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With the 2020 coronavirus market crash still fresh in many investors' memories, you may vividly remember the pain of holding stocks through the panic-stricken market downturn. Between Feb. 12 and

AT&T (NYSE: T) is taking a much different approach to HBO Max's international launch than its debut in the U.S. a year ago. The Latin American version of the service will be available next month

Summer is just around the corner, and this is historically an important season for Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS). The media giant puts out some of the world's most popular films, and Disney is good for a

We're still in the early days of online gambling, but industry leaders, including DraftKings (NASDAQ: DKNG), are already emerging. 

On this clip from Motley Fool Live's "Industry Focus," recorded

The last year and a has have been anything but typical on the stock markets. Bear markets, meme stocks, crazy volatility, and high-flying technology stocks may have left your head spinning about

Investors have high expectations for Five Below's (NASDAQ: FIVE) upcoming earnings report. Not only did the specialty retailer notch strong sales growth through the pandemic, its expansion outlook

Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST) was one of the retail industry's big winners last year. Consumers spent more than ever at the company's warehouses during the COVID-19 pandemic, stocking up on food

Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) made its second multibillion-dollar investment in streaming content of the year with the acquisition of MGM Studios for $8.45 billion. The deal follows Amazon's renewed

There are many things that can keep you from becoming a millionaire, like not having enough disposable income or an adequate amount of time. But if you have money that you can spare, the right time

Bargain stocks can be hard to come by, even in a market that seems poised for a drop. One niche area to search is among great companies that appear to have few prospects in the near future. 

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Everyone likes a sale, and buying a discounted stock with good growth potential is no different. You're getting quality at a lower price, and that can translate into greater profits later on.

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After you've paid your bills, contributed to your retirement fund, and set aside an emergency savings fund sufficient to cover several months' worth of your household expenses, you may find you

If you're looking at some exciting companies and are thinking of buying them, be sure you're planning to hang on for a bunch of years. If you're hoping to own them for a year or so, expecting a big

The cost of lumber has increased 300% over the past 12 months, according to National Home Builder Association statistics. The reason is simple economics -- increased demand and limited supply. When

NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) got its year started with a bang. In the fiscal first quarter of 2021 (the three months ended May 2, 2021) revenue increased 84% year over year to $5.66 billion, and adjusted

Nike (NYSE: NKE) is a juggernaut when it comes to athletic apparel and footwear. The Oregon-based company recorded sales of $37.4 billion in the last fiscal year and sports a current market

Most investors know diversification is an essential piece of planning their portfolio. If you diversify across asset classes properly, you can maximize your returns for your risk tolerance.

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Getting in on a stock that goes up tenfold or a hundredfold can change one's life. However, you can't depend on a Reddit-fueled short squeeze to get you there in just a matter of months, no matter

During 2020, technology stocks generally soared. Investors rightly recognized the need for digital solutions in a world that was suddenly physically distancing. And indeed, many of these businesses

Just about everyone will lose money when the stock market takes a dip. Whether that loss is temporary or permanent depends on the investing moves you make both before the crash and during it. The

A stock with a high dividend yield can be enticing, but it's important you ensure the dividend is backed by a steady, even rising, payout and is sustainable to avoid the risk of falling into value

Weighing in at an $87 billion market capitalization, and with $9 billion in annual profit, General Motors (NYSE: GM) is a 10 P/E stock. GM is also an industrial giant, and its chances of becoming

From gasoline to groceries, the price of common goods seems to be going nowhere but up. We can thank supply chain issues and inflation for that. But while inflation is often regarded as a bad thing

In what seems like the early innings of a crypto revolution, many people wonder what's the best way to get exposure to the segment. Buying Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) directly may seem like a hassle to

According to Health Canada, the Canadian medical cannabis market currently contains 320,000 registered patients, and an estimated total of 8 million Canadians experience chronic pain. An Israeli