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Since its launch in February 1971, the Nasdaq Stock Exchange has grown to include more than 3,000 companies on what is now the largest purely electronic global exchange in the world.

Nasdaq's own

When most investors think of investing in crypto, they probably think of popular cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin or Ethereum. And for good reason -- these two cryptos account for a whopping 70% of

The trillion-dollar mark is now the new measuring stick for big companies. Giants like Apple and Microsoft are trading over the trillion-dollar mark, and it seems that more big names will follow. 

The S&P 500 index historically earns, on average, around 10% a year. But the year-to-year gains are usually much higher, or much lower, than 10%.

The volatility can be nerve-wracking if you're

Energy Transfer (NYSE: ET) has delivered a strong performance over the past year. Units of the master limited partnership (MLP) are up over 19%. On top of that, the MLP has paid a high-yielding (and

After a turbulent year, the stock market is roaring back in 2023. Amid the resurgence, the S&P 500 index has gained 14%. However, one hidden gem that has soared even higher, overcoming last year's

After rallying sharply through the first half of the year, the S&P 500 has declined by about 5% since the beginning of August. However, this has created some interesting opportunities. Here's an

It's not a household name ... at least not yet. Give fast-casual restaurant chain Cava Group (NYSE: CAVA) some time, though. It could become a regular destination for millions of Americans.

That's

Warren Buffett stands in a league of his own, and his track record speaks for itself. The wisdom he has shared over the decades is priceless. 

I like Buffett's investing philosophy. His goal of

Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS) is facing multiple headwinds, and management is looking at ways to unlock value for shareholders. Profits are down, and Disney's stock is struggling so badly that it's

Last July, II‐VI Inc. acquired Coherent (NYSE: COHR) and took over its name and ticker. The acquisition created a larger and more broadly diversified manufacturer of optical materials, lasers, and

Investing in the stock market can be daunting, but with the right investments, you can generate long-term wealth while limiting your risk.

S&P 500 index funds are a fantastic option for many people

Approximately 7.5 million student loan borrowers are in default, according to the Department of Education. If you're one of them, I don't have to tell you about the toll this takes -- no access to

Artificial intelligence (AI) could revolutionize the world by automating tedious tasks, reducing errors, and generally increasing efficiency in the workplace and at home. That's why investors have

Four giant companies have been at the forefront of the artificial intelligence (AI) boom in 2023. Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) has been the biggest winner, by far, with its shares more than tripling year

By applying a tech-first approach to a massive legacy industry like insurance, Lemonade (NYSE: LMND) is catching on with customers who simply want a better user experience. This has resulted in

2022's bear market sent cloud computing stocks into a downward spiral, and bad news has kept coming in 2023. The Fed indicates interest rates will stay higher for longer (remember, higher rates

When investors think of Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), their minds naturally conjure up images of massive e-commerce operations and smiley-faced boxes -- and with good reason. From its humble beginnings as

We're all trying to find winning investments. However, it doesn't always work out as hoped. At least that's the case with Advance Auto Parts (NYSE: AAP). 

If you put $10,000 in the shares of this

Artificial intelligence (AI) is already making big changes to the corporate landscape. Generative AI applications are capable of answering in plain language almost any query posed to them. They can

Trailing the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite's 14% and 31% respective gains this year with an anemic 3% gain, American Express (NYSE: AXP) stock's underperformance is a buying opportunity for

According to a filing from Oct. 1, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) CEO Tim Cook exercised options on 511,000 shares of Apple stock which were valued at more than $88 million. Cook's profit on the options sale

Tractor Supply (NASDAQ: TSCO) is an expert in rural life, selling a vast selection of products to recreational farmers, ranchers, and homeowners. And that's resulted in earnings and share price

There are few forms of entertainment that symbolize childhood more than video games. That's not to say they aren't enjoyed by all ages. When it comes to Roblox (NYSE: RBLX), the age of the user was

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) allowed Amgen's (NASDAQ: AMGN) purchase of Horizon Therapeutics to go through last month and the company announced the closing of the deal in a press release