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For most retirees, Social Security isn't just a check they'll receive on a monthly basis. It represents a financial foundation that many would struggle to live without.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) stocks have roared higher in recent times -- and for good reason. This exciting technology already is driving enormous revenue growth at companies making AI products and

Six publicly traded U.S. companies have market values of at least $1 trillion. From largest to smallest, that elite group includes Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta Platforms. But

Over the past few decades, a pullback in government-run space projects has opened the door for the private sector to push the boundaries of what's possible. Technological advancements have made

The S&P 500 recently surged to new all-time highs following the Federal Reserve's first interest rate cut in two years. Although the broader market index continues to go higher, that doesn't mean

As expected, on Wednesday, the Federal Reserve cut the U.S.'s baseline interest rate. The Fed Funds rate was lowered by 50 basis points, pulling most other interest rates lower with it. The Fed

Since 2009, Trex (NYSE: TREX) has delivered total returns of roughly 3,200%, despite being tied to the highly cyclical United States housing industry. Trex, which has manufactured composite decking

It wasn't long ago that nearly every electric vehicle (EV) stock was soaring in value. In 2021, for example, industry hype was at a fever pitch. Several EV companies -- including Rivian Automotive

W.P. Carey (NYSE: WPC) has undergone a transformation over the last year by restructuring its real estate portfolio to make its business more resilient. The company sold off several office

If you're looking to boost your dividend income, you almost can't go wrong by investing in Dividend Kings. These are stocks that have increased their dividend for at least 50 consecutive years

ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) started off with a host of positive bullet points when it reported fiscal second-quarter 2025 earnings results in September. The problem is that, once you dig beneath the

It's sometimes easy to forget that innovation isn't just about making shareholders money; it's also about making the world a better place and being rewarded for it in the process. For example, the

Normally, investors looking for dividend growth wouldn't expect to find it in the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector. But sometimes there are gems that get overlooked because they don't

Right now is an exciting moment for Palantir Technologies (NYSE: PLTR). It's set to join the S&P 500 index on Monday, showing that the company is one of today's leaders.

The stock has soared more

In the mid-2000s, a former medical student turned portfolio manager named Michael Burry predicted the housing crisis and its economic implications during the Great Recession. In more recent history

The Social Security Administration will officially announce the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) on Oct. 10, 2024. It might seem like an arbitrary date to you, but it's not. That's when the

Seniors collecting Social Security receive a raise almost every year to help their checks keep up with the rising cost of living. The government is still a few weeks away from finalizing the numbers

For most fans of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), the iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF (NYSEMKT: IWF) isn't exactly in the middle of their investment radars. The $90 billion fund just isn't as popular

In just a few months, we'll turn the calendar to 2025. Before we do, however, there are some important financial tasks to take care of. One of the biggest for many retirement account holders is

The last five years were chaotic, with a global pandemic, a presidential election, inflation, swift interest rate changes, bank failures, and more. Despite this level of economic disruption, the S&P

Following a terrific start to the year, Super Micro Computer's (NASDAQ: SMCI) stock chart has undergone a stark reversal over the past six months. It has lost close to 60% of its value from its

SiriusXM Holdings (NASDAQ: SIRI) launched nearly a generation ago with big plans to disrupt media.

Fast-forward to 2024 and those plans seem to have mostly fallen flat. Internet-native alternatives

Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) has quietly emerged as a compelling turnaround story with its stock price rallying sharply in recent months and currently trading at a 52-week high. Compared to a

Exercise equipment specialist Peloton Interactive (NASDAQ: PTON) has been a volatile investment in recent years.

Home gyms were popular during the coronavirus lockdowns and quarantines, and

It's an understatement to say that Wall Street analysts are bullish on Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA).

FactSet tracks 64 analyst ratings on the chip designer's stock. And 51 of them rate Nvidia a buy in that