for Apple Stock Investors!
The company has done a great job of communicating its prospects amid rising geopolitical tensions.*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 15, 2025. The video was published on May 17, 2025.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best s...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
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Dan Ives Says U.S.-China Tariff Pause Is a "Dream Scenario" for Apple. Is This the Buy Signal Investors Were Waiting For?
The announcement of the 90-day tariff pause with China turned into a boon for tech stocks, as the indexes spiked higher. One of the more notable cheerleaders is Dan Ives, senior equity research analyst at Wedbush Securities. Ives went so far as to call this a "dream scenario" for Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Stocks
Prediction: Rocket Lab USA Is Going Global
Investors were not impressed at all with Rocket Lab USA's (NASDAQ: RKLB) earnings report recently. Shares of the rocket and satellite company plunged more than 11% immediately afterward.And even with the entire stock market bouncing back on the heels of President Donald Trump's 90-day pause on recip...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Stocks
Meet the Warren Buffett Investment That's Gained 5,502,284% and Looks Set to Soar Even Higher
During the past six decades, Warren Buffett transformed Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) into one of the premier investment vehicles in modern history.Between 1965 and 2024, Berkshire had compound annual gains of 19.9%. That was nearly double the annualized total returns of the S&P 500...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
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Pope Leo to meet Ukraine's Zelenskiy on Sunday, Vatican says
VATICAN CITY, May 18 (Reuters) - Pope Leo will have a private meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy later on Sunday following the pope's inaugural Mass, the Vatican said.Leo spoke with Zelenskiy on Monday in the first known conversation between the newly-elected pontiff and a fore...Reuters
Sun, May 18
Stocks
Don't Need Your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Just Yet? Here's What You Can Do With the Cash Influx.
For many retirees, 73 is the magic age -- the time they must begin withdrawing required minimum distributions (RMDs) from their retirement accounts. Retirees born in 1960 or later have until 75 to start taking RMDs. However, what do you do if you don't need the money just yet? Here are five ideas.1....The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Stocks
Here's What You Need to Know Before Buying or Selling Uber Stock
Uber's (NYSE: UBER) stock price is already up over 50% in 2025.*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 15, 2025. The video was published on May 17, 2025.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 ...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Cryptocurrencies
Ethereum Price Struggles To Hold Above $2,500 — Watch Out For This Support Level
The Ethereum price performance in the month of May has been nothing short of outstanding, surging by more than 35% in the past two weeks. After making a strong run toward the $2,700 mark on Tuesday, May 13, the altcoin’s price has struggled to build on its momentum over the past few days. The ...NewsBTC
Sun, May 18
Stocks
This 1 Catalyst Could Send Bitcoin Skyrocketing Higher, According to Silicon Valley Billionaire Tim Draper
These days, it seems like everybody is trying to buy Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) -- individuals, Wall Street banks, institutional investors, and even the U.S. government. But until recently, corporations were not getting into the act. Only a relatively small number of publicly traded companies currently h...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Stocks
Got $100? 3 Top Growth Stocks to Buy That Could Double Your Money
Everyone knows that it takes money to make money. However, you don't need much money to begin making money.Many stocks with exceptional growth prospects have relatively low share prices. Got $100? Here are three top growth stocks to buy that could double your money.Where to invest $1,000 right now? ...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Stocks
1 Monster Stock Up 30% This Year to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
Nu Holdings (NYSE: NU) continues to crush the market, up almost 30% this year while the S&P 500 is little changed. It reported inspiring results for the 2025 first quarter, and because it's not a U.S. company, investors may see it as a safer stock while tariff discussions are still in the works. Tha...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Stocks
Huge News for Eli Lilly Stock Investors!
Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY) has a strong pipeline of new medicines that could increase the stock price.*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 15, 2025. The video was published on May 17, 2025.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best st...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
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3 Top Oil Stocks That Can Still Thrive Even Though Oil Prices Have Dropped Into the $60s
Crude oil prices have slumped this year. Brent, the global oil price benchmark, has fallen more than 10% on the year, pushing it into the low $60s. That slump will impact the cash flows that oil companies produce. However, some oil stocks are in a better position to handle lower oil prices than othe...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
Stocks
The Smartest Fintech Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
There are many trends shaping our economy. And while everyone seems to remain fixated on artificial intelligence (AI), it's important not to forgot about a trend that has been ongoing for several years.I'm talking about the intersection of financial services and technology, otherwise known as fintec...The Motley Fool
Sun, May 18
