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There are four things you should do today before the market starts falling.
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Would Trump's Proposed Diesel Export Ban Reduce U.S. Energy Prices? Actually, It Might Backfire. Here's Why.
Trump might not follow through on an export ban, but if he does, it could cause more harm than good for Americans -- and energy stocks might suffer, too.
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SCHD Is Brilliant. Here's Why I Think This Dividend ETF Is Even Better.
These funds have different approaches for investing in dividend stocks.
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VOO vs. VTI: Which Vanguard ETF Is More Likely to Make You a Millionaire?
Both of these funds have been winners in recent years.
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It's rarely too late to improve your future financial security.
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An increasing number of headwinds could make the S&P 500 vulnerable to a steep correction.
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VGT vs. QQQ: Where Should You Invest $1,000 Right Now for Maximum Long-Term Growth?
One may have higher upside, but the downside is also much higher.
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Vanguard's lower 0.04% expense ratio and 589-stock portfolio offer broader diversification, while Schwab's 3.1% yield appeals to income-focused investors.
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Sep 25, 2026 by Neil Rozenbaum
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A hot inflation report usually spells trouble for stocks, but the market's reaction told a very different story.
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Sep 25, 2026 by Katie Brockman
The Stock Market Is Triggering a Warning Seen Only Once Before, and Warren Buffett Has a Stark Warning for Investors
Investors may want to start preparing their portfolios for volatility.
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