Since the early 1990s, modern payday lending has been a source of short-term financing for individuals who need funds fast. However, it’s also a controversial practice that’s undergone many state and federal reforms to protect consumers against predatory lenders. With a potential recession looming, will an economic downturn—and the resulting financial strain on consumers—lead to […]

In this podcast, Motley Fool analyst Jason Moser and host Ricky Mulvey discuss: Investing in companies with a “singular” leader, like Tesla‘s Elon Musk. Earnings results from Home Depot. A listener’s suggestion to create a “laziness” stock basket. Then, Motley Fool personal finance expert Robert Brokamp answers listener questions about Roth IRAs and dividend investing.

Editor’s Note: Investopedia will not publish daily CD news on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. We will return to our daily coverage on Tuesday, May 27. Key Takeaways CD shoppers gained a third new option this week for locking in the top nationwide rate of 4.50%: a 6-month certificate from SouthEast Bank.

Key Takeaways The S&P 500 fell 0.7% on Friday, May 23, 2025, as possible tariffs on smartphones and key trading partners regained the spotlight ahead of Memorial Day weekend. Shares of footwear company Deckers Outdoor and retailer Ross Stores tumbled after both firms opted not to offer full-year guidance, citing tariff uncertainties. Intuit shares surged

Key Takeaways While nearly 40% of American workers want travel and new experiences during retirement, more than a third say they are unsure their plans will be financially possible, according to a recent survey. Financial experts suggest planning retirement in phases to accommodate your travel plans and conserve enough savings to last your entire retirement.

I’m sticking with the e-commerce and cloud leader as my top investment. I invested in Amazon (AMZN -0.87%) in early 2016. I only trimmed my position once over the following nine years, and those remaining shares now account for 9.1% of my portfolio. It’s now my largest holding with an unrealized gain of about 560%.

A tiny home can help you achieve your dream of home ownership without the hefty price tag. The smaller size and simple design translate to a smaller footprint and lower costs. If you’re worried about how to afford one, there are personal loans and, in some cases, mortgages to help you achieve your dream of

Key Takeaways Stocks fell on Friday after President Donald Trump lobbed fresh tariff threats at the EU and Apple, reviving some of the trade anxiety that had subsided over the past month. Some investors were sanguine about Friday’s threats, with one calling them “part of the negotiating thesis to cut individual or regional deals.” Wall

Loan Type New Purchase Rates Daily Change 30-Year Fixed 7.15% +0.04 FHA 30-Year Fixed 7.37% No Change VA 30-Year Fixed 6.75% +0.01 20-Year Fixed 7.05% +0.05 15-Year Fixed 6.13% +0.02 FHA 15-Year Fixed 6.78% No Change 10-Year Fixed 6.16% -0.02 7/6 ARM 7.54% -0.05 5/6 ARM 7.54% +0.01 Jumbo 30-Year Fixed 7.16% +0.06 Jumbo 15-Year