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New CDC Data Shows the Best Age to Claim Social Security for the Average Retiree

Key PointsA lot of factors go into maximizing Social Security benefits, but one factor plays a very important role.You can receive a larger monthly payment for delaying benefits, b

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Interested in Bitcoin or Ethereum? These ETFs Offer Exposure to Digital Tokens

Key PointsBoth HODL and ETHA charge the same expense ratio, while HODL has a slightly greater one-year price decline. Since both ETFs' inception in 2024, HODL has increased by 40%,

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Should You Buy eBay Stock Before Feb. 18?

Key PointseBay is a solid long-term investment.E-commerce popularity is taking a hit, but eBay has a strong advertising business.10 stocks we like better than eBay › When someone l

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This Is Why I’m Buying Taiwan Semiconductor Stock in 2026

TradingKey - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM) is part of a rapidly growing sector in AI.AI is experiencing an explosive growth phase, and TSMC is supporting this growth from various angles. TS

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IBIT vs. ETHA: Two Unique Approaches for Investing in Crypto

Key PointsBoth IBIT and ETHA charge the same expense ratio and have identical one-year price declines. IBIT has significantly higher assets under management. 10 stocks we like bett

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Where Will Nvidia Be in 3 Years?

Key PointsThree leading tech companies could spend up to $500 billion this year, much of it on AI, as they try to stay competitive.Nvidia's sales and earnings could more than tripl

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Not Enjoying Your Retirement? 3 Things to Do.

Key PointsIf money problems are dragging you down, take steps to boost your income.If you're feeling lonely, try branching out.If you're feeling useless and bored, volunteer.The $2

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Could Buying Coupang Stock Today Set You Up for Life?

Key PointsCoupang's stock is down because of a data leak last year in South Korea. The business is doing fine with healthy revenue growth and positive free cash flow. 10 stocks we

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SLV vs. SGDM: More Direct Silver Exposure or Investing in Gold Mining?

Key PointsSGDM offers a 0.86% dividend yield because it invests in individual mining companies, while SLV offers none. Over the past year, both funds delivered triple-digit returns

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2 Growth Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for 10 Years

Key PointsDutch Bros has the potential to open thousands of locations.On Holding's international momentum underscores its long growth runway.10 stocks we like better than Dutch Bro

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Better International ETF: Vanguard's VXUS vs. iShares' EEM

Key PointsEEM charges a much higher expense ratio than VXUS and yields less.EEM is concentrated in emerging market tech, with deeper five-year drawdowns and less diversification th

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AAAU vs. SGDM: Direct Gold Exposure or Gold Mining Companies?

Key PointsAAAU offers a lower expense ratio and much larger assets under management, but has minimal portfolio diversity.SGDM holds over 43 companies and has delivered an over 2x o

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Is SoundHound AI Stock Your Ticket to Becoming a Millionaire?

Key PointsSoundHound has been in hyper-growth mode, with revenue more than doubling through the first nine months of 2025.The company's biggest opportunity is in its infancy with a

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Is the iShares MSCI China ETF a Buy After Nipun Capital Scooped Up Shares Worth $7.3 Million?

Key PointsNipun Capital added 116,100 shares; estimated trade size $7.3 million (based on quarterly average price).The quarter-end position value increased by $13.58 million, refle

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GLD Offers Direct Gold Exposure and More Price Stability While SLVP Delivers Bigger Swings

Key PointsSLVP has delivered a much higher one-year return than GLD, but with far greater volatility and risk.GLD has yielded 30% higher returns than SLVP over the last five years.

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Shopify Shares Sink Despite Strong AI-Powered Growth. Should Investors Buy the Stock on the Dip?

Key PointsShopify turned in another strong quarter of revenue growth and issued upbeat guidance.However, the stock has been under pressure over fears artificial intelligence (AI) w

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AAAU vs. SIL: Comparing Direct & Indirect Exposure to Precious Metals

Key PointsSIL has delivered a much higher 1-year return but comes with greater volatility. AAAU is significantly less expensive to own and carries less market risk. 10 stocks we li

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Top Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

Key PointsSandisk's stock is cheap and rising in a flash memory supercycle.TSMC's stock is still attractively valued and remains a huge beneficiary of the AI infrastructure buildou

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2 Growth Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Right Now

Key PointsAlphabet is the search leader and is seeing strong growth in cloud computing.TSMC will continue to be a big beneficiary of the AI infrastructure spending bonanza. 10 stoc

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AAAU & SLV: Two Precious Metal ETFs That Can Add Some Shine to Your Portfolio

Key PointsSLV has delivered a much higher one-year return and shows greater volatility than AAAU.AAAU charges a lower expense ratio and has nearly the exact same five-year return a

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Prediction: Tesla's Optimus Robot Will Transform the Stock by the End of 2026

Key PointsTesla's electric vehicle sales are down, revenue is dropping, and margins are shrinking.Investors are looking forward to CEO Elon Musk's vision of robotics and artificial

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VBR vs. IJJ: Are Small-Cap or Mid-Cap Stocks the Better Choice for Value Investors?

Key PointsVBR carries a much lower expense ratio than IJJ and holds a broader basket of small-cap value stocks.IJJ tilts more heavily toward financials and mid-cap companies, with

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Better International ETF: iShares' IEFA vs. Schwab's SCHE

Key PointsIEFA carries a higher yield and even larger asset base than SCHE.Both funds charge the same low expense ratio but differ in geographic and sector exposure.IEFA has outper

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FSTA vs. VDC: Which Popular Consumer Staples ETF Is the Better Buy for Investors?

Key PointsFSTA charges a slightly lower expense ratio and offers a marginally higher dividend yield than VDC.Both ETFs posted near-identical one-year returns and max drawdowns, wit

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FSTA Offers Lower Fees While RSPS Pays Higher Dividends

Key PointsFSTA offers a much lower expense ratio than RSPS.FSTA concentrates more heavily in its top holdings, while RSPS uses an equal-weight approach.RSPS has a higher dividend y

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Chipotle Must Prove Growth Still Creates Shareholder Value

Key PointsGrowth must justify its capital.Digital ordering and loyalty are strategic strengths, but they must improve frequency and efficiency.Sustained shareholder returns depend

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Where Will Rivian Be in 3 Years?

Key PointsRivian will soon compete directly with Tesla.Artificial intelligence (AI) will be a key growth driver.10 stocks we like better than Rivian Automotive › Rivian (NASDAQ: RI

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Crypto Prices Are Tumbling Across the Board. Here's How I'd Put $1,000 to Work Today.

Key PointsThe crypto sector is still reeling from the latest sell-off.Investing $1,000 right now could prove to be smart down the line.With that said, it makes sense to be cautious

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RSPS and XLP Offer Distinct Approaches to the Consumer Staples Sector. Which Is the Better Buy?

Key PointsRSPS carries a higher expense ratio than XLP but delivers a slightly better one-year total return.Both ETFs are fully concentrated in the consumer defensive sector.XLP is

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Better Mining Stock: First Majestic vs. Wheaton Precious Metals

Key PointsPrecious metals such as silver have soared amid geopolitical tensions and rising industrial demand.Silver has experienced a shortage over the past five years, as demand h

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