The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

There's a lot more to Social Security than benefits for retired workers. Several Social Security programs are designed to provide income to the families and survivors of workers, and one program is known as Social Security spousal benefits. In this article, we'll look at five things married couples should know about spousal benefits as they approach retirement age, including how much additional retirement income you might be able to get.

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The Big Picture

AUGUST 19, 2023

This week, we speak with legal scholar Cass Sunstein , who founded and leads Harvard Law School’s Program on Behavioral Economics and Public Policy. He has authored numerous books, including the NYT bestseller The World According to Star Wars as well as “ Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth and Happiness ” (written with Richard H. Thaler); and “ Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment ” (written with Danny Kahneman).

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

With the S&P 500 index up a hefty 15% so far in 2023 (at the time of this writing), many investors or would-be investors are wondering whether it's safe to invest in stocks now. They figure, reasonably, that the S&P 500 will either keep rising or will retreat some, but they don't know which will happen. Here's some information that can help you decide whether it's safe for you to invest in stocks now.

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FinSMEs

AUGUST 19, 2023

Electric Sheep, a London, UK-based AI tech startup which specialises in visual effects (VFX), raised USD500K in Pre-Seed funding. The round was led by Dasein Capital (US), and backed by Spatial Capital (US) and Look AI Ventures (Czech Republic). The company intends to use the funds to build and enhance Spotlight, an AI rotoscoping tool […] The post Electric Sheep Raises USD500K in Pre-Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

At the beginning of 2010, the largest stock by market cap that traded on a U.S. stock exchange was an oil producer. Only two tech stocks ranked in the top five. It's a much different story today. All five of the biggest stocks focus largely if not completely on technology. Will the future hold even greater surprises? Maybe, but I don't think so. These will be the five largest stocks by 2030, in my opinion. 1.

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Dear Mr. Market

AUGUST 19, 2023

Dear Mr. Market: Let’s first remind our readers again of who this “Mr. Market” character is. Our investment blog and star personality is in reference to Benjamin Graham’s metaphor in his book “ The Intelligent Investor ,” where he personifies the stock market as Mr. Market, an emotional and erratic character. Over the past few decades, rarely have we seen such unprecedented market action but also a total tug of war between emotions, volatility, politics, and w

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Entrepreneur - VC

AUGUST 19, 2023

Nightmare clients can make it more difficult to build the business of your dreams. Learn how to spot the top signs early on and end the relationship, here.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

There are heaps of investors who can boast of success over the past year, but consistent performance is far less common. Not many investors can say they've beaten the market over the past decade, and nobody has as many decades of market-beating success under their belts as Warren Buffett. Buffett took the helm at Berkshire Hathaway way back in 1965, and since then, shares of the holding company have risen, on average, 19.8% annually.

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Entrepreneur - VC

AUGUST 19, 2023

Celebrity entrepreneurs reveal invaluable lessons they learned as business owners and key advice for aspiring entrepreneurs rising up the ranks.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

Image source: Getty Images Many of us know the simple joy of opening a new iPhone and spending time at work, er, I mean on the weekend, checking out its latest features. Apple upgrades its phone lineup each year, encouraging iPhone fans to regularly ditch their old device in exchange for a newer one. Of course, with inflation still impacting the price of nearly everything (as well as iPhones being pricey to begin with), getting the most money for your old phone is always important.

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Entrepreneur - VC

AUGUST 19, 2023

Life can get pretty hectic sometimes, and you might feel overwhelmed or prone to distraction. But never fear, because the power of the calendar is here! You might not realize.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

Software company Palantir Technologies (NYSE: PLTR) is arguably one of the most controversial stocks on the market. Investors either love or hate the company and aren't afraid to tell you about it. So much noise can muddy the waters for investors who want to get to the company's core and determine whether the stock might fit in their portfolio. It's time to hear both arguments and let the facts talk.

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Entrepreneur - VC

AUGUST 19, 2023

Retirement is a time of relaxation, exploration, and the pursuit of lifelong passions. However, amidst the excitement of this new chapter, it’s crucial not to overlook a critical aspect of.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

Apple recently became the first $3 trillion company. The iPhone maker reached that historic milestone last month, about five years after it became the first $1 trillion company, but Apple is unlikely to remain the only club member for long. Here's why Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) and Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) could achieve $3 trillion valuations by 2030. 1.

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Entrepreneur - VC

AUGUST 19, 2023

As the title of this article implies, Steve Reitmeister believes now is the time to buy the dip for the stock market. Simply 4,600 was too high for the S&P.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

In today's video, I discuss four popular AI stocks that could be giving investors buying opportunities. Check out the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below. *Stock prices used were the after-market prices of Aug. 17, 2023. The video was published on Aug. 17, 2023. Find out why Tesla is one of the 10 best stocks to buy now Our analyst team has spent more than a decade beating the market.

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The Reformed Broker

AUGUST 19, 2023

Just wanted to say thanks to everyone who’s been watching the Friday night show I’ve been hosting with Michael Santoli for CNBC each week. Last night we had Cameron Dawson and Adam Parker on to talk about whether or not the August pullback is just a seasonal swoon or something more. Neither of them thought it was the start of some larger correction just yet.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

Investors have enjoyed some generous returns so far in 2023, with the S&P 500 up 17% and the tech-heavy Nasdaq up 31% as of this writing. Given these returns, investor expectations have been sky-high over the past few weeks as several companies reported earnings. When it comes to the tech sector in particular, one general theme has been that stocks went down after earnings despite pretty solid reports.

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FinSMEs

AUGUST 19, 2023

Canto, an Atlanta, GA-based provider of digital asset management (DAM) software, acquired MerlinOne, a Quincy, Massachusetts-based DAM company which specializes in AI-centric solutions to organize and find digital content. The amount of the deal was not disclosed. The combination of MerlinOne’s AI features with Canto’s digital asset management platform will enable advanced AI and visual […] The post Canto Buys MerlinOne appeared first on FinSMEs.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

In today's video, I discuss numerous updates impacting popular semiconductor companies. Check out the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below. *Stock prices used were the market prices of Aug. 18, 2023. The video was published on Aug. 18, 2023. 10 stocks we like better than Advanced Micro Devices When our analyst team has a stock tip, it can pay to listen.

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FinSMEs

AUGUST 19, 2023

PES Benefits, a Ridgefield Park, NC-based benefits technology, administration, education, and virtual care industry company, acquired nRollTech, a Jacksonville, FL-based benefits technology company. The amount of the deal was not disclosed. The acquisition strengthens PES Benefits’ position as a comprehensive employee benefits solution provider and enhances its resources and suite of benefits technology solutions for […] The post PES Benefits Buys nRollTech appeared first on FinSMEs.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

For the year, Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) is up 45%. While that recent performance is impressive, there are still plenty of skeptics out there. After all, a a recent price of about $1,730, Ethereum is 64% below its all-time high of $4,892 from two years ago, and hasn't had the type of monster rally many investors were expecting when it completed The Merge, a system upgrade, last September.

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FinSMEs

AUGUST 19, 2023

EarthLink, an Atlanta, GA-based internet service provider delivering access to homes and small businesses and a Trive portfolio company, acquired One Ring Networks, an Athens, Texas-based Fixed Wireless provider of voice and data services. The amount of the deal was not disclosed. The acquisition will allow EarthLink to expand its business platform capabilities and portfolio of […] The post EarthLink Acquires One Ring Networks appeared first on FinSMEs.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

Image source: Getty Images For many people, owning a car isn't a luxury -- it's a necessity. If you're in this boat, then you're probably painfully aware that auto insurance is an unavoidable expense, too. The average U.S. driver pays $1,553 a year for auto insurance, says U.S. News & World Report. But different factors will help determine what premium rates you end up with.

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FinSMEs

AUGUST 19, 2023

In the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency trading, staying informed and prepared is essential for success. With the constant influx of crypto news and updates, novice traders must take careful initial steps before diving into the market. These steps can help mitigate risks and enhance the chances of making informed trading decisions. Educate Yourself: The Foundation […] The post Initial Steps to Take Before Trading Crypto appeared first on FinSMEs.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

One of the best things about participating in the stock market is that even relatively small investments can make a big impact on your retirement portfolio over long time frames. Those compounding gains will often be amplified by dividend payments, too, which an investor can choose to have automatically reinvested each quarter. But which stocks fit in that rare category of promising both income and capital appreciation for years or decades?

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FinSMEs

AUGUST 19, 2023

Wall Street Memes, a Meme stocks-inspired community-powered coin, raised $25m in its presale. The project has also announced its new staking service and top-tier exchange listings coming on September 27th. Wall Street Memes is now only around $900k away from entering the last stage of its 30-stage tiered presale. The token’s price rises from $0.033 to $0.0337 in the final 30th stage, as the presale […] The post Wall Street Memes Coin Raises $25M appeared first on FinSMEs.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

Image source: Getty Images For many people, the highlight of shopping at Costco is getting to pick up some yummy sweets from the store's bakery section. Whether it's mega-sized muffins or a massive cheesecake, you're apt to find something that tempts you. And given Costco's generally competitive prices, you won't even have to feel bad about your resulting credit card tab.

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Financial Times M&A

AUGUST 19, 2023

Vista Equity agrees to invest $1bn in fintech Finastra in return for $4.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

Wall Street has been known to test the resolve of investors. Over the past two years, all three major indexes have catapulted to record-closing highs, plummeted into a bear market , and have now rallied more than 20% from their 2022 bear market lows. By at least one definition, this puts all three stock indexes firmly in a new bull market. But the wildest ride of all has been taken by the growth-driven Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC).

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Entrepreneur - VC

AUGUST 19, 2023

Expand your communication capabilities with this ASL learning bundle.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020 and 2021 forced countless businesses to move their work online, increasing demand for online services. Yet, even as the world opens up again, many companies have retained various aspects of working online. That means demand for digital services will likely continue to rise over the long term. Industries such as artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) have massive potential in the coming years and are attractive sectors f

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Entrepreneur - VC

AUGUST 19, 2023

Find out how AI can help your business run more efficiently.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 19, 2023

The stock market is on the verge of a new bull market, but that doesn't mean there aren't bargains to be found. Some stocks are still down by 50% or more from their pandemic-era peaks, setting up buying opportunities for companies that are poised to return to growth as the economy normalizes. Keep reading to see two stocks trading at a discount that are ready to pop.

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