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Social Security is a vital financial safety net for over 66 million people across the United States. In April, the average Social Security check among 52.6 million retired workers was $1,999.97, an annualized sum of about $24,000 for the average beneficiary.Just how important is Social Security to Americans? The typical U.S. household only has $185,000 to $2 […]

The average investor can find lucrative investment ideas by following the experts. Bill Ackman, the billionaire hedge fund manager who runs Pershing Square Capital Management, is one such professional. His firm's strategy involves making bold bets on a select few businesses, a focus that rhymes with Warren Buffett's philosophy.That's why it […]

Many investors tend to fall into one of two camps. They're either trying to maximize their income or their growth. A singularly focused strategy like that can sometimes miss the mark if your stocks stop generating income or growing. A better strategy is to focus on maximizing your total return by investing in companies that pay a growing dividend. That […]

After jumping a hefty 43% in 2024, shares of language-learning app Duolingo (NASDAQ: DUOL) are up another 47% so far in 2025. And according to select Wall Street analysts, the stock has simply climbed too far, too quickly.Stock research platform TipRanks is currently tracking 15 analysts who cover Duolingo stock. Of these analysts, none recommend selling the […]

The primary goal of investing is to raise one's purchasing power over time. Beyond that, there are companies that can produce monster wealth for investors. With its shares soaring almost 21,000% since their initial public offering 15 years ago (as of June 11), Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) has done just that.If you're a new investor, or just a seasoned vete […]

You work hard to earn your money, and you do your best to invest it well so you can afford a comfortable retirement when you're older. But investing always carries risks. Many fear a recession could hurt the growth of their savings and force them to change their plans.While I can't predict the future, I know of a strategy that can help you to bette […]

I first initiated a position in Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE: EPD) more than two years ago. How has that investment fared so far? Not bad. The midstream energy company has generated a total return of roughly 45%.Granted, that performance lags behind the S&P 500's total return of 56% during the same period. However, one thing I could count on, […]