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3 Things About Alphabet That Smart Investors Know
Over the past decade, shares of Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL) (NASDAQ: GOOG) have soared 448%. This stellar performance crushes the returns of both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite Index by huge margins
Will Tesla's Price Cuts Actually Hurt Rivian?
We know Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) has been cutting vehicle prices all year, but what's the impact on the industry? So far, legacy competitors don't seem to be hurt, but EV competitors have been. In this
Is HubSpot Stock a Buy?
HubSpot (NYSE: HUBS) has nearly doubled this year, but the company's fundamentals haven't changed a lot in that time. In fact, they may be getting worse. In this video, Travis Hoium dives into the
You Can't Control Interest Rates, but You Can Control What You Do About Them
One of the hottest topics on investors' minds in the past couple years has been inflation. Rising prices across the economy, which came to the forefront about two years ago in a surprising fashion,
1 Growth Stock Down 70% to Buy Right Now
If you've given up hope that Etsy (NASDAQ: ETSY) stock might bounce back anytime soon, that's an understandable decision. It's not just down 70% from its late-2021 peak. Etsy shares have been
3 Things About Mobileye That Smart Investors Know
Mobileye Global (NASDAQ: MBLY) is often considered a top play on the semi-autonomous and autonomous vehicle markets for two simple reasons. First, the Israeli company is the world's top producer of
2 Better Dividend Stocks to Buy Than Verizon or AT&T
Many investors are attracted to the high dividend yields of telecom giants Verizon (NYSE: VZ) and AT&T (NYSE: T), but the reality is that these stocks haven't delivered strong total returns for
Thinking About Buying Dogecoin? Buy Bitcoin Instead
After cratering in 2022 as a result of rapidly rising interest rates and a risk-off sentiment from investors, the cryptocurrency market has bounced back this year. And this might draw renewed
Up 25% This Year, Is It Too Late to Buy Snowflake Stock?
Though AI software has been around for decades, generative AI has recently captured the attention of the world. The ability to issue a command in simple text, and for software to create a response
2 Stocks to Take Advantage of the AI Revolution
While the artificial intelligence (AI) hype cycle has driven some stock prices through the roof, others have only seen a modest gain or none at all. But some of these companies will still benefit
If You'd Invested $150 Weekly in the S&P 500 Since 1993, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) tracks the performance of 500 large-cap American businesses. Its constituents span all 11 market sectors and the index covers about 80% of the total market
What Is the Best Hydrogen Stock?
Hydrogen stocks have grown a lot in recent years, but they're having a problem turning revenue growth into profits. In this video, Travis Hoium covers the industry's growth, its margin challenges
Three Questions Tesla Needs to Answer
Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) is entering a transition phase from high margins to lower margins with higher competition. With that in mind, investors need to hear more about how much Tesla will prioritize
Where Will Upstart Holdings Stock Be in 3 Years?
Upstart's (NASDAQ: UPST) stock skyrocketed during the buying frenzy in growth stocks throughout 2021. The online lending marketplace went public at $20 on Dec. 16, 2020, and its shares hit an
Should You Refinance Your Student Loans in 2023?
With federal student loan payments set to restart in October for the first time in more than three years, borrowers will likely see advertisements for student loan refinancing. But as I explain in
Want $1,000 of Annual Passive Income? Invest $15,000 Into These 3 Top Dividend Stocks
Higher interest rates have weighed on the value of dividend-paying stocks. That has pushed up their dividend yields, allowing investors to generate a lot more passive investment income.
For example
Is It Too Late to Buy Nvidia Stock?
What a difference a few months makes. After being beaten down for much of last year, Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) stock has come roaring back, with shares up 200% (as of this writing) thus far in 2023
What Is the Maximum Social Security Tax in 2023?
Social Security tax is one of several taxes withheld from Americans' paychecks, and many people don't understand where the numbers come from. In this video, Certified Financial Planner® Matt Frankel
3 Things the Smartest Investors Know About Costco Stock
Costco's (NASDAQ: COST) revenue and earnings figures for its fiscal 2023 third quarter (ended May 7) might have disappointed Wall Street analysts, but this is still a great business. It has a loyal
Only Have Social Security to Live On? Here's Your Game Plan.
There's a reason financial experts warn people not to retire on Social Security alone. Those benefits will generally replace about 40% of your pre-retirement wages if you're an average earner. And
Is It Really Safe to Invest in the Stock Market Now? Here's What Warren Buffett Says
The past several months have been confusing for many investors. While the stock market has been on its way up, many experts are still calling for a recession later this year.
The S&P 500 has surged
Why Is Everyone Talking About Broadcom Stock Right Now?
Fool.com contributor Parkev Tatevosian discusses why investors are so excited about Broadcom (NASDAQ: AVGO) stock right now.
*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of June 21, 2023. The video
Up Over 80% in the Last 12 Months, Should You Buy This Booming Retail Stock?
The rise of e-commerce heavyweight Amazon over the past couple of decades has highlighted how the retail landscape is noticeably changing. A better experience, with lower prices, fast shipping, and
What Happens If You Don't Pay Back Your Student Loans for 1 or More Years?
There are more than 43 million people in America who are saddled with student loan debt -- much of it (some 93%) from federal student loans. That's a lot of people -- more than 15% of the entire
Expect a Roaring S&P 500 Bull Market? Here Are the 10 Stocks You'll Want to Own
Is a new bull market here for the S&P 500? It depends on whom you ask.
Yes, the index has jumped more than 20% above its previous bear market low. That's enough to qualify as a new bull market for


