• Fri, May 2, 2025

by: Reuters

Fed Outlook in Focus as US Stocks Rally Picks up Steam

FILE PHOTO: A screen displays a trading chart on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City after the White House announced a 90-day pause & lowered 10% reciprocal tariff for other countries, U.S., April 9, 2025. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo

by: Forbes

Unlocking Wealth With SMAs Inside PPLI: Your Guide To Tax-Smart Investing

To supercharge your wealth while keeping Uncle Sam at bay, let's chat about separately managed accounts inside private placement life insurance.

by: WOPRAI

Short squeeze is starting in shares of NWBI at $12.62, after crossing above the $12.607 Trigger Price

by: Fortune

Stocks climb back to 'Liberation Day' levels after surprise jobs report

The U.S. added 177,000 jobs in April, reported the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That's more than the 135,000 that economists had estimated.

by: Investopedia

Markets News, May 2, 2025: Stocks Erase April's Losses on Strong Jobs Report, Hope for China Tariff Talks; S&P 500 Has Longest Winning Streak Since 2004

Stocks moved sharply higher Friday as investors reacted to strong monthly employment data and news that China is evaluating the possibility of trade talks with the U.S.

by: WOPRAI

Short squeeze is starting in shares of TURN at $4.16, after crossing above the $4.069 Trigger Price

by: Fortune

Exxon and Chevron hold the line against tariffs, OPEC, and plunging oil prices

Exxon Mobil and Chevron are pushing back on "shortsighted" investors and maintaining their growth plans even as they feud amongst themselves.

by: Fortune

In Wall Street's epic comeback, unsolved market mysteries abound

The financial ecosystem is flashing warning signs for the likes of hedge funds and day traders plunging back into risk.

by: WOPRAI

Short squeeze is starting in shares of SHBI at $14.455, after crossing above the $14.394 Trigger Price

by: WOPRAI

Short squeeze is starting in shares of QXO at $14.25, after crossing above the $14.088 Trigger Price

by: WOPRAI

Short squeeze is starting in shares of IONR at $3.727, after crossing above the $3.719 Trigger Price

by: WOPRAI

Short squeeze is starting in shares of CBU at $56.96, after crossing above the $56.78 Trigger Price

by: WOPRAI

Short squeeze is starting in shares of FXNC at $19.89, after crossing above the $19.819 Trigger Price

  • Sat, May 3, 2025

by: AOL

I'm curious about dividend investing - What age and allocations are others using?

Dividend investing may be more favored by older investors who value passive income over growth and capital appreciation. However, investing in dividend payers can be a wise move, regardless of one's age.

by: Newsweek

The 15 Best Dividend Stocks of May 2025: Increase Your Cash Flow With High-Yield Gains

Dividend investing allows individuals to generate steady cash flow from their investments. While extra cash is always welcome, some dividend stocks overdeliver and outperform the stock market.
  • Sun, May 4, 2025

by: KUTV

Best value ETFs: Top funds that hold bargain-priced stocks

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by: 24/7 Wall St

4 Stocks Paying 14% Ultra-High-Yield Monthly Dividends Deliver Huge Passive Income Streams

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by: The New York Times

How Warren Buffett Changed the Way Investors Think of Investing

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by: WTOP

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by: AOL

3 Monster Stocks to Hold for the Next 5 Years

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by: Reuters

Merck to invest $1 billion in new Delaware plant to boost US manufacturing

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by: Associated Press

New Zealand to invest in a new franchise in US-based Major League Cricket

New Zealand Cricket will invest in a new franchise that will join Major League Cricket in the United States from 2027.

by: NBC Chicago

Healthy Returns: Here are the drugmakers with new U.S. investments as Trump's pharma tariffs loom

Tariff threats are fueling a new wave of U.S. manufacturing investments from the pharmaceutical industry.

by: The Motley Fool

This Investing Strategy Is One of the Smartest Moves You Can Make If a Stock Market Crash or Recession Is Coming | The Motley Fool

by: Fortune

Stocks may snap longest winning streak in 20 years as futures dip while OPEC+ crushes oil prices

Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 121 points, or 0.29%. Futures for the S&P 500 lost 0.35%, and Nasdaq futures eased 0.33%.

by: Insider Monkey

Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN): Among Billionaire Chase Coleman's Stocks with Huge Upside Potential

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by: wjla

Going to cash? 5 things to consider before taking money out of the stock market

Going to cash requires careful consideration of investment goals, risk tolerance and tax implications.

by: Seeking Alpha

JEPI: Macroeconomic Volatility Could Help Performance In 2025

The JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF uses a covered call strategy, which produces income for shareholders. Read why I'm neutral on JEPI fund.

by: Fortune

Buffett explains why he prefers to invest in stocks instead of real estate

"There's just so much more opportunity, at least in the United States, that presents itself in the security market than in real estate."

by: Seeking Alpha

MidCap Financial: 11% Yield, 86% Payout Ratio, NAV Discount (Upgrade) (NASDAQ:MFIC)

MidCap Financial Investment is a solid choice for investors, with stable dividends and a discounted net asset value. Read my analysis of MFIC here.

by: The Motley Fool

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by: The Motley Fool

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by: Fortune

Warren Buffett has long warned others against picking stocks, but admits he invests in a 'very irregular manner'

"Put 10% of the cash in short-term government bonds and 90% in a very low-cost S&P 500 index fund," Buffett wrote in 2013.

by: Seeking Alpha

Airbus A321XLR Marks New Era For Long-Haul Flights And A Threat To Boeing (EADSF)

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by: Fortune

How the stock market made back all its losses after Trump escalated the trade war

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by: Seeking Alpha

Evolution: Why The Worst Might Be Behind Us (OTCMKTS:EVVTY)

Super-investor Kenneth Dart's aggressive buying during recent times underscores confidence in Evolution's future. Read why EVVTY stock offers attractive upside.

by: Seeking Alpha

What I Wish I Knew Before Investing In Dividend Growth Stocks

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by: Seeking Alpha

2 Of My Favorite Buy And Hold 'Forever' Stocks

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  • Mon, May 5, 2025

by: Mint

Growth vs value stocks: Best investment strategy for 2025?

Value and growth investing represent two distinct mindsets—one seeks bargains, the other chases momentum. Choosing the right strategy isn't about trends, but about temperament. Your long-term success depends on knowing which lens fits you best.

by: KCUR

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by: Business Today

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by: The Motley Fool

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by: Seeking Alpha

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by: Mint

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by: Seeking Alpha

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Amazon's Q1 2025 results highlight AWS's 17% YoY growth and 39% profit margins. Click here to find out why I reiterate AMZN stock as a strong buy.

by: Seeking Alpha

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by: Seeking Alpha

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Wizz Air's fleet growth is promising with 13 new A321neo airplanes, but 40 planes remain grounded, impacting capacity and growth. Read why WZZAF stock is a Buy.

Fed Outlook in Focus as US Stocks Rally Picks up Steam

FILE PHOTO: A screen displays a trading chart on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City after the White House announced a 90-day pause & lowered 10% reciprocal tariff for other countries, U.S., April 9, 2025. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo
U.S. stocks experienced a significant rally, with the S&P 500 gaining 1.9% and the Nasdaq 100 increasing by 2.9%, driven by optimism around potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts in 2024. This surge was fueled by a drop in Treasury yields following a report showing U.S. inflation cooling more than expected, with the consumer price index rising 3.1% year-over-year in November, down from 3.2% in October. Investors are now focusing on the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting, where policymakers are expected to maintain current interest rates but may signal future rate cuts, with markets pricing in a 40% chance of a cut as early as March 2024. The rally was broad-based, with sectors like technology and real estate leading the gains, while small-cap stocks also saw significant increases, reflecting a widespread belief in an impending shift towards a more accommodative monetary policy.

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