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The energy industry is notoriously volatile. Energy prices can rise or fall significantly on the hint of supply or demand issues. Because of that, the sector isn't known for its ability to deliver

Many investors are looking to get rich quick, but the savvy among us realize that it's not likely to happen. Worse, many common attempts to get rich quick -- by purchasing penny stocks, for

For new investors, buying stocks and getting into the market can be a bit daunting. In this segment of "Ask Us Anything" on Motley Fool Live, recorded on Feb. 28, Fool.com contributors Demitri

Artificial intelligence (AI) and its subsectors like machine learning are set to transform the way we do business. Some companies are already leveraging these advanced technologies to carry out

For long-term investors, dips in the stock market can present some great buying opportunities. As of this writing, the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite index is down almost 21% from its all-time highs

The Nasdaq Composite index was briefly pushed below the 20%-off-peak threshold that marks bear-market territory, but a moderate rebound now has its level sitting down "only" 18% from its previous

If you are an individual investor, it can be helpful to check what sentiment is from the big dogs on Wall Street from time to time. Luckily, tons of Wall Street analysts post their research

For many investors looking at their portfolios right now, it's pretty clear that 2022 hasn't gotten off to a great start. For instance, the S&P 500 index is down 10.76% to start the year. And with

With histories of revenue growth and relatively low valuations compared to other companies in their sectors, LHC Group (NASDAQ: LHCG) and Littelfuse (NASDAQ: LFUS) look like great stocks to buy now

Superinvestor Warren Buffett himself has called it his worst investment: believe it or not, his very own Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B). The company that started out as a textile

Pinterest's (NYSE: PINS) pristine financials exceeded expectations despite a decline in users. In this clip from "3 Minute Stocks Updates" on Motley Fool Live, recorded on Feb. 16, Motley Fool

Twilio's (NYSE: TWLO) fourth-quarter performance posted impressive results. In this clip from "3 Minute Stocks Updates" on Motley Fool Live, recorded on Feb. 16, Motley Fool contributor Brian

Despite challenges ahead, some investors see Microsoft's (NASDAQ: MSFT) offer to buy Activision (NASDAQ: ATVI) as a good deal. In this clip from "3 Minute Stocks Updates" on Motley Fool Live

Despite management's projections, investors still have concerns regarding the flat customer count over the last several years. In this clip from "3 Minute Stocks Updates" on Motley Fool Live

If you're nearing retirement, you might have given thought to how to spend down your nest egg so that it lasts you the remainder of your life. You may have also gone a step further -- and considered

Inflation is running higher than it has in 40 years, national average gas prices just broke through to record highs, and Russia's invasion of Ukraine is roiling commodities markets.

Couple all this

When it comes to Social Security, most people focus on the size of their monthly checks, but that's only part of the story. If you want the most money possible, you need to maximize your lifetime

A long time ago, my husband and I purchased our first house.

At the time, we were both young and relatively inexperienced in the world of personal finance. We were eager to get into a property. And

One of the nice things about Medicare is that it allows you to choose the coverage that works best for you. That could mean sticking with original Medicare and buying a Part D drug plan to accompany

If you're trying to find a solid stock to shine in the current inflationary environment, this one should be near the top of the list. In this video clip from "Ask Us Anything" on Motley Fool Live

If you're seeking to join the millionaire club, your 401(k) may be your ticket to success. Fidelity reported a jump in 401(k) millionaires during the pandemic, and you could be next in line to claim

Stocks have gotten off to a lackluster start in 2022, with the S&P 500 down almost 12% at Friday's close. Growth stocks have gotten beaten up, and companies that have yet to turn a profit have been

In addition to being able to buy and sell NFTs on eBay, users may soon be able to use crypto for transactions on the platform. In this Motley Fool Live segment from "The Virtual Opportunities Show,"

Artificial intelligence (AI) is often used as a buzzword when companies are trying to sell their product. They often have some form of AI, but it really isn't as much of a game-changer as it is

Shiba Inu caught the cryptocurrency world's attention when it soared 45,000,000% last year. Today, investors are looking for the next similar opportunity. Of course, it may not be easy -- or even