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3 Healthcare Stocks That Have Held Up in Every Market Downturnfool.com
Johnson & Johnson, Abbott Laboratories, and Becton, Dickinson don't fall as far as other healthcare stocks and bounce back faster during economic downturns.
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
Investors Are Walking on Eggshells These Days. Yet the S&P 500 Index Is on the Cusp of Doing Something Extraordinary for Only the 4th Time in 20 Years.fool.com
Many investors are concerned that the market is due for a more prolonged sell-off.
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
The Fed Has a Warning About the Iran War. Is Wall Street Listening?fool.com
The war in Iran may have killed investor hopes for interest rate cuts this year.
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
Why Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Stock Is Trading Up Today
What Happened? Shares of enterprise technology company Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE:HPE) jumped 3.7% in the afternoon session after Goldman Sachs raised ...
Via StockStory · April 16, 2026
Skip the 10-Year Bond? 3 Dividend Aristocrats to Consider Nowdividendstocks.com
Three Dividend Aristocrats offer yields above the 10-year Treasury while delivering income growth and potential capital appreciation
Via MarketBeat · April 16, 2026
3 Insurance Stocks That Can Act as a New Inflation Hedgemarketbeat.com
Via MarketBeat · April 16, 2026
What Is the Better ETF Investment, the S&P 500 Index or Gold?fool.com
Explore how these two flagship ETFs differ in volatility, yield, and sector exposure, revealing distinct roles in diversified portfolios.
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
US Bancorp (USB) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
US Bancorp (USB) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
European Markets Surged 3.9% on Ceasefire News. Does That Move Reflect a Genuine Recovery or a Short-Term Unwind?fool.com
After dropping 12% earlier this year, European stocks have recaptured almost all of the losses. But is it sustainable or even justified?
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
What Social Security Pays at 62 -- and What to Do Before You Claim to Maximize That Amountfool.com
The right moves now could lead to a much bigger benefit in the future.
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
1 ETF and 1 AI Stock I'd Buy If I Were in My 20sfool.com
There's a strong case for owning an AI growth stock and balancing your portfolio with an S&P 500 index fund.
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
6 Credit Card Mistakes First-Time Cardholders Almost Always Makefool.com
First-time cardholders make the same expensive mistakes. Here's what they are and how to avoid them.
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
Cattle Look to Thursday After Wednesday Losses
Live cattle futures were down 35 cents to $1.40 on Wednesday, with April up a nickel. Open interest was down 4,944 contracts on Wednesday, suggesting new selling interest. There were 3 deliveries for April live cattle in Dodge City. Cash trade has b...
Via Barchart.com · April 16, 2026
U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:USB) Reports Q1 CY2026 In Line With Expectations
Financial services giant U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:USB) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2026, with sales up 4.7% year on year to $7.29 billion. Its G...
Via StockStory · April 16, 2026
How Long Does the Average Bull Market Last? Here's What History Says.fool.com
If this bull market ends up in line with the average, a downturn could be around the corner.
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
The Best Ways to Get a Free PowerPoint Download for PC Without a Subscription
In the modern software landscape, the trend toward ‘Software as a Service’ (SaaS) has become nearly universal. While monthly subscriptions offer some conveniences, they also introduce a recurring financial burden that many individuals and small businesses are eager to avoid. The desire for ‘digital sovereignty’, the ability to own and control your tools without a tether to a monthly billing cycle, is driving a massive return to standalone, free-to-use software. This is especially true for presentation tools, which are essential for everything from classroom projects to high-stakes boardroom pitches. Finding a high-quality, subscription-free alternative for your PC is not just about saving money; it is about ensuring that your productivity is never interrupted by a credit card expiration or an internet outage.
Via BusinesNews Wire · April 16, 2026
Second-hand Products Market Booms: Projected to Reach $1 Trillion by 2035
Fueled by inflation pressures and sustainability concerns, demand in the Second-hand Products Market continues to rise. Market research indicates that the global second-hand goods market was valued at approximately $186 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $1.044 trillion by 2035. Second-hand clothing stores drive sustainable fashion consumption with diverse choices. (Photo via Pixabay.com)...
Via MerxWire · April 16, 2026
A Voting Member of the FOMC Just Said the Quiet Part Out Loud -- and It Should Terrify Wall Streetfool.com
The president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland just gave a chilling assessment of the central bank's dual mandate.
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
This Is What $1,000 Invested in Bitcoin During Its Last Bear Market Is Worth Todayfool.com
Buying when others can't stomach it is how to make the most money with this asset.
Via The Motley Fool · April 16, 2026
2 Oversold Stocks Primed to Rebound and 1 Facing Challenges
Hitting a new 52-week low can be a pivotal moment for any stock. These floors often mark either the beginning of a turnaround story or confirmation that a co...
Via StockStory · April 16, 2026
1 Cash-Producing Stock on Our Buy List and 2 We Turn Down
A company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner. Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand. Not...
Via StockStory · April 16, 2026
Spotting Winners: MasterCraft (NASDAQ:MCFT) And Consumer Discretionary - Leisure Products Stocks In Q4
Looking back on consumer discretionary - leisure products stocks’ Q4 earnings, we examine this quarter’s best and worst performers, including MasterCraft (NA...
Via StockStory · April 15, 2026
2026 Cost of Living Rankings Released Taiwan Overtakes Japan
As expenses for dining, housing, and daily consumption continue to rise, Taiwan’s cost of living is rapidly converging with Japan's. According to the latest international data and academic studies, by 2026, Taiwan will have reached parity with, and in some aspects even surpassed, Japan in several categories of living expenses. However, a significant wage gap...
Via MerxWire · April 16, 2026
This Underrated Stock Is Up More Than 75% Over the Last 12 Months -- and It Could Keep Risingfool.com
This company has pivoted toward high-margin revenue, and it's working wonders for its financials.
Via The Motley Fool · April 15, 2026
2 Dividend Stocks That Belong in Every Income Investor’s Portfoliohttps://www.fool.ca/2026/04/15/2-dividend-stocks-that-belong-in-every-income-investors-portfolio/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=a91f6b2e-d1b0-4982-ace6-a068b41f517e
These TSX stocks have increased their dividends annually for decades.
Via The Motley Fool · April 15, 2026