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The artificial intelligence (AI) race is attracting enormous attention lately thanks to the transformation impact this technology will bring to almost every aspect of our personal and business

The Federal Reserve has significantly ratcheted up interest rates over the past several quarters to help cool inflation. This move has also pushed up rates for lower-risk income-producing

Saving for retirement is probably both your largest and your most frustrating financial goal. It's large because the money will have to last you the rest of your life once you stop drawing a

Retirement is a phase in life that many people look forward to throughout their careers. It's a time to leave the world of work (if you so choose) and dedicate your time to doing exactly what you

McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) shareholders have had a rough year so far in 2023. The fast-food stock has underperformed the market by a wide margin, declining 5% through mid-October, while the S&P 500

The relative strength in the price of oil this year has caught many investors by surprise, and it's worth adding an energy-related stock to a diversified portfolio. If you want to do so, then Baker

Net-lease REIT W.P. Carey (NYSE: WPC) has underperformed the market and has a dividend yield approaching 8%. While the dividend is likely to go down in the near term as the company gets rid of its

Investors often fall in love with the companies they own, which can be a mistake: If a situation changes, you need to change your opinion of the stock. But how do you actually know when the

One of the biggest misconceptions around Social Security is that everyone is entitled to it once they reach a certain age. In reality, Social Security is something you earn -- specifically, by

If you had bought Novavax's (NASDAQ: NVAX) shares at the beginning of 2020, you'd be sitting on solid gains. The stock skyrocketed soon after the pandemic started as Novavax raced to develop a

It is possible to earn excellent returns in the stock market without taking big risks. It's often the best -- and, therefore, lowest-risk -- businesses that generate the highest long-term returns

Reaching millionaire status by investing in the stock market is an attainable goal, but you'll need the right investments.

If you're looking for a low-maintenance investment that does most of the

The stock market has been driven by narratives this year. At the start of the year, companies that aggressively cut costs in advance of what could have been a deep recession were seen as the

For the past couple of years, the U.S. has been dealing with high inflation issues. To combat this, the Federal Reserve (Fed) has been increasing interest rates. The thought is that higher interest

Warren Buffett has invested in numerous companies throughout his illustrious career. His unbelievable track record has made him a widely followed investor for many market participants.

But of the

Even though many software stocks are still well below their 2021 highs, the software sector is an attractive one -- assuming you pick the right stocks.

Software companies generally have

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has always been home to the country's biggest companies across industries, from consumer goods to healthcare and financials. These are players with staying power and

The S&P 500 is down by about 5% since the beginning of August, and this has created some compelling investment opportunities. In this clip, Matt Frankel, CFP®, and Fool.com contributor Tyler Crowe

Social Security forms the backbone of many seniors' retirement plans, but alone it's not enough for a luxurious -- or even a comfortable -- existence. The average retired worker only receives about

In today's video, I compare Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) and Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI). Check out the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer

Every boom eventually loses steam. There are signs this is already happening with the surge that has lifted many artificial intelligence (AI) stocks this year.

However, don't automatically jump to

Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) finds itself increasingly popular with IT professionals. As a package that serves as a "dashboard" for cloud management, administrators increasingly take advantage of its

Does the high interest rate environment we're living in have you feeling down? Here's something to remember that can help you turn that frown upside down.

When the Federal Reserve pushes one door

You can't be everywhere all at once -- it just isn't humanly possible. So, you have to allocate time and energy where it is most needed. Sometimes, that might mean paying less attention to your

Cathie Wood is known for buying tomorrow's potential success stories today, when their share prices may be in the doldrums and their products haven't yet reached the market -- or haven't reached