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Mar 26, 2026 by Johnny Rice

One of Wall Street's Largest Banks Just Downgraded U.S. Stocks. Here Are 3 Reasons Why.

After decades of dominance, U.S. stocks may be losing their structural edge.

Mar 26, 2026 by Matthew Benjamin

How Close Is the Stock Market to a Correction?

The S&P 500 is nearing correction territory.

Mar 26, 2026 by Jake Lerch

Total Stock Market ETFs: SCHB and VTI Offer Nearly Identical Market Exposure

Explore how subtle differences in holdings and structure could influence your choice between these two leading broad-market ETFs.

Mar 26, 2026 by The Motley Fool Team, Tim Beyers, Karl Thiel, Seth Jayson, Emily Flippen, CFA, and Sanmeet Deo, CFA

Stock Market Today (LIVE): Netflix Charges More, Bets Bigger; AI's Next Leap -- Efficiency

Top insights from the latest market news from Thursday, March 26, from The Motley Fool analysts on Team Rule Breakers and Team Hidden Gems.

Mar 26, 2026 by Jake Lerch

Emerging Markets ETFs: EEM Boasts Higher Returns, SCHE Has Lower Fees

Explore how differences in cost, diversification, and sector exposure shape the risk and reward profiles of these emerging market ETFs.

Mar 26, 2026 by John Ballard

FSTA vs. FTXG: Which Consumer Staples ETF Is the Better Buy?

Expense structure, portfolio breadth, and sector focus set these two consumer staples ETFs apart for investors seeking defensive exposure.

Mar 26, 2026 by Motley Fool Staff

The Best Places to Retire

The No. 1 investing goal of most Americans is retirement, and a key determinant of happiness in retirement is where you live.

Two investors smile as they look at a tablet.

Mar 26, 2026 by Daniel Foelber

These 3 High-Yield Dividend ETFs Are Crushing the S&P 500. Here's the Best Buy for April.

Investors are turning to dividend-paying value stocks amid market volatility.

Mar 26, 2026 by Matt Frankel, CFP

The Biggest Investing Mistakes I See as a CFP® (And How to Avoid Them)

Many people make these costly mistakes, but you don't have to.

Mar 26, 2026 by TMF Breakfast News

Breakfast News: Landmark Case Puts Tech on Notice

META and GOOG lose key lawsuit, memory stocks fall on tech breakthrough, and more...

Mar 26, 2026 by Adria Cimino

The Stock Market Flashed a Warning Sign for the First Time Since the Dot-Com Bubble. History Offers a Remarkably Clear Idea of What's Next for the S&P 500.

History may provide clues about future market behavior.

Mar 26, 2026 by Katie Brockman

This Is Warren Buffett's Golden Advice About Investing During a Recession

If you're nervous about a potential recession, Buffett's advice is key right now.

Mar 25, 2026 by Katie Brockman

IWO vs. MGK: Is Small-Cap Growth or Mega-Cap Tech the Better Choice for Investors?

From sector focus to risk profiles, these two growth ETFs present sharply different paths for investors seeking portfolio diversification.

Mar 25, 2026 by Katie Brockman

MGK Offers Focused Growth While VOOG Provides Broader Diversification: Which Is the Right ETF for You?

Expense ratios, sector tilts, and portfolio concentration set these two growth ETFs apart.

Mar 25, 2026 by Emma Newbery

Stock Market Today, March 25: Chip Optimism Boosts Tech Stocks and Markets Rebound on Ceasefire Reports

AI‑hardware standouts and easing oil prices drove markets higher today, March 25, 2026.

Mar 25, 2026 by John Ballard

The Battle of the Gold ETFs: Is AAAU Better Than GLD?

Expense ratios and trading liquidity set these gold ETFs apart—see how each factor could impact your portfolio strategy.

Mar 25, 2026 by John Ballard

SIL vs. SLVP: Which Silver ETF Should You Buy?

Explore how differences in fees, scale, and portfolio makeup set these two silver miner ETFs apart for investors seeking tailored exposure.

Mar 25, 2026 by Katie Brockman

VTI vs. VTV: Is Broad Market Diversification or Value Investing the Better Buy Right Now?

Explore how VTV’s value focus and higher yield stack up against VTI’s tech-heavy, full-market approach.

Mar 25, 2026 by Dave Kovaleski

Is the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF a Buy Now?

This ETF has struggled so far this year.

Mar 25, 2026 by Jake Lerch

SCHB vs. VTV: SCHB Targets Broad Market Reach, While VTV Focuses on Value

Explore how each ETF’s unique sector focus and risk profile could align with different investment priorities and market outlooks.

Articles — Page 45

One of Wall Street's Largest Banks Just Downgraded U.S. Stocks. Here Are 3 Reasons Why.

How Close Is the Stock Market to a Correction?

Total Stock Market ETFs: SCHB and VTI Offer Nearly Identical Market Exposure

Stock Market Today (LIVE): Netflix Charges More, Bets Bigger; AI's Next Leap -- Efficiency

Emerging Markets ETFs: EEM Boasts Higher Returns, SCHE Has Lower Fees

FSTA vs. FTXG: Which Consumer Staples ETF Is the Better Buy?

The Best Places to Retire

These 3 High-Yield Dividend ETFs Are Crushing the S&P 500. Here's the Best Buy for April.

The Biggest Investing Mistakes I See as a CFP® (And How to Avoid Them)

Breakfast News: Landmark Case Puts Tech on Notice

The Stock Market Flashed a Warning Sign for the First Time Since the Dot-Com Bubble. History Offers a Remarkably Clear Idea of What's Next for the S&P 500.

This Is Warren Buffett's Golden Advice About Investing During a Recession

IWO vs. MGK: Is Small-Cap Growth or Mega-Cap Tech the Better Choice for Investors?

MGK Offers Focused Growth While VOOG Provides Broader Diversification: Which Is the Right ETF for You?

Stock Market Today, March 25: Chip Optimism Boosts Tech Stocks and Markets Rebound on Ceasefire Reports

The Battle of the Gold ETFs: Is AAAU Better Than GLD?

SIL vs. SLVP: Which Silver ETF Should You Buy?

VTI vs. VTV: Is Broad Market Diversification or Value Investing the Better Buy Right Now?

Is the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF a Buy Now?

SCHB vs. VTV: SCHB Targets Broad Market Reach, While VTV Focuses on Value

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