Market Trends

Top insights from the latest market news from Tuesday, May 5, from The Motley Fool analysts on Team Rule Breakers and Team Hidden Gems.

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The Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG) is one of the premier dividend growth ETFs out there. But it's the fund's tech allocation that makes it compelling right now.

Does the market really perform poorly at this time of year?

Things continue to look dicey for the U.S. economy and stock market.

There's good news and bad news for investors, according to history.

From holdings to payout, these two small-cap value ETFs take distinct approaches to cost, diversification, and recent performance.

Compare how these two low-cost ETFs differ in market coverage, portfolio concentration, and income potential for global investors.

Expense ratios, drawdowns, and dividend yields reveal key differences between these small-cap value ETFs—see how each fund stacks up for portfolio fit.

Buffett is no longer the Berkshire Hathaway CEO, but he remains involved in the investing process.

Markets dipped, and oil surged on reports of escalating tensions in the Middle East, and crypto stocks got a boost from Washington, today, May 4, 2026.

Concerns about the Federal Reserve's independence and strategy is likely to result in investors loading up on silver again.

The stock market has been picking up steam in recent weeks, and that trend could continue as the year goes on.

Stock market indicators rarely get this extreme.

The market has been bullish on tech stocks recently, and buying into the rally could add significant risk to your portfolio.

Most investors are comfortable buying the S&P 500 when the markets are heading higher. Buying when it's falling is where the real money can be made.

Markets started quiet but turned rocky by midday. Here's what's moving the Dow, Nasdaq-100, and S&P 500 this afternoon.

Earnings season is in full swing, and these companies will provide clear insight into the future of AI.

How much longer can stocks trade near record highs?

On May 4, 2026, oil’s jump past $100 on U.S.-Iran tensions jolted major U.S. indexes while potential regulatory progress boosted crypto stocks.