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2 Unstoppable Renewable Energy Stocks to Buy for the Next Decade
2 Unstoppable Renewable Energy Stocks to Buy for the Next Decade

Decarbonization is one of the biggest megatrends to hit the global economy in generations. Worldwide, preventing a climate catastrophe will demand investments of more than $150 trillion over the

MercadoLibre Stock: Bull vs. Bear
MercadoLibre Stock: Bull vs. Bear

For a company demonstrating powerful growth and harnessing incredible opportunity, you don't need to look further than MercadoLibre (NASDAQ: MELI). The Latin American e-commerce giant posted

What Is Happening to Ad-Tech Stocks?
What Is Happening to Ad-Tech Stocks?

The Trade Desk (NASDAQ: TTD), Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI), and Pubmatic (NASDAQ: PUBM) have all been crushed during this bear market. The ad-tech sector in general has been hit hard now that fears of an

1 Tech Stock Seeing Continued Subscription Success
1 Tech Stock Seeing Continued Subscription Success

The most recent earnings report for Appian (NASDAQ: APPN) showed another positive quarter. In this clip from "3 Minute Stock Updates" on Motley Fool Live, recorded on July 6, Fool.com contributor

Why Did Netflix Pick Microsoft's Video Advertising Platform?
Why Did Netflix Pick Microsoft's Video Advertising Platform?

There's no going back now. Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) is committed to its idea of adding a lower-priced subscription plan supported by digital advertising, and the company has tapped Microsoft (NASDAQ:

3 Top Discounted Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever
3 Top Discounted Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

Nothing tests the patience of investors like the market sell-off we have witnessed this year. Year to date, the widely followed S&P 500 index has dropped 19%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite

This Stock Has Doubled in July and Could Keep Rising
This Stock Has Doubled in July and Could Keep Rising

Seritage Growth Properties (NYSE: SRG) has been a bust for long-term investors since launching as a real estate spinoff from Sears Holdings seven years ago. After an initial burst of investor

Could Adobe Win With the Metaverse?
Could Adobe Win With the Metaverse?

Adobe's (NASDAQ: ADBE) second-quarter earnings report was very strong, especially in one segment that may come as a surprise. In this clip from "3 Minute Stock Updates" on Motley Fool Live, recorded

2 Growth Stocks Down Over 80% That Could Turn Around in the Second Half of 2022
2 Growth Stocks Down Over 80% That Could Turn Around in the Second Half of 2022

Let's be clear about one thing: Any stock that loses 80% of its value from its all-time high carries inherent risks. But that doesn't mean the company is uninvestable, especially given how broad the

Over Half of Workers Have an Unrealistic Retirement Plan -- and It Could Cost Them Big
Over Half of Workers Have an Unrealistic Retirement Plan -- and It Could Cost Them Big

When thinking ahead to retirement and making plans for your future, it's important that you make realistic assessments of what life will be like in your senior years. Otherwise, you could end up

Down But Not Out: Buy These Beaten-Down Dividend Stocks Before They Boom Again
Down But Not Out: Buy These Beaten-Down Dividend Stocks Before They Boom Again

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) have sold off this year due to concerns about a recession as interest rates head higher. That has investors worried about their near-term growth prospects. 

3 Top Oil Stocks You Can Buy Today
3 Top Oil Stocks You Can Buy Today

After a red-hot start to the year, oil prices have taken a breather recently. WTI, the primary U.S. oil price benchmark, has fallen more than 20% over the past month. That cooldown has caused most

Should You Buy a Rental Property Right Now?
Should You Buy a Rental Property Right Now?

When it comes to investing in real estate, there are different routes you can take to make money. And one option is to purchase a home that you rent out to tenants.

Many real estate investors do

3 Dividend Stocks That Should Pay You the Rest of Your Life
3 Dividend Stocks That Should Pay You the Rest of Your Life

The right dividend stocks can shower investors with reliable passive income. This can be used to cover bills and secure financial independence for investors.

But how can investors be sure they are

How Retiring Early Can Cost You Thousands in Social Security Benefits
How Retiring Early Can Cost You Thousands in Social Security Benefits

After you've been paying Social Security taxes from every paycheck, retirement is a time to reap the fruits of your labor and begin receiving your benefits. The amount of your benefits depends

1 Consumer Stock Seeing Massive Customer Growth
1 Consumer Stock Seeing Massive Customer Growth

Over the past year, Coupang's (NYSE: CPNG) stock has been down considerably, but there are a few encouraging signs ahead. In this video clip from "3 Minute Stock Updates" on Motley Fool Live

2 Semiconductor Growth Stocks You'll Wish You'd Bought on the Dip
2 Semiconductor Growth Stocks You'll Wish You'd Bought on the Dip

The market for advanced computer chips continues to grow not only in value, but in importance. The pandemic was proof of that, with production of many consumer products, from game consoles to new

3 Passive Income Generators Down Between 29% and 36% to Buy On the Dip
3 Passive Income Generators Down Between 29% and 36% to Buy On the Dip

While high-yield stocks may seem more alluring to investors looking to create passive income, looking for smaller, easily funded dividends is frequently the more prudent long-term strategy.

Though

2 Stocks to Buy With Dividends Yielding More Than 3%
2 Stocks to Buy With Dividends Yielding More Than 3%

If you like high-yielding dividends, you're in luck this year. With stock prices tumbling, dividend yields are on the rise. That's enabling income-focused investors to lock in even more attractive

Panic-Selling During a Bear Market Comes With a Hefty Price Tag
Panic-Selling During a Bear Market Comes With a Hefty Price Tag

Following a bull market from mid-2020 through the end of 2021, the stock market has had a humbling 2022, with many great companies and major indexes dropping well into the double-digit percentage

As Crypto Competition Heats Up, Here's What Smart Investors Are Watching
As Crypto Competition Heats Up, Here's What Smart Investors Are Watching

Web3, cryptocurrencies, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have been a hot topic over the past two years as the crypto market has risen and fallen, but what are smart investors looking for in this

Who's Ready for an Extra $175 a Month in Social Security?
Who's Ready for an Extra $175 a Month in Social Security?

It's hardly a secret that the cost of living has been soaring this year. Lately, consumers are paying a premium for everything from food to shelter to gas. And the problem could get even worse

3 Dirt Cheap Semiconductor Stocks That Pay Growing Dividends
3 Dirt Cheap Semiconductor Stocks That Pay Growing Dividends

The semiconductor industry is constantly evolving to make chips smaller and more powerful. But in today's interconnected world, the demand for chips has expanded beyond consumer electronics and into

Want to Get Richer? 5 Best Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever
Want to Get Richer? 5 Best Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

Healthcare is a massive industry; worldwide healthcare spending exceeded $8 trillion yearly in 2020 and 2021. Such an essential and lucrative field is fertile ground for great stocks.

You don't need

Microsoft Just Scored a Massive Win for Its Advertising Business
Microsoft Just Scored a Massive Win for Its Advertising Business

Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) was the surprise winner among those vying to manage Netflix's (NASDAQ: NFLX) future advertising business. The streaming company plans to launch an ad-supported tier of its