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Gold is seen by some as a safe-haven investment in times of economic and political uncertainty. For those looking to buy it, there are multiple ways to own gold, from simply buying bullion (gold

If you intend to file for Social Security's retirement benefits in 2025, do you know how big your checks are going to be? The average retiree is seeing monthly payments of $1,976 this year, for

Artificial intelligence (AI) stocks might be the big thing on Wall Street, with rising valuations and trending tickers. But that doesn't mean there aren't good values to be found. While there are

The market loves a good comeback story, and right now Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) is auditioning for the lead role. After spending most of 2023 and 2024 lagging other major cryptocurrencies, Ethereum has

Popular themes on Wall Street today include artificial intelligence (AI), the market for weight management medicines, and the potential impact of tariffs on broader equities and the economy. In 10

Perennial meme stock GameStop (NYSE: GME) has taken its shareholders on another roller-coaster ride of volatility so far in 2025. In May, its stock price soared to $35.81, near a 52-week high, but

In many ways, retiring as a married couple is easier than retiring as a single person. You have someone to split expenses with, spend time with, and, if needed, rely on for caregiving.

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The semiconductor industry is the beating heart of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, because most development happens in large data centers that are filled with thousands of graphics

The latest video game console from Nintendo (OTC: NTDOY) is now out. The Switch 2 is a newer version of the company's original Switch device, and the early indications are that it is a big hit thus

The stock market wasn't an easy place for investors earlier this year. All three major indexes slipped on concerns about the U.S. import tariff plan and its potential impact on growth. But these

If you're looking for stocks that have the potential to make you a millionaire on a relatively modest investment, you're likely going to have to take some pretty big chances. That means looking for

Tax-deferred investment accounts such as traditional IRAs, 401(k) plans, and 403(b) plans are subject to required minimum distribution (RMD) rules. That means accountholders upon reaching a certain

Artificial intelligence (AI) got the bulk of interest from tech investors in the past couple of years, but it's not the only tech sector with upside potential.

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While there is still some uncertainty in the market related to tariffs, the U.S. economy, and a new conflict in the Middle East, now can still be a good time to invest in growth stocks. Investors

Not long after my 18th birthday, I opened my first brokerage account with E*TRADE. In just a few months, I'll be celebrating my 27th year as an investor, and my 28th, in total, following what makes

The iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (NYSEMKT: AGG) is one of the biggest exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focused on the bond market. AGG has over $126 billion in total assets under management (AUM

Warren Buffett is one of the greatest investors of all time. From 1965 through 2024, Buffett guided Berkshire Hathaway stock to an astounding 5,502,284% cumulative return, smashing the S&P 500

If you're looking for growth stocks, the tech sector is hard to beat. While the S&P 500 index is up 97% over the last five years, the tech-heavy Nasdaq-100 has gained 133%. And there are plenty of

Earlier this year, the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) dropped into market correction territory as investors reacted to the prospect of sweeping tariffs. However, the index has historically

In May, the average monthly Social Security benefit for retired workers hit an important milestone by crossing above $2,000 for the first time in the program's history. Though this is a fairly

While Nvidia, Palantir Technologies, and Tesla consistently find their names in headlines regarding artificial intelligence (AI), I would argue that one company that dwarfs the attention garnered by

Explore the exciting world of Adobe (NASDAQ: ADBE) with our expert analysts in this Motley Fool Scoreboard episode. Check out the video below to gain valuable insights into market trends and

It may seem that every investor is chasing AI. Artificial intelligence -- particularly generative AI that is used for everything from personalized recommendations to video generation and scientific

Wednesday's action on the stock market was fairly sedate, with stock market indexes like the S&P 500 index essentially moving sideways. That wasn't the case with big American bank Wells Fargo (NYSE: