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3 Terrible Reasons to Take Social Security at 62
More Americans take Social Security at 62 than at any other age. For most people, it's the earliest opportunity they have to claim their benefits, and whether it's because they've been forced into....
5 Takeaways From Plug Power's Disappointing Q3 Earnings
Reporting a $0.04 loss per share adjusted for non-recurring costs, Plug Power (NASDAQ: PLUG) met analysts' estimates for the third quarter. The company, an industry leader in fuel-cell solutions,....
3 Dividend Stocks That Thrive in Both Bull and Bear Markets
Consistency. At its core, that's what the vast majority of dividend investors are looking for. Many such investors are nearing retirement and want to sleep well at night know that their....
To Grow Virtual Reality, Facebook Needs Its Own Oculus Store
Facebook's (NASDAQ: FB) Oculus division thinks it can get virtual reality in the hands of over 1 billion people around the world, an ambitious goal any way you look at it. It could make strides to....
Can Roku Stock Keep Going After Last Week's 70% Pop?
You only get one chance to make a first impression, and it's safe to say that Roku (NASDAQ: ROKU) nailed its first financial report as a public company. Shares of the streaming-video player....
3 Reasons Seniors Can't Count on Medicare to Cover Health Costs
If you're counting on Medicare to cover your healthcare costs after you turn 65, you may be in for a nasty financial surprise that could derail your retirement.Even for seniors who purchase....
Can You Afford to Blow an Entire Paycheck on the Holidays?
It's no secret that, generally speaking, Americans aren't exactly on top of their finances. Not only does the average household carry roughly $16,000 in credit card debt, but most adults don't....
This Marijuana Stock Is the Best International Play on the Market Right Now
Marijuana is going global in a big way.While Americans tend to focus more on what's happening at home with states legalizing medical marijuana, recreational marijuana, or both, quite a few other....
3 Dividend Stocks I'd Buy Right Now
Thousands of stocks pay dividends. Some of those dividends aren't all that attractive, though. And sometimes the dividend looks great, but the stock doesn't. It could be there's a fundamental....
Not on Obamacare? 3 Shocking Charts Show Why a Repeal Could Soon Affect You, Too
A report came out recently with major implications for the future of the Affordable Care Act, otherwise known as Obamacare. The conclusion: Even if you get health insurance from your employer....
Why 1 of These 5 U.S. Manufacturing Stocks Lost Big in October
There's a lot of talk about how U.S. manufacturing is dead, but apparently someone didn't tell Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK). Shares of the specialty-truck maker soared almost 11% during the....
So, This Is What the End of Obamacare Looks Like
For better or worse, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has been the law of the land since it was signed into law in March 2010 and officially was enacted in the individual insurance markets in 2014.In....
Better Buy: Exelixis, Inc. vs. Novartis AG
Novartis (NYSE: NVS) stands out as one of the biggest pharma companies with a broad array of products, including several of the most powerful cancer drugs on the market. Exelixis (NASDAQ: EXEL)....
5 Irresistible Reasons to Buy Celgene Stock Right Now (Hint: 1 Is that It's Dirt Cheap)
If you're looking for a smart stock to buy right now, look no further than Celgene (NASDAQ: CELG). The big biotech has hit a rough patch lately, with a major clinical setback, missing....
Get Paid While You Wait: 3 Top Dividend Stocks in Oil
Oil stocks have long been an interesting place to look for dividend income, and the energy industry got even more interesting after oil prices took a nose dive in mid-2014. With oil still down....
Singles Vs. Married Couples: Who's Better Off Financially?
Whether you're single by choice or circumstance, it's a lifestyle that certainly holds much appeal. After all, when you're single, you only have to answer to yourself, and you have the opportunity....
What's Wrong With General Electric Company's Core Business?
Power is General Electric Company's (NYSE: GE) core strength, and its gas turbines are usually seen as its single most important product. As such, it's concerning that the power segment is the....
2 Residential Solar Giants Take Diverging Paths
Sunrun Inc (NASDAQ: RUN) and Vivint Solar Inc. (NYSE: VSLR) seem to be heading in opposite directions in the residential solar market. Sunrun is doubling down on the lease/power purchase agreement....
When 1 Macy's Store Isn't Enough
Sales have been on the decline at Macy's (NYSE: M) for nearly three years. As a result of this disappointing trend, the company has been closing stores at a steady pace. Between late 2015 and....
Getting Divorced? Time to Rethink Your Budget
Getting divorced can wreak havoc on not just your emotions but your finances as well. Once you go from a dual-income household to a single-income existence, you'll need to rethink certain aspects....
3 Stocks the Smartest Investors Are Buying Right Now
We're in the midst of one of the longest bull market runs in U.S. history. That means a lot of investors have been picking stocks for close to a decade, and chances are they have generated a....
What if You Started Investing $100 a Month in Stocks at the Tech Bubble Peak?
People who are worried about investing at a time when the stock market is making new highs should consider this: Regularly investing a small amount of money -- even if you start at the worst times....
3 Top Biotech Stocks for 2018
Biotech stocks have been outstanding growth vehicles over the past six-plus years. The industry is still in "hypergrowth" mode because of a number of favorable tailwinds, such as an aging global....
The Most Important Social Security Chart You'll Ever See
You may have heard that Social Security is broke, bankrupt, or something to that effect. While this is a bit of an exaggeration, the reality is that Social Security isn't in the best financial....
Your Guide to 2018 Tax Changes
Every year the IRS announces updates to the following year's tax brackets, deductions, and other important numbers. Given that the GOP is working to pass tax reform as soon as possible, these....