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Current Mortgage Rates -- Dec. 18: Rates Fall for Most Loans
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Is SunPower Stock a Buy?
Interest in renewable energy sources has soared immensely and continues to rise with each passing day. Two key forces are behind this surge: Increased awareness and urgency to address climate
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Will HBO Max Do for AT&T Stock What Disney+ Did for Disney Stock?
When AT&T (NYSE: T) grows up, you can bet that it probably wants to be Disney (NYSE: DIS). Disney+ has made the market forget about the media giant's recent shortcomings, sending the House of Mouse
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You May Be Shocked by the Average Social Security Benefit in 2021
When you reach retirement, chances are good Social Security will be one of your most important sources of income. But while you don't have to worry about this popular entitlement program meeting its
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Does Pfizer's Vaccine Authorization Improve Moderna's Chances?
Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) received U.S. Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for its COVID-19 vaccine on Dec. 11, 2020. This has raised hopes that Moderna (NASDAQ: MRNA) could soon win EUA for its coronavirus
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The Top-Performing Bank Stocks in 2020 All Have This 1 Trait in Common
The banking sector had a tough year in 2020, as challenges from the coronavirus pandemic proved formidable. But there were banks that were able to overcome the challenges from higher credit costs
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Study: Americans Are Spending 9% of Their Income on Debt
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2 Top Stocks Under $10
When the coronavirus pandemic hit last winter, an entire class of investments emerged: stay-at-home stocks. Almost a year later, we are still dealing with the devastating effects of the pandemic
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Better Buy: McDonald's vs. Starbucks
Restaurants and coffee shops had a difficult time earlier this year as the coronavirus outbreak forced locations to temporarily close. Stay-at-home orders kept potential customers home even after
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Coca-Cola to Cut Around 2,200 Jobs
Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) is about to hand out a big set of pink slips. As reported by various media outlets like The Wall Street Journal, the beverage giant said it will eliminate 2,200 jobs throughout
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2 Cannabis Stocks to Consider Buying After November's Green Wave
Cannabis stocks are, once again, at the top of investors' minds. U.S. states continue to legalize pot in a piecemeal way, with four states (Montana, Arizona, New Jersey, and South Dakota) passing
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Robinhood Paying $65 Million Settlement to SEC Over Lack of Client Disclosure
Robinhood Financial has fallen afoul of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The regulator has accused the company of failing to disclose the extent of its arrangements with high-speed
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3 Stocks to Hold for the Next 20 Years
Twenty years ago, we made it through the day without using an iPhone, streaming music or a full-length video, or checking a Facebook newsfeed. Given the technological advances in the last 20 years
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3 Big 401(k) Mistakes to Avoid in 2021
Though not everyone has access to a 401(k) plan through work, those who do have a prime opportunity to sock away funds for retirement. That's because 401(k)s offer much higher annual contribution
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Why Everything Changed for Big Oil in 2020
The energy industry didn't start 2020 off on a strong footing. And then, thanks to the coronavirus, things got materially worse. The year was so bad, in fact, that it is likely to mark a major shift
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Is Verizon Stock a Buy?
Verizon (NYSE: VZ) is about to connect with both customers and investors in a profound way. As more customers upgrade to 5G-compatible devices, it should start to upload returns from its investment
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3 Dividend Stocks Perfect for Retirees
Retirees have a bit of a conundrum when looking for investments today. Retirement is a time when your portfolio should skew toward bonds that pay out coupons or low-risk equity investments that pay
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Is Jumia Stock Extremely Undervalued?
Lately, I've been diving into Jumia Technologies due to its rising popularity over the past month. I've written stories about how it makes money, its most popular product, and I explored its
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Could Unity Software Be a Millionaire-Maker Stock?
Unity Software (NYSE: U), which develops the Unity Engine for video games and other applications, went public in September at $52 per share. It raised over $1.3 billion in its debut, and its stock
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Here's Why Healthpeak Properties Is Worth a Look Now
During the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare real estate has been a mixed bag. Medical office properties and life science facilities have held up quite well, while senior housing has been extremely hard
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3 Effortless Ways to Save More for Retirement in 2021
This year has been difficult for everyone, and millions of people have experienced financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Around 36% of Americans who save consistently say they're saving
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4 Signs It's Time for a New Mortgage in the New Year
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4 Bullish Numbers From HEXO's Q1 Results
Cannabis company HEXO (NYSE: HEXO) was coming off a poor finish to fiscal 2020 when it released its year-end and fourth-quarter results on Oct. 29. Although net sales of 27.1 million Canadian
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Where Will Biogen Be in 5 Years?
Biogen (NASDAQ: BIIB) is a large-cap biotech that has witnessed significant volatility this year, with over 40% price swings in both directions. As it turns out, market participants were essentially
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3 Stocks That Cut You a Check Each Month
Dividend-paying stocks can be a good way to help you generate income, providing the companies are reliable payers. While most of them make quarterly distributions, you actually don't have to wait