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Jan 27, 2026 by Neha Chamaria
The Best Index Funds to Buy: Low Cost IVV or Higher Yield DIA?
Weighing cost, diversification, and sector focus, IVV and DIA take distinct approaches to building a core U.S. equity portfolio.
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Jan 27, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz
I predicted a 10% Market Correction in 2025. Here's Why Another Is on the Way in 2026.
The S&P 500 fell nearly 20% last April, largely over worries about President Donald Trump's surprising tariff announcements.
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Jan 27, 2026 by Matt Frankel, CFP and Tyler Crowe
1 Investing Rule I Never Break
Here's what two of our analysts have learned from their own investing experience.
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Jan 27, 2026 by Selena Maranjian
Why I Am Buying the Schwab International Equity ETF (SCHF) and Never Looking Back
If you're worried about U.S. stocks, you might want to load up on some international ones. This ETF makes that easy to do.
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Jan 27, 2026 by Matt Frankel, CFP
Investors Are Flocking to This ETF. It Could Outperform the S&P 500 for Years.
There's one sector-specific ETF that has seen a lot of investor attention recently.
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Jan 27, 2026 by TMF Breakfast News
Breakfast News: Meta's Mega New Revenue Stream?
Meta pushes to monetize AI, Salesforce gets multi-billion government contract, and more...
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Jan 27, 2026 by Will Ebiefung
Silver Soared 144% in 2025. History Says It Could Crash in 2026.
What comes next for the precious metal?
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Jan 27, 2026 by Ben Gran
Afraid of an AI Crash? These 3 Safer Plays Could Protect Your Portfolio.
What if the AI bubble bursts in 2026? Here's how you can invest in a safer way in case AI stocks crash.
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Jan 27, 2026 by David Dierking
Is a Turning Point Coming for the S&P 500 in 2026? Here's What History Says.
Wall Street has experienced a rare but not unprecedented bull market during the past three years. Here's what history can teach us about what to expect.
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Jan 27, 2026 by William Dahl
Warren Buffett Once Called These Stocks' Dividend Growth "as Certain as Birthdays." Here's How They're Doing.
Buffett pointed to these two stocks as examples of the key to Berkshire Hathaway's success.
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Jan 27, 2026 by Neil Patel
1 AI ETF to Buy With $1,000 and Hold Forever
Betting on ongoing advancements within the world of technology is a smart way to invest.
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Jan 26, 2026 by Jeremy Bowman
Prediction: The Russell 2000 Will Beat the S&P 500 This Year. Here's How To Take Advantage.
After years of underperformance, small caps are off to a strong start in 2026.
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Jan 26, 2026 by Eric Trie
Bitcoin vs. Ethereum ETFs: Price Upside or Network Growth
Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund and iShares Ethereum Trust ETF charge the same fee and offer single-asset crypto exposure, but they are built to benefit from different market dynamics. This comparison explains why that matters for investors focused on long-term upside.
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Jan 26, 2026 by Eric Trie
Treasuries or Munis: VGIT vs. MUB for Conservative Portfolios
In conservative portfolios, the real bond decision is not yield, but what holds up when markets change. This article compares the Vanguard Intermediate-Term Treasury ETF and the iShares National Muni Bond ETF, and the trade-off between Treasury rates and tax-exempt municipal income.
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Jan 26, 2026 by Howard Smith
Stock Market Today, Jan. 26: Rising AI Competition, Ad-Tech Concerns, and the Fed Watch Are in Focus
Ad-tech investors reassessed The Trade Desk's moat today, Jan. 26, 2026, as the company announced an unexpected C-Suite change.
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Jan 26, 2026 by Neil Patel
The Stock Market Is Flashing a Clear Warning to Investors: Here's What History Says Could Happen in 2026 and Beyond
After a huge 337% total return over the past decade, it's time to take a fresh look at the S&P 500's prospects.
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Jan 26, 2026 by Adé Hennis
IWO vs. VONG: How Does A Small Cap Growth Compare Against A Large Cap Growth Fund
These two ETFs cover different Russell Growth Indexes, with different focuses. Here's what they can offer for someone's portfolio.
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Jan 26, 2026 by Adé Hennis
IWO vs. VUG: Comparing Growth ETFs With Different Focuses
Explore how IWO’s small-cap diversity and sector mix set it apart from VUG’s concentrated large-cap approach.
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Jan 26, 2026 by Adé Hennis
IWM vs. QQQ: The Small-Cap Star ETF Against the Large Growth Fund
They're two of the oldest ETFs on the market, tracking two of the most well-known indexes. How does IWM match up against QQQ?
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Jan 26, 2026 by Adé Hennis
How Does This Eco-Friendly ETF Match Up Against This International Fund?
Both NZAC and EEM offer exposure to international stocks, but each ETF takes a completely different approach to compiling its respective holdings.
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