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Apr 16, 2026 by Emma Newbery

Stock Market Today, April 16: Markets Nudge Upwards, Setting New Records

Cautious optimism continued to drive stocks as earnings and jobless claims show resilience, today, April 16, 2026.

Apr 16, 2026 by David Dierking

Got $5,000? Here Is Why VOO's Iran War Recovery Makes the Case for Long-Term Index Investing Stronger Than Ever

This year's war-driven market volatility may be scary for investors. But it provides an excellent argument for a buy-and-hold investing strategy.

Apr 16, 2026 by Todd Shriber

The iShares South Korea ETF Surged Over 8% on Ceasefire Day After Steep Losses During the Iran Conflict. Does EWY Belong in Your Portfolio?

The iShares MSCI South Korea ETF got a boost from hopes of a ceasefire in Iran, but there's more to the story.

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Apr 16, 2026 by David Dierking

The Dow Fell Into Correction Territory During the Iran Conflict. It Has Already Bounced Back. Here Is the Pattern Long-Term Investors Should Memorize.

The path of stock prices has been incredibly consistent during geopolitical shocks over the course of history. The Iran war is proving to be no different.

Apr 16, 2026 by Adam Spatacco

The S&P 500 Slid by Nearly 9% at One Point During the Iran Conflict. Here Is the Historical Case for Why Staying Invested Through Volatility Like This Has Always Paid Off.

The broader U.S. market has experienced some noteworthy ups and downs in the past couple of months.

Apr 16, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz

Investors Are Walking on Eggshells These Days. Yet the S&P 500 Index Is on the Cusp of Doing Something Extraordinary for Only the 4th Time in 20 Years.

Many investors are concerned that the market is due for a more prolonged sell-off.

Apr 16, 2026 by Ben Gran

SSO vs. SPYM: Which Is the Best Way to Buy the S&P 500?

Doubling the daily return of the S&P 500 might sound tempting -- but it's not the right move for most investors.

Apr 16, 2026 by Jeremy Bowman

The Fed Has a Warning About the Iran War. Is Wall Street Listening?

The war in Iran may have killed investor hopes for interest rate cuts this year.

Apr 16, 2026 by Motley Fool YouTube

Texas Instruments Shows How Dividend Growth Can Help Investors Recover Faster After Big Stock Declines

Learn how dividends and business quality can speed recovery after big stock price drops.

Apr 16, 2026 by David Dierking

Where Will QQQ Be in 12 Months? Wall Street Analysts Have a Clear Answer.

The Invesco QQQ Trust ETF has generated big returns over the past several years. The good times might not be over yet.

Apr 16, 2026 by Robert Izquierdo

What Is the Better ETF Investment, the S&P 500 Index or Gold?

Explore how these two flagship ETFs differ in volatility, yield, and sector exposure, revealing distinct roles in diversified portfolios.

Apr 16, 2026 by David Dierking

European Markets Surged 3.9% on Ceasefire News. Does That Move Reflect a Genuine Recovery or a Short-Term Unwind?

After dropping 12% earlier this year, European stocks have recaptured almost all of the losses. But is it sustainable or even justified?

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Apr 16, 2026 by Anthony Di Pizio

The S&P 500 Just Shrugged Off the Iran War and Hit a New Record High. But Are Investors Too Bullish?

Investors who bought the recent stock market dip have been handsomely rewarded.

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Apr 16, 2026 by The Motley Fool Team and Seth Jayson

Stock Market Today (LIVE): Abbott (-5%) Catches a Flu-Season Miss; Schwab Down 10% Despite Record Revenue

Top insights from the latest market news from Thursday, April 16, from The Motley Fool analysts on Team Rule Breakers and Team Hidden Gems.

Apr 16, 2026 by Chris Neiger

1 Vanguard ETF I'm Telling My Kids to Buy and Hold

Not everyone wants to dig into a company's financials. This fund is for those investors.

Apr 16, 2026 by TMF Breakfast News

Breakfast News: TSM Cashes In On The AI Frenzy

Taiwan Semi reports strong quarterly results, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit fresh records, and more...

Apr 16, 2026 by Katie Brockman

How Long Does the Average Bull Market Last? Here's What History Says.

If this bull market ends up in line with the average, a downturn could be around the corner.

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Apr 16, 2026 by Sean Williams

A Voting Member of the FOMC Just Said the Quiet Part Out Loud -- and It Should Terrify Wall Street

The president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland just gave a chilling assessment of the central bank's dual mandate.

Apr 16, 2026 by Trevor Jennewine

Billionaire Investor Ken Griffin Warns of Recession. Will the Stock Market Crash If He's Right?

The S&P 500 currently sits near its record high despite elevated oil prices, but history says the index would fall sharply during a recession.

Apr 15, 2026 by Jeremy Bowman

Stocks Are Soaring. Is Wall Street Underestimating the Iran Energy Shock?

Energy prices could remain elevated well beyond the end of the war.

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