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January 4, 2026

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Jan 4, 2026 by Daniel Sparks

Rivian Deliveries Tanked in Q4: What Investors Should Know

Are Rivian’s deliveries a red flag? Or is there more to the story?

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Jan 4, 2026 by Harsh Chauhan

Should You Buy Applied Digital Stock Before Jan. 7?

Applied Digital stock could start soaring once again following the release of its upcoming quarterly report.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Matt DiLallo

Could Utility Stocks Be the Next Big AI Winners?

Utility stocks could produce powerful total returns as electricity demand surges.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Maurie Backman

Social Security Isn’t Going Away. Should You Pretend That It Is?

Writing those benefits off in your head might do your retirement finances a world of good.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Daniel Sparks

Rivian Deliveries Tanked in Q4: What Investors Should Know

Are Rivian’s deliveries a red flag? Or is there more to the story?

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Jan 4, 2026 by Jennifer Saibil

Where Will Nvidia Stock Be in 1 Year?

It’s starting to head down. Is that a worrisome trend?

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Jan 4, 2026 by Harsh Chauhan

Should You Buy Applied Digital Stock Before Jan. 7?

Applied Digital stock could start soaring once again following the release of its upcoming quarterly report.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Matt DiLallo

Could Utility Stocks Be the Next Big AI Winners?

Utility stocks could produce powerful total returns as electricity demand surges.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Justin Pope

3 Cybersecurity Stocks You Can Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

These best-of-breed stocks should deliver the goods as the cybersecurity industry enters the artificial intelligence era.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Christy Bieber

Medicare Advantage Can No Longer Cover These Items in 2026

New CMS rules are imposing new restrictions on Medicare Advantage Plans.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Katie Brockman

Should You Really Invest in AI Stocks in 2026? Here’s What Other Investors Are Saying

Is AI headed for a bubble? Or is there still room for growth?

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Jan 4, 2026 by Sean Williams

Will the Stock Market Skyrocket in 2026 Under President Donald Trump? A Historically Flawless Correlation Will Be Put to the Test.

A 75-year correlation with a perfect track record suggests Wall Street’s benchmark index will soar more than 20% in the new year.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Steven Porrello

Should You Buy Archer Aviation While It’s Under $8?

Archer Aviation has dropped about 22% over the past year. Should you buy while it’s trading in single-digit territory?

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Jan 4, 2026 by Lee Samaha

How Good Has GE Aerospace Stock Actually Been?

Investors have been handsomely rewarded for buying the stock in recent years, and that run is testimony to the value in a long-term buy-and-hold strategy.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Daniel Foelber

4 Stocks to Buy in January That Could Join Nvidia in the $1 Trillion Club by 2030

Visa, ExxonMobil, Oracle, and Netflix have multi-year compounding potential for patient investors.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Joel O’Leary

3 Underrated Amex Platinum Perks Frequent Travelers Should Know About

The Amex Platinum can save you serious time, money, and stress if you travel often. Here are a few overlooked perks to know about.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Rich Smith

Can Virgin Galactic Earn Its First Profit in 2026?

There’s no realistic path to Virgin Galactic turning profitable in 2026 — or 2027, either.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Selena Maranjian

The Next Stock-Split Stock That Could Make You Rich

This company’s stock was recently priced at $660 per share, so a stock split wouldn’t be surprising.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Christy Bieber

If Your Social Security Benefit Is Above This Amount, Your Raise Will Beat the Average in 2026

Will your 2026 COLA be more or less than the one your fellow retirees receive?

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Jan 4, 2026 by Rich Smith

Who Will Build President Trump’s New Golden Fleet Battleships?

Everyone who’s anyone in defense should profit off the new Trump-class battleships, but Huntington Ingalls and General Dynamics may make the most money of all.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Matt DiLallo

Thinking About Buying a Rental Property in 2026? Consider These Passive Income Investments Instead.

REITs offer a lower cost and a more passive and predictable way to make income from real estate.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Joel O’Leary

Here’s How the Chase Freedom Unlimited® Could Earn You $820+ in a Year

Earn up to $820 in your first year with the Chase Freedom Unlimited card. See how the rewards stack up and why it just won Best Overall Cash Back Card for 2026.

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Jan 4, 2026 by Keith Speights

3 Artificial Intelligence Stocks to Buy in 2026 That Could Be Better Picks Than Palantir

These three AI winners appear to be safer bets than Palantir in the new year.

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