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Dec 18, 2025 by Sean Williams

Prediction: Wall Street's Most Unique Member of the "Magnificent Seven" Will Become the Hottest Stock-Split Stock of 2026

Among Nvidia, Apple, Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Tesla, there's a differentiated company primed for a forward split in the new year.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Trevor Jennewine

Bitcoin Is Doing Something Last Seen in 2014. Wall Street Analysts Say This Will Happen in 2026.

A few Wall Street analysts expect Bitcoin to rocket to new highs in 2026, but history offers a more sobering outlook.

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Dec 18, 2025 by David Jagielski, CPA

Better Pharmaceutical Buy: Eli Lilly vs. Novo Nordisk

These two healthcare stocks have strong growth prospects, but they've been going in opposite directions.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Lawrence Rothman, CFA

A Look Back and Ahead at McDonald's Stock

What are the key issues facing McDonald's in 2026?

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Dec 18, 2025 by Trevor Jennewine

The Stock Market Sounds an Alarm as Investors Get Bad News About President Trump's Tariffs. History Says This May Happen in 2026.

The S&P 500 trades at one of its most expensive valuations in history, and the timing is especially bad because of economic headwinds created by tariffs.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Sean Williams

Prediction: Wall Street's Most Unique Member of the "Magnificent Seven" Will Become the Hottest Stock-Split Stock of 2026

Among Nvidia, Apple, Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Tesla, there's a differentiated company primed for a forward split in the new year.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Trevor Jennewine

Bitcoin Is Doing Something Last Seen in 2014. Wall Street Analysts Say This Will Happen in 2026.

A few Wall Street analysts expect Bitcoin to rocket to new highs in 2026, but history offers a more sobering outlook.

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Dec 18, 2025 by David Jagielski, CPA

Better Pharmaceutical Buy: Eli Lilly vs. Novo Nordisk

These two healthcare stocks have strong growth prospects, but they've been going in opposite directions.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Maurie Backman

The Hidden Drawback to Claiming Social Security at 70 Everyone Should Know About

It may not seem so obvious, but it should be on your radar.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Katie Brockman

If You'd Invested $100 in the Invesco Semiconductors ETF (PSI) 10 Years Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have Today

This investment has proven lucrative over the last decade.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Sean Williams

58% of Warren Buffett's $318 Billion Portfolio for 2026 Is Invested in These 4 Unstoppable Stocks

The soon-to-be-retiring Oracle of Omaha has set his trillion-dollar company up to enter 2026 with nearly $184 billion invested in four brand-name businesses.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Chris Neiger

Better EV Stock: Rivian vs. Tesla

Tesla's influence is waning at the same time that Rivian could expand its customer base with cheaper EVs.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Keith Speights

Should You Buy the 3 Highest-Paying Dividend Stocks in the S&P 500?

These dividend stocks' high yields could be tempting, but they come with catches.

Dec 18, 2025 by Robert Izquierdo

Is Immunovant Stock a Buy After Roivant Sciences Increased Its Stake by $350 Million?

Focused on monoclonal antibody therapies for autoimmune diseases, this biotech just reported a significant insider buy in public filings.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Matt DiLallo

Why Chevron Could Thrive If Energy Prices Stay Elevated Through 2030

Chevron is a well-oiled cash-producing machine.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Anders Bylund

Should You Forget Bitcoin and Buy MARA Holdings Instead?

Thinking about swapping Bitcoin for MARA Holdings after the recent sell-off? Here's what changed for miners and what matters most for investors now.

Dec 18, 2025 by Robert Izquierdo

Is Alpha Metallurgical Resources Stock a Buy After a Director Scoops Up Shares Worth $6.7 Million?

Alpha Metallurgical Resources, a major U.S. coal supplier, reported a significant insider buy following a year of share price declines.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Jeremy Bowman

What AI Bubble? This Chip Stock Just Said the AI Boom Is Alive and Well

The rumors of an AI bubble have been exaggerated, it seems.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Jeremy Bowman

2 ETFs That Are Good Bets To Beat the S&P 500 in 2026

The S&P 500 is a great long-term investment, but these look better next year.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Stefon Walters

5 Little-Known Social Security Rules All Married Retirees Should Know

Applying these rules to your situation could result in a higher benefit for some married retirees.

Dec 18, 2025 by Josh Kohn-Lindquist

IWN vs. IJJ: Which iShares Value-Focused ETF Reigns Supreme?

Explore how differences in holdings, sector focus, and fund structure can shape your approach to value investing.

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Dec 18, 2025 by Courtney Carlsen

3 Dividend Stocks to Hold for the Next 10 Years

If you're searching for passive income and stability, look no further than these three reliable dividend payers.

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Dec 18, 2025 by David Jagielski, CPA

Broadcom Has Beaten the Market for 6 Straight Years. Can It Continue to Outperform in 2026?

Shares of Broadcom have soared by more than 1,200% since 2019.

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