Market Trends & News in the Stock Market

Feb 27, 2026 by Emma Newbery

Stock Market Today, Feb. 27: Inflation and AI Fears Lead to February Slump

Hotter-than-expected inflation data, continued AI jitters, and potential private credit contagion rattle markets, today, Feb. 27, 2026.

Feb 27, 2026 by Selena Maranjian

For Long-Term Growth, Buy These 3,511 Stocks Now

Sometimes, instead of seeking needles in haystacks, it's best to just buy the haystack.

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Feb 27, 2026 by Todd Shriber

This Gold ETF Is Outshining Its Peers in 2026

This ETF touches two corners of the gold market, and that approach is rewarding investors.

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Feb 27, 2026 by Anders Bylund

Why the Dow Is Holding Up Better Than the Nasdaq and S&P 500 Today

All three major indexes are falling today, but not equally. Here's why the Dow is holding up better than its peers.

Feb 27, 2026 by David Dierking

Is the Vanguard 500 ETF a Buy Now?

The composition of S&P 500 gains in 2026 looks much different than it has in the past. That could be a good thing for the index.

Feb 27, 2026 by Chris Neiger

The Best S&P 500 ETF to Invest $500 in Right Now

There are some very good reasons why this Vanguard fund is so popular.

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Feb 27, 2026 by Reuben Gregg Brewer

GLD Offers a Smoother Ride Than SLV Over 10 Years

SPDR Gold Shares has a less volatile history than the iShares Silver Trust, making it a more attractive safe-haven investment.

Feb 27, 2026 by John Ballard

BlueStem Sells $4 Million of TCW Flexible Income ETF

FLXR offers a globally diversified, actively managed fixed income portfolio with a flexible mandate and a 5.6% dividend yield.

Feb 27, 2026 by TMF Breakfast News

Breakfast News: Investors Cheer Netflix's 'Loss'

Paramount beats Netflix in Warner bidding, Nvidia and Nasdaq fall on AI fears, and more...

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Feb 27, 2026 by James Brumley

Do Leveraged ETFs Belong in a Long-Term Investment Portfolio?

Most investors end up less than happy with their decision to utilize them.

Feb 26, 2026 by Adria Cimino

Worried About a Decline in Stocks? This Magnificent Index Fund Could Turn $300 Per Month into $1 Million.

This fund offers you instant diversification.

Feb 26, 2026 by Emma Newbery

Stock Market Today, Feb. 26: Nasdaq and S&P 500 Stumble on Fading Nvidia Optimism

On Feb. 26, 2026, Nvidia fell by over 5% despite strong earnings the previous day. The drop weighed tech-heavy U.S. benchmarks.

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Feb 26, 2026 by Anders Bylund

Why The Dow Is Beating The NASDAQ And S&P 500 Today

The Nasdaq dropped nearly 2% today. One chipmaker's earnings report set the tone for the whole market.

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Feb 26, 2026 by Daniel Foelber

Every "Magnificent Seven" Stock Is Underperforming the S&P 500 in 2026. Here's One to Buy and One to Avoid.

Growth stocks are under pressure as investors question the payoff of aggressive spending plans.

Feb 26, 2026 by John Bromels

Why Trump's State of the Union Address Has Markets Soaring

No news was good news for the stock market during earnings season.

Feb 26, 2026 by Katie Brockman

Want a $2 Million Investment Portfolio While Barely Lifting a Finger? Here's What You'd Need to Invest Each Month.

The right strategy can help you generate life-changing wealth.

Feb 26, 2026 by David Dierking

5 Simple ETFs to Buy With $1,000 and Hold for a Lifetime

Investing doesn't have to be complicated. Find a few quality, low-cost, diversified ETFs and you can set yourself up for life.

Feb 26, 2026 by John Ballard

Rockport Wealth Buys $9 Million of AIRR

The First Trust RBA American Industrial Renaissance ETF targets small and mid-cap U.S. industrial and community banking companies.