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Meta gets price-target boost as JPMorgan says Muse agent has potential to become the top AI application since ChatGPT

Meta Platforms, whose new Muse AI agent has driven the stock prices of the tech sector this week, got a price-target boost after showcasing products at its Connect conference on Wednesday night.

8 grassroots porchfests for experiencing free live music and neighborhood culture

Porchfests have been tuning up in more locations across the U.S. Here are some of the most promising porchfests keeping the movement alive.

Selena Gomez sells her Encino mansion, once owned by Tom Petty, for $5.4 million

Pop icon Selena Gomez has officially sold her sprawling Encino home for $5.399 million—shortly after picking up a $35 million marital mansion with Benny Blanco.

The market is pricing in too many Fed hikes, says the former Dallas Fed chief

The bond market is getting too aggressive in pricing in Federal Reserve rate hikes, a former central bank official says.

We Won't Know Social Security's 2027 COLA Until Oct. 14 -- but Here's 1 Thing We Know Already

There's one aspect of the COLA that shouldn't be a mystery.

‘It doesn’t seem fair’: I’m retired and have plenty of money. Why can’t I qualify for a retail credit card?

“I draw from my IRA as needed for household repairs, trips and other larger expenses.”

Social Security overpaid my 82-year-old mother by $20,000. What else is hiding in her finances?

“My mother has a pension, Social Security, investments and a house probably worth over $1 million.”

‘I don’t begrudge them their money’: My husband and I have friends who spend, spend, spend. How do we keep up?

“A weekend away isn’t a weekend away. It’s a luxury hotel, expensive meals and a last-minute upgrade.”

This test screens for 50 cancers — but whether Medicare and other health insurers will cover it hinges on FDA approval

Grail’s Galleri test looks for 50 cancers from a blood draw, but a major study failed to prove it could detect later-stage cancers.

Micron’s stock has become a ‘battleground’ as the AI narrative shifts

Investors have become more focused on the durability of memory-chip demand, but there are reasons to be optimistic on that front, a UBS analyst said.

You Can't Retire Early if You Don't Solve This Piece of the Puzzle

Before you leave work, make sure this one key point is covered.

Social Security's Hidden Rule Too Many Retirees Don't Know

This lesser-known nuance could prevent a long-term benefit cut.

Retiring at 55: How a CFP® Is Actually Investing for It

If early retirement is a goal for you, here’s how a Certified Financial Planner® is preparing for it.

Social Security's 2027 COLA Could Be 3.6%. Here's Why That's Not Necessarily Great News.

A more generous raise always comes at a cost.

Morgan Stanley names its ‘overweight’ stocks to buy as earnings season approaches

Jim Cramer Calls Cintas (CTAS) a “Pretty Good Business”

Jim Cramer Says Paychex (PAYX) is Entering Earnings With a “Full Head of Steam”

The Stock Market Is Repeating a Rare Historical Pattern, But History Has Good News for Investors

Should you apply for multiple credit cards at once?

What credit score do you need for a balance transfer credit card?

On the Hook for RMDs in Retirement? 2 Big Mistakes That Could Cost You.

Steer clear of these blunders to avoid unwanted repercussions.

If You're 60 Years Old, Here Are 3 Retirement Moves You Should Be Making Today

It's a good time to check these key must-dos off your list.

Trump Accounts could help lower-income families most. Few have signed up.

The 2027 Social Security COLA Will Be Announced on Oct. 14. Here’s the Number to Expect.

We're just weeks away from the official number, and it is likely to be larger than last year's

Here's Why Retirees Need to Stop Wishing for a Giant 2027 Social Security COLA

A bigger raise is going to come at a cost.

Here's How Remarriage Could Affect Your Social Security Benefits

The rules are more complex than you'd expect.

Salesforce issues revenue target of over $63 billion for fiscal 2030, beating estimates

Salesforce issued some updated longer-term financials at its annual Dreamforce conference.

J.B. Hunt stock plunges 13% after company warns third-quarter earnings will fall

Shares of J.B. Hunt plunged 13% Wednesday after the company warned of an earnings drop between 5% and 10%.

Oracle posts 30% revenue growth fueled by AI cloud demand as debts hits $125 billion

Oracle's cloud infrastructure revenue jumped 121% from a year earlier, reflecting demand for AI cloud services.

Oracle's stock edges up on earnings beat as cloud infrastructure revenue more than doubles

Oracle's results for the quarter came in stronger than expected, as did its revenue backlog.

Macy's posts strong results, raises guidance as turnaround begins to take hold

Macy's posted strong fiscal second-quarter results on Thursday and raised its full-year guidance.

World’s largest contract chipmaker TSMC sees August revenue surge over 53% to record high

TSMC reported monthly sales revenue for August on Thursday.

We got more defensive last week as Wall Street raised the bar for AI stocks

We initiated positions in defensive stocks to balance our AI exposure amid higher oil prices and Treasury yields.

Zscaler beats earnings expectations, issues upbeat guidance but stock falls

CEO Jay Chaudhry said he's "very bullish" on Zscaler's agentic Zero Trust offering, which is gaining early momentum

Lululemon stock plunges 20% on disappointing earnings and outlook

Lululemon posted another quarter of disappointing results and a sales slowdown as the company struggles to turn its business around.

Broadcom guides to big numbers but investors wanted more. Why we're OK to hold for now

We recently reduced our position size, which allows us to be more patient with this one.

Accordia Bank review (2026): Top rates on savings and CD accounts with low minimum deposits

Will the housing market crash this year? What to expect for the rest of 2026.

What is a good savings account interest rate in 2026?