There’s no denying it: people love Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) products. They’re willing to pay top dollar for them, yet Apple made a savvy move in not raising the price of its least expensive new iPhone model. Furthermore, Apple has new, feature-rich products besides the iPhone 14. Sensible investors can continue to hold AAPL stock with confidence.
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I believe that the meme stock rallies we’ve seen play out in recent years aren’t likely to become commonplace. Therefore, finding the next big meme stock isn’t necessarily easy. The sorts of short squeezes and parabolic moves that have proliferated really defied the rules of theoretical finance. Seeing some of these rallies play out, by
Your effective tax rate can be calculated using Microsoft Excel through a few standard functions and an accurate breakdown of your income by tax bracket. Most of the legwork actually involves looking up the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tax brackets and segregating your taxable income into the correct cells. IRS Tax Brackets Every year, the
Dividend Rate vs. Dividend Yield: An Overview Dividend-paying stocks are very popular with investors because they provide a regular, steady stream of income. Companies that experience big cash flows, and don’t need to reinvest their money are the ones that normally pay out dividends to their investors. Dividend-rich industries include companies in the healthcare and
Based in California, Roblox (NYSE:RBLX) provides gamers with a fun, immersive and interactive platform. This might sound like a high-potential niche market to invest in. However, it appears that some overeager folks are trading RBLX stock as if it’s a video game. It’s definitely not a game, and investors should check Roblox’s financial metrics before taking
The National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index for August came in at a reading of 91.8, slightly beating expectations of 90. However, the index remains near a decade low as small businesses try to navigate historic inflation, labor shortages, and supply chain disruptions. August is the eighth straight month the index was below the 48-year
“The only thing that gives me pleasure is to see my dividend coming in.” –John D. Rockefeller. One of the simplest ways for companies to communicate financial well-being and shareholder value is to say “the dividend check is in the mail.” Dividends, those cash distributions that many companies pay out regularly from earnings to stockholders,
In this article 7974.T-JP OTLY RENT Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: Rent the Runway — Shares dropped 22% after the fashion rental company said it’s laying off 24% its corporate workforce. Additionally, Rent the Runway said it’s cutting $25 million to $27 million in fixed costs to deal with an uncertain
Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming in bear markets, but these seven retirement stocks can provide a boost to savings. Caterpillar (CAT): The heavy equipment manufacturer is enjoying strong demand for products. Constellation Brands (STZ): Introduced a new line of pre-mixed cocktails for consumers entertaining at home. Caterpillar (CAT): The heavy-equipment manufacturer is enjoying strong
Halloween comes but once a year, every October 31st. Even though it is a single day, it is nonetheless responsible for a great deal of consumer spending on everything from costumes and makeup to candy and party supplies to (of course) pumpkins. Based on the Keynesian school of economic thought, major spending holidays can have
The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is in full swing – but you might not feel this way if you own Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) stock. The automaker’s financial performance, unfortunately, includes some disappointing data points. Furthermore, RIVN stock hasn’t been a strong performer this year. On the other hand, a tie-in with German automotive giant Mercedes-Benz (OTCMKTS:DMLRY) could
With EV stocks and other renewables in the spotlight finding the best battery stock picks can be tough. September is historically the worst month for markets. Since 1928, the S&P 500 has fallen by a median of 0.42% during the month. It has provided positive returns just 44.7% of the time dating back nearly a
Finding stock picks to beat the market are rare finds nowadays. In September stock markets began on downbeat momentum following the S&P 500 rally throughout the summer. Euphoria gave way to a market slump. Markets reversed their mood when the Federal Reserve reiterated a tough stance during the annual meeting at Jackson Hole. The September
After-hours trading refers to trading that occurs after the market closes. It allows investors to buy and sell securities outside of regular trading hours. Trades in the after-hours session are completed through electronic communication networks (ECNs) that match potential buyers and sellers without using a traditional stock exchange. Key Takeaways After-hours trading occurs after regular market hours. Potential buyers
On Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, The Associated Press called the presidential election for Joe Biden. He became the official president-elect when the Electoral College’s vote was certified by Congress on Jan. 7, 2021, and he was sworn in as the 46th president of the United States on Jan. 20, 2021. On Jan. 5, 2021, Georgians
What Is GoHenry? GoHenry is an online app and debit card designed to help children from age six to 18 manage their allowances through intuitive budgeting and responsible spending. Launched in 2012, the United Kingdom-based company offers unique parental controls, letting moms and dads individually monitor the debit card transactions for each of their children.
Well, just when we thought sour sentiment, egged on by more hawkish talk from Federal Reserve officials, would drive the markets to new lows, a funny thing happened last week: buying–and a lot of it. Call it support, call it a trend reversal, or just call it a bearish bounce, but the buyers were back
Homeowner associations (HOAs) are entities that enforce the rules for living in a community that chooses to be governed. They are common in planned developments; you join them and agree to their terms and fees when you close on a home in a community with an HOA. Homeownership in these communities—also called membership—binds you to
Rates on 30-year mortgages are still elevated above 6%. But after registering dips both Thursday and Friday, the flagship average has eased a bit. That’s after twice approaching the 14-year high over the previous week. Today’s National Mortgage Rate Averages Rates on 30-year mortgages took another step back Friday, lowering the average by five basis
A customer shops for eggs in a Kroger grocery store on August 15, 2022 in Houston, Texas. Brandon Bell | Getty Images Inflation is still sizzling hot but is expected to have moderated in August, as gasoline prices dropped, supply chains improved and the cost of travel fell. The consumer price index is released Tuesday