<link>https://www.fool.com</link><width>144</width><height>34</height></image><item><title>Is Viking Therapeutics a Top Takeover Target?</h1> <article> <h1>Is Viking Therapeutics a Top Takeover Target?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Jeff Siegel) — Sat, 23 May 2026 16:31:00 -0400</p> <p><strong>Viking Therapeutics</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="335108">(NASDAQ: VKTX)</span> increasingly looks like an acquisition candidate in biotech. But why?</p><p>It's because<a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/healthcare/pharmaceutical-stocks/"> large pharmaceutical companies</a> are desperate to secure obesity drug exposure, and Viking controls one of the more advanced independent GLP-1/GIP programs still available.</p><p>Its lead obesity candidate, VK2735, is currently being developed in both injectable and oral formulations. The company's Phase 3 VANQUISH obesity studies are already fully enrolled, while management expects to initiate Phase 3 trials for the oral tablet later this year. </p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/is-viking-therapeutics-a-top-takeover-target/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>What to Know About This Fund's $10 Million Nektar Bet Ahead of a Key Phase 3 Launch</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Jonathan Ponciano) — Sat, 23 May 2026 16:28:41 -0400</p> <p>On May 15, 2026, Prosight Management disclosed a buy of 180,367 shares of <strong>Nektar Therapeutics</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="204713">(NASDAQ:NKTR)</span>, an estimated $10.27 million trade based on quarterly average pricing.</p><p>According to a <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1617201/000142050626001036/0001420506-26-001036-index.html">Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing</a> dated May 15, 2026, Prosight Management increased its position in Nektar Therapeutics by 180,367 shares. The estimated value of the additional shares is $10.27 million, calculated using the average closing price for the quarter ending March 31, 2026. The quarter-end value of the firm’s Nektar Therapeutics stake rose by $29.43 million, a figure that includes both trading activity and share price appreciation.</p><p>Nektar Therapeutics is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of novel therapeutics for oncology and immunology indications. The company leverages proprietary drug discovery platforms and strategic partnerships to advance a diverse clinical pipeline. Its focus on innovative biologics and collaborative R&D positions it to address significant unmet needs in the global healthcare market.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/coverage/filings/2026/05/23/what-to-know-about-this-fund-s-usd10-million-nektar-bet-ahead-of-a-key-phase-3-launch/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>This Healthcare Investor Added $43 Million to a Genomics Leader Growing Volume 34%</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Jonathan Ponciano) — Sat, 23 May 2026 16:17:22 -0400</p> <p>On May 15, 2026, Prosight Management disclosed a purchase of 468,463 shares of <strong>GeneDx Holdings</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="345209">(NASDAQ:WGS)</span>, an estimated $42.72 million trade based on quarterly average pricing.</p><p>According to a <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1617201/000142050626001036/0001420506-26-001036-index.html">Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing</a> dated May 15, 2026, Prosight Management increased its holdings in GeneDx Holdings by 468,463 shares. The estimated transaction value, based on the average unadjusted closing price for the first quarter of 2026, was $42.72 million. The quarter-end value of the position, reflecting both price change and share addition, increased by $26.46 million to $33.62 million.</p><p>GeneDx Holdings Corp. aims to deliver actionable, science-based insights to healthcare providers, supporting improved outcomes and more informed medical decision-making. Its competitive edge lies in its ability to enable precision medicine through advanced data analytics.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/coverage/filings/2026/05/23/this-healthcare-investor-added-usd43-million-to-a-genomics-leader-growing-volume-34/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Is Goldman Sachs a Better Buy After Earnings Than Wall Street Thinks?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Courtney Carlsen) — Sat, 23 May 2026 16:16:00 -0400</p> <p>It is shaping up to be a massive year for initial public offerings (IPO). SpaceX recently confirmed that it plans to go public next month in what is expected <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/18/spacex-has-picked-a-date-for-its-ipo-heres-everyth/">to be the largest IPO ever</a>, with <strong>Goldman Sachs </strong><span class="ticker" data-id="203781">(NYSE: GS)</span> serving as the lead underwriter.</p><p>Over the past year, capital markets activity, which includes IPOs and mergers and acquisitions (M&A), has picked up amid strong public markets and a favorable regulatory backdrop. Goldman Sachs posted excellent first-quarter results, and the stock rose modestly after the earnings report. With that said, I think the investment <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/financials/bank-stocks/">bank stock</a> could be a better buy than Wall Street thinks. Here's why.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/is-goldman-sachs-stock-a-better-buy-after-earnings/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Billionaire Philippe Laffont Trimmed 8 of His Fund's Top 10 Positions Last Quarter. Here's What the Other 2 Have in Common.</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Adam Levy) — Sat, 23 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400</p> <p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/how-to-invest/famous-investors/philippe-laffont/">Philippe Laffont</a> is one of the smartest growth-stock investors in the market. His hedge fund Coatue Management oversees a $33 billion public equity portfolio with even more capital held in private companies.</p><p>Laffont often shifts his portfolio in response to macro factors, and last quarter saw a significant tilt. He sold off shares in eight of the fund's 10 largest positions while adding to just two of them.</p><p>There's a very notable commonality between the two positions Laffont added to last quarter. It's also echoed in a couple of other portfolio additions.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/billionaire-philippe-laffont-trimmed-8-of-his-fund/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>VOO vs. IVV: Which Popular S&P 500 ETF Is the Better Buy for Investors?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Katie Brockman) — Sat, 23 May 2026 15:58:26 -0400</p> <p>The <strong>iShares Core S&P 500 ETF</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="204116">(NYSEMKT:IVV)</span> and the <strong>Vanguard S&P 500 ETF</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="248475">(NYSEMKT:VOO)</span> both serve as foundational building blocks for long-term portfolios by tracking the <strong>S&P 500 index</strong>. </p><p>While they share the same objective and cost structure, subtle differences distinguish these two industry giants for individual investors.</p><p class="caption"><em>Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year monthly returns. The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months. Dividend yield is the trailing-12-month distribution yield.</em></p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/coverage/etfs/2026/05/23/voo-vs-ivv-which-popular-s-and-p-500-etf-is-the-better-buy-for-investors/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Intel Has Soared 225% in 2026. Here's Where the AI Stock Could Be By the End of 2028</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Harsh Chauhan) — Sat, 23 May 2026 15:49:00 -0400</p> <p><strong>Intel</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="204036">(NASDAQ: INTC)</span> investors are having a phenomenal year so far, as shares of the semiconductor giant have shot up nearly 225% in 2026 as of this writing.</p><p>Intel stock has benefited from multiple favorable developments this year. From its improving financial performance to the growing influence in artificial intelligence (AI) chips to the progress that Intel is making in its foundry business, investors have found several reasons to be upbeat about the stock in 2026.</p><p>But can this <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/information-technology/semiconductor-stocks/">semiconductor stock</a> sustain its impressive momentum and deliver more gains over the next two and a half years? Let's find out.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/intel-has-soared-225-in-2026-heres-where-the-ai-st/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Wall Street Analysts are Bullish on This Blue Chip Stock: Here's Why They're Wrong</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Dave Kovaleski) — Sat, 23 May 2026 15:45:00 -0400</p> <p><strong>Home Depot</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="203819">(NYSE: HD)</span> stock has struggled in 2026, trading down about 10% year to date.</p><p>The downward trajectory <span style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">of this blue chip stock, which is in the <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/indexes/dow-jones/" target="_blank">Dow Jones Industrial Average</a>, reflects the uncertainty investors feel</span> about rising prices and high interest rates. These macroeconomic concerns are keeping more consumers from moving and taking on home improvement projects.</p><p>But there was some hope this week, as Home Depot released first-quarter earnings on May 19 that were better than expected. Revenue increased about 5% year over year to $41.8 billion, beating the $41.5 billion analysts had targeted. Comparable store sales rose 0.6%.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/wall-street-bullish-blue-chip-stock-home-depot/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Can SoFi Become a Top-10 Bank? Here's Exactly How It Could Get There.</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Jennifer Saibil) — Sat, 23 May 2026 15:28:00 -0400</p> <p><span style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">The stock of <strong>SoFi Technologies</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="344590">(NASDAQ: SOFI)</span> has been absolutely crushed this year, and it just keeps sliding, down 42% year to date. </span>Is the market overreacting? CEO Anthony Noto has mentioned several times that his goal is for SoFi to become a top-10 bank.</p><p>Right now, it's the 50th-largest U.S. bank by assets, and it's been slowly rising through the rankings. It has $46 billion in assets, way behind the 10th-largest bank, Bank of New York Mellon, which has $381 billion. It will take a while for it to catch up, but there's a path, and the stock could follow it.</p><p>SoFi may be a small fish in a big pond, but it's a lot faster than nearly any of its competitors, which is why it has a chance against the leaders of the pack.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/can-sofi-become-a-top-10-bank-heres-exactly-how-it/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>2 Hypergrowth AI Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next Decade</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Keithen Drury) — Sat, 23 May 2026 15:14:00 -0400</p> <p>Hypergrowth artificial intelligence (AI) stocks aren't all that common. Many of the fastest-growing AI companies are still private, and most investors can't own their shares or trade them freely. However, there are a couple of stocks available right now posting incredible growth numbers that investors should be aware of.</p><p>The two hypergrowth AI stocks investors should take a closer look at are <strong>Nebius </strong><span class="ticker" data-id="225364">(NASDAQ: NBIS)</span> and <strong>CoreWeave</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="583927">(NASDAQ: CRWV)</span>. These two operate in similar spaces and are each seeing incredible demand. I think both of these stocks can make for smart portfolio additions, but investors must be aware of the roller-coaster ride they will be taken on when owning this duo, as high growth and risk are a recipe for volatility.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/hypergrowth-ai-stocks-buy-hold-decade-crwv-nbis/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Can Micron Stock Turn $1,000 Into $10,000?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Will Ebiefung) — Sat, 23 May 2026 15:05:00 -0400</p> <p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Micron Technology</span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> <span class="ticker" data-id="204594">(NASDAQ: MU)</span> has been one of the biggest winners in the </span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.fool.com/terms/g/generative-ai/" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true">generative artificial intelligence</span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> (AI) infrastructure boom, with shares up by over 800% over the last five years. The rally has been driven by growing demand for its high-bandwidth memory chips, which are vital components in AI data centers. At the moment, demand for memory chips well outstrips supply, and given the forecasts for the AI infrastructure build-out and how long it takes to get new foundries up and running, that situation </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">is unlikely to change for quite awhile. </span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">But after its impressive gains of recent years, can Micron stock still turn $1,000 invested today into $10,000 in the future, or is this rally more likely to fizzle out soon? My view: Investors shouldn't get too comfortable.</span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Many analysts believe generative AI could be as transformational as previous megatrends like the internet and mobile phones. And to capitalize on the opportunity, technology giants are spending eye-popping sums of money to accumulate the hardware needed to build data centers that run and train </span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.fool.com/terms/l/large-language-models/" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true">large language models</span></a> -- and that hardware<span data-preserver-spaces="true"> includes memory chips.</span></p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/can-micron-stock-turn-1000-into-10000/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Taking an RMD in 2026? Here's How It Could Affect Your Social Security Benefits</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Kailey Hagen, CFP) — Sat, 23 May 2026 15:00:00 -0400</p> <p>Once you turn 73, you no longer have complete control over when you take money from your retirement accounts. The IRS mandates required minimum distributions (RMDs) -- annual withdrawals from all tax-deferred retirement accounts -- and these can amount to thousands of dollars, depending on your age and account balances.</p><p>This could raise your tax bill, and it may have an unexpected effect on your Social Security benefits, too. Here's what you need to know.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/retirement/2026/05/23/taking-an-rmd-in-2026-heres-how-it-could-affect-yo/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Energy Fuels vs. Uranium Energy: Which Nuclear Energy Stock Belongs in Your Portfolio?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Courtney Carlsen) — Sat, 23 May 2026 14:45:00 -0400</p> <p>After years of stalled development, companies and governments are once again embracing nuclear energy. That's because this type of energy doesn't produce any emissions and also provides reliable, 24/7 baseload power, unlike intermittent renewables like solar and wind.</p><p>On top of this nuclear renaissance, the United States is seeking to secure domestic uranium supplies. This creates an opportunity for two of the largest U.S.-based miners today: <strong>Energy Fuels</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="288701">(NYSEMKT: UUUU)</span> and <strong>Uranium Energy </strong><span class="ticker" data-id="216586">(NYSEMKT: UEC)</span>.</p><p>Both companies provide investors with exposure to the bull market in <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/energy/nuclear/">nuclear energy</a> and to the strategic push to build U.S. uranium supply chains. Here's what you need to know about these companies and which one is right for you.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/energy-fuels-vs-uranium-energy-which-stock-belongs/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Teradata's Chief Product Officer Sold 15,000 Shares. What Does That Mean for Investors?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Robert Izquierdo) — Sat, 23 May 2026 14:34:05 -0400</p> <p>On May 19, 2026, <strong>Teradata Corporation</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="217376">(NYSE:TDC)</span> Chief Product Officer Sumeet Arora reported the sale of 15,000 shares in an open-market transaction, valued at approximately $495,000 according to the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/816761/000206723626000009/0002067236-26-000009-index.htm">SEC Form 4 filing</a>.</p><p><em>Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($33.00); post-transaction value based on May 18, 2026 market close ($32.77).</em></p><p>* 1-year performance calculated as of May 19, 2026.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/coverage/filings/2026/05/23/teradata-s-chief-product-officer-sold-15-000-shares-what-does-that-mean-for-investors/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>37.4% of Berkshire Hathaway's $330 Billion Portfolio Is Parked in 3 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Anthony Di Pizio) — Sat, 23 May 2026 14:30:00 -0400</p> <p>Warren Buffett served as the CEO of the <strong>Berkshire Hathaway</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="206249">(NYSE: BRKA)</span><span class="ticker" data-id="206602">(NYSE: BRKB)</span> holding company from 1965 to 2025. He built it into a $1 trillion conglomerate with numerous subsidiaries and a $330 billion portfolio of publicly traded stocks and securities. </p><p>Berkshire stock produced a compound annual return of 19.7% during Buffett's 60-year tenure, meaning a $500 investment in 1965 would have grown to $24.2 million by the end of 2025. The conglomerate's new CEO, Greg Abel, is a longtime student of <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/how-to-invest/famous-investors/warren-buffett-investments/">Buffett's simple strategy</a>, which involves investing in companies with steady growth, reliable earnings, and shareholder-friendly initiatives like dividends and stock buyback programs.</p><p>You will never find Buffett <em>or</em> Abel chasing the latest stock market trends, not even one as powerful as artificial intelligence (AI). However, at least three of Berkshire's current holdings are using AI to enhance their existing businesses, and they represent more than one-third of the value of its entire portfolio.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/374-berkshire-hathaways-330-billion-3-ai-stocks/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>If I Could Tell All Retirees 1 Thing About Social Security Right Now, It's This</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Katie Brockman) — Sat, 23 May 2026 14:20:00 -0400</p> <p>Social Security can make all the difference for some retirees, with around 60% of retired workers saying they rely on their benefits either "exclusively" or "heavily" as a source of income, according to The Motley Fool's <a href="https://www.fool.com/research/cost-of-living-adjustment-not-enough/">Annual Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment Survey</a>.</p><p>But between surging inflation and potential benefit cuts on the horizon, Social Security's future is shaky. If I could tell everyone just one thing, it's this: Have a backup plan ready.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/retirement/2026/05/23/if-i-could-tell-all-retirees-1-thing-about-social/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Don't Expect Oil Prices to Drop Until 2027. Here Are 2 Stocks to Buy for This Exact Scenario.</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Reuben Gregg Brewer) — Sat, 23 May 2026 14:15:00 -0400</p> <p>Darren Woods is the CEO of <strong>ExxonMobil</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="206209">(NYSE: XOM)</span>, one of the world's largest energy companies. When he talks, investors listen. Right now, Woods is warning that the market isn't fully recognizing the supply disruption from the geopolitical conflict in the Middle East. And even after the conflict ends, it could take a very long time for energy markets to get back to normal. If you think energy prices will remain elevated until 2027, you may want to buy <strong>Devon Energy</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="203351">(NYSE: DVN)</span> and <strong>Diamondback Energy</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="273716">(NASDAQ: FANG)</span>. Here's why.</p><p>The first reason to buy Devon and Diamondback if you expect <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/energy/oil-stocks/">oil prices</a> to remain elevated, or even rise further, is that they are upstream-focused businesses. That means that they are focused on producing oil and natural gas. High energy prices are a huge benefit to their top- and bottom-lines. </p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/dont-expect-oil-prices-to-drop-until-2027-here-are/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Elon Musk Just Linked SpaceX, xAI, Tesla, and Nvidia Into 1 Trade. Here's How to Position Your Portfolio.</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Adam Spatacco) — Sat, 23 May 2026 14:14:00 -0400</p> <p>Elon Musk's businesses have always thrived on an audacious convergence of vision, data, talent, and capital. The upcoming initial public offering (IPO) of SpaceX has helped crystallize a lucrative opportunity most investors are overlooking: a <a href="https://www.fool.com/terms/v/vertically-integrated/">vertically integrated</a> technology stack that spans silicon, proprietary software, training data, orbital infrastructure, and physical artificial intelligence (AI).</p><p>The result is not merely a portfolio of independent companies but rather a compounding basket featuring an AI-native industrial complex. Investors who grasp the integrations Musk is forming stand to benefit handsomely. Let's unpack how investors can best position their portfolios to benefit from exposure to Musk's empire.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Nvidia.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/elon-musk-just-linked-spacex-xai-tesla-and-nvidia/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>The Best Blue Chip Stock to Buy After This Year's Market Pullback</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Dave Kovaleski) — Sat, 23 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400</p> <p><strong>McDonald's</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="204400">(NYSE: MCD)</span> has long been a member of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The U.S.'s largest <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/consumer-discretionary/restaurant-stocks/fast-food-stocks/">fast food restaurant</a> chain serves as a bellwether for consumer sentiment and the state of the economy.</p><p>In the first quarter of 2026, consumer sentiment was not good, and that did not help McDonald's stock at all. But things really fell apart in March after the war in Iran began.</p><p>McDonald's shares are down roughly 9% year to date. But since the war in Iran started, shares have tanked 18%, going from $341 per share on Feb. 27 to the current $278 per share. </p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/the-best-blue-chip-stock-to-buy-after-this-years-m/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Is O-I Glass Stock a Buy After a Company Director Purchased 12,000 Shares?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Robert Izquierdo) — Sat, 23 May 2026 13:59:34 -0400</p> <p>On May 15, 2026, Board of Directors member Samuel R. Chapin reported the acquisition of 12,000 shares of <strong>O-I Glass</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="204801">(NYSE:OI)</span> through an open-market purchase, as disclosed in a <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/812074/000122520826005478/0001225208-26-005478-index.htm">SEC Form 4 filing</a>.</p><p><em>Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($8.51); post-transaction value based on May 15, 2026 market close ($8.35).</em></p><p>* 1-year performance is calculated using May 15, 2026 as the reference date.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/coverage/filings/2026/05/23/is-o-i-glass-stock-a-buy-after-a-company-director-purchased-12-000-shares/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>3 Reasons Retiring With a Mortgage Isn't All That Bad</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Maurie Backman) — Sat, 23 May 2026 13:52:00 -0400</p> <p>"Make sure to retire debt-free." It's advice you'll see all over the internet if you're nearing retirement and are trying to solidify your financial plans.</p><p>Of course, it's easy to see why experts recommend trying to shed all debt prior to retirement. Once you stop working, you may end up with a limited income that consists of <a href="https://www.fool.com/retirement/social-security/">Social Security</a> benefits and retirement plan withdrawals. Not having that income monopolized by debt payments could give you a lot more breathing room.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/retirement/2026/05/23/3-reasons-retiring-with-a-mortgage-isnt-all-that-b/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Can Micron Stock Keep Climbing? 2 Catalysts Wall Street Is Missing.</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Adam Spatacco) — Sat, 23 May 2026 13:45:00 -0400</p> <p><strong>Micron Technology</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="204594">(NASDAQ: MU)</span> has delivered one of the most explosive rallies of 2026, with share prices surging nearly 150%. What began as a classic memory-cycle recovery has evolved into something more unique: A structural re-rating driven by artificial intelligence's (AI's) appetite for <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/19/micron-stock-expensive-725-math-why-cheap/">high-speed memory</a>.</p><p>The question smart investors are asking is not whether Micron's ascent was justified, but whether it can continue. Below, I'll explore two forces that could propel the stock higher even after the obvious AI infrastructure tailwinds are priced in.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Micron Technology.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/can-micron-stock-keep-climbing-2-catalysts-wall-st/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Working While Collecting Social Security? Here's What You Need to Know to Minimize Taxes.</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Dana George) — Sat, 23 May 2026 13:30:00 -0400</p> <p>Whether you claimed Social Security at age 62 or waited until 70, it's possible you've decided to continue working. If that's the case, it's important to understand how employment income impacts your tax liability, and more importantly, how to minimize the taxes you're on the hook to pay. Here are three ways to potentially minimize the amount you owe.</p><p>Keep track of your earned income and check your numbers at least quarterly. If the total of your Social Security benefits added to your earned income will push you into a higher tax bracket, look for ways to cut back on earned income for the year. For example, you may negotiate your work schedule to stay below the tax bracket threshold or defer bonuses to the following year.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/retirement/2026/05/23/working-while-collecting-social-security-what-to/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Prediction: Quantum Computing Is 2026's Most Underrated Tech Trend</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Leo Sun) — Sat, 23 May 2026 13:29:36 -0400</p> <p>Quantum computing is often considered a speculative field, since those systems are still primarily used for niche government and research projects rather than mainstream computing applications. Quantum systems are much more powerful than classical computers, but they're also bigger, pricier, consume more power, and make more mistakes.</p><p>But from 2025 to 2030, Grand View Research expects the global <a href="https://www.fool.com/terms/q/quantum-computing/">quantum computing market</a> to expand at a 20.5% CAGR as smaller, more scalable, and more accurate systems hit the market. They could also be deployed for a broader range of purposes, including processing <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/information-technology/ai-stocks/">AI tasks</a>, streamlining supply chains, developing new drugs, and strengthening cybersecurity services.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/prediction-quantum-computing-is-2026s-most-underra/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Mark Your Calendar: NuScale Power Could Be a Very Different Stock by Aug. 31</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Ryan Vanzo) — Sat, 23 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400</p> <p><strong>NuScale Power</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="427390">(NYSE: SMR)</span> stock has huge potential. Interest in <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/energy/nuclear/">nuclear energy</a> is skyrocketing thanks to soaring energy demand from <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/information-technology/ai-stocks/">artificial intelligence (AI) companies</a>, which in turn rely on energy-intensive <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/real-estate-investing/reit/data-center-reit/">data center infrastructure</a>. In the coming years, trillions of dollars will be spent scaling additional data center infrastructure, adding ever more demand for clear, reliable energy sources like nuclear. </p><p>NuScale is taking a novel approach to nuclear. Instead of building massive power plants -- what experts typically call conventional nuclear power plants -- NuScale specializes in small modular reactors, or SMRs. SMRs are quicker and cheaper to build, meaning they can meet AI's rising energy demands more immediately than conventional plants. And because SMRs are modular, they can be added to in the future, meaning their small initial size isn't a permanent limiting factor for energy generation capacity. </p><p>In 2023, NuScale became the first company in the U.S. to have an SMR design approved for construction. Afterward, the company signed a major deal with ENTRA1 and the Tennessee Valley Authority for a 6-gigawatt SMR system to serve the eastern U.S. But the company also has projects abroad, such as its 462-megawatt project in Romania.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/mark-your-calendar-stock-could-be-a-very-different/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>3 Space Companies Recently Went Public -- This Is How I'd Rank Them</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Jack Delaney) — Sat, 23 May 2026 12:45:00 -0400</p> <p>The biggest space stock initial public offering (IPO) of the year, in terms of both the amount expected to be raised and the attention it will ultimately receive, will be the SpaceX IPO. Still, that doesn't mean there aren't other opportunities out there.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/17/how-much-will-spacex-stock-be-worth-by-2030-heres/">Outside of the SpaceX IPO</a>, <strong>HawkEye 360</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="682957">(NYSE: HAWK)</span> and <strong>York Space Systems</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="652006">(NYSE: YSS)</span> went public this year, and <strong>MDA Space</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="477512">(NYSE: MDA)</span> also completed a U.S. IPO, with the Canadian company now having its shares trade on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX).</p><p>In order of the most appealing investable opportunities, here's how I rank them.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/3-space-companies-recently-went-public-this-is-how/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>My Top 3 Recession-Proof Utilities Stocks for May 2026</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (James Brumley) — Sat, 23 May 2026 12:30:00 -0400</p> <p>At first blush, there's no apparent immediate threat of a recession.</p><p>Now look again. Inflation is creeping up, reaching nearly a three-year high of 3.8% last month. The Federal Reserve isn't exactly in a position to do much about it, either. The best weapon for combating inflation is higher interest rates. Still, the already wobbly (and highly indebted) U.S. economy could crumble under the weight of even just one or two rate increases.</p><p>Connect the dots. Owning stocks isn't exactly a low-risk proposition here. There is one exception to this concern, however. That's largely about recession-proof utility stocks, which offer services that consumers and corporations alike must continue paying for regardless of the economic backdrop.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/my-top-3-recession-proof-utilities-stocks-for-may/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Seven Six Bets on Dauch Corp. (DCH) by Purchasing 565,000 Shares</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Cory Renauer) — Sat, 23 May 2026 12:21:36 -0400</p> <p>According to a <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/2021188/000202118826000004/0002021188-26-000004-index.html">May 18, 2026 SEC filing</a>, Seven Six Capital Management, LLC disclosed a new position in <strong>Dauch</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="202896">(NYSE:DCH)</span> of 565,936 shares. The estimated transaction value was $3.94 million, calculated using the quarter’s average share price. The quarter-end value of the position was $3.36 million, reflecting both the share acquisition and subsequent stock price movements.</p><p>Dauch is a leading supplier of driveline and metal forming technologies, supporting a broad mix of electric, hybrid, and traditional vehicle architectures. With a global manufacturing footprint and a diversified customer base, it leverages engineering expertise to deliver critical components to automotive and industrial clients.</p><p>It appears that Seven Six Capital Management is bullish on the automotive industry. Dauch was the second largest addition the firm made to its portfolio in the first quarter. The largest addition to the portfolio in the first quarter was <strong>Amcor</strong>, a company focused on innovative packaging.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/coverage/filings/2026/05/23/seven-six-bets-on-dauch-corp-dch-by-purchasing-565-000-shares/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>A Klaviyo Director Sold Over 9,000 Company Shares. What Does That Mean for Investors?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Robert Izquierdo) — Sat, 23 May 2026 12:17:18 -0400</p> <p>Susan St. Ledger, a member of the Board of Directors at Klaviyo, disclosed the sale of 9,334 shares of Series A Common Stock for a transaction value of approximately $133,000, as reported in the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1835830/000147083126000481/0001470831-26-000481-index.htm">SEC Form 4 filing</a>.</p><p><em>Transaction and post-transaction values based on SEC Form 4 weighted average price ($14.27).</em></p><p>* 1-year performance calculated using May 18, 2026 as the reference date.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/coverage/filings/2026/05/23/a-klaviyo-director-sold-over-9-000-company-shares-what-does-that-mean-for-investors/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Is ICF International Stock a Buy After a Company Director Purchased 8,000 Shares?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Robert Izquierdo) — Sat, 23 May 2026 12:16:32 -0400</p> <p>Board of Directors member Michael J. Van Handel reported the open-market purchase of 8,000 shares of <strong>ICF International</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="209612">(NASDAQ:ICFI)</span> on May 15, 2026, for a total consideration of approximately $491,000, according to a <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1362004/000122520826005466/0001225208-26-005466-index.htm">SEC Form 4 filing</a>.</p><p><em>Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($61.39).</em></p><p>Note: 1-year price performance calculated using May 15, 2026 as the reference date.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/coverage/filings/2026/05/23/is-icf-international-stock-a-buy-after-a-company-director-purchased-8-000-shares/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Billionaire Chase Coleman Just Increased His Stake in These 3 Top Semiconductor Stocks. Are They Still Buys?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Geoffrey Seiler) — Sat, 23 May 2026 12:15:00 -0400</p> <p>One of the premier tech investors today is Tiger Global's Chase Coleman, and the billionaire hedge fund manager was busy putting money to work in a trio of <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/information-technology/semiconductor-stocks/">semiconductor stocks</a> in Q1. With the artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure market booming, this is still a great place to find top <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/types-of-stocks/growth-stocks/">growth stocks</a>.</p><p>During the quarter, Coleman added to his already large holdings in <strong>Nvidia</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="204770">(NASDAQ: NVDA)</span>, <strong>Broadcom</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="222667">(NASDAQ: AVGO)</span>, and <strong>Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="205813">(NYSE: TSM)</span>. All three stocks are among his top 10 holdings, with Nvidia at No. 2 behind Alphabet, at 9.2% of his holdings; TSMC at No. 4, with an 8.2% position; and Broadcom at No. 7, at 4.9% of his portfolio.</p><p>Let's look at what might have attracted Coleman to these names and why they all still look like solid buys.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/billionaire-chase-coleman-just-increased-his-stake/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>This "Magnificent Seven" Stock Is the Worst Performer of 2026. Is It Finally a Buy?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Daniel Sparks) — Sat, 23 May 2026 12:03:00 -0400</p> <p>The "Magnificent Seven" began 2026 in a hole. Every member slid in the year's first few months as investors started questioning how much they had been paying for promises tied to <a href="https://www.fool.com/terms/a/artificial-intelligence/">artificial intelligence (AI)</a>. Since then, however, most of the group has climbed back. As of this writing, the seven are collectively higher on the year, the S&P 500 is up more than 8%, and Alphabet has jumped more than 20%.</p><p>But one name has been left out of the rebound. <strong>Microsoft</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="204577">(NASDAQ: MSFT)</span> is down about 13% so far in 2026, the worst showing in the group. Even <strong>Tesla</strong>, which had been vying with Microsoft for last place earlier in the year, has since pulled ahead -- as have chipmaker <strong>Nvidia</strong>, fresh off another strong quarter, and iPhone maker <strong>Apple</strong>.</p><p>What makes the gap unusual is that the business itself hasn't stumbled. So, with the stock sitting at the back of the pack, is the software and cloud giant's stock finally worth buying?</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/this-magnificent-seven-stock-is-the-worst-performe/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Altria Just Posted Its Strongest Growth in Years, but There's a Catch</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (David Jagielski, CPA) — Sat, 23 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400</p> <p><span data-sheets-root="1">Tobacco giant <strong>Altria </strong><span class="ticker" data-id="204556">(NYSE: MO)</span> has been struggling to generate much growth in recent years. As fewer people smoke, the company has been pivoting to other, less harmful products for consumers. It's been a challenging journey for the company, and there's no denying that smokeable tobacco is still its core business, and it's going to remain that way for the foreseeable future.</span></p><p><span data-sheets-root="1">When the company recently reported earnings, there was a positive surprise for investors, or so it seemed anyway. Sales were up 5% from the same period compared to a year ago. That's not the type of growth investors have been accustomed to seeing from the company. But when looking at the bigger picture, the results look far less exciting.</span></p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/altria-just-posted-its-strongest-growth-in-years-b/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>This Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Will Beat Nvidia, AMD, Broadcom, and Intel to Become the Biggest Winner in AI Inference</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Harsh Chauhan) — Sat, 23 May 2026 11:59:00 -0400</p> <p>Consulting giant Deloitte noted in November last year that inference workloads will be the next big thing in artificial intelligence (AI) in 2026. According to Deloitte, inference will account for two-thirds of AI computing power this year, up from 50% in 2025.</p><p>Deloitte estimates the market for inference-focused AI chips could reach $50 billion this year. McKinsey, on the other hand, estimates that AI inference workloads in data centers could jump from almost 21 gigawatts (GW) last year to 93 GW in 2030, clocking a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 35%.</p><p>Not surprisingly, there is a race among AI chipmakers to make inference-focused processors to capitalize on this lucrative growth opportunity. From <strong>Nvidia</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="204770">(NASDAQ: NVDA)</span> to <strong>Advanced Micro Devices</strong> to <strong>Broadcom</strong> to <strong>Intel</strong>, everyone is trying to make the most efficient chips that can run AI inference applications cost-effectively in data centers and at the edge.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/this-artificial-intelligence-ai-stock-will-beat-nv/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Is Unusual Machines Stock a Buy After Bouncing Back This Week?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Howard Smith) — Sat, 23 May 2026 11:54:15 -0400</p> <p class="p1">Investors sold <strong>Unusual Machines</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="545628">(NYSEMKT: UMAC)</span> stock after it reported earnings on May 14. That sell-off continued into this week, with the stock down as much as 9% at the low. But shares of the drone component maker rebounded sharply as investors considered the potential of this small-cap stock. </p><p class="p1">Unusual Machines stock ended the week in the black, up by 3.6%, according to data provided by <a href="http://marketintelligence.spglobal.com/"><span class="s1">S&P Global Market Intelligence</span></a>.</p><p class="caption">Image source: The Motley Fool.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/is-unusual-machines-stock-buy-after-bouncing-back/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Every Analyst Is Watching the Wrong AI Stock. Here's the One That Actually Matters.</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Micah Zimmerman) — Sat, 23 May 2026 11:45:00 -0400</p> <p>The artificial intelligence (AI) conversation in 2026 still mostly revolves around GPUs and large language models. I was talking about AI with friends over the weekend, and the discussion never really moved beyond companies like OpenAI and Anthropic. It seems like most investment analysts do the same.</p><p>That focus is understandable, but it overlooks the layer that determines whether any of those GPUs can actually do useful work at scale: the network.<strong> Arista Networks</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="289181">(NYSE: ANET)</span> sits at the center of that layer, and despite a year of strong fundamentals, it remains less covered than the <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/information-technology/">tech and chip names</a> that depend on its products to function.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/every-analyst-is-watching-the-wrong-ai-stock-heres/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>How Comfort Systems USA Is Playing a Crucial Role in the AI Revolution</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Catie Hogan) — Sat, 23 May 2026 11:30:00 -0400</p> <p>The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is mostly associated with data centers, semiconductors, and hyperscalers. We don't normally think of heating, cooling, and plumbing companies in that mix. Strangely enough, this is an oversight. <strong>Comfort Systems USA </strong><span class="ticker" data-id="203586">(NYSE: FIX)</span>, a commercial <span id="merriam_webster_search_results">heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (</span>HVAC) and mechanical services company, is one of the less-obvious winners of the AI <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/industrials/construction-stocks/infrastructure-stocks/">infrastructure boom</a>.</p><p>AI models require an incredible amount of computing power, which creates significant heat. Heat is generated in data centers, which range in size from thousands to millions of square feet. These facilities require complex thermal management systems to prevent overheating. </p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/how-comfort-systems-usa-is-playing-a-crucial-role/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Ford Makes Another Push to Turn Around a Key Market -- Will This Time Be Different?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Daniel Miller) — Sat, 23 May 2026 11:15:00 -0400</p> <p><strong>Ford Motor Company</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="203490">(NYSE: F)</span> has been doing business in Europe for over 100 years, and maybe that's one reason why the Detroit icon has trouble throwing in the towel on the region. Over the past 25 years Ford has made numerous major restructurings of its European business, only for the struggle to continue.</p><p>In the midst of its newest overhaul, we're now finding out exactly what new models will drive Ford's next attempt to make Europe a bigger part of its bottom line. Except this time, there's a growing threat that is likely to make it even more challenging than in the past.</p><p>This latest Euro overhaul <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/consumer-discretionary/automotive-stocks/">comes with a different Ford flavor</a>. The automaker is combining off-road vehicle design and on-road performance, with more rally-like capability designed to match Europe's unique setting, with winding, narrow roads and alpine passes. By the end of 2029, Ford plans to launch five all-new passenger vehicles to go on the offensive. </p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/ford-makes-another-push-to-turn-around-key-market/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Working and Claiming Social Security Early Could Cost You Thousands in Lost Benefits. Here's Why That Could Actually Be a Good Thing.</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Kailey Hagen, CFP) — Sat, 23 May 2026 11:10:00 -0400</p> <p>You might already know that claiming Social Security can result in a pretty steep penalty. Those who sign up as soon as they're eligible shrink their checks by up to 30%, and that reduction is usually permanent.</p><p>But for some early Social Security claimers, that's not the worst of it. They can lose even more from their checks if they earn more than a certain amount from their jobs. However, there's actually a hidden upside to that.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/retirement/2026/05/23/working-and-claiming-social-security-early-could-c/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Bloom Energy Stock Is Up Big in 2026. Is There Still Time to Get In?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Steven Porrello) — Sat, 23 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400</p> <p><strong>Bloom Energy</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="215206">(NYSE: BE)</span> is a clean energy company that makes solid-oxide fuel cell systems. In a nutshell, these servers convert fuel, like natural gas, into electricity through a chemical reaction, producing no smog or smoke and far less carbon dioxide than fossil fuels.</p><p>Bloom's valuation has exploded over the year -- gaining over 1,200% since this time last May -- largely due to demand from new <a href="https://www.fool.com/terms/d/data-center/">data centers</a> for clean, reliable power. To put it into numbers: Its first-quarter revenue grew 130% since last year, bolstered by 208% product revenue growth, and it now expects to bring in $3.4 billion to $3.8 billion for 2026 -- a record for the company if it can pull it off. </p><p>As one might expect, the rally has pushed this <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/types-of-stocks/growth-stocks/">growth stock</a> into a red-hot valuation. At today's price of roughly $240, Bloom Energy trades at a $72 billion market capitalization, with a forward price-to-earnings ratio in the triple digits and a price-to-book ratio of about 80. </p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/bloom-is-up-big-in-2026-is-there-still-time/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>2 High-Yield Energy Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (James Halley) — Sat, 23 May 2026 10:45:00 -0400</p> <p data-path-to-node="0">The <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/energy/">energy</a> sector is a key part of the global economy and encompasses a wide range, from an oil-producing and refining company such as <strong>HF Sinclair</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="418015">(NYSE: DINO)</span> to a midstream company such as <strong>The Williams Companies</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="206077">(NYSE: WMB)</span>, which transports natural gas through its pipelines.</p><p data-path-to-node="0">What those two have in common is elite dividends that more than double the <strong>S&P 500</strong> average of 1.06%. Here are three reasons to buy each stock. </p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/2-high-yield-energy-stocks-to-buy-and-hold-forever/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>XTI Aerospace (XTIA) Q1 2026 Earnings Transcript</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Motley Fool Transcribing) — Sat, 23 May 2026 10:36:41 -0400</p> <p style="margin-top: 0.5rem; font-size: 0.875rem; color: #666;">Image source: The Motley Fool.</p><p>Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. ET</p><p><strong>Need a quote from a Motley Fool analyst? Email pr@fool.com</strong><br/></p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/earnings/call-transcripts/2026/05/23/xti-aerospace-xtia-q1-2026-earnings-transcript/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Litecoin Has Been Around Since 2011 -- Here's Why It's Still Relevant</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Leo Sun) — Sat, 23 May 2026 10:30:00 -0400</p> <p><strong>Litecoin</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="343756">(CRYPTO: LTC)</span>, which was launched in Oct. 2011, started trading at $0.30 per token. It reached an all-time high of $412.96 in May 2021, but it now trades at about $54.</p><p>A $1,000 investment in its first trade would have grown to $1.38 million before shrinking back to about $180,000 today. That 17,900% gain is still impressive, but some investors might think Litecoin is losing ground to leading cryptocurrencies like <strong>Bitcoin</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="343539">(CRYPTO: BTC)</span>. Let's see why it's still relevant in today's crypto market -- and where it might head over the next few years.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/litecoin-has-been-around-since-2011-heres-why-its/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Rivian Automotive vs. Lucid: Which EV Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Howard Smith) — Sat, 23 May 2026 10:22:32 -0400</p> <p>The electric vehicle (EV) market remains a battleground of innovation and scale, with legacy makers and newcomers vying for dominance. Choosing between <strong>Rivian Automotive</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="382130">(NASDAQ:RIVN)</span> and <strong>Lucid Group</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="345202">(NASDAQ:LCID)</span> requires looking at their distinct paths toward profitability.</p><p>Rivian builds rugged trucks and SUVs for the outdoors, while Lucid specializes in ultra-luxury sedans with record-setting range. Both companies are scaling production during a pivotal period for the automotive market while facing intense competition for market share.</p><p>Rivian Automotive focuses on the production of high-end electric adventure vehicles, including the R1T pickup and the R1S SUV. The company also operates a commercial division that sells delivery vans directly to business clients like <strong>Amazon </strong><span class="ticker" data-id="202816">(NASDAQ:AMZN)</span>. Customer concentration like this adds a layer of risk to the business, as a significant portion of its future success is tied to a single buyer. Rivian builds vehicles for the adventure-oriented segment of <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/consumer-discretionary/">consumer discretionary stocks</a> and hopes to expand its footprint in global markets.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/coverage/better-buy/2026/05/23/rivian-automotive-vs-lucid-which-ev-stock-is-a-better-buy-in-2026/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Here Are My Top 3 Oil Stocks Right Now</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Reuben Gregg Brewer) — Sat, 23 May 2026 10:15:00 -0400</p> <p>Given the importance of oil and natural gas to the global economy, every investor should probably have some exposure to the energy sector. I personally own one oil stock, yet I'm not the least bit worried about oil prices. That's notable because the geopolitical conflict in the Middle East has made high oil prices headline-grabbing news.</p><p>If all you care about is finding a way to profit from rising oil prices over the short term, you'll probably want to buy a dedicated energy producer like <strong>Devon Energy</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="203351">(NYSE: DVN)</span>. Notably, its production is unaffected by the Middle East disruptions because it is U.S.-focused. But if you are a long-term investor, you'll want to take a more balanced approach to the energy sector, buying stocks like <strong>ExxonMobil</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="206209">(NYSE: XOM)</span>, <strong>Chevron</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="203255">(NYSE: CVX)</span>, and, in my case, <strong>TotalEnergies</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="470497">(NYSE: TTE)</span>. Here's why these three energy giants are my top oil stocks right now.</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/here-are-my-top-3-oil-stocks-right-now/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>2 Stocks I Plan to Hold for the Next 20 Years</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Leo Sun) — Sat, 23 May 2026 10:05:00 -0400</p> <p>The S&P 500 is hovering near its record high, and the benchmark index looks historically expensive at 32 times earnings. However, many investors are still rushing into this frothy market, expecting the market's top-performing stocks to keep rising.</p><p>While many of these stocks might head higher over the long term, they could pull back sharply before that happens. That downturn could shake many bullish investors out of the market. As Peter Lynch once said, "Everyone is a long-term investor until the market goes down."</p><p class="caption">Image source: Getty Images.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/2-stocks-i-plan-to-hold-for-the-next-20-years/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>The 1 Tech Stock I Think Has More Upside Than Anything Else in the S&P 500 Right Now</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Brett Schafer) — Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400</p> <p>The world is infatuated with anything artificial intelligence (<a href="https://www.fool.com/terms/a/artificial-intelligence/">AI</a>) or energy in 2026. These trends have driven the <strong>S&P 500 </strong>index up 7% year to date, despite fits and starts amid the U.S. conflict in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Some stocks, including <strong>Micron Technology</strong>, are up by more than 100% so far this year.</p><p>Index fund investors have gotten quite rich in this environment. But the index has also been driven to a high price-to-earnings ratio (<a href="https://www.fool.com/terms/p/pe-ratio/">P/E</a>), with many stocks trading at expensive levels. For contrarian investors, now is the time to look away from the heavy hitters of the S&P 500 to cheaper stocks around the world.</p><p>Here's one technology stock I like more than anything in the S&P 500 right now: <strong>MercadoLibre</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="216568">(NASDAQ: MELI)</span>.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/the-1-tech-stock-i-think-has-more-upside-than/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Down 30%, Is Now the Time to Buy Home Depot Stock?</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Geoffrey Seiler) — Sat, 23 May 2026 09:45:00 -0400</p> <p>For the sixth straight quarter, <strong>Home Depot </strong><span class="ticker" data-id="203819">(NYSE: HD)</span> squeezed out positive U.S. same-store sales when it reported its fiscal first-quarter results on May 19. That follows a period in which the company saw its U.S. same-store sales decline for eight consecutive quarters. In a bit of irony, the stock held up very well during this tough sales stretch, but more recently, the share price is down nearly 30% from its highs despite turning the corner on the sales front.</p><p>Let's take a closer look at the home improvement <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/stock-market/market-sectors/consumer-discretionary/retail-stocks/">retailer's</a> fiscal Q1 report and prospects to see if now is a good time to buy the stock.</p><p>Home Depot saw its global comparable-store sales edge up 0.6% higher in fiscal Q1, marking its fourth straight quarter of positive growth. Meanwhile, U.S. same-store sales growth increased by 0.4%. While it hasn't seen robust growth over the past year, it's been a steady improvement compared to the prior two years, as seen in the table below. </p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/down-30-is-now-the-time-to-buy-home-depot-stock/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Qualcomm vs. Intel: What Recent Revenue Trends Tell Investors</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Robert Izquierdo) — Sat, 23 May 2026 09:44:01 -0400</p> <p><strong>Qualcomm</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="205173">(NASDAQ:QCOM)</span> primarily generates revenue by developing and licensing foundational wireless technologies and selling integrated circuits to device manufacturers worldwide.</p><p>While establishing a coalition with several companies to plan global 6G deployment, it reported about 70% net income margin for the quarter ended March 29, 2026.</p><p><strong>Intel</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="204036">(NASDAQ:INTC)</span> earns its revenue by designing and manufacturing computer components, processors, and computing systems for original equipment manufacturers and cloud providers.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/coverage/charts/2026/05/23/qualcomm-vs-intel-what-recent-revenue-trends-tell-investors/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> <article> <h1>Why American Express Is Still a Top Buffett Stock After All These Years</h1> <p>newsfeedback@fool.com (Courtney Carlsen) — Sat, 23 May 2026 09:32:00 -0400</p> <p>Every quarter, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requires institutional investors with over $100 million in assets to list exactly what U.S. publicly traded stocks they own, how many shares they hold, and the total dollar amount of those positions.</p><p>One company that investors follow religiously is <strong>Berkshire Hathaway</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="206249">(NYSE: BRKA)</span><span class="ticker" data-id="206602">(NYSE: BRKB)</span>. Investors have finally caught a glimpse of what Berkshire bought and sold during the first quarter. The conglomerate trimmed several stocks from its portfolio, but its top three holdings remained steady: <strong>Apple</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="202686">(NASDAQ: AAPL)</span>, <strong>American Express</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="202897">(NYSE: AXP)</span>, and <strong>Coca-Cola</strong> <span class="ticker" data-id="204186">(NYSE: KO)</span>.</p><p>American Express is a quintessential <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/how-to-invest/famous-investors/warren-buffett-investments/">Warren Buffett investment</a> that Berkshire Hathaway has owned for decades, and there's one major reason why it remains a top holding after all these years.</p><p><a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/23/why-american-express-is-still-a-top-buffett-stock/?source=iedfolrf0000001">Continue reading</a></p> </article> </main></body></html>