Retirees Are Subtly Investing in This Vanguard Fund Following Its 12% Dividend Rise
Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF Increases Dividend Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) has raised its quarterly dividend by 12.56%. This ETF boasts a more diversified portfolio than the S&P 500, with a yield of 2.34%, making it an appealing option for retirees. A recent study has highlighted a single habit that could double retirement […]
Three Additional Stocks to Consider Investing In Before They Stop Being Affordable
Hello, I’m Susan Ziubinski, co-host of **Morning Filter** Podcast. Recently, Dave Sekera, who serves as Morningstar’s chief U.S. market strategist, shared some stock recommendations that, despite having seen gains lately, are still significantly undervalued compared to our fair value assessments. Among his picks were Clorox, Mondelez International, and Constellation Brands. Today, we’re going to explore […]
Palantir Stocks Drop 27% in 2026: Should You Consider Investing?
Let’s dive right in. Palantir, trading under the ticker PLTR, still seems pricey to me, which is why I haven’t added it to my portfolio just yet. You might wonder, why the hesitation? Well, despite the fact that this AI data and analytics company delivered impressive fourth-quarter results—showing a remarkable 70% increase in revenue year-over-year—the […]
6 Reasons I Avoid Investing in the Vanguard Total World Index ETF (VT)
The Vanguard Total World Index ETF: A Mixed Reception About 20 years ago, Vanguard launched its Total World Index ETF (VT). Even though there are clear benefits to these types of funds, they’ve struggled to gain traction, especially among investors focused on low-cost index mutual funds. One reason for the lukewarm reception was that it […]
As cryptocurrencies decline, consider investing in this one trillion-dollar dividend stock instead.
Investor interest in tech stocks and cryptocurrencies appears to be declining. Recently, several major tech companies reported results that fell short of expectations, and there seems to be a growing risk-off sentiment. This, combined with ongoing pressure on digital assets and a noticeable shift away from high-risk stocks, has impacted investor confidence. Notably, Bitcoin (BTCUSD) […]
Top California universities investing as much as $17M in Chat GPT and AI for students: ‘Completely rushed into it’
California Universities Spend Millions on AI Tools Amid Faculty Layoffs Recent reports reveal that several prestigious universities in California are investing millions in artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT for their students, raising eyebrows as they simultaneously let go of faculty members. For instance, the University of Southern California (USC), a well-known private research institution, spent […]
3 Reasons to Keep Investing in Oracle Stock Despite a 43% Drop in 6 Months
Important points ORCL has seen its stock drop 42% in six months, yet RPO surged 438% to $523 billion in Q2 FY26, indicating potential long-term revenue growth. To satisfy rising AI demand, ORCL is expanding its data centers and GPU capabilities, which should help cloud growth in Q3. Oracle’s multicloud database segment experienced an impressive […]
Hyderabad Real Estate: Risks to Consider Before Investing
Understanding the Risks of Real Estate Investment in Hyderabad The Telugu film industry produces about 250 films each year, yet only around 5% hit the mark and find success. It’s quite similar with real estate investments in Hyderabad, particularly when it comes to vacant land—many ventures fail. Real estate in Hyderabad isn’t a new phenomenon; […]
The AI Stocks Insiders Are Investing In for 2026
Insider buying at Salesforce and SentinelOne picks up as the new year approaches. After a period of quiet among insiders in AI firms, Salesforce and SentinelOne have recently seen activity from their management and board members in late 2025. Specifically, Salesforce and SentinelOne. Salesforce director David Blair Kirk, who was once the Chief Scientist and […]
Microsoft has reached its lowest point in eight months. Should you consider investing in AI stocks at this time?
Key Takeaways Microsoft exceeded expectations in its second quarter results for revenue and profits but still experienced a significant stock decline. Investor concerns center on ongoing capital expenses for AI advancements, slower consumer sector growth, and diminishing margins. The current price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is approximately 25x based on profit forecasts for fiscal year 2026. Microsoft […]