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Nvidia stock's next move hinges on Q4 earnings, Blackwell ramp
Nvidia (NVDA) enters its Q4 earnings cycle in a unique position. The stock has spent the last year riding AI‘s “Hardware Wave,” but 2026 marks the beginning of the “Execution Era.” Investors are no longer just asking how many chips Nvidia can sell, but how fast those chips can deliver real-world profits to companies deploying…
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You Could Still Owe Social Security Benefit Taxes in 2026. Here's How to Plan for Them.
Sorting this out before you file your tax return will save you a big headache. There’s been a lot of confusing information going around about Social Security benefit taxes over the last year. The White House claimed that President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” eliminated it, fulfilling a key campaign promise to seniors. But diving deeper…
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Where Should You Invest in 2026? Top Mutual Fund Categories Based on Interest Rates & Market Risks
If you are a mutual fund investor in India, 2026 could turn out to be a year where fund category selection matters more than simply picking the best-performing scheme. After a few years of strong equity market performance, investors are now closely tracking interest rate movements, RBI policy decisions, global inflation trends, and FII/DII flows…
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Workplace plans shoulder growing burden as financial strain and coverage gaps persist
Employers remain the primary source of retirement and health benefits, but rising financial stress and uneven access are testing how well workplace plans support long-term security. For working Americans, the workplace remains the primary gateway to both retirement savings and health coverage. But even as employer plans retain their central role, financial strain and uneven…
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Better Buy: The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF or This Magnificent Alternative?
The right investment can help build life-changing wealth over time. The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO 0.08%) is a staple in many investors’ portfolios, and for good reason. The S&P 500 Index (^GSPC 0.06%) is a powerhouse wealth generator, earning total returns of nearly 695% over the past 20 years, as of this writing. But…
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Bank stock picks, crypto trajectory, dealmaking appetite, and more takes from top execs this week
This is The Takeaway from today’s Morning Brief, which you can sign up to receive in your inbox every morning along with: Always be on your toes when it comes to investing. I tell the Yahoo Finance team that every day is full of surprises. And I assure you, long-struggling Beyond Meat (BYND) taking aim…
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Warren Buffett’s 'golden formula' for raising kids: enough money to dream, not to stop trying
Warren Buffett, one of the world’s richest individuals, offered a rare glimpse into his views on parenting, wealth, and business strategy in a recent CNBC interview. The billionaire, whose net worth is estimated in the hundreds of billions, emphasized that the greatest challenge for wealthy parents is not how to pass on money, but how…
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Is It Time To Reduce Exposure To Apple Stock?
Our multi-factor evaluation indicates that it might be time to lessen exposure to AAPL stock. While Apple’s operating performance and financial health remain strong, the current valuation leaves little margin for error. At these levels, AAPL stock looks relatively expensive, suggesting risk is more skewed toward multiple compression than fundamental deterioration. Separately, see: Risks That…
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Investing $10,000 in Each of These 5 Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stocks Could Generate Over $3,700 in Passive Income in 2026
I have often wished the “easy button” featured in Staples’ commercials years ago was a real thing. It would make investing, well, easier. Unfortunately, there is no easy button in real life. However, if you’re an income investor, a strategy exists that comes close. Investing $10,000 in each of these five ultra-high-yield dividend stocks could…
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Institutional Funds Overview: What They Are and How They Work
Key Takeaways An institutional fund is a collective investment vehicle available only to large institutional investors like companies, charities, and governments. These funds require large minimum investments and tend to offer lower fees due to economies of scale. Institutional funds allow for investment in customized portfolios, including illiquid assets, potentially generating higher returns. Ethical constraints…