Should You Invest in an Inflation ETF? Pros and Cons
Inflation ETFs seek to capitalize on or quell inflation. Are they worth investing in amid a bear market? Let's look at the pros and cons.
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Nikola Is Buying Romeo Power for In-House Battery Capabilities
Nikola announced on Aug. 1 that it's acquiring energy technology company Romeo Power. Why is Nikola buying Romeo Power? What does it mean for the EV sector?
When Stock Futures Fall, Investors Brace for a Challenging Start
Stock futures prices signal to investors what to expect when spot marketing trading begins. When futures fall, investors brace for a challenging start.
Will Alibaba Delist? Chinese Company to Comply With U.S. Regulators
Alibaba could be at risk of delisting in the U.S. thanks to the SEC’s list of at-risk Chinese companies trading through the U.S. public market.
Has Fox Really Banned Donald Trump? Reduced Coverage, Explained
Fox News, the formerly staunch ally of Donald Trump, hasn't given him as much coverage. Some conservative outlets are saying that Fox banned Trump.
Random House and Simon & Schuster Merger in Question As Trial Begins
The Department of Justice wants to block a publishing merger that would further consolidate the industry. Will Random House and Simon & Schuster merge?
What Are Rosanna Scotto’s Political Beliefs?
Rosanna Scotto is a Fox 5 TV news anchor with over 30 years in the business. Her political beliefs seem to lean conservative, though she doesn't always speak candidly about them.
Amid Inflation and Food Shortages, These Are the Food Stocks To Bet On
As food shortages rage on around the world, what are the best food stocks to buy?
Best Companies to Invest in Amid a Slowing Economy in 2022
U.S. GDP contracted in the first half of 2022. What are the best companies to invest in 2022 amid a slowing economy? Here's what investors need to know.
Secular Growth or Cyclical: Which Stocks to Buy Now Amid Rate Hikes
What’s the difference between secular growth and cyclical stocks and which ones should you buy now amid the Fed’s rate hikes? Here's what to expect.
These Are the Easiest Ways to Invest in Blockchain As a Beginner
You may be interested in how to invest in blockchain if you’re looking for lucrative returns or to diversify your portfolio.
National Wing Day: These Restaurants Are Giving Away Free Wings
It's National Wing Day and restaurants around the U.S. have special deals on chicken wings today. You can visit the following restaurants to celebrate.
Who Owns Kelis' Music? Singer Accuses Beyoncé of Song Theft
Kelis accused Beyoncé and her producers of theft for a song on Beyoncé’s new album “Renaissance.” Amid the controversy, who owns Kelis’ music?
Yikes, Hershey Predicts a Halloween Candy Shortage — Here's Why
Start stocking up on candy now because there may not be enough come Halloween time. Hershey says supply chain issues are making it difficult to keep up with demand.
The Next Apple Stock Could Be From Green Energy or Tech
Apple stock has been a consistent wealth compounder. Which company could be the next Apple stock and will it be a U.S. company or an international company?
Solar Stocks to Buy Now as Manchin Backs Clean Energy Deal
Joe Manchin has backed the spending bill for reaching the climate change goal. What are the best solar stocks for investors to buy now?
These May Be the Best Rare-Earth Metal Stocks to Buy Now
You can invest in rare earth metals by buying them physically, but investing in rare-earth stocks may be a better option.
Carbon Credits Have Become a Valuable Investment for Companies
Carbon credits are meant to help reduce the carbon footprint companies have around the world. What are carbon credits and how do they work?
Bill Gates' Energy Venture Fund Invests $20 Million in Blue Frontier
Bill Gates has been investing in renewable energy in a big way, recently through an air conditioning company. Which company did the fund invest in?
Schumer-Manchin Reconciliation Bill Gives Energy Stocks a Boost
The solar industry is pretty happy right now. News of the Schumer-Manchin reconciliation bill that provides $369 billion for clean energy caused energy stocks to surge.
Is VinFast Legit? Tesla Competitor Is Coming to the U.S.
Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast is coming to the U.S., setting its sights on competing with Tesla. Is the company legit?
SEC Files Charges Against Banks for Not Following Identity Theft Red Flags Rule
Identity theft is costly to both businesses and consumers. The SEC has the Red Flags Rule in order to help reduce the risk of identity theft.
JetBlue and Spirit Want to Merge, Department of Justice Has the Final Say
JetBlue Airways and Spirit Airlines have reached a merger agreement. But the Department of Justice may not permit it as it cracks down on mergers due to antitrust laws.
Natural Gas Stocks Are a Hot Commodity, These 3 Stand Out
The best natural gas stocks to buy have dividends and can provide extra money in tough economic times like a recession. Three natural gas stocks stand out.
5 Small-Cap Stocks to Buy in 2022 Amid the Sell-Off
The best small-cap stocks to buy for the second half of 2022 can be found in the EV, oil and gas, lithium production, semiconductor, and cannabis industries.
Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now as Senate Passes CHIPS Act
The U.S. Senate has passed the CHIPS and Science Act and it will now head to the House. What are the best semiconductor stocks to buy now?
The SkyQuad Drone Sounds Too Good to Be True — Is It a Scam?
The SkyQuad drone has created a lot of buzz with many positive and negative reviews on the internet. Is the SkyQuad drone a scam or legitimate?
Enfamil Formula Class Action Lawsuit: Proposed Settlement of $8.4 Million
There has been a proposed settlement in the Enfamil class action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that some of the brand’s products were deceptively packaged and labelled.
Has Media Pundit Ann Coulter Been Blackballed? Fans Notice Her Absence
Fans think Ann Coulter has been blackballed. She hasn't been present on TV since she started opposing Donald Trump. Keep reading to find out why.
Is the Cassava Sciences Lawsuit Legit or a Product of Short-Selling?
As Cassava Sciences endures class action lawsuits, questions remain: Are the investigations legitimate or a product of short-seller gamification?
Could Russia’s ‘Gas War’ Create a 1970s-Like Gas Shortage for the EU?
In what's seen as retaliatory move, Russia is reducing gas exports to the EU. Could a halt in Russia’s gas exports lead to a 1970s-type gas shortage?
SNDL Does Reverse Split As Meme Stock Trading Unwinds
Sundial Growers (NYSE: SNDL), once a Reddit favorite, has undergone a reverse stock merger to meet listing requirements.
Lufthansa Cancels Over 1,000 Flights Amid Ground Staff Strike
Lufthansa canceled over 1,000 flights that are scheduled for July 27, impacting over 100,000 passengers. Why is Lufthansa canceling its flights?
GM CEO Mary Barra's Salary Is the Highest in the Detroit Three
As the only female CEO for a global automotive manufacturer, Mary Barra’s salary and compensation in 2021 make her the highest paid CEO of the Detroit Three automakers.
SoFi's Reverse Stock Split May Cause Concern for Investors
SoFi is a growing fintech platform that's becoming one of the top lending platforms in the world. When is the company having its reverse stock split?
3M Follows Growing Trend Amid Upcoming Healthcare Spin-Off
3M is joining the clique of public companies spinning off into separate entities. Here are the details on 3M’s healthcare spin-off.
Chipotle Launches Crypto Giveaway to Celebrate National Avocado Day
Over $200,000 in free crypto will be awarded in Chipotle's "Buy The Dip" game between July 25 and July 31. Here are more details about the Chipotle crypto giveaway.
SIGA Technologies Stock: Lots of Potential on WHO Monkeypox Declaration
Now that WHO has declared monkeypox a global health emergency, what's SIGA Technologies stock's forecast?
Cheap Dividend Stocks to Buy Amid a Possible U.S. Recession
Dividend stocks tend to do well in a rising rate environment. What are the best cheap dividend stocks for investors to consider amid a possible recession?
Will the Federal Weed Legalization Bill Pass in the Senate?
The federal cannabis legalization bill 2022 is coming to vote in the Senate. What are the best weed stocks to buy now?
Stock Lending Has Its Rewards and Risks for Investors
Stock lending, offered by a number of brokers, comes with risks and rewards. How does it work?
10 Companies That Went Public 20 Years Ago — How Are They Doing Now?
These tk companies all had their IPO in 2002. See who is still going strong 20 years later, who went private again, and who vanished like dust in the wind after promising debuts
Is Microsoft Secretly Planning to Buy Netflix? — Here's Why One Analyst Thinks So
Netflix partnered with Microsoft in hopes of boosting its advertising tactics. But some seem to think Microsoft actually plans to buy Netflix.
GameStop Removes NFT Collection That Resembles 9/11 Photo
GameStop already made people skeptical when it announced its NFT platform, but now with a strange 9/11 NFT release, there will be even more skeptics.
Country Star Shania Twain Is the Subject of a New Netflix Documentary
Shania Twain may not own the masters of her songs, but she's doing quite well and is profiled in a new Netflix documentary airing on July 26.
A Case of Polio Emerged in New York — Are Vaccines Readily Available?
Polio vaccines still exist and are included in the CDC’s standard child immunization schedule. With a case recently emerging in New York, health officials urge the unvaccinated to get vaccinated.
Snap's Board Approves Stock Split, With One Condition
Snap's board approved a 2-for-1 stock split on one condition — share prices have to reach $40 within the next 10 years. The condition seems reasonable.
For Twitter’s Business, Ad Industry and Elon Musk Stoke Downtrend
Twitter’s balance sheet looks weak amid the Elon Musk drama and digital ads slowdown. Is the social media company going out of business?
Spotify Users Can Get a Free Starbucks Drink — Here's How
If you like kicking back with a Caramel Macchiato while listening to your favorite Spotify playlist, here’s how Spotify users can get a free Starbucks drink.
Customers Are Infuriated Over Ticketmaster's Dynamic Pricing System
Ticketmaster sometimes uses a dynamic pricing system which prices tickets based on the level of interest and demand. This can cause ticket prices to rise significantly.