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Amazon briefly considered showing tariff-related costs on some product pages but abandoned the idea following criticism from the White House and a direct call from President Trump to Jeff Bezos.  Today's Stocks & Topics: SCCO - Southern Copper Corp., Market Wrap, Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS), STIP - iShares 0-5 Year TIPS Bond ETF, Amazon Drops Plan to Show Tariff Charges on P...

Choose the best option for your portfolio and financial goals by using the various ways to invest in gold, including mining stocks, gold ETFs, futures, and purchasing physical gold.  Today's Stocks & Topics: EWZ - iShares MSCI Brazil ETF, Market Wrap, ODFL - Old Dominion Freight Line Inc., A Simple Guide to Investing in Gold, NEM - Newmont Corp., GOOG - Alphabet Inc. Cl C, Economic Impact of t...

Rising stagflation risks are marked by slow economic growth and high inflation; and they can impact your investments, spending, and overall financial planning.  Today's Stocks & Topics: TTC - Toro Co., Market Wrap, JEPQ - J.P. Morgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF, What Does Stagflation Mean for Your Wallet?, Following Politicians Stock Trades, KPP Newsletter, Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury...

A decline in the US dollar can affect prices, investments, and travel costs, making it important to understand how these changes might influence your everyday life.  Today's Stocks & Topics: TTD - Trade Desk Inc. Cl A, Market Wrap, OKE - ONEOK Inc., ADBE - Adobe Inc., Why Should You Care If the US Dollar Falls?, AEM - Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd., CME - CME Group Inc. Cl A, The Beige Book, Trading...

A recent survey explored Americans’ perceptions of the ideal retirement savings amount, and it highlighted the gap between expectations and reality.  Today's Stocks & Topics: PRIM - Primoris Services Corp., Market Wrap, SPG - Simon Property Group Inc., CPT - Camden Property Trust, MAA - Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc., NKE - Nike Inc. Cl B, Trade Tensions with China, AGCO - AGCO Corp, C...

Generative AI is transforming finance by enhancing budgeting, financial planning, education, literacy games, and debt negotiation simulations.   Today's Stocks & Topics: CSCO - Cisco Systems Inc., Market Wrap, Five Essential Applications of Generative AI in Finance, VUCP - Vanguard USD Corporate Bond UCITS ETF, Dentists and Private Equity Firms, Tariffs and China, TDOC - Teladoc Health Inc., Z...

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the world. Today's Stocks & Topics: 401k, How to Analyze ETFs, Rental Properties Insurance, Emerging Markets - Brazil, Cannabis ETFs, China's Deep Seek, Roth 403b vs. Roth I-R-A, Crypto Currency, Inflationary Fiscal Policy, Profits, Lo...

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the World. Today's Stocks & Topics: Stocks with Two Symbols, Safe Investment, The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), Roth Conversions, Dividends, Fixed Annuities, Precious Metals Stocks, Bonds, Panic Sell, Tariffs on China Can Affect Vietnam,...

Market experts are suggesting that long-term investors could find buying opportunities amidst the uncertainty of President Trump's tariff policies.  Today's Stocks & Topics: MU - Micron Technology Inc., Market Wrap, GOOGL - Alphabet Inc. Cl A, PSK - SPDR ICE Preferred Securities ETF, Trump's Unpredictable Tariff Policy Presents Buying Opportunities, LCID - Lucid Group Inc., KPP Newsletter, Pri...

There are several factors to consider... like interest rates, your long-term stability, and financial goals.  Today's Stocks & Topics: DOCN – Digital Ocean Holdings Inc., Market Wrap, Should You Pay Off Low-Interest Student Loans Before Buying a Home?, Gold, SIEGY - Siemens AG ADR, MSFT - Microsoft Corp., GOOG - Alphabet Inc. Cl C, Demand for Gold in Asia, VST - Vistra Corp., TEM - Tempus AI I...

Key lessons from past recessions and depressions include the role of economic downturns in correcting market imbalances, shaping consumer and business behavior, influencing investment strategies, and driving long-term economic recovery and growth.  Today's Stocks & Topics: BOH - Bank of Hawaii Corp., Market Wrap, SMCI - Super Micro Computer Inc., Do Recessions Have a Silver Lining, Stocks with...

Junk bonds offer higher yields but come with a greater risk of default, making them a complex and potentially lucrative investment option for those willing to accept increased uncertainty.  Today's Stocks & Topics: ALB - Albemarle Corp., Market Wrap, AGX - Argan Inc., F - Ford Motor Co., What are Junk Bonds?, GPN - Global Payments Inc., EMN - Eastman Chemical Co., Wealthy Investors Portfolios,...

It’s important to weigh the pros and cons of converting your tax-deferred retirement savings to a Roth IRA by considering factors like tax implications, financial goals, and long-term benefits.  Today's Stocks & Topics: LLY - Eli Lilly & Co., Market Wrap, CVX - Chevron Corp., Should You Convert Your Tax-Deferred Savings to a Roth?, KPP Newsletter, Oil Stocks, Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasur...

There are several actionable strategies and tools to maximize retirement savings in your 40s and 50s, including catch-up contributions, HSAs, Roth IRA conversions, and leveraging technology.   Today's Stocks & Topics: LEG - Leggett & Platt Inc., Market Wrap, Roth I-R-A, PYPL - PayPal Holdings Inc., Supercharge Your Savings in Your 40s and 50s, FANG - Diamondback Energy Inc., Economic Indic...

Escalating trade tensions and tariff implementations have caused a significant drop in oil prices, to the point where some U.S. oil producers are finding it challenging to maintain profitability in drilling operations.  Today's Stocks & Topics: SD - SandRidge Energy Inc., Market Wrap, MOH - Molina Healthcare Inc., MDT - Medtronic PLC, Trump's Tariff Turmoil Drives Oil Prices, So Low Drilling I...

Markets and President Trump are increasing pressure on the Federal Reserve to implement near-term rate cuts amid escalating tariff turmoil and growing economic uncertainty.  Today's Stocks & Topics: OXY - Occidental Petroleum Corp., BAM - Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. Cl A, BN - Brookfield Corp., Mounting Pressure on Fed as Wall Street Bets on Rate Cut, PCLO – Pharma Cielo Ltd., Tariff Cons...

Investors are flocking to safe-haven assets amid market turmoil triggered by recent tariff announcements, and global bond yields have sharply declined.   Today's Stocks & Topics: ZM - Zoom Communications Inc., Market Timing, ACN - Accenture PLC Cl A, Tariff Fallout: Bond Yields Plummet as Investors Seek Safety, DELL - Dell Technologies Inc. Cl C, Market Wrap, J - Jacobs Solutions Inc., Swing T...

Hyundai has officially opened its new $7.6 billion electric vehicle plant in Georgia, marking a significant investment in U.S. manufacturing. Today's Stocks & Topics: AMRC - Ameresco Inc. Cl A, DIS - Walt Disney Co., Market Wrap, GFL - GFL Environmental Inc., Tariffs, Hyundai's Georgia EV Plant: A Strategic Bet on Electric and Hybrid Vehicles, WBD - Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. Series A, KPP Ne...

President Trump's so-called April 2 "Liberation Day" tariffs promise to significantly alter U.S. trade policy with potentially far-reaching impacts on global markets, consumer prices, and economic stability.   Today's Stocks & Topics: ZM - Zoom Communications Inc., Market Wrap, MACD Divergence, DVN - Devon Energy Corp., EWW - iShares MSCI Mexico ETF, ATKR - Atkore Inc., Trump's 'Liberation Day...

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the world. Today's Stocks & Topics: Starting a Roth I-R-A, How Long to Hold an Investment, Rollovers, Social Security Withdraw, Dividends, Covered Calls, Options Trading, Moving Averages, Investing Factors, Stock Split, REIT Space, 457...

It is critically important to improve financial knowledge because alarming statistics are revealing there are widespread gaps in budgeting, saving, and credit understanding among U.S. adults.   Today's Stocks & Topics: GEV - GE Vernova Inc., Market Wrap, RBC - RBC Bearings Inc., Can We Afford to Ignore Financial Literacy?, FDX - FedEx Corp., RYCEY - Rolls-Royce Holdings, Gold Miners, VYM - Van...

Due to heightened economic uncertainty and potential downturns in the global economy, Goldman Sachs has increased its recession odds.   Today's Stocks & Topics: NUE - Nucor Corp., Marker Wrap, OPRA - Opera Ltd. ADR, Goldman Sachs Raises Recession Odds, Treasury Bills, GOLD - Barrick Gold Corp., Performance in the First Quarter, LULU - Lululemon Athletica Inc., AXP - American Express Co., Short...

Investors favor the stability of gold ETFs and they are pouring billions into commodities-focused funds like SPDR Gold Shares.   Today's Stocks & Topics: BRBR - BellRing Brands Inc., Market Wrap, CLPBF - Coloplast A/S Series B, Investors Flock to Gold ETFs Amid Bitcoin's February Dip, Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Market Madness, Investing in a Second...

Diversified investment strategies are outperforming traditional U.S. equity-focused approaches, and this highlights a significant shift in Wall Street's investment landscape.   Today's Stocks & Topics: WMB - Williams Cos., Market Wrap, Capital One’s CDs, Wall Street's Diversification Strategies Shine in Uncertain Market, NEM - Newmont Corp., Market Madness, MMTRS - Mills Music Trust, ADI - Ana...

As tax season unfolds, scammers are exploiting uncertainty and using familiar tactics like fake IRS communications and promises of large refunds to target taxpayers.  Today's Stocks & Topics: CPS - Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc., Market Wrap, MYRG - MYR Group Inc., Volkswagen, This Tax Season is A Peak Time for Scams Amid IRS Uncertainty, SEZL - Sezzle Inc, Annuities, Market Madness, CORT - Cor...