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Entering the last week of 2023, the S&P 500 is up about 24%, erasing its losses from 2022. Much of those gains are coming from growth stocks that are back in favor with investors, concentrated in

"The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat."

That phrase became well-known years ago thanks to sportscaster Jim McKay. And it pretty much sums up the different trajectories for CRISPR

With most things, a higher price tag generally reflects a higher valuation. A $500,000 house is usually worth more than a $200,000 house. An $80,000 car is worth more than a $40,000 car.

However

This has been a massive year for the S&P 500 index. It's sitting on a gain of 26% (including dividends), which reverses all of its losses from 2022.

Historical data going back to 1957 says rebound

Buoyed by the continuing uptrend in the crypto market, the stock of cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase Global (NASDAQ: COIN) is up a head-spinning 375% this year. Largely, this has been due to

If you're looking for sizzling hot stocks these days, you don't have to look far. The whole stock market seems to be on fire, with the S&P 500 up 16% since a third-quarter lull bottomed out on Oct

Investing doesn't have to be complicated. You can make a lot of money in the stock market by simply buying and holding the best businesses in the fastest-growing industries.

These two companies are

If you're just looking for a simple bundle of blue-chip stocks to buy, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI) is a great place to start (and finish) your search; the SPDR Dow Jones

Planning for retirement is tough, especially as costs surge. The average worker expects to need around $1.8 million to retire comfortably, according to a 2023 survey from Charles Schwab. For many

In today's video, I discuss recent updates impacting Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI) and Marvell Technology (NASDAQ: MRVL). Check out the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and

Shares of coffee house giant Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) are down roughly 2% over the past 12 months. The stock of tiny competitor Dutch Bros (NYSE: BROS) is basically flat over that same span

The value proposition for Snowflake (NYSE: SNOW) stock continues to gain traction with customers and investors. A rapid growth rate and a compelling product offering remain a draw for buyers like

Over the long run, the stock market is a wealth-building machine. But over shorter periods, the directional movements of the major indexes can be highly unpredictable.

Over the past four years, the

Considering all of the investor interest in PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) stock, it might be surprising to hear that it's only gained 67% since it spun off from eBay in 2015, or about half of the S&P 500's

With the U.S. economy in 2022 and 2023 facing headwinds from inflation and higher interest rates, warehouse retailer Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST) has gotten all sorts of attention. Its sales have

Tech stocks fell out of favor in 2022, as spikes in inflation curbed consumer spending and sent the Nasdaq-100 technology sector index plunging 40% throughout the year. However, the market surged in

As 2024 approaches, investors seem to have a sense of optimism. Although it may be premature to label it a bull market, many beaten-down stocks appear to be on the rise.

One of these comeback stocks

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) stock made an improbable run to all-time highs in 2023. The tech giant's shares approached $200 by mid-December, translating into an over 50% rally on the year.

That spike came

Though there are countless investing strategies on Wall Street that can make investors meaningfully richer over time, few have been as successful as buying dividend stocks.

Companies that pay a

While 2022 was among the worst years in recent memory for many investors, the market recovery over the past year is providing welcome relief. The Nasdaq Composite has helped lead the charge, up 42%

Broadcom (NASDAQ: AVGO) and Equinix (NASDAQ: EQIX) have been dividend growth juggernauts over the years. They've increased their dividends every year since initiating those payouts while growing

Hopefully, you're someone who's approaching retirement with a decent sum of money saved in an IRA or 401(k). But even so, you may end up relying quite heavily on Social Security to pay your expenses

Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: VRTX) has brought in billions of dollars in earnings over time thanks to its leadership in the market for cystic fibrosis (CF) treatment. And along with partner

Fool.com contributor Parkev Tatevosian evaluates Microsoft's (NASDAQ: MSFT) prospects and answers if the stock is a buy in 2024.

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