Despite concerns over bloated valuations, macroeconomic uncertainty, tariffs and geopolitical instability, the S&P 500 has rallied to new all-time highs in 2025. Unfortunately, there are plenty of stocks that have been left behind this year. Some of these underperforming stocks may be providing investors with an opportunity to buy the dip. Many, however, are simply struggling with stiff competition, broken…
The best cheap stocks belong to companies that are fundamentally strong but experiencing a brief, temporary setback, says Steven Conners, founder and president of Conners Wealth Management in Scottsdale, Arizona. What you want to avoid are cheap stocks that don’t have a “catalyst to improve their valuation.” The bottom line on low-priced stocks – like the five highlighted here –…
All Social Security beneficiaries will see a 2.8% increase in their benefit amount next year, but the most any retiree can receive monthly in 2026 is $5,251. That amount will go to those who retired in 2025 with the maximum possible benefit and who are now getting a cost-of-living adjustment. It isn’t easy to qualify for the maximum amount. You’ll need a…
The best long-term exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, are different from the quirky and often unknown funds that make headlines because of big short-term gains. Long-term investing is about diversification and the discipline to stick with it, regardless of the latest headlines. And the best long-term ETFs offer distinct yet complementary paths to building lasting wealth, across any market cycle. The following ETFs…
Investments that focus on planet-friendly solutions could be long-term opportunities for patient bargain hunters. Stock market investing has traditionally been about one kind of green, money, but it’s increasingly about another kind: the environment. Green stocks and funds offer the opportunity for people concerned about climate change and pollution to align their investment and environmental priorities. With that backdrop in mind,…
Although you may be used to cryptocurrency headlines being dominated by the likes of Bitcoin (BTC) and other speculative assets, stablecoins play an essential role in keeping the ecosystem afloat. They also carry plenty of benefits for investors. Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ether (ETH), stablecoins have their values pegged to external assets that exist outside of crypto. These pegs can…
Autonomous vehicle technology is generally considered a can’t-miss long-term investment. Several companies have already launched fully autonomous vehicle services for the public in a handful of cities in the U.S. and around the world. Investors who bet on early AV market leaders could be handsomely rewarded, but the technology is still far from perfect. Bank of America has listed AV…
Most exchange-traded funds (ETFs) pay some form of distribution, and that stems from their legal structure. As most ETFs are regulated investment companies, they are required to pay out a vast majority of taxable income to shareholders by year-end. Over time, annual payouts have become less common in ETFs as investors increasingly prefer more consistent income. Since the launch of…
Which exchange-traded funds have consistently beaten the stock market’s benchmark index and are still doing it in 2025? Not only have these stalwart ETFs outpaced the S&P 500 over the past decade, they’re also some of the best performers of the year so far. While there’s no guarantee that these funds will continue to win, especially given tech’s outsized influence…
Artificial intelligence has enhanced many industries, including health care, and health professionals now have access to a wider range of AI tools and additional data points on each patient. This information can help pinpoint conditions, help prevent diseases from spreading and aid in patient monitoring, as well as help manage prescriptions and tackle administrative tasks. AI will continue to enhance…