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RPT-Wall St Week Ahead-Investors eager for delayed data to shed light on US economy
Jobs data due Tuesday, CPI out on ThursdayReports on economy come after Fed rate cutTech slide drags on stocks at end of week, following S&P 500 record By Lewis Krauskopf NEW YORK, Dec 12 (Reuters) - A host of delayed employment, inflation and other data in the coming week will give a long-an...Reuters
4 hours ago
MIDEAST STOCKS-Saudi bourse leads most Gulf stocks lower as oil prices fall
By Md Manzer Hussain Dec 14 (Reuters) - Major Gulf stock markets fell on Sunday on weaker oil prices and profit-taking, with sentiment further pressured by concerns over a global supply glut and escalating tension between the U.S. and Venezuela following the seizure of a tanker.Oil prices – a key...Reuters
5 hours ago
Human Spaceflight: No Longer Possible Without SpaceX
Key PointsSpaceX currently operates the only crew-capable spacecraft capable of reaching the International Space Station.Boeing has a similar spacecraft, but NASA is afraid to put people on it.Russia's only space base for launching astronauts just got destroyed.10 stocks we like better than Boeing ›...The Motley Fool
16 hours ago
Netflix in 2025: The 3 Big Takeaways Investors Should Focus On
Key PointsThe ad business became a growth engine.Revenue and profitability improved in 2025.But execution risk increased just as transparency declined.10 stocks we like better than Netflix › Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) entered 2025 with momentum, and it ended the year proving it can evolve, scale, and gr...The Motley Fool
16 hours ago
Want to Start the New Investing Year Off Right? 3 Warren Buffett-Inspired Moves to Make Before 2026
Key PointsThese moves should favor positive performance in any market environment.Buffett has made all of the following moves repeatedly throughout his career.10 stocks we like better than S&P 500 Index › The past three years have been fantastic ones for investors. The bull market marched on, with t...The Motley Fool
16 hours ago
What Does the Presidential Election Cycle Say the Market Will Do in 2026?
Key PointsHistorically, the second year of a president's four-year term is the weakest for the stock market.Presidents tend to return their focus to the economy in their third years.These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires › While every stock market and presidency is unique, there ar...The Motley Fool
16 hours ago
Is It Too Late to Buy AI Stocks in 2025? The Answer May Surprise You.
Key PointsStocks like BigBear.AI are ones to avoid, no matter how low the price falls.Palantir is a strong business, but it remains overvalued.Reasonably priced stocks like Amazon are great AI companies to buy and hold for the long haul.10 stocks we like better than Amazon › Anyone who bought stocks...The Motley Fool
16 hours ago
Planning to Claim Social Security in 2026? 3 Things to Do Right Now
Key PointsYour age at sign up will dictate the size of your Social Security benefit.Spouses can coordinate their claiming strategies to maximize their household benefits.Having the necessary documents at hand can expedite the application process.The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees comple...The Motley Fool
17 hours ago
Weekly Winners｜Warner Bros. Soared 15%; Mosaic And Molina Surged 11%; Norwegian Cruise Rallied 10% And Royal Caribbean Shot Up 8%
This week, which stocks lagged or dragged? Weekly Winners column keeps up with market trends, helping Tigers sort out the week's hottest sectors, stock winners and important news.Below are the top 10 S&P 500 stock gainers for the week ended Dec 12:Netflix and Paramount are battling for Warner Bros. ...Tiger News
17 hours ago
Is Strategy Stock Yesterday's News?
Key PointsStrategy stock has outperformed Bitcoin over the last five years, but it's underperforming the cryptocurrency in 2025. Strategy has sold new stock and issued bonds to fund its Bitcoin purchases. The company's treasury construction could allow it to outperform Bitcoin, but the stock comes w...The Motley Fool
17 hours ago
Prediction: Iren Could Soar Another 150%
Iren (NASDAQ: IREN) is racing to become a significant force in AI cloud computing, backed by a huge Microsoft contract and rapid GPU expansion. This video breaks down the bullish case, the staggering revenue targets, and the potential upside if the company executes.Stock prices used were the market ...The Motley Fool
17 hours ago
Are AutoZone (AZO) Stock Investors Happy, or Did They Miss Out?
Key PointsAutoZone shares have crushed the S&P 500 in the past five years. The products this company sells register durable demand, making it a safe holding in any economic situation. For those investors who have been on the sidelines, now might be a good time to look at the stock. 10 stocks we li...The Motley Fool
18 hours ago
Ratings Weekly｜Amazon, Roku, Five Below, Ulta Beauty, General Motors, Rivian and More to Watch
Top 5 Buy Recommendations:1. Guggenheim Initiates Amazon with a Buy RatingGuggenheim has begun coverage of Amazon.com (AMZN) with a Buy rating and a price target of $300. Despite the retail sector being viewed as "structurally sick," the firm notes that the holiday season has brought positive result...Tiger News
18 hours ago
XLP vs. VDC: Are Lower Fees Better Than Broader Exposure?
Key PointsXLP charges a slightly lower expense ratio and offers a higher dividend yield than VDCVDC outperformed XLP on five-year total return, but both funds saw similar maximum drawdownsXLP holds fewer stocks with a tighter focus on consumer defensive names, while VDC adds a small cyclical tiltThe...The Motley Fool
18 hours ago
Move Over D-Wave, Alphabet Is Taking Over Quantum Computing
Key PointsD-Wave's status as pure-play in quantum computing could help deliver big upside, but Alphabet offers a more balanced risk-reward profile.Alphabet has massive capital resources and has been making big breakthroughs in quantum-computing tech.10 stocks we like better than Alphabet › D-Wave Qu...The Motley Fool
18 hours ago
President Donald Trump's Policies Come With Unintended Consequences for Social Security
Key PointsPresident Trump has overseen several key changes to Social Security during the first year of his second nonconsecutive term. Trump's tariff and trade policy has had a permanent impact on Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).Meanwhile, the president's flagship tax and spending...The Motley Fool
18 hours ago
VGT vs. FTEC: How These Two Similar Tech ETFs Compare on Risk, Performance, and Scale
Key PointsBoth funds deliver nearly identical sector exposure and recent performance, with a minimal expense difference.Top holdings are similar, but VGT holds more stocks overall.VGT’s assets under management and trading volume are much higher than FTEC, which may appeal to investors seeking liquid...The Motley Fool
18 hours ago
3 Social Security Mistakes to Avoid in 2026
Key PointsDon't claim benefits early until you've done the math.Don't file for benefits without consulting your spouse.Don't wait too long to sign up if you don't have a work history of your own.The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › The nice thing about Social Securit...The Motley Fool
18 hours ago
A Once-in-a-Decade Investment Opportunity: 1 Vanguard Index Fund to Buy for the AI Boom
Key PointsU.S. electricity demand is forecast to grow at its fastest pace in decades as electrification, industrial reshoring, and artificial intelligence boost power demand.The utilities sector underperformed the S&P 500 during the past 20 years, but robust demand for electricity could lead to outp...The Motley Fool
19 hours ago
VOOG vs. MGK: Tech Exposure is Key
Key PointsBoth funds charge identical expense ratios, but Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF pays a slightly higher dividend yield.VOOG holds over three times as many stocks as MGK, resulting in broader sector diversification.MGK is more concentrated in technology, while VOOG spreads exposure across tech, ...The Motley Fool
19 hours ago
