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What Should Retirees Know About Retiring in a Bear Market
What Should Retirees Know About Retiring in a Bear Market

There are two types of markets: bull and bear. Generally, when the market rises by 20% from its most recent low, it's a bull market. And when the market drops by 20% from its most recent high, it's

Stock Market Today, Dec. 18: Trump Media Surges on All Stock Merger With TAE Technologies
Stock Market Today, Dec. 18: Trump Media Surges on All Stock Merger With TAE Technologies

Trump Media & Technology Group (NASDAQ:DJT), which operates Truth Social, a social media platform for free speech, closed at $14.86, climbing 42% during Thursday’s session. Trading volume reached

Stock Market Today, Dec. 18: Rivian Automotive Surges To 52-Week High After Analyst Upgrade and Higher Price TargetPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Car manufacturer, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Ansel Adams: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-YEvJ4lsD0cnHYMSisqF0KmhC.png?st=2023-12-29T13%3A52%3A04Z&se=2023-12-29T15%3A52%3A04Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-12-29T03%3A19%3A21Z&ske=2023-12-30T03%3A19%3A21Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=cgEmp8qYLk6LiC9uwJEp9XOt32ky3AObpdzG41upqzc%3D
Stock Market Today, Dec. 18: Rivian Automotive Surges To 52-Week High After Analyst Upgrade and Higher Price Target

Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN), electric truck and SUV maker, closed Thursday’s session at $20.28, up 15.03%. Rivian Automotive IPO'd in 2021 and has fallen about 75% since going public. Trading

Stock Market Today, Dec. 18: Stocks Rise on Better-Than-Expected Inflation DataPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Networking equipment supplier, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-LvyAFCAMshu3rGBke5G5gxuI.png?st=2023-05-10T15%3A37%3A29Z&se=2023-05-10T17%3A37%3A29Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-10T02%3A36%3A27Z&ske=2023-05-11T02%3A36%3A27Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=nXxCmLby4SxAAd/YtNVxZStdXrs9BCydapQDQaR/oac%3D
Stock Market Today, Dec. 18: Stocks Rise on Better-Than-Expected Inflation Data

Stocks rebounded today on cooler November consumer price data. The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX:^GSPC) rose 0.79% to 6,774.76, the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX:^IXIC) climbed 1.38% to 23,006.36 on tech

Prediction: This Artificial Intelligence Company Will Be Acquired in 2026Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Software company, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Marc Adamus: https://img.theapi.app/temp/9d624ad0-0157-4808-b12c-caf136345180.png
Prediction: This Artificial Intelligence Company Will Be Acquired in 2026

As was the case with so many other new industries, in artificial intelligence (AI)'s early days, lots of new companies materialized. Each was certain their unique offering would make them the

What to Watch With Etsy Stock in 2026Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  IT consulting firm, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-uhXP0RHYYxDepjmHeSp1K8bF.png?st=2023-05-07T15%3A26%3A44Z&se=2023-05-07T17%3A26%3A44Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-07T16%3A18%3A55Z&ske=2023-05-08T16%3A18%3A55Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=4pcJOd8aEI1799liUV13F4ElqO7e4RZy8sa1PEeeNZA%3D
What to Watch With Etsy Stock in 2026

Etsy (NYSE: ETSY) is one of the best examples of how much an external event like the COVID-19 pandemic can change a business' fortunes in short order. The health crisis led to a surge in online

Why Shiba Inu Took a Nap Today, Sinking More than 5%
Why Shiba Inu Took a Nap Today, Sinking More than 5%

It's been another down day in the cryptocurrency market, with the entire universe of digital assets sinking around 0.8% over the past 24 hours. However, as of 4:45 p.m. ET, Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB)

Which AI Chip Stock Is the Better Buy for 2026: Nvidia or Alphabet?Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Computer hardware manufacturer, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Art Wolfe: https://img.theapi.app/temp/bee95973-d201-429b-849e-52867059bd1a.png
Which AI Chip Stock Is the Better Buy for 2026: Nvidia or Alphabet?

The stock market is witnessing a technological arms race playing out in real time. Companies are racing to build the data centers and other infrastructure to support artificial intelligence (AI)

Is AbbVie a Millionaire Maker?Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Pharmaceutical company, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Peter Lik: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-TIgKJfhK8q44RPNTTsL9npu7.png?st=2023-05-08T05%3A58%3A04Z&se=2023-05-08T07%3A58%3A04Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-08T02%3A36%3A56Z&ske=2023-05-09T02%3A36%3A56Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=BDDjRcmCPf%2BH//HSxRGZYByMqOKev8lx0/Dhvka/lXk%3D
Is AbbVie a Millionaire Maker?

AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) is an investment that is full of contradictions. It has a strong pharmaceutical business, but the third quarter of 2025 was terrible on the earnings front. It has an attractive

D-Wave Quantum: The Next 10-Bagger Stock?
D-Wave Quantum: The Next 10-Bagger Stock?

D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) went public through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) in August 2022. While the stock has been highly volatile across its public-trading history

Why Shares of Oracle Are Getting Crushed This WeekPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  IT consulting firm, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Sebastião Salgado: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-uhXP0RHYYxDepjmHeSp1K8bF.png?st=2023-05-07T15%3A26%3A44Z&se=2023-05-07T17%3A26%3A44Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-07T16%3A18%3A55Z&ske=2023-05-08T16%3A18%3A55Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=4pcJOd8aEI1799liUV13F4ElqO7e4RZy8sa1PEeeNZA%3D
Why Shares of Oracle Are Getting Crushed This Week

As of the time of writing, Oracle (NYSE: ORCL) stock is down 19.2% over the last five trading days. The move illustrates growing skepticism over the company's investment in artificial intelligence

Why Micron Stock Jumped TodayPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Networking equipment supplier, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-LvyAFCAMshu3rGBke5G5gxuI.png?st=2023-05-10T15%3A37%3A29Z&se=2023-05-10T17%3A37%3A29Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-10T02%3A36%3A27Z&ske=2023-05-11T02%3A36%3A27Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=nXxCmLby4SxAAd/YtNVxZStdXrs9BCydapQDQaR/oac%3D
Why Micron Stock Jumped Today

Shares of Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) surged on Thursday after the chipmaker delivered outstanding earnings results and issued a bullish sales and profit forecast.

By the close of trading

Where Will Target Stock Be in 1 Year?Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Retail store, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Peter Lik: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/add1012b-1b24-4eb2-aba0-77ab52c7f8ad.png
Where Will Target Stock Be in 1 Year?

Target (NYSE: TGT) has had its share of struggles since the 2021 bull market ended. Supply chain woes caused issues with high inventories that the company failed to fully resolve. Moreover, the

Why Did Rivian Stock Soar 15% Today?Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Semiconductor company, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Art Wolfe: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/92ce44e9-64c7-4458-9a95-b706ed510490.png
Why Did Rivian Stock Soar 15% Today?

Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ: RIVN) held its first "Autonomy & AI Day" last week, surprising investors with the news that it had developed its own in-house artificial intelligence (AI) chip. That gave

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy for 2026
3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy for 2026

Investors should strongly consider adding dividend stocks to their portfolio to provide a more consistent stream of income, which can often be more predictable than investing for pure appreciation

The Best Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Right NowPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Asset management firm, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Art Wolfe: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-4Gf80r47YD589EFtjlMy4oXE.png?st=2023-05-06T14%3A52%3A24Z&se=2023-05-06T16%3A52%3A24Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-06T00%3A39%3A24Z&ske=2023-05-07T00%3A39%3A24Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=d8x8qxYEsZ8AfRwcBw8eUkxkNQFVf9GobJgEag27Xug%3D
The Best Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Right Now

It has been another good year for the stock market, with the S&P 500 index entering the third year of its bull run a couple of months ago. Despite a shaky start to the year, major indexes quickly

Is Costco (COST) Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026?Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Online marketplace, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Ansel Adams: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/27d484d8-d1b1-4519-9797-b5dcaa68d4e2.png
Is Costco (COST) Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026?

Costco (NASDAQ: COST), the world's largest warehouse club retailer, is often considered a stable blue chip stock. Yet over the past 12 months, its stock declined by more than 10% as the S&P 500 rose

Should You Buy Tesla While It's Below $500?Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens, soft focus,  Car rental company, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Edward Burtynsky: https://oaidalleapiprodscus.blob.core.windows.net/private/org-IbuNdCATsFaPOITjFOv2kJh3/user-AXaxqjBUW45D8BadJEo9mUpW/img-C39HK7mRtkD4E8dIGhNKdJKJ.png?st=2023-05-14T13%3A30%3A04Z&se=2023-05-14T15%3A30%3A04Z&sp=r&sv=2021-08-06&sr=b&rscd=inline&rsct=image/png&skoid=6aaadede-4fb3-4698-a8f6-684d7786b067&sktid=a48cca56-e6da-484e-a814-9c849652bcb3&skt=2023-05-13T20%3A57%3A44Z&ske=2023-05-14T20%3A57%3A44Z&sks=b&skv=2021-08-06&sig=c7kEiWtHt1KibrlL7jP9uEmEuV%2BuAnv1nRBACXoedSk%3D
Should You Buy Tesla While It's Below $500?

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) has been a fantastic stock for long-term investors, with returns exceeding 3,100% over the past decade. However, the company currently faces significant headwinds, as sales of

The 2 Best Cryptocurrencies to Buy With $100 Right NowPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Computer hardware manufacturer, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Art Wolfe: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/7835e381-fcae-4834-ba93-4708292dc055.png
The 2 Best Cryptocurrencies to Buy With $100 Right Now

While the cryptocurrency market offers thousands of assets to invest in, similar to the stock market, the crypto market is much more volatile and oversaturated with digital tokens that often provide

Here's Why Shares in Frontier Group Flew Lower This Week
Here's Why Shares in Frontier Group Flew Lower This Week

Shares in Frontier Airlines' parent company, Frontier Group (NASDAQ: ULCC), declined by almost 13% in the week to Thursday afternoon. The slump in the share price came in a week when the company

Why Plug Power Stock Surged on Thursday
Why Plug Power Stock Surged on Thursday

Shares of Plug Power (NASDAQ: PLUG) sizzled on Thursday, soaring 15% at its highest point in trading through 1:30 p.m. ET. Three big catalysts propelled the hydrogen stock higher.

Plug Power

1 Red Flag for XRP That Investors Shouldn't Ignore
1 Red Flag for XRP That Investors Shouldn't Ignore

XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) jumped sky-high at the end of 2024, gaining a heart-stopping 294% across November and December. XRP enthusiasts and investors expected smooth sailing after the new Trump

Oh My, This 5.5% Dividend Yielding REIT Is a Top Buy for 2026
Oh My, This 5.5% Dividend Yielding REIT Is a Top Buy for 2026

Roughly a year ago, I highlighted Realty Income (NYSE: O) as a top buy for 2025 due to its attractive valuation and substantial dividend. So, how did shares of the popular real estate investment

Is MP Materials Stock a Millionaire Maker?
Is MP Materials Stock a Millionaire Maker?

One of the problems with story stocks is that Wall Street has a shockingly short attention span. It wasn't too long ago that MP Materials (NYSE: MP) was a headline-grabbing company. Now, given the

Lululemon Is Doubling Down on International GrowthPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Clothing manufacturer, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Marc Adamus: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/7d69264d-49b2-466c-9987-b2706836d522.png
Lululemon Is Doubling Down on International Growth

Fresh off the news that Lululemon (NASDAQ: LULU) CEO Calvin McDonald would step down in January, the apparel retailer isn't waiting for new leadership to lean into the part of its strategy that's