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Social Security has evolved dramatically over its 85-year history. Initially seen as a safety net, Social Security now serves a vital purpose in supplying a substantial portion of the regular income that older Americans receive after they retire. It doesn't matter whether you're

Chicken wing restaurant operator and franchiser Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) recently released fourth-quarter and full-year 2019 results. While the numbers largely matched the preliminary results provided during the investor day in January, the company provided some three- to five-ye

The Kentucky House of Representatives approved a medical marijuana legalization bill on Thursday. The vote was 65 representatives in favor, with 30 against. The bill now goes to the state's Senate for approval; if it passes in that chamber and is signed by Governor Andy Beshear,

AT&T's (NYSE: T) stock is generally considered a sound investment for investors looking for stability and income. The giant telecom pays a high forward yield of 5.4%, it's hiked that dividend annually for 35 straight years, and it trades at just 10 times forward earnings. I

In case you haven't noticed, election season is upon us. We're a little more than a week away from Super Tuesday, which is when the greatest number of states hold their primary elections or caucuses for president of the United States. In other words, things are about to shake ou

Saving for retirement is unquestionably important. Without money socked away for your golden years, you might struggle to keep up with your senior living expenses once your paycheck from work goes away and you realize that Social Security alone won't suffice in paying your bills

It's only February and the S&P 500 has already set record highs multiple times this year. With the economy looking strong, an election making risky political moves unlikely, and new trade policies in place with China, Mexico, and Canada, 2020 is shaping up to be another bul

A month has gone by since the last earnings report for NextEra Energy (NEE). Shares have added about 6.7% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.

A month has gone by since the last earnings report for NextEra Energy Partners (NEP). Shares have added about 8.2% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.

A month has gone by since the last earnings report for Synovus Financial (SNV). Shares have lost about 10.3% in that time frame, underperforming the S&P 500.

A month has gone by since the last earnings report for Synchrony (SYF). Shares have lost about 7.9% in that time frame, underperforming the S&P 500.

In its fourth-quarter and full-year 2019 earnings release, financial-technology loan platform LendingClub (NYSE: LC) also announced that it would be acquiring another company. Wedbush analyst Henry Coffey deemed the move "amazing news" on LendingClub's conference call with analy

When we look back at our lives, even if we're still young, there are always things we wish we'd have known earlier. For example, I wish I'd gotten into the habit of exercising when I was young so that it would be less of a struggle now.

Stock investors have enjoyed one of the greatest bull runs in history. Since March 2009, when U.S. stocks hit bottom in the aftermath of the Global Financial Crisis, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) -- a decent proxy for the performance of the U.S. stock market -- has gained

It looks like MGM Resorts (NYSE: MGM) is the last man standing in the bid to win a casino license in Osaka, Japan, after Genting Singapore (OTC: GIGNY) dropped out of the race. 

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There is no question that shopping can become an addiction, a serious problem that can put your financial house at risk. But did you know that saving money can also become an addiction? Whether we become addicted to spending or to saving appears to boil down to how our brains op

Bed Bath & Beyond's (NASDAQ: BBBY) stock has plunged more than 80% over the past five years as the retailer struggles to keep pace with the competition amid a major retail shake-up. Revenue and margins declined as its desperate promotions failed to bring back shoppers.

Nearly 1.8 million Americans were diagnosed with cancer last year. Around the world, the total was close to 17 million. It's not surprising, then, that more than 700 biopharmaceutical companies have experimental cancer drugs in late-stage development.

I'll admit that I have no idea which stock will deliver the biggest returns over the next 10 years. If I had to guess, it would probably be a stock that hardly anyone has heard of right now. After all, the unknown tiny stocks have the most room to run.