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  1. Motley Fool

    RDVY led SCHD in decade returns, while SCHD offered a higher yield

    The First Trust Rising Dividend Achievers ETF (RDVY) returned an average 15.8% annually over the past decade, ahead of Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) at 13.2%; RDVY’s trailing 12-month yield was 0.8%, compared with 3% for SCHD.
  2. Motley Fool

    Motley Fool contributor predicts Ferrari will outperform Ford over 10 years

    A Motley Fool contributor predicts Ferrari will be a stronger investment than Ford over the next decade: Ferrari shares gained 742% in 10 years, while Ford shares rose 8% (84% including dividends). Ferrari’s net income rose 377% over that period; Ford’s fell 33%.
  3. Motley Fool

    US Air Force names its CCA prototypes Vengeance and Fury

    The U.S. Air Force named General Atomics’ FQ-42A Vengeance and Anduril’s FQ-44A Fury, its first two collaborative combat aircraft prototypes. It plans to buy 150 initially, with the fleet expected to reach 500 by 2032.
  4. Motley Fool

    East West Bancorp boosts quarterly dividend to 80 cents, up 33%

    East West Bancorp raised its quarterly dividend 33%, from 60 to 80 cents per share, this year. At Q2's end, its CET1 ratio was 15.44%, more than twice the 7% regulatory minimum; the author believes the bank could keep raising the payout for years if it chooses.
  5. Motley Fool

    Nvidia gained 1,400%, CrowdStrike 875% since 2023; Cramer recommends both

    Jim Cramer recently recommended buying Nvidia and CrowdStrike, up 1,400% and 875%, respectively, since January 2023. The article’s author says investors should consider Nvidia but keep CrowdStrike on a watchlist because of its valuation.
  6. Motley Fool

    VOO rose 256% in a decade, edging VTI's 240% gain

    Vanguard's S&P 500 ETF (VOO) gained 256% over the past decade, versus 240% for its Total Stock Market ETF (VTI); The Motley Fool says VOO may be the slightly stronger millionaire-maker, though both rose 77%–78% over the past three years.
  7. Motley Fool

    Vyvgart growth and trial catalysts underpin analysts’ 12-month 23% upside view on Argenx

    The consensus 12-month price target for Argenx implies 23% potential share-price upside; analysts cite 18 consecutive quarters of revenue growth and upcoming pipeline catalysts. Global product sales rose 60% year over year to $1.5 billion in Q2 2026.
  8. Motley Fool

    Why a Motley Fool writer favors Realty Income's 5.8% dividend yield

    Motley Fool writer James Brumley favors Realty Income, citing its 5.8% forward dividend yield versus about 5% on 10-year Treasuries and 31 years of annual increases. He also notes that high or rising rates can weigh on the shares.
  9. Motley Fool

    Amazon's 66,570% 25-year stock gain came without dividends

    Amazon shares gained 66,570% over 25 years through Sept. 23, despite never paying a dividend. The article says a payout is unlikely soon as the company prioritizes growth; Amazon projects $220 billion in 2026 capital spending, 67% above 2025, to expand AWS computing capacity.
  10. Motley Fool

    Record margin debt sparks a warning about the Trump-era bull market

    FINRA data cited by The Motley Fool show margin debt rose 77% from nearly $851 billion in April 2025 to a record $1.502 trillion in June 2026. The article says prior rapid surges preceded major downturns, but cautions history cannot guarantee a crash.
  11. Motley Fool

    Motley Fool contributor gives Nvidia the edge over Broadcom in AI

    Motley Fool’s Keithen Drury favors Nvidia over Broadcom, citing its flexible GPUs and larger business, though Broadcom’s custom AI chips are growing faster. Broadcom forecasts AI semiconductor revenue of $115 billion in FY2027 and $230 billion in FY2028.
  12. Motley Fool

    The AI race may be a bigger stock risk for Palantir than its valuation

    Palantir’s biggest stock risk may be shifting AI competition, not its valuation of 160 times trailing sales, The Motley Fool argues. AI agents have not yet been shown to displace SaaS services, but rivals could eventually match Palantir’s privacy-focused platform.
  13. Motley Fool

    Motley Fool writer backs Nvidia, Broadcom and Micron on 2027 AI outlook

    A Motley Fool writer recommends buying Nvidia, Broadcom and Micron before year-end, arguing the three stocks could benefit from a stronger AI buildout in 2027. The case cites expected growth in AI computing demand and a continuing shortage of memory chips.
  14. Motley Fool

    Berkshire’s wholly owned operations produced $48 billion in operating earnings

    Berkshire Hathaway’s wholly owned businesses generated about $48 billion in operating earnings over the four quarters through June; dividends from its stock holdings were about $5.1 billion before taxes. Manufacturing, service and retailing led at $14.7 billion.
  15. Motley Fool

    Burger King’s U.S. same-store sales rose 8.5%, versus McDonald’s 0.8% in Q2 2026

    Burger King’s U.S. same-store sales rose 8.5% in Q2 2026, against 0.8% at McDonald’s. Restaurant Brands reported earnings per share up more than 12%; McDonald’s restaurants said too many launches hurt customer satisfaction and slowed service.
  16. Motley Fool

    At $4.48 a gallon, $2,400 in ExxonMobil stock yields about one tank’s cost in annual dividends

    AAA put the U.S. national average for unleaded at $4.48 a gallon, making a 14-gallon fill-up more than $60. At ExxonMobil’s current 2.54% dividend yield, $2,400 in shares would generate about $61 a year—roughly one tank’s cost, not regular fill-ups.
  17. Motley Fool

    Remitly growth supports a Motley Fool buy case despite dilution

    A Motley Fool contributor argues Remitly Global is worth buying despite paying no dividend and diluting shareholders, citing 20% growth in active customers to 10.2 million last quarter. Revenue reached $495 million, while operating margin stood at 13.5%.
  18. Motley Fool

    Reddit CEO sells 17,308 shares under preset plan amid 39% annual stock drop

    On Sept. 15, Reddit CEO Steve Huffman sold 17,308 shares at a weighted-average price of $160.11 each, about $2.8 million, under a pre-set Rule 10b5-1 plan. Option exercises offset the sale, leaving his total equity position unchanged at 343,329 shares.
  19. Motley Fool

    AppLovin shares fall 54% in 2026 as growth outlook draws scrutiny

    AppLovin shares were down 54% year to date as of Sept. 23, when they traded at $315; they had peaked at $733 at the end of 2025. The Motley Fool cites a quarterly revenue miss and slower-growth concerns, and says investors may wait for Q3 results and the Q4 outlook.
  20. Insider Monkey

    Tesla’s 158.7x forward P/E reflects investor bets beyond car sales

    An Insider Monkey analysis says Tesla’s roughly 158.7-times forward-earnings valuation reflects hopes for Robotaxi, autonomous driving and Optimus, not just car sales. Revenue fell to $94.8 billion in 2025 and net income to $3.8 billion; its second-quarter operating margin was 1.
  21. Motley Fool

    Robinhood IPO shares fell 82%, but a $10,000 stake is now worth $31,300

    At roughly $119 a share, Robinhood’s July 2021 IPO price of $38 would value a $10,000 investment at about $31,300. Shares had fallen 82% to $6.89 in June 2022; Q2 2026 revenue was up 32% year over year, with crypto below 8%.
  22. Insider Monkey

    Netflix revenue rises 13.35% as investors question future growth

    Netflix shares are down 21.18% in 2026 amid engagement and competition concerns, but second-quarter revenue rose 13.35% year over year to $12.56 billion. Viewing hours grew 2% in the first half, raising questions about whether newer businesses can sustain growth.
  23. Insider Monkey

    Celanese announces price increases for four acetyl products

    Celanese announced Sept. 21 price increases for four acetyl products. In the US and Canada, vinyl acetate monomer rises $0.06/lb; acetic acid, ethyl acetate and acetic anhydride rise $0.045/lb each. Changes take effect immediately or as contracts and other commitments permit.
  24. Insider Monkey

    Stablecoins and AI could test Visa’s payment-network advantage

    Visa processed over $4 trillion in third-quarter payment volume for the first time, with transactions up 10% year over year to 72 billion. Its network is a key advantage, but bank-to-bank payments, stablecoins and AI commerce could weaken Visa’s role.
  25. Insider Monkey

    Clearwater Paper's $275 million refinancing deal sets 2031 maturities

    Clearwater Paper signed a fully drawn $275 million term loan and $200 million revolver, both due in 2031. Proceeds funded the redemption of $275 million in 2028 notes, scheduled for Oct. 3; the loan's initial rate is 8.25%, versus the notes' 4.75% coupon.
  26. Motley Fool

    Motley Fool contributor favors Shopify over Coupang for 2026 growth

    John Ballard of The Motley Fool favors Shopify over Coupang for 2026, citing stronger margins and faster growth. Shopify management said AI-driven traffic and orders tripled year over year in Q2 2026, while trailing-12-month revenue was up 32.5% as of Q2.
  27. Insider Monkey

    Old Dominion sets 4.9% rate increase under three tariffs from Oct. 5

    Old Dominion Freight Line announced a 4.9% general rate increase effective Oct. 5, 2026, on rates under three tariffs; customer rate changes vary by lane and distance, while minimum charges rise modestly. The company has not quantified the revenue impact.
  28. Insider Monkey

    Caterpillar’s data-center power business may sustain growth if construction slows

    Caterpillar’s Q2 sales rose 24% year over year to $20.5 billion and adjusted EPS rose 73% to $8.17; its backlog stood at $72.1 billion. Insider Monkey says data-center power demand may support growth, but valuation, tariffs and a possible construction slowdown pose risks.
  29. Insider Monkey

    Merck KGaA’s $73-a-share bid wins Bio-Techne vote; executive pay plan rejected

    Bio-Techne shareholders approved Merck KGaA’s $73-a-share cash takeover on Sept. 23 but rejected the deal’s executive pay plan. The advisory vote does not affect the payments; Bio-Techne expects closing in late 2026 or early 2027, pending remaining approvals.
  30. Insider Monkey

    Duke Energy nears a one-year low as 30-year Treasury yield hits 5.47%

    Duke Energy closed at $113.23 on Sept. 24, within cents of its lowest stock price in a year, as the 30-year Treasury yield closed at 5.47%, its highest since 2004. The article says rising yields make its 3.8% dividend less competitive and raise borrowing costs.