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Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF (VOOG) vs. iShares Russell 2000 Growth ETF (IWO): Which ETF Is the Better Buy for Investors? VOOG targets large-cap tech giants, while IWO offers broader exposure to over 1,000 small-cap stocks. Here's how the two stack up.
Salesforce vs. ServiceNow: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026? Salesforce offers a more attractive valuation and proven cash generation. ServiceNow offers faster growth and a more defensible market position.
Wall Street Thinks Rocket Lab Is a Buy. Here's Why I'm Not So Sure. While the growth trajectory is appealing, Rocket Lab's path to profitability is lengthening.
If a Stock Market Crash Happens, History Says This Is How Long It Could Take Investors to Recover Stock market crashes of 30% or more have taken anywhere from six months to 7.5 years to fully recover since 1957.
The Nasdaq Set a Record and the Dow Lost 270 Points on the Same Morning The Nasdaq set a record on Tuesday morning while the Dow dropped 270 points. Neither move had much news behind it.
Why Shopify Stock Rocketed Higher Today The e-commerce tools provider is leaning into AI agent shopping.
Is Palantir a Millionaire-Maker Stock? The AI-driven data aggregation company still has a bright future.
3 High-Yielding Dividend Stocks That Are No-Brainer Buys for Retirees and Risk-Averse Investors These quality, low-volatility stocks yield between 2.4% and 3.1%, and have been raising their payouts for decades.
Redwire vs. Rocket Lab: Which Space Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026? Rocket Lab commands a premium valuation that reflects investor confidence in its commercial momentum. Redwire is cheaper, improving fast, and often overlooked.
Stock Market Midday, Sept. 22: Means Markets Muted Despite Tech Gains as Geopolitics Dominates Investors watch for developments in the Middle East as rally slows on further oil uncertainty, today, Sept. 22, 2026.
Where Will SentinelOne (S) Stock Be in 3 Years? The AI-powered cybersecurity company's hypergrowth days are over.
Uber Technologies vs. DoorDash: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026? One platform spans ridesharing, delivery, and freight across dozens of countries. The other dominates food delivery in the U.S. and is expanding internationally.
Why Brinker International Stock Jumped Today Shares of the Chili's parent gained on an analyst upgrade.
The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF Is Near Its All-Time High: Is It Still a Good Buy? Dividend stocks have been hot buys this year, and the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF has risen by 22%, outperforming the broader markets.
Should Dividend Investors Buy Pfizer Stock for Its High Yield or Invest in Eli Lilly for Its Dividend Growth? When investing in a dividend stock, it's important to consider not just the yield, but also the potential for dividend growth and overall risk.
Down 47%, Is This a Generational Buying Opportunity to Load Up on Dutch Bros Stock? The fast-growing beverage chain has seen its stock cut in half. The upside is there for the sipping.
Why Quest Diagnostics Holdings Stock Dropped Today The government thinks it's been overpaying Quest Diagnostics. They plan to stop doing that next year.
Great News for RTX Investors (Hint: It Relates to Its Record $289 Billion Backlog) There's a strong possibility the defense and aerospace giant's backlog will grow even more in the near future.
Canada’s Next Investment Boom Could Be Worth $1 Trillion: I’d Buy This Stock Now Canada keeps announcing mega-projects, and Finning could benefit if Carney’s $1 trillion push turns into real construction.
Why Labcorp Holdings Stock Dropped Today The government thinks it's been overpaying Labcorp. They plan to stop doing that next year.
Time to Sound the Alarm on QuantumScape? The solid-state battery maker still hasn't commercialized any of its products yet.
CrowdStrike vs. Palantir Technologies: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026? Palantir trades at a lower earnings multiple despite higher revenue valuation, while CrowdStrike battles reputational headwinds and profitability challenges.
Prediction: Here's What a $5,000 Investment in Palantir Today Could Be Worth by 2031 Palantir's stock isn't cheap, but if its AI software becomes critical infrastructure for governments and businesses, a $5,000 investment today could look very different five years from now.
Why Teekay Tankers Stock Dropped Today Rumors the Strait of Hormuz might reopen in a week are driving tanker stocks lower.
SpaceX's AI Business Is Booming. Here's How Much Analysts Expect It to Generate by 2030 Artificial intelligence (AI) is the fastest-growing area of SpaceX's business, and it may not be too long before it becomes its largest segment.
Why DHT Holdings Stock Dropped Today Rumors that the Strait of Hormuz might reopen in seven days are driving tanker stocks lower.
Why On Holding Stock Popped Today On Holding shared its approach to continue to transform the concept of a sportswear brand.
Should You Buy Moderna Stock? Why Many Wall Street Analysts Say "No." Following last month's super rally, a growing number of analysts are now calling for caution.
Why Scorpio Tankers Stock Dropped Today Rumors that the Strait of Hormuz might reopen in a week are driving tanker stocks lower.
These 2 Companies Are Quietly Powering the AI Boom. No, It's Not Nvidia or Palantir. The AI boom may be creating a new group of winners -- and they don't make AI chips or software.
AI's Physical Bottleneck Isn't Chips. It's These Contractors. AI chips get the attention, but these three contractors sit at the physical bottleneck. See how their backlogs, growth, margins, and risk compare as data center spending accelerates.
AMD Just Crossed $1 Trillion. Is it Still Worth Buying Now? The chipmaker has come a long way from being a distant second to Nvidia.
The 'Slow Down AI' Movement Could Actually Be Bullish for These Stocks Everyone thinks a slowdown of the AI buildout is bearish. Here's why it might not be.
Want Monthly Cash Flow? This 4.2% Dividend Stock Delivers A residential landlord with an flawless distribution record is a reliable source of monthly passive income.
3 Reasons to Buy Disney Stock in the Fall The House of Mouse is cheaper than it's been in a long time, and that's just one reason that Disney is a good buy this season.
Insider Buying: Executive Doubles Down, Buys Nearly 6,000 Shares Schrenk's discretionary open-market purchase expands his direct stake by 3% following a 147% one-year stock rally. His total beneficial ownership now stands at approximately 216,995 shares.
Prediction: This Dividend Growth ETF Will Outperform SCHD Over the Next Decade. Here's Why. The iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF's tech exposure is one reason the fund can continue to outpace its Schwab rival.
Canada Investment Summit: The Sectors Poised to Attract Foreign Capital Ottawa's investment summit named nuclear, AI, and defence as priorities. Here are three top TSX stocks positioned to benefit.
1 Red Flag Apple Investors Can't Afford to Ignore Apple isn't a cheap stock, and it could hurt future returns.
Energy Stock CEO Waves Goodbye to Nearly 12,000 Shares Valued at $1.8 Million Disposition was non-discretionary, executed to cover tax withholding from vesting restricted shares. Executive retains direct holdings of 230,542 shares worth $35.4 million.
The Fed Just Raised Rates. Here Are 3 Dividend Stocks I'm Buying Anyway. Rising rates aren't great for dividend stocks in the short term, but I'm still buying these three.
The Fed Just Raised Interest Rates for the First Time Since 2023. Here's What That Could Mean for the Price of Silver Silver has been trading sideways in recent months, but it may not be too long before there's a catalyst that sends it soaring.
Silver Stocks Are Having a Moment: Should You Buy In? Silver had a glorious run that ended with a crash, but for dip-buyers, a name like First Majestic (TSX:AG) makes a lot of sense going into the fourth quarter.
FormFactor CEO Mike Slessor Sells 17,510 Shares Slessor sells shares after stock surged 229% over one year.
The Fed Just Gave Berkshire a Raise. Here’s How Big It Is. Berkshire’s $365 billion in cash is a valuable asset in a rising-rate environment.
DoorDash Chief Business Officer Keith Yandell Sells 2,184 Shares Yandell disposed of stock worth $438,460 under a pre-established trading plan, while maintaining a direct holding of 120,688 shares valued.
Prediction: Broadcom Will Be a $3 Trillion Company by the End of 2030 Management's own revenue forecasts could carry the stock there without a richer earnings multiple.
MongoDB Director Hope Cochran Sells 1,000 Shares Insider executed a sale under a pre-arranged trading plan, retaining a stake worth ~$11 million.
Good News for S&P 500 Earnings: 86% of Companies Beat Expectations in 2026 S&P 500 companies are broadly beating analysts' estimates for earnings -- but is too much of that money riding on the AI boom?
Is a Fed Rate Hike Good or Bad for Stocks? You Might Be Surprised. For the first time in more than three years, the Federal Reserve just raised interest rates.
Meta's Muse AI Is Soaring in Popularity. Could It Send the Stock to New Heights? The hype around Meta's Muse AI assistant has investors excited that perhaps Meta's investments in AI could pay off.
Vertiv vs. Eaton: This AI Infrastructure Stock Is the Better Buy Two power and cooling giants are chasing the same AI boom. But which one offers the more direct way to play it?
