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Stock splits were all the rage on Wall Street last summer, with companies like Alphabet, Amazon, and even Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) participating in the frenzy. Although stock splits might not

While the market may not be delivering investors the same newsworthy returns that it was a few years ago, companies with staying power that revolve around a disruptive business model are continuing

Investors have much different expectations around Starbucks' (NASDAQ: SBUX) and McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) earnings prospects at the moment. McDonald's stock is near all-time highs following an

It's hard to believe that we've reached the midpoint of 2023. But alas, here we are, and that means it's time for an essential financial checkup.

As a busy mom, carving out time for one may be

Integrated energy giant ExxonMobil (NYSE: XOM) is in a tough industry. Not only are its competitors fierce, but its top line is reliant on highly volatile energy prices.

And yet, Exxon has managed

It's not unreasonable to argue that no matter what is happening in financial markets, there will always be intelligent investments available. After all, there are thousands of publicly traded

July is shaping up to be an interesting month for the stock market. In June, any stock associated with artificial intelligence (AI) saw huge demand and sent stock prices soaring. However, not every

Investors are enthusiastic about Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) right now. The tech giant's 42% gains so far in 2023 are trouncing the 30% gain in the Nasdaq Composite and the stock recently exceeded

American Tower (NYSE: AMT) and Crown Castle (NYSE: CCI) are two of the largest real estate companies in the world, but despite a generally strong rebound from real estate in 2023, both have

When investing for dividend growth, it pays for investors to focus on buying businesses with immense brand power. This is because brands that are known and loved by consumers tend to carry the

July is the month when Americans celebrate freedom each year. Passive income from dividends can be a powerful tool for investors working toward financial independence.

It might seem counterintuitive

Investors increasingly recognize Broadcom's (NASDAQ: AVGO) potential to enable generative AI. The company's second-quarter 2023 earnings report, released June 1, beat analysts' consensus estimates

Artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and robotics have taken the stock market by storm. Yet one overlooked area to invest in these trends is the industrial economy, specifically manufacturing.

Broadcom's (NASDAQ: AVGO) stock price declined in 2022 due to various factors, including the Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes and inflation, which led investors to assign lower valuations to

Zillow (NASDAQ: Z)(NASDAQ: ZG) hasn't been a great performer in the recent market downturn, but the stock appears to have turned a corner. Here's a rundown of why Zillow might be doing so well and

Amidst lingering uncertainty in the crypto market, a few cryptos stand out as potential investment targets headed into the second half of 2023. Two that stand out for me are Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC)

Americans who qualify for benefits can start collecting Social Security at any point after they turn 62, but there's no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to the ideal age to apply for yours

Shares of Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) stock have already more than doubled in 2023, but it's not too late for investors to buy the stock.

There are a number of catalysts that could continue to

Social Security benefits are a lifeline for millions of older Americans. While most people are familiar with retirement benefits, there are other types of Social Security you may be entitled to, as

The first half of the year is officially over, and that also marks the close of the 2023 second quarter. Many U.S. companies will be reporting their financial results throughout July and August

Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) is one of the most recognized healthcare companies around. That's thanks to products like its Band-Aid bandages and Tylenol -- staples in many medicine cabinets.

J&J

With the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite up 15% and 31%, respectively, in 2023, investors might find it challenging to identify good buying opportunities in the market today. But the good news is

Chevron (NYSE: CVX) is an icon in the energy sector, competing with some of the biggest and best-known energy companies in the world. If you were looking to get some exposure to the sector via an

Are we in a new bull market or not? Different people will give you a different answer. But the consensus of many of the top investors in the country seems to be that we are.

CNBC recently surveyed

Few things are as rewarding as buying a blue chip stock when it's undervalued and watching it blossom and give your portfolio a spark.

The market can act irrationally, sometimes creating temporary