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I Predicted AI Stocks Would Power Stock Market Gains in 2025, and They Did. Here's What May Happen Next in 2026. (And It May Surprise You.)
At the start of a new year, investors always wonder about what direction the market will take in the coming months -- and what will drive gains or losses. At the start of 2025, the future of
This Infrastructure Stock Could Turn $1,000 Into $25,642
Brookfield Infrastructure (NYSE: BIPC)(NYSE: BIP) has been a wealth-creating machine since its formation in 2008. The global infrastructure operator has generated a nearly 14% annualized total
Could Buying AST SpaceMobile Stock Today Set You Up for Life?
AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) has enjoyed a huge run-up over the past couple of years, with the stock surging 400% since the start of 2025. The satellite company has made inroads with many major
The Smartest Vanguard ETF to Buy With $500 Right Now
There is an old saying that the first step is the hardest, and that is certainly true when it comes to investing. Like many people, you may be looking for the best moment to invest; after all, no
This $2 Trillion Opportunity Could Send These Top Stocks Soaring
Management consultant Gartner forecasts AI spending to reach nearly $1.5 trillion in 2025, rising to more than $2 trillion in 2026. This growth is expected to be driven by greater AI integration in
Is This Fundamental Issue a Reason to Sell XRP, Ethereum, and Solana Right Now?
If you buy the native coin of major blockchain expecting to then own a slice of the chain's economic activity or governance rights, much like what you get when you buy a stock, you're probably going
General Motors Ended 2025 With a Strong Statement for Investors
The automotive industry has been quite a bumpy ride in 2025. The industry dealt with a rapidly evolving transition to electric vehicles (EVs) that was partially derailed by changing trade policy
Could IonQ Become the Nvidia of Quantum Computing?
Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) has seen success that few companies could dream of. It's at the center of one of the most important technological revolutions humankind has ever experienced, and it holds an
Why The TJX Companies Surged 27.2% Last Year and Has Kept Gaining in 2026
TJX Companies (NYSE: TJX) stock defied pressures facing the broader retail industry and posted market-beating gains in 2025. The company's share price rose 27.2% last year, according to data from
Is Cameco Stock a Buy Now?
Cameco (NYSE: CCJ) is a well-run business. It produces and processes uranium into the fuel that is used by nuclear power plants. And through its 50% acquisition of Westinghouse, it also provides
Why Rigetti Computing Stock Soared 45.2% Last Year and Has Kept Gaining in 2026
Despite volatile trading, Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ: RGTI) stock managed to close out 2025's trading with big gains. The company's share price rose 45.2% in 2025, according to data from S&P Global
This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Baby Boomers. How Does Yours Compare?
Today's baby boomers are 61 to 79 years old. As such, many are already retired. Younger boomers, though, may be counting down their final months in the workforce. Some may even be getting ready to
Why SentinelOne Stock Plummeted 32.4% Last Year and Has Kept Falling in 2026
SentinelOne (NYSE: S) stock suffered big sell-offs across 2025's trading. The cybersecurity company's share price declined 32.4% across the stretch, according to data from S&P Global Market Intellig
This 1 Reason to Buy XRP Is 1 Reason to Avoid Other Popular Cryptocurrencies
The expectation of regulation is pretty much the bedrock of all institutional finance. If a crypto project can't swim through regulated waters, which is to say almost everywhere, it doesn't really
3 Reasons Your January Social Security Payment Looks So Different
The first round of Social Security benefit payments for 2026 went out on Jan. 14. If you have already received your monthly benefit, you may notice it looks a bit different than it did in December.
Will Buying Zcash at $400 Be Like Buying Bitcoin at $400?
With Zcash (CRYPTO: ZEC) priced at less than $400, and Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) price near $93,000, it's no wonder some of the Zcash evangelists are trying to get investors to think that buying it
After a Lousy 2025, Can Theme Park Stocks Bounce Back in 2026?
2025 should have been a great year for the publicly traded operators of national theme parks and regional amusement parks. Comcast (NASDAQ: CMCSA) opened the country's first major theme park in more
How Savings and Loan Associations Work -- And How to Find One
Savings and loan associations (S&Ls) are a product of the 19th century. Created in the 1800s, S&Ls were a place where everyday families could pool their money and finance homes of their own. At the
Is 2026 the Year to Buy American Express Stock?
Warren Buffett's time as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway is done. But that doesn't mean investors can't learn from the Oracle of Omaha. He left his post with the conglomerate's massive public equities
Who Are the Biggest Winners from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing's Blowout Quarterly Report?
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE: TSM) recently reported a blowout quarter, sending its stock higher. However, it's not the only stock set to be a winner from its strong report and outlook.
Could Nvidia Be Headed for a Crash in 2026? Here's What History Says.
The bigger they come, the harder they fall. And no company in the world is bigger than Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) right now – at least, based on market cap.
Over the last 10 years, Nvidia's share price
Is XRP (Ripple) a Millionaire Maker?
The crypto sector will look to bounce back after what turned out to be a lackluster year in 2025, driven by a sell-off toward the end amid a range of concerns, including the trajectory of interest
Can Carnival Stock Reach $40 in 2026?
Carnival Corp. (NYSE: CCL) is one of the leaders in the global cruise industry, with multiple brands and more than 90 ships that serve consumers in different corners of the world. Like its peers,
If You'd Invested $1,000 in Costco Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST) stock didn't have a great year in 2025, losing 6% of its value. But over many decades, Costco has outperformed the market and rewarded shareholders. It's reliable for
If You Can Answer These 5 Questions, You're Practically an RMD Pro
Throughout adulthood, you hear about the importance of things like an emergency savings account and saving for retirement. What you don't hear about so often is that you may have to make required


