It’s been a good year for bank stocks, and Bank of America (NYSE: BAC) is no exception. Continue Reading Below Since this time last year, shares of the Charlotte, N.C.-based bank have risen 61%. That’s more than triple the S&P 500 and well over other banks, with the KBW Bank […]
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Can Skechers Stock Keep Going After Last Week’s 37% Pop?
Last week’s biggest gainer on the New York Stock Exchange was Skechers (NYSE: SKX), soaring 36.9% after posting better-than-expected financial results. At least three analysts followed Skechers’ encouraging third-quarter results with bullish actions, and the stock went on to hit its highest level in nearly two years. Continue Reading Below Skechers […]
401(k) Contribution Limits Are Going Up for 2018 — but That Won’t Affect the Average American
Though there are several vehicles out there to help you save for retirement, one of the most effective is none other than the 401(k). The appeal of the 401(k) is twofold. For one thing, contributions are seamless. You sign up through your employer, decide what percentage of your paycheck to […]
You’ve Got to See What the CEOs of JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo Just Said About Bitcoin
To put it mildly, cryptocurrencies are redefining “investment gains” for folks in 2017. Whereas the stock market has traditionally returned 7% a year, inclusive of dividend reinvestment, the aggregate value of more than 1,100 digital currencies has increased from $17.65 billion to begin the year to $167 billion as of […]
Here Are the 2017 and 2018 Social Security Earnings Test Limits
Can you work and collect Social Security at the same time? The short answer is “yes, it’s possible,” but it depends on your age and how much you earn. Continue Reading Below The Social Security earnings test sets annual earnings thresholds, above which certain workers’ retirement benefits can be reduced […]
9 Overlooked Credit Card Perks That Could Make Your Holiday Easier
When deciding on a new credit card, most Americans focus on perks such as reward programs, free FICO credit scores, and generous introductory offers. These are certainly important, but they represent just a small portion of the benefits that many credit cards offer. With that in mind, here are nine […]
7 Changes to Social Security in 2018
Though debatable, Social Security can be called the most important social program in the United States. As of August, 61.5 million people were receiving benefits and more than 42 million of those folks were retired workers. Many of these retired workers — 62% to be exact — count on their […]
3 Dividend Stocks Ideal for Your Golden Years
Many retirees are putting their money to work in the stock market in order to generate income. We Fools think that’s a fine decision, so long as they’re picky with their stock selections. Continue Reading Below Which income stocks do we think are a good choice for conservative investors to […]
Unforgiving wildfires affect vineyard workers and owners
When the wildfires ignited, vineyard workers stopped picking grapes and fled for their lives. Some vineyard owners decided to stay and fight back, spending days digging firebreaks and sleeping among their vines for safety. Continue Reading Below As the danger drew closer, grape pickers spread word of the threat and […]
What could derail the stock-market rally?
The U.S. stock market feels as though it is made out of Teflon, with virtually nothing able to disrupt its climb to record levels. Continue Reading Below The broad S&P 500 index , which on Friday closed at a record for the 49th time this year at 2,575.21, has sailed […]