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Back in February, I compared Bumble (NASDAQ: BMBL) to its larger online dating rival Match Group (NASDAQ: MTCH). At the time, I believed Bumble's simpler business model, female-friendly approach

With many Americans worried they won't be able to retire at all, the idea of retiring in one's 50s probably seems like something only CEOs can afford to do. But if you're a motivated saver, you

In last week's article on three stocks to avoid, I predicted that American Software (NASDAQ: AMSWA), Carnival (NYSE: CCL), and Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ: HOOD) would have a rough few days.

The three

If you've been a fan of The Motley Fool for any length of time, you know we love investing. It's the best way to grow your wealth over the long term, but it's not magic. You still have to take the

If you see the scary headlines that many articles sport regarding Social Security, you might think its coffers will run dry soon, leaving you with no retirement benefits. Take a deep breath --

The stock price of social media platform operator Snap (NYSE: SNAP) has staged a dramatic comeback in recent years. While the company struggled to manage competition with Facebook's Instagram in the

One of the more under-the-radar names in U.S. cannabis is Ayr Wellness (OTC: AYRW.F). At just a $1.6 billion market cap on a fully diluted basis, it's a bit smaller than some of the other U.S

Whether you are looking for a stock for your kids or one that you can own for decades, finding a company with a great track record is a good place to start. Add in an exceptional business model with

Some of the most popular stocks in the market include SentinelOne and Bill.com, each trading at price-to-sales ratios of more than 100, making them among the most expensive out there.

However, the

From the day before Sir Richard Branson took his rocket-ride to space, to the day the company that carried him there, space tourism company Virgin Galactic (NYSE: SPCE), reported its second-quarter

Investors appear to be getting more worried about a possible stock market correction, as we've seen the VIX jump upwards over the past few weeks. More bad headlines are swirling about the fourth

Thanks to the unpredictable influence of politics in China, fear has crept into the minds of investors holding and/or considering stocks of many Chinese companies. Alibaba Group Holding (NYSE: BABA)

Most people have heard of the social network company Facebook (NASDAQ: FB); and with 1.9 billion daily active users, nearly 1 in 4 people worldwide use Facebook daily. But for investors, the

The idea of holding any stock forever may seem daunting. Picking growth stocks for the ultra-long term can be even more challenging, as companies in the category typically have valuations with

During the COVID-19 pandemic, young Americans have been submerged into stressful financial situations and many are seeking better opportunities for themselves. From huge debt burdens to tough job

Second-quarter calendar year 2021 earnings season is mostly now in the books, and technology companies around the globe continue to be the engine of the economy. Revenue and profits are growing near

Fund manager Cathie Wood -- the founder and CEO of Ark Invest -- has become a source of inspiration for many young investors. Her long-term mindset and focus on innovative technologies bucks the

When you hear the stock market is "expensive," that typically means that stock prices are outpacing earnings growth. That's exactly what's happening in today's market, where the average stock in the

Stocks rose last week, as both the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI) and the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) gained over 1% and progressed to new highs. The Dow is up roughly 16% so far in

Saving money in a 401(k) plan is one of the smartest things you can do to secure your retirement. But it's important to manage that account carefully. And if you wind up making these mistakes, you

Earlier this month, pharma giant AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) reported the results from its phase 3 clinical trial testing of atogepant for the preventive treatment of migraine in adults who met the criteria

Palantir Technologies (NYSE: PLTR) CEO Alex Karp is certainly an unconventional executive. The self-described socialist known for his colorful outfits now finds himself among the richest Americans

Ideally, the stocks you purchase after careful research and analysis will have long and profitable lives in your portfolio, growing contentedly through shifting economic conditions, trends in the

Fintech lending disruptor Upstart (NASDAQ: UPST) has risen more than tenfold since its IPO just nine months ago. In this Fool Live video clip, recorded on Aug. 19 (a day Upstart was down

The intersection of durable, digital-focused businesses and reasonable valuations has often led to great investor returns. Unfortunately, over recent months, businesses that fit into both of those