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If you ask a group of Americans how much they want to have in savings by retirement, there's a good chance that the most common answer you'll hear is $1 million. While the question of whether $1

Most people are aware of the importance of saving for retirement. But acting on that can be easier said than done.

If you're not a particularly high earner and you have lots of bills to cover, then

Investing in cybersecurity companies has some benefits. First, cybersecurity companies tend to be high-growth businesses growing rapidly and constantly on the cutting edge of new technology. They

The last few years have been a rollercoaster ride for long-term investors. The S&P 500 index reached all-time highs as the world emerged from the pandemic, then spent much of 2022 in a bear market

Is it safe to invest new money in the stock market today? It's hard to say, if you're trying to decide based on its recent returns: The stock market, as measured by the S&P 500 index of 500 of

Up 17% so far in 2023 on a total return basis, the S&P 500 is well on its way to posting a solid rebound year after struggling in 2022. However, three notable stocks have not matched these gains

Global-e Online (NASDAQ: GLBE) has continued its hot streak. The small e-commerce service provider handily beat its own financial guidance once again during its second-quarter earnings update. 

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Despite what many people think, the pandemic isn't officially over yet. And while the world has made tremendous progress, the coronavirus continues to cause problems. COVID-19 cases and

Uncertainty in the economy has not left growth stocks unscathed. Even though many of these stocks made a significant recovery in the first half of 2023, they sell well below their peaks from the

When Warren Buffett buys stocks, investors pay attention. You can get great advice and portfolio inspiration from following the investing guru. More than specific stock picks, though, Buffett's

Getting away from it all, really away, is a fond wish for many. And retiring abroad can indeed be a reality with some savings and forethought. But don't assume it'll necessarily be cheap and easy --

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) makes up a huge part of Berkshire Hathaway's (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) portfolio. It's possible for the sheer size of this position to completely overshadow all of the other

While the "magnificent seven" (the largest mega-cap U.S. stocks) have helped drive the stock market higher this year, plenty of other stocks haven't done as well. But that doesn't mean there's not

2023 has been a good year for stocks. Year to date, the S&P 500 is up 14% and the Nasdaq Composite is up 29%. These results have been a welcome respite after these indexes fell 19% and 33%

Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) stock is a great example of a classic Dividend King. It has raised its dividend for 61 years, and the dividend usually yields around 3%, or close to double the average S&P 500

Fool.com contributor Parkev Tatevosian discusses Canoo's (NASDAQ: GOEV) go-to-market strategy and what it means for investors. 

*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Aug. 23, 2023. The

When you're planning for retirement, it's important to understand how Social Security will work. In particular, you need to know when your full retirement age (FRA) is. 

Understanding your FRA will

A mini-correction in the markets often causes a pause for reflection. So, I thought I'd take a whistle-stop look at five companies that have all outperformed the S&P 500 index in 2023 and over the

As the past couple of years have shown, volatility is a fixture on Wall Street. The ageless Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI), benchmark S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC), and innovation-driven

We've seen three of America's biggest banks fail and get taken over by the FDIC this year, and in recent weeks Moody's and S&P Global have downgraded the credit rating for even more. The near-term

Healthcare costs have the potential to mount at any time. But it's common for medical expenses to be a particular burden in retirement, since health issues tend to arise with age.

Compounding the

The words "bargain stocks" and "Cathie Wood" don't often go together in the same sentence -- the fund manager is better known for investing in high-growth disruptive technology plays. Still, for

Fool.com contributor Parkev Tatevosian highlights two catalysts that could boost Plug Power's (NASDAQ: PLUG) revenue and profitability.  

*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Aug. 23

For most retirees, Social Security doesn't just provide a check. The income they receive each month is a financial foundation tasked with helping them make ends meet. Based on 22 years of surveys

Many tech stocks are flying high these days on digital wings of artificial intelligence (AI). But the rising tide is not lifting every machine-powered boat that deserves a boost. In particular, I