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5 Top Artificial Intelligence Stocks to Buy in 2026fool.com
These stocks could soar in 2026 and have excellent long-term opportunities.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Alibaba vs. Tencentfool.com
Which of these Chinese tech titans is a more reliable long-term investment?
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
$20 Million Exit From Manhattan’s Biggest Office Landlord Raises Questions as Stock Slides 30%fool.com
The sale lands as SL Green shows real leasing progress on paper but keeps getting punished by a market skeptical of office real estate.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
How Long Will the Cannabis Stock Rally Last?fool.com
Don't press the buy button just yet.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
What Does Wall Street Expect the Market to Do in 2026?fool.com
Wall Street firms are uniformly bullish on the stock market for 2026.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Why a $15 Million Bet on EPAM Looks Smart Amid a 12% One-Year Stock Declinefool.com
After a bruising year for the stock, one concentrated fund stepped in anyway.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Comerica Becomes a $157 Million Top Holding as Shares Surge 41% Year Over Yearfool.com
After a year when regional banks have split sharply between winners and laggards, this portfolio reshuffle highlights which balance sheets investors still trust with real money.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
6 2026 Social Security Rules for Beneficiaries Taking Effect Todayfool.com
Whether you're working or retired, at least one of these is bound to affect you.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Inside a $147 Million Columbia Banking Position Built During a Soft Year for the Stockfool.com
A regional bank with slowing headline profits is quietly stockpiling capital, widening margins, and gearing up for large buybacks.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Why This Regional Bank Stock Drew a New $35.8 Million Investmentfool.com
With regional banks still lagging the broader market, this new pick sticks out in a concentrated portfolio.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Eastern Bankshares Draws $116 Million Allocation as Profits Hit $106 Millionfool.com
Amid a sharp run and plenty of whiplash, one investor doubled down on a regional bank posting triple-digit quarterly profits and quietly improving its balance sheet.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Better Artificial Intelligence Stock: Figma vs. UiPathfool.com
Which of these AI-driven companies is a better investment?
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Evaluating Caterpillar Stock's Actual Performancefool.com
The equipment and machinery company is a hidden artificial intelligence stock.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Why a Nearly $500 Million Bet on New Oriental Signals Conviction Amid a 13% Slidefool.com
A sharply concentrated fund leaned further into New Oriental even as sentiment cooled.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
7 Reasons to Buy WMT Stock Like There's No Tomorrowfool.com
Walmart is an omnichannel powerhouse that excels in strategy execution.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Should You Buy Pfizer While It's Under $30?fool.com
It might not pay off immediately, but it could, eventually.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
2 No-Brainer AI Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist for 2026fool.com
These two stocks are great additions to any growth portfolio.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
I'm Resolving to Start a New Stock Portfolio for 2026fool.com
Tag along as the Voyager Portfolio looks at underfollowed stocks.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Where Will Lululemon Stock Be When the Dust Settles?fool.com
The activewear retailer is going through a messy CEO search.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Is Vistra Stock a Buy Now?fool.com
Vistra is in a prime position to benefit from power-hungry data centers that power artificial intelligence (AI).
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
The Smartest AI Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Nowfool.com
Intel is a contrarian pick.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
4 Things Every Retiree Needs to Know About Medicare in 2026fool.com
Keep these points in mind whether you're planning to enroll or simply doing your research.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Prediction: 3 Industrial Stocks That Could Beat the Market Over the Next 5 Yearsfool.com
Investors willing to trade high risk for high reward should consider these three "new school" industrial stocks.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Here's My Top Value Stock to Buy for 2026fool.com
In an increasingly expensive stock market, this airline stock stands out for its remarkable value proposition.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Where Will Chipotle Mexican Grill Be in 5 Years?fool.com
Once a high-flying stock, the Tex-Mex restaurant chain has disappointed investors since mid-2024.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Should You Invest $1,000 in Disney Stock Right Now?fool.com
Disney is a great pick in the media industry.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Better Growth ETF: Vanguard's MGK vs. iShares' IWOfool.com
Expense ratios, sector bets, and portfolio concentration set these two growth ETFs apart in ways that matter for different investor goals.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Better Nuclear Play: NuScale Power vs. Oklofool.com
Both companies are high-risk and high-reward, but only one currently holds the NRC's blessing.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
The 2026 Income You Need to Max Out Your Social Security Benefits May Surprise Youfool.com
You need to earn a lot more money than you think to max out your retirement benefits.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
NuScale Power: The Nuclear Stock Everyone's Watchingfool.com
NuScale aims to help meet the world's increased energy needs with its smaller nuclear reactors.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Better Energy Stock to Own in 2026: Bloom Energy or Oklo?fool.com
These two upstart energy providers made waves in the market in 2025, but one stock stands out with promising near-term potential.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
What Is One of the Best Quantum Computing Stocks to Own for the Next 10 Years?fool.com
IBM is leading the way.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Should You Invest $100 in The Metals Company Right Now?fool.com
The Metals Company stock has soared over 440% on the year. But is a $100 investment wise at this point?
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Berkshire Is Selling Apple Stock and Buying This Other Magnificent Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Insteadfool.com
Berkshire Hathaway has been selling Apple stock throughout the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
This Artificial Intelligence Stock Could Be the Biggest Bargain Buy of 2026fool.com
Micron Technology stock has surged by 250% in the past year, and it could soar even higher.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Want Decades of Passive Income? 2 Stocks to Buy Right Nowfool.com
These income stocks could be great buys to add to your portfolio.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
History Says a Turning Point Is Likely Coming for the S&P 500 in 2026fool.com
The S&P 500 has had a tremendous decades-long run. If history is right, this trend could be coming next.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
3 High-Conviction AI Stocks With 10x Potential by 2036fool.com
Investors are becoming increasingly aware of these companies' AI abilities.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Forget Recursion Pharmaceuticals Stock. This Is a Much Better Buy.fool.com
These two companies have very different risk-reward profiles.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Is the Vanguard Russell 2000 Index Fund ETF a Buy Now?fool.com
This exchange-traded fund's performance has been strangely weak for a while now, but this might just spell opportunity.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Why You Should Upgrade Your Savings Account in 2026fool.com
You can earn close to 4.00% APY on your cash with no risk and no effort, here's how to upgrade your savings account with a trustworthy online bank.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Is Palantir Technologies Stock a Buy?fool.com
Analysts aren't expecting much upside from the AI software company in the coming year, but there is more to it than meets the eye.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
This Is the First Thing Retirement Savers Should Do in 2026fool.com
Make this move before the year gets rolling.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Claimed Social Security Early? There Are Only 2 Ways to Undo Early Filing Penalties.fool.com
If you got hit with early filing penalties after an early Social Security claim, you have a few options for getting your benefit amount back up.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Here's Why Tesla Will Win the EV Marketfool.com
Elon Musk views robotaxis and autonomous driving as the future of the electric vehicle industry, but Tesla's automaker rivals have a different perspective.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Could This Be the Best Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock to Buy in January?fool.com
Looking for growth at a bargain price? This stock can help you start the new year on the right foot.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
The Best Stocks to Invest $1,000 in to Start the New Year Off Rightfool.com
These three stocks could make 2026 a happy new year for investors.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
This Super Semiconductor Stock Crushed Nvidia in 2025. Is It a Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026?fool.com
Broadcom stock has soared by almost 700% over the last five years.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Could U.S. Antimony Be the Best Way to Play the Rising Demand for Antimony?fool.com
U.S. Antimony is a monopoly and receives money from the government.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Investing $122,100 in These 3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks Could Make You $10,000 in Reliable Passive Income in 2026fool.com
The money could flow in with these great dividend stocks.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
3 Important Things to Know About Social Security in 2026fool.com
A new year means there's lots to know about this important program.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Prediction: These 2 Popular Cryptocurrencies Will Plunge by 50% (or More) in 2026fool.com
The crypto industry had a rough year in 2025, and 2026 might not be any better.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
10 Stock Market Predictions for 2026fool.com
Here's what investors can expect from the stock market and Wall Street's premier growth trends in the new year.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Is Intel Keeping a (Wonderful) Secret From the Market Regarding Its 18A Node?fool.com
Intel could leap ahead of TSMC faster than previously thought.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
The Best AI Semiconductor Stock to Buy for 2026, According to Certain Wall Street Analysts (Hint: Not Nvidia or Broadcom)fool.com
Morgan Stanley analysts selected Micron Technology as their top semiconductor pick for 2026.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
7 Social Security Changes That Take Effect Todayfool.com
More than a half-dozen changes, ranging from the amount beneficiaries receive each month to the payroll tax liability of workers, are now in effect.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
3 Reasons to Buy Walmart Stock Like There's No Tomorrowfool.com
There are big reasons to like Walmart as an investment, but there's also one notable reason to be leery.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
3 Regional Bank Stocks That Are Approaching Their Historical Highsfool.com
The regional banks surging to all-time highs are large, but have lesser-known names.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Could Spotify Be a Multimillionaire-Maker Stock?fool.com
The audio streaming specialist is off to a great start.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
1 Reason I'm Never Selling Amazon Stockfool.com
The tech leader still has plenty of arrows in its growth quiver.
Via The Motley Fool · January 1, 2026
Where Will Fluor Corporation (FLR) Stock Be in 1 Year?fool.com
The engineering and construction giant is navigating some messy near-term challenges.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
Prediction: This Will Be the Next AI Stock That Berkshire Hathaway Buysfool.com
Berkshire already has a few AI investments in its portfolio.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
After Soaring In 2025, Is It Time to Take Profits on This High-Flying AI Stock? Or Is It Time to Double Down?fool.com
What you do with your Nvidia stock really depends on what you think about these three major platform shifts.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
Does the Sell-Off in Silver This Week Make It an Even Better Investment for 2026?fool.com
The recent drop in the price of silver provides a great entry point to invest.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
1 Top Dividend Stock For 2026 That Could Perform Well Even If AI Stocks Fallfool.com
After underperforming in 2025, now may be the time to buy shares of this leading rural retailer.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
Prediction: These 2 Growth Stocks Will Beat the Market Through 2031fool.com
And perhaps well beyond 2031.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
The Most Likely Cause of a Stock Market Crash in 2026. (Hint: It's Not Related to Artificial Intelligence.)fool.com
After three fantastic years of market gains, many investors are wondering if the rally will come to an end in 2026.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
Tesla Is About to Report Fourth-Quarter Deliveries. The Number May Be Weak -- And Investors May Not Carefool.com
After a strong Q3, Tesla's vehicle deliveries could come in lower in Q4.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
Why Ondas Stock Crushed it on Wednesdayfool.com
It's clear the company has its finger on the pulse of a busy market.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
Texas Roadhouse: A Strong Contender in the Restaurant Sector?fool.com
Join us as we dissect Texas Roadhouse's stock potential and uncover whether this beloved steakhouse chain can continue to deliver strong returns for investors.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
Why Xeris Biopharma Stock Zoomed 7% Higher on Wednesdayfool.com
One of the company's key drugs won't be challenged by a competing medication anytime soon.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
Semiconductor Spending Is Set to Hit $1 Trillion in 2026: 2 Top Stocks to Buy Before That Happens, According to a Wall Street Analystfool.com
Investors looking to buy top semiconductor stocks for 2026 should take a closer look at these names before they fly higher.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
Why Corcept Therapeutics Plummeted by 50% Todayfool.com
The final day of 2025 saw the company get a sharp "no" from a top regulator.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
Is Archer Aviation Yesterday's News?fool.com
Its share price is slipping and FAA approval is nowhere in sight. Is Archer Aviation already a lost cause?
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025
Delek Shares Surge 60% but One Fund Walked Away From a $15 Million Positionfool.com
The exit comes after a huge run for the stock, but there's more to it than timing alone.
Via The Motley Fool · December 31, 2025