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Forget about the popular nuclear stocks that investors are swarming this week: Cheap AES stock may be your best bet. Oklo (OKLO 1.04%) stock, a start-up nuclear power company developing mini-nuclear reactors, surged more than 10% yesterday after announcing a partnership with Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power. Alongside Centrus Energy (LEU 1.29%), the company has

Cryptocurrencies have moved from being a niche investment to a mainstream financial asset, with millions of people participating globally. Stories of early adopters making significant gains have fueled the search for the next Bitcoin or Ethereum. Yet, with thousands of new coins entering the market, identifying the truly promising ones is a complex task.  In

Shoppers who are concerned about tariffs driving up the costs of their favorite products might think that “Made in USA” goods could offer financial relief. But finding domestically manufactured, budget-friendly items may take effort. Americans like the idea of buying more American-made products. A November 2024 poll by Morning Consult, conducted for the Alliance for

Key Takeaways Operators of secondhand marketplaces for items ranging from footwear to toys and home necessities have said they expect tariff-triggered price anxiety to boost interest in resold goods. The U.S. secondhand market generated about $53 billion in 2023 revenue, according to Capital One. OfferUp, which has more than 40 million users in the U.S.,

Key Takeaways Inflation likely stayed tame in April as falling gas prices helped household budgets. “Core” inflation, which excludes prices for food and gas, has remained stubborn. PCE inflation likely rose 2.2% over the year in April, down from 2.3% in March and reaching its lowest since September. Officials at the Federal Reserve are still

Owning high-yielding dividend stocks can be a great way to generate passive income. However, there’s one big caveat. The big-time payout needs to be sustainable over the long term. Major factors driving dividend sustainability are companies with a strong financial profile and visible growth prospects. Brookfield Renewable (BEPC 1.83%) (BEP 1.36%), ConocoPhillips (COP 0.32%), and

It’s a challenging time for small businesses. A majority of small businesses – 59% — cited financial uncertainty as the biggest challenge they’re facing. Business owners were surveyed as part of the May 2025 Small Business Economic Report from the National Small Business Association. It’s difficult for businesses to plan around changing tariffs, tax policies

Key Takeaways Tesla shares jumped nearly 7% on Tuesday, hitting their highest level since early February, after CEO Elon Musk said he is focusing more of his attention on running the EV maker. The stock staged a breakout above a pennant in Tuesday’s trading session, setting the stage for a new move higher.  Investors should

Key Takeaways The S&P 500 rose 2.1% on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, after President Trump postponed new tariffs on imports from Europe. Tesla shares gained after CEO Elon Musk vowed to dedicate more of his attention to the electrical vehicle maker. Hologic shares took off following reports that the medical device maker rejected a buyout