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Apr 23, 2026 by Stefon Walters

The Most Misunderstood Vanguard ETF That Smart Investors Should Consider

It can play a valuable role in most investors' portfolios.

Apr 23, 2026 by Sarah Sidlow

International ETFs: IEFA vs. SCHE

Compare how IEFA’s broader developed market exposure and higher yield stack up against SCHE’s emerging markets focus and tech tilt.

Apr 23, 2026 by Robert Izquierdo

Which Is the Better International ETF, iShares' IEFA or State Street's SPGM?

Explore how these two low-cost ETFs differ in market focus, yield, and sector exposure — key factors for portfolio strategy.

Apr 23, 2026 by The Motley Fool Team, Andy Cross, Seth Jayson, Thomas King, CFA, and Sanmeet Deo, CFA

Stock Market Today (LIVE): Lockheed Drops 5%; IBM, Tesla, and Microsoft Down. Why?

Top insights from the latest market news from Thursday, April 23, from The Motley Fool analysts on Team Rule Breakers and Team Hidden Gems.

Apr 23, 2026 by Robert Izquierdo

Which Is the Better Vanguard ETF, VYM or VIG?

Explore how differences in sector focus and diversification shape the risk and income profiles of these two popular Vanguard ETFs.

Apr 23, 2026 by Matt DiLallo

Why I Just Backed Up the Truck and Loaded Up on This Top ETF

I just bought a bunch more shares of the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF.

Apr 23, 2026 by John Bromels

A Trump Bull Market Correction May Be Coming. Here's What 150 Years of Data Says.

One of history's most reliable stock market indicators is flashing red.

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Apr 23, 2026 by Katie Brockman

Why the Fed's Next Move Could Be the Most Important Catalyst for Stocks This Spring

All eyes are on interest rates as the war in Iran complicates the Federal Reserve's strategy.

Apr 23, 2026 by TMF Breakfast News

Breakfast News: IBM Hit by Inflation's Long Shadow

IBM warns of potential consumer slowdown, Microsoft targets AI push in Australia, and more...

Apr 23, 2026 by David Dierking

What the S&P 500's Rocky Start to 2026 Actually Means for Your Portfolio

The S&P 500 has already seen a 8% decline and full recovery this year. Two things can keep driving stock prices higher in 2026.

Apr 23, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz

President Donald Trump's Right-Hand Man at the Federal Reserve Is Reconsidering His Interest-Rate Outlook. Are Rate Cuts Off the Table in 2026?

Last year, Trump appointed Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors.

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Apr 23, 2026 by Sean Williams

The S&P 500 Just Did Something That's Historically Resulted in the Benchmark Index Doubling Over 5 Years

There might not be a more bullish signal on Wall Street for long-term investors than this.

Apr 22, 2026 by Seena Hassouna

Choosing Between VXUS and IEFA Comes Down to One Question

Explore how these two global ETFs differ in market reach, sector focus, and income potential for international portfolios.

Apr 22, 2026 by Josh Kohn-Lindquist

Stock Market Today, April 22: Alphabet Helps Lead U.S. Markets Higher After Unveiling New AI Chips and Partnerships

On April 22, 2026, Alphabet’s fresh AI hardware and alliances helped power a broad tech-led rebound across major U.S. stock benchmarks.

Apr 22, 2026 by Jeremy Bowman

Oil Prices and the S&P 500 Are Both Moving Higher. Here's What It Means for Investors

The inverse relationship between oil prices and stock prices broke today.

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Apr 22, 2026 by Dave Kovaleski

Why VSS Could Be the Most Overlooked Long-Term Diversifier in International Investing

This small-cap international ETF has been a stellar performer.

Apr 22, 2026 by Geoffrey Seiler

2 Stocks That Quietly Built Long‑Term Catalysts While Markets Rode Out the Iran War Shock

Amazon and Alphabet have quietly been building long-term catalysts.

Apr 22, 2026 by David Dierking

This Vanguard ETF Is the Closest Thing to "Owning the World" for Under $200

As international investing becomes more attractive, the Vanguard Total World Stock ETF (VT) becomes one of the best and cheapest all-in-one equity funds.

Apr 22, 2026 by Anders Bylund

Market Indexes Edge Higher Wednesday Despite Strait of Hormuz Escalation

Stocks, gold, oil, and Bitcoin are all rising together. So why is almost nobody trading?

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Apr 22, 2026 by Neil Patel

5 Things Every Investor Should Know About This Market Before Buying Anything

Learning the key variables that impact today's market environment is more important than ever before.