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Meet 1 of the Market's Latest Stock-Split Stocks. Is It a Buy?
The stock-split scene was quiet for a while before Nvidia and Walmart announced splits earlier this year, followed by Chipotle Mexican Grill's mega 50-for-1 split announcement.
There have been a few
1 Top Cryptocurrency to Buy Before It Soars 12,000%, According to this CEO
There are few people who can claim to be bigger fans of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) than Michael Saylor. The CEO of MicroStrategy (NASDAQ: MSTR) has become what could only be described as a Bitcoin
How Much Do You Get a Month for Social Security? Here's a Breakdown of Average Retired-Worker Benefits From Ages 62 Through 99
For more than eight decades, Social Security has laid down a financial foundation for aging workers who could no longer provide for themselves. Based on an analysis from the Center on Budget and
Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Amazon vs. Disney
The S&P 500 has consistently hit record highs in 2024, rising 15% year to date. Easing inflation and excitement over the tech industry have made Wall Street bullish, suggesting that now could be an
Many Americans Hope or Expect to Live Long Lives, but They're Not Retiring Later. What Can Go Wrong?
That's the news from Lake Wobegon, where all the women are strong, all the men are good-looking, and all the children are above average. -- Garrison Keillor on the "Prairie Home Companion" radio
Warren Buffett Doesn't Own Nvidia. Here's How He's Profited From the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock's Big Gains Anyway
Warren Buffett and tech stocks go together like...well, they usually don't go together. The legendary investor typically avoids stocks that are out of his wheelhouse. And tech isn't his strong suit.
Is It Too Late to Buy NextEra Energy Stock?
Over the past three months, the average utility stock in the S&P 500 index has gained around 10% using Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF as an industry proxy. That compares to a roughly 6% advance
Will Alphabet Be Worth More Than Nvidia by 2025?
Alphabet's (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) stock has rallied by more than 40% over the past 12 months and is currently hovering near its all-time high. The tech giant impressed investors with the
2 Millionaire-Maker Technology Stocks
Buying and holding solid technology stocks for a long time is a tried and tested way of making money in the stock market. This strategy allows investors to both capitalize on the disruptive
Here's How Much the Average American Has in Retirement Savings
If fears about running out of money in retirement have kept you up at night, you're definitely not alone. Saving enough for your future and stretching that money across decades aren't easy tasks.
Want to Earn More in the Stock Market With Less Effort? Try This Simple Strategy
Investing in the stock market is one of the best ways to generate wealth, but choosing the right stocks can be confusing and time-consuming. Invest in the wrong places, and you could easily lose a
3 Reasons to Buy Nvidia Stock Before June 26
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a truly revolutionary technology that has captured the imagination of investors like few things before. This is a double-edged sword, even if the tech really is here
Cathie Wood Says Software Is the Next Big AI Opportunity -- 2 Super Stocks You'll Wish You'd Bought Today if She's Right
Ark Investment Management operates eight exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that invest primarily in innovative technology stocks. Last year, Ark CEO Cathie Wood said software companies will be the next
Here's a Retirement Account I'd Prioritize Well Before Focusing on a 401(k)
If you went around asking people to name a retirement account, there's a good chance that most of them would say 401(k). Based on its popularity, you could argue that it's the retirement account
Is Buying Stocks When the S&P 500 Hits a New All-Time High a Smart Strategy? History Provides a Clear Answer.
The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) put all doubts of a bull market to rest when it hit a new all-time high on Jan. 19. Stocks have continued climbing higher through the first half of the year, and the
Here's What the Average Worker's Social Security Benefit Could Be in 2035
2035 is an important year for Social Security. Right now, that's when the Social Security Administration believes the program's trust funds will be depleted. Without government intervention, that
5 Reasons to Seriously Consider Using a Living Trust to Pass an Inheritance to Your Family
The phrase "trust fund" might conjure images of a spoiled teenager, but trusts are powerful legal documents that many people should consider when estate planning. Some families' financial
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Juggernaut Nvidia Is One of the World's Most Valuable Companies. Here's What Investors Should Know.
In May 2017, Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) co-founder and CEO Jensen Huang was interviewed in the MIT Technology Review when he said, "Software is eating the world, but AI is going to eat software." This
Is Apple Stock Going to $240? 1 Wall Street Analyst Thinks So.
Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) stock has finally joined the artificial intelligence (AI) race.
Announcing a tie-up with OpenAI earlier this month, the iEverything giant said it will integrate ChatGPT
Where Will Upstart Stock Be in 1 Year?
Upstart Holdings (NASDAQ: UPST) is a prime example of what could happen if you buy a stock when its valuation becomes unsustainable. After its price-to-earnings ratio hit north of 400, it finally
If You'd Invested $10,000 in Advanced Micro Devices Stock 5 Years Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
Share prices of Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) have climbed 454% over the last five years. An investment of $10,000 in AMD back in June 2019 would be worth $55,410 today. That's a lot of
How Should a Beginner Invest in Stocks? Try This ETF.
Investing in the stock market can seem daunting for beginners, but it doesn't have to be. There are ways to get started on the right foot. Why not tie your budding portfolio directly to the stock
The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now
As interest rates started to rise two years ago, investors soured on the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector. That isn't shocking, since REITs make use of debt to buy property. But the
Want $1,000 in Dividend Income? Here's How Much You Have to Invest in Agree Realty Stock.
Real estate investment trusts (REIT) are some of the best dividend stocks on the market. They typically pay a reliable, high-yielding, and growing dividend, checking off the list of what's important
Here's the Average Social Security Benefit at Age 62 -- and Why It's Not the Best News for Retirees
Social Security is a vital income source for many of its roughly 53.5 million recipients. For retirees who have spent years working and paying taxes into the program, it's a well-earned financial