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Apr 22, 2026 by David Dierking

3 Reasons Why This Dividend ETF Keeps Attracting Smart Money

Investors stuck with the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF over the past few years. Their patience is being rewarded in 2026.

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Apr 22, 2026 by The Motley Fool Team

Stock Market Today (LIVE): Big Tech's Wild AI Week; All Eyes Turn to Tesla Earnings

Top insights from the latest market news from Wednesday, April 22, from The Motley Fool analysts on Team Rule Breakers and Team Hidden Gems.

Apr 22, 2026 by Robert Izquierdo

Better Dividend ETF: Schwab's SCHD vs. Vanguard's VIG

Explore how sector focus and dividend strategy set these two leading ETFs apart for investors seeking income and stability.

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Apr 22, 2026 by Geoffrey Seiler

How Geopolitical Tensions Could Impact Your Portfolio This Spring

The war with Iran could have a major lasting impact this spring.

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Apr 22, 2026 by Selena Maranjian

Fears of an AI Bubble Are Growing. Should SMH Investors Be Worried?

Things may not be as bad as you think.

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Apr 22, 2026 by TMF Breakfast News

Breakfast News: Markets Breathe Easy on Iran Truce

Iran conflict moves back from the brink, ISRG, EQT, and IBKR all post gains, and more...

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Apr 22, 2026 by David Dierking

Retirees: Here's Why I'd Own SCHD Over Bonds in a Volatile Market

With interest rate and inflation risks rising for bonds, it's time to consider switching to dividend stocks for income.

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Apr 22, 2026 by Katie Brockman

This Is Warren Buffett's Best Investing Advice, and It's More Important Than Ever Right Now

Here's how to protect your investments against market volatility.

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Apr 22, 2026 by Adam Levy

This ETF's Trouncing the S&P 500 by 10 Percentage Points in 2026, and It Can Keep Outperforming

A focus on a few simple criteria ensures a portfolio of high-quality value stocks that can outperform.

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Apr 22, 2026 by Trevor Jennewine

Should You Really Buy Stocks With the S&P 500 Near Its Record High? Historical Data Gives a Clear Answer.

Avoiding the stock market at all-time highs has historically been a mistake.

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Apr 22, 2026 by Sean Williams

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite Just Made History -- the Time to Be Fearful When Others Are Greedy Has Arrived

When things seem too good to be true for the stock market, they typically are.

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Apr 21, 2026 by Jeremy Bowman

Trump Just Extended the Iran Ceasefire. Here's What It Means for Investors

Investors got a dose of good news after hours, but concerns about the war could be fading.

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Apr 21, 2026 by Emma Newbery

Stock Market Today, April 21: Markets in Wait-and-See Mode as Hopes for New U.S.-Iran Peace Talks Fade

Waning peace-talk optimism rattled major U.S. benchmarks as UnitedHealth Group outperformed on strong earnings today, April 21, 2026.

Apr 21, 2026 by Josh Kohn-Lindquist

Vanguard (VXUS) vs. iShares (EEM): Which ETF Is Better For Investing in Stocks Outside the U.S.?

Explore how cost, yield, and sector focus set these global ETFs apart for investors seeking international exposure.

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Apr 21, 2026 by Todd Shriber

Small Caps, Big Possibilities With This Cheap Schwab ETF

With the Schwab International Small-Cap Equity ETF, investors need not fear international small caps. They can embrace this potent asset class.

Apr 21, 2026 by Anders Bylund

S&P 500 and Nasdaq Take a Breather as Apple Says Goodbye to Tim Cook

Why are the major indexes down on a quiet news day? Apple's leadership shakeup is doing most of the heavy lifting.

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Apr 21, 2026 by Keith Noonan

3 Company Earnings to Watch This Week (April 20-24)

Geopolitical and macroeconomic developments continue to move stocks, but the latest earnings season is now coming into focus.

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Apr 21, 2026 by Todd Shriber

Is the Vanguard Utilities ETF the Smartest Income Play Right Now?

Utilities stocks are catching an AI bid, and the Vanguard Utilities ETF is benefiting.

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Apr 21, 2026 by David Jagielski, CPA

Why May 15 Could Be a Huge Day for the Stock Market

Jerome Powell's term is set to expire in less than a month, and what happens at the Fed could have a significant impact on the markets.

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Apr 21, 2026 by David Jagielski, CPA

Silver Is Picking Up Steam. Is It Heading Back to $100?

The precious metal has been rising sharply in the past month.

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