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| 23.11.25 23:31:51 |
Her Retirement Advisor Told Her To Save Less For The Future And Enjoy Life More. Should She Listen To This Advice? |
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**Apple Inc** | A 37-year-old woman recently turned to Reddit’s r/personalfinance for help after a workplace retirement advisor told her to stop saving so much for retirement and start enjoying her life more.
She makes $54,000 a year, has no debt, and is single with no plans for marriage or dual income. She rents, doesn’t expect to afford a home anytime soon, and maxes out her Roth IRA while also contributing 23% of her income to her 401(k). Her current retirement savings sit at $198,000, and she has an additional $30,000 in a high-yield savings account.
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Is She Saving Too Much?
She said that according to the retirement calculator, she could have up to $1.5 million by the time she retires. “Realistically, it’ll be lower,” she wrote, adding, “I’m not counting on social security.” She also shared that she hopes to travel more in retirement, ideally taking one international trip per year along with a couple of smaller domestic getaways.
Her advisor suggested she back off the heavy retirement savings and focus on “saving for a house and to have more money just to enjoy life.” But she’s hesitant.
“I'm approaching my peak earning years and I don't expect to be making much more salary in my career,” she explained. “And again with the current housing market, interest rates, housing maintenance/upkeep, etc., I won't be able to afford a house anytime soon.”
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Most commenters thought she was doing just fine. One top-voted reply asked, “Are you happy with your current standard of living? If yes, then you should not listen to him.”
Another added, “You're essentially living on ~$40K. So really, $1M in retirement is gonna get you that fairly safely. $1.5M isn’t exactly overkill.”
Several echoed that sentiment, emphasizing that she may be over-saving. One user said: “The advice I’ve been following is to save between 20-25% of your income for retirement. Certainly understand the financial advisor's point of wanting to make sure you're enjoying life now.”
Still, many pushed back on her view that she doesn't want to own a home due to rising property taxes in retirement. “You'll have increasing rent,” one commenter pointed out, while another said that rent will increase much faster than property taxes.
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Others said owning a home can be part of a long-term retirement plan. “If OP takes out a 30-year mortgage right now and only follows the payment schedule, she would be basically paid off by retirement,” one person said.
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More broadly, the thread turned into a discussion on quality of life and balance. “Don’t put off absolutely everything,” one commenter warned, sharing her breast cancer diagnosis at 44 and regrets about not spending more earlier. Another wrote, “You could say you want to save to travel when you retire, but odds are you can do more things while traveling now than when you are in your late 60s.”
Still, not everyone was ready to abandon the aggressive savings path. “Nobody ever wanted less money in retirement,” one person said. Another wrote, “The earlier you start saving for retirement, the easier it will be to actually retire, due to compounding growth.”
Some found a middle ground, advising her to reallocate a small portion of her retirement contributions into a taxable brokerage account. “Maybe just budget in an extra trip every year?” one commenter suggested. “I think you're doing great!”
In the end, the advice she received from Reddit was that if she’s comfortable with her lifestyle now, there's no harm in continuing what she's doing. But if she wants to travel more or increase day-to-day enjoyment, a slight rebalancing of her savings goals wouldn’t hurt.
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| 23.11.25 23:30:00 |
Prediction: These 2 AI Stocks Will Be Worth More Than Apple by Year-End 2026 |
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**Apple Inc** | Key Points
Alphabet and Microsoft should do better than Apple in 2026. Alphabet is winning in both consumer and infrastructure artificial intelligence (AI). Microsoft's AI infrastructure revenue is growing at an impressive clip. 10 stocks we like better than Apple ›
Apple(NASDAQ: AAPL) stock has done well this year, and it currently sports a $4 trillion market cap, making it the second-largest company in the world behind Nvidia ($4.4 trillion). Investors love the company behind the iPhone, iPad, and the entire Apple computing ecosystem that generates over $400 billion in revenue each year.
However, if we look at the underlying earnings and growth of the business, it is clear that Apple stock is overvalued versus other "Magnificent Seven" companies. Here's the skinny on why Apple stock will be eclipsed by Alphabet(NASDAQ: GOOG)(NASDAQ: GOOGL), with its $3.64 billion market cap, and Microsoft(NASDAQ: MSFT), with its $3.53 trillion market cap, by year-end 2026 when it comes to total value.
Alphabet's extending lead in AI
Alphabet -- the parent company behind Google, YouTube, and Google Cloud -- recently set a new bar in artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities with the launch of the Gemini 3 chatbot. Gemini 3 crushes the benchmarks in AI capabilities across language queries, image generation, and deep research. Even though OpenAI's ChatGPT has more users, Gemini is the best chatbot out there today, according to third-party analysts.
Gemini is now powering AI overviews on Google search results, which management says already has 2 billion users every month. The Gemini app now has 650 million monthly active users (MAUs), making it one of the fastest-growing applications in the world, catching up to ChatGPT quickly. What's more, 70% of Google Cloud customers are utilizing Gemini, with 13 million developers building on the models. Not only can Alphabet monetize its AI capabilities through consumers, but by selling its capabilities through Google Cloud.
Google Cloud revenue is growing 34% year over year, and while we don't have figures around Gemini's revenue growth, it is likely growing much faster. Overall, Alphabet revenue is now growing 15% in constant currency, and with healthy profit margins. With no end in sight to the growing demand for AI, I expect Alphabet's revenue to keep growing at a double-digit rate over the next few years.Image source: Getty Images.
Diversified bets on AI infrastructure
While Microsoft has lagged in developing consumer chatbots, it has perhaps been even better than Google Cloud at capturing AI contracts for its cloud computing division, Microsoft Azure.
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Azure has signed deals with AI start-ups competing with Google's Gemini, such as OpenAI and Anthropic, which come with huge sums of projected lifetime spending. For example, just this week, Anthropic cozied up to Azure and committed to buying $30 billion in credits on Azure. Last quarter, Azure revenue grew 39% year over year in constant currency, with overall cloud revenue up 27% to $30.9 billion, or run-rate revenues of $123.6 billion.
Microsoft has plenty going for it with its Office suite of products, too. This revenue segment, which also includes LinkedIn, grew revenue 14% year over year last quarter to $33 billion. At such a large scale, Microsoft is now seeing huge amounts of operating leverage, with operating income of $38 billion last quarter on $77.7 billion in revenue, or a margin of 49%.Data by YCharts.
Why both stocks will be worth more than Apple
When comparing both Microsoft and Alphabet to Apple, there are two metrics that show why the former stocks are better positioned than the latter to be larger in 2026: growth and price.
Microsoft and Alphabet have grown much faster than Apple in recent history. Over the last three years, Microsoft's revenue has grown 44% and Alphabet's has grown 37% (cumulatively). Apple's is only up 7.4%.
Apple has failed to innovate and bring out successful new products, especially in the AI space, that can drive growth for the business. In fact, it is rumored that the struggling Siri chatbot will be utilizing Gemini in the future, which Apple will be paying Alphabet $1 billion a year for the privilege of.
Apple stock is also priced higher than Microsoft and Alphabet. Apple has a price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) of 36 compared to 34.5 for Microsoft and 29 for Alphabet. So not only is Apple growing slower than its Magnificent Seven peers, but doing so while trading at a higher valuation. I bet this paradigm flips in 2026, leading Microsoft and Alphabet to finish the year with larger market caps than Apple.
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| 23.11.25 23:21:53 |
Dow Jones Futures, Bitcoin Rise; Nvidia, Apple, Eli Lilly In Focus |
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**Apple Inc** | The stock market needs to show a lot of strength after damaging recent losses. Watch Nvidia, Apple and Eli Lilly.
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| 23.11.25 23:08:25 |
Dow Jones Futures Rise, Bitcoin Bounces; Nvidia, Apple, Eli Lilly In Focus |
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| 23.11.25 22:44:00 |
Palo Alto's Stock Sinks Despite Solid Revenue Growth. Should Investors Buy the Dip? |
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**Apple Inc** | Key Points
Palo Alto Networks continues to generate solid mid-teens revenue growth. It also announced another acquisition as it looks to be an industry consolidator. The stock has barely budged in the past year, which could be due to its high valuation. 10 stocks we like better than Palo Alto Networks ›
Palo Alto Networks(NASDAQ: PANW) shares slipped last week despite the cybersecurity company reporting solid fiscal 2026 first-quarter results. The stock has been stuck in neutral lately, and it's down modestly over the past year.
Let's dig into the company's results and prospects to see if this dip could be a buying opportunity.Image source: Getty Images.
Solid results and another acquisition
For Palo Alto's fiscal 2026 Q1, ended Oct. 31, revenue climbed 16% year over year to $2.47 billion, which was at the high end of its prior forecast for revenue of between $2.45 billion and $2.47 billion. Service revenue rose by 14% to over $2 billion, with both subscription and support revenue each rising by 14%. Product revenue increased by 23% to $343 million.
The company continued to see solid momentum with its platformization strategy (selling its solutions as one of three cybersecurity platforms instead of as point solutions), with 16 new platformization deals in the quarter. Meanwhile, its XSIAM (extended security intelligence and automation management) platform, which combines features like SIEM (security information and event management), XDR (extended detection and response), and SOAR (security orchestration, automation, and response), into one platform, saw its number of deals double. This included its largest XSIAM deal to date with a U.S. telecom. The total deal was for $100 million, with $85 million of that going toward its XSIAM platform.
Next-generation security continues to power the company's growth, with next-generation security annual recurring revenue (ARR) increasing by 29% to $5.85 billion. Its largest next-generation security solution is SASE (secure access service edge), which saw its ARR climb 34% to more than $1.3 billion. It grew its number of SAS customers by 18% to more than 6,800.
Remaining performance obligations (RPO), which is the revenue a company expects to generate from existing contracts, rose by 24% year over year to $15.5 billion, which was in line with its $15.4 billion to $15.5 billion forecast.
Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) rose by 19% year over year to $0.93, which was ahead of its guidance of $0.88 to $0.90.
Looking ahead, Palo Alto upped its full-year guidance for revenue and EPS slightly. Below is a table of the company's fiscal Q2 and full-year forecast.
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Metric Fiscal 2026 Q2 Forecast Prior Fiscal 2026 Forecast (Aug) Current Fiscal 2026 Forecast (Nov) Revenue $2.57 billion and $2.59 billion $10.475 billion to $10.525 billion $10.5 billion to $10.54 billion Revenue growth 14% to 15% 14% 14% Next Gen Security (NGS) ARR $6.11 billion and $6.14 billion $7 billion
to $7.1 billion $7 billion
to $7.1 billion NGS ARR growth 28% 26% to 27% 26% to 27% Adjusted EPS $0.93 to $0.95 $3.75 to $3.85 $3.80 to $3.90 EPS growth 15% to 17% 12% to 15% 14% to 17%
Data source: Palo Alto Networks.
The company also announced that it would acquire next-gen observability platform Chronosphere, which currently has an ARR of $160 million, while growing triple digits, for $3.35 billion. It said the company is a category leader in a market with a $24-billion-and-growing TAM (total addressable market), and that the company is well positioned for the artificial intelligence (AI) age.
Should investors buy the dip?
Palo Alto continued to implement its platformization strategy, although revenue growth remains in the mid-teens. It's now turning to acquisitions to try and boost growth. It's currently in the process of buying CyberArk(NASDAQ: CYBR), and before that deal has even closed, it's added Chronosphere to the mix. Palo Alto appears to want to be a consolidator in the cybersecurity space, and these deals should help boost its platformization strategy.
Turning to valuation, the stock trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio (P/S) of 12 times fiscal 2026 estimates, which seems high given its current revenue growth. That's likely why the stock has largely jogged in place over the past year.
While I think Palo Alto's strategy is sound, I'd need to see the stock slide further before adding shares, as its valuation just isn't that attractive.
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| 23.11.25 22:27:01 |
The Vanguard 500 Index Fund ETF (VOO) Offers Broader Exposure While the Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF (VUG) Delivers Higher Growth |
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**Apple Inc** | Key Points
VOO holds a much broader basket of large-cap U.S. stocks and offers a higher dividend yield than VUG VUG has delivered stronger total returns over one and five years but with higher volatility and a steeper maximum drawdown Both funds are low-cost and highly liquid, though VUG leans more heavily into the technology sector These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires ›
The Vanguard Growth ETF(NYSEMKT:VUG) and Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEMKT:VOO) both keep costs low and track large-cap U.S. stocks, but VOO casts a wider net and pays a higher dividend, while VUG focuses on faster-growing companies and shows higher recent returns with more risk.
Both funds aim to provide exposure to the U.S. stock market’s largest companies, but their approaches differ: VUG zeroes in on growth stocks with a technology tilt, while VOO tracks the S&P 500 for broad large-cap diversification. Here’s how they stack up for investors comparing the two.
Snapshot (cost & size)
Metric VUG VOO Issuer Vanguard Vanguard Expense ratio 0.04% 0.03% 1-yr return (as of 2025-11-19) 18.0% 12.3% Dividend yield 0.4% 1.2% AUM $357.4 billion $1.5 trillion
Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year weekly returns. The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months.
VOO comes out slightly ahead on expenses and offers a higher yield, making it more affordable to hold and potentially more appealing for income-focused investors.
Performance & risk comparison
Metric VUG VOO Max drawdown (5 y) -35.62% -24.52% Growth of $1,000 over 5 years $2,008 $1,866
What's inside
VOO invests in all 505 companies of the S&P 500, providing exposure across sectors: 36% technology, 13% financial services, and 11% consumer cyclical. Its largest positions are NVIDIA(NASDAQ:NVDA), Apple(NASDAQ:AAPL), and Microsoft(NASDAQ:MSFT), each representing over 6% of the fund. With over 15 years under its belt, VOO is designed for those seeking broad, low-cost U.S. equity exposure.
VUG, by contrast, tilts more aggressively toward growth: technology makes up 52% of its portfolio, with additional weight in communication services and consumer cyclical stocks. Its top holdings—NVIDIA, Apple, and Microsoft—feature much higher weightings. The fund holds 166 stocks, so it is more concentrated and may move more dramatically with the fortunes of large tech companies.
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Foolish take
The Vanguard 500 Index Fund ETF and the Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF both offer fees so low that most individual investors need a microscope to see the financial difference when comparing the two.
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Investors who opt for the Vanguard Growth ETF had better be comfortable with portfolio concentration at the top. Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft make up about 33.5% of the portfolio.
Apple, Nvidia, and Microsoft carry a lot of weight in the Vanguard 500 Index Fund ETF's portfolio. At about 21.9% of the overall portfolio, investors holding this ETF will likely fare better the next time tech stocks melt down.
While the Vanguard 500 Index Fund ETF offers more diversification, that hasn't helped it outperform the Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF over the past few years. The Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF is up by 106% over the past three years. The Vanguard 500 Index Fund ETF has only gained about 65% over the past three years.
Glossary
ETF: Exchange-traded fund; a basket of securities traded on an exchange like a stock.
Expense ratio: The annual fee, as a percentage of assets, that a fund charges its shareholders.
Dividend yield: Annual dividends paid by a fund divided by its share price, expressed as a percentage.
Beta: A measure of a fund's volatility compared to the overall market, typically the S&P 500.
AUM: Assets under management; the total market value of assets a fund manages.
Max drawdown: The largest percentage drop from a fund's peak value to its lowest point over a period.
Total return: The investment's price change plus all dividends and distributions, assuming those payouts are reinvested.
Large-cap: Companies with a large market capitalization, typically over $10 billion.
Growth stocks: Shares of companies expected to grow earnings faster than the market average.
Sector: A group of companies in the same industry or market segment, such as technology or financial services.
Concentrated portfolio: A fund that invests in fewer holdings, increasing exposure to each company.
Liquidity: How easily a fund's shares can be bought or sold without affecting its price.
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| 23.11.25 22:07:00 |
3 Artificial Intelligence Stocks You Can Buy and Hold for the Next Decade |
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**Apple Inc** | Key Points
Alphabet has proven it's an artificial intelligence (AI) force to be reckoned with. Amazon's cloud computing and advertising are driving a new wave of growth. Taiwan Semiconductor's chip-making services are in high demand in the AI arms race. 10 stocks we like better than Alphabet ›
Identifying stocks that you can buy and hold for the next decade is a great goal for every investor. These low-maintenance stocks can deliver excellent returns and hardly require any attention.
However, they aren't easy to identify because they require you to understand what will happen over the next 10 years. If you rewind the clock a decade, many events, like the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), cryptocurrency, and the COVID-19 pandemic, were difficult or impossible to predict. So, there is a bit of luck involved.
However, I think these three are easily stocks that will outperform the market over the next decade, and they're using AI to do it.Image source: Getty Images.
1. Alphabet
Alphabet(NASDAQ: GOOG)(NASDAQ: GOOGL) was supposed to be one of the victims of the artificial intelligence arms race. However, it has proven that it's a force to be reckoned with. Its primary business is the Google Search engine, which was supposed to be replaced by various generative AI products.
Google has integrated AI search overviews, which seamlessly combine AI and traditional search. This has been a wildly successful combination, and has led to impressive 15% year-over-year growth during Q3 for this mature business.
Gemini has emerged as a top generative AI model, which secures Alphabet's AI future. Furthermore, Alphabet is also thriving in the cloud computing realm, which is providing computing power to AI and non-AI clients alike. This segment grew revenue at a 34% year-over-year pace during Q3, and shows no signs of slowing down. This wing can provide massive growth for Alphabet, as there is a general shift to the cloud in regular business workloads on top of all the new AI workloads coming online.
Alphabet is here to stay, and it has several other technologies, such as quantum computing and self-driving cars (Waymo), in its back pocket. I think this future-proofs Alphabet, making it an excellent stock to buy and hold over the next decade.
2. Amazon
Investors may only think of Amazon(NASDAQ: AMZN) as the sprawling commerce business where nearly anything can be purchased. While this isn't a wrong perspective, Amazon is so much more than that, and its most impressive divisions aren't what consumers traditionally think of when they hear about Amazon.
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Two of Amazon's most exciting segments are its advertising services and cloud computing. Amazon is sitting on a gold mine of advertising information because consumers come to their website to shop for products.
This gives Amazon Prime advertising space, and this division has been a huge growth driver for Amazon over the past few years. In Q3, ad revenue rose 24% year over year to $17.7 billion. That makes it about a fourth the size of Amazon's online store segment, showcasing how big a deal this has become for Amazon.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is benefiting from the same tailwinds as Google Cloud, but because most of Amazon's business is low margin, it makes up a greater portion of Amazon's operating margins. Without AWS, Amazon's profits wouldn't look the same, as 66% of Amazon's operating profits came from AWS during Q3. With AWS growing at an impressive 20% pace and expected to sustain that growth for some time, the future looks bright for Amazon.
3. Taiwan Semiconductor
Last is Taiwan Semiconductor(NYSE: TSM). Taiwan Semiconductor is the world's largest chip foundry by revenue, and nearly every company that has an AI computing unit utilizes TSMC chips. This places Taiwan Semi in a neutral position in the AI arms race, as it doesn't care if it's selling chips to Nvidia, AMD, or Google with its custom AI chips (tensor processing units).
Taiwan Semiconductor also has innovative technology on the way. Its 2nm (nanometer) chips consume about 25% to 30% less power than the previous 3nm chip generation. This efficiency gain is a huge deal because we're starting to run into a power crunch for AI data centers. However, that's not the only technology Taiwan Semiconductor has in the pipeline.
Taiwan Semiconductor's continual innovation will ensure that it always has a market to sell to. While it may go through ups and downs over the next decade, the peaks are always higher than the valleys, which makes Taiwan Semiconductor a great stock to buy now and hold over the next decade.
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| 23.11.25 21:41:00 |
What to Know Before Buying Lululemon Stock |
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**Apple Inc** | Key Points
Lululemon stock is down 57% this year. Consumers in the U.S. are struggling. The company's valuation looks attractive. 10 stocks we like better than Lululemon Athletica Inc. ›
Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ: LULU) has been one of the best-performing apparel stocks on the market over this century. Since its 2007 IPO, the stock, which is best known for pioneering the athleisure category, has jumped 1,090%. Those gains were much more impressive before the stock tumbled this year, though.
Year-to-date through Nov. 19, the stock was down 57%, making it one of the worst performers in the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) this year.
Like other apparel companies and much of the discretionary goods sector, including Deckers, Nike, Target, and Chipotle, Lululemon is seeing a pullback in demand as sales in its core North American market have essentially flatlined. In the second quarter, comparable sales fell 4% in the Americas, and revenue in the region was up just 1%.
In addition to the macroeconomic headwinds, management also acknowledged its own lack of execution as it failed to keep product fresh and in stock in specific categories, leading to weaker sales.
It was also forced to slash its guidance for the year due to the loss of the de minimis exemption, which had allowed shipments of less than $800 to be imported into the U.S. without paying tariffs.
As a result of those setbacks, the stock has dropped sharply, but is this a buying opportunity or a sign of things to come? Let's take a look at three things you should know before buying Lululemon stock.Image source: Getty Images.
1. Management is changing strategy
CEO Calvin McDonald acknowledged the challenges the company is facing, as well as its own errors. He said, "Our lounge and social product offerings have become stale and have not been resonating with guests," and that the company relied on the same product playbook in certain categories for too long.
In order to fix these problems, the company plans to speed up its go-to-market process to test new styles, increasing the number and frequency of new styles. Specifically, it's aiming to increase the percentage of new styles in its assortment from 23% to 35% by next spring, and will measure customer behavior to the change and respond accordingly.
Additionally, the company has improved its fast-track design capabilities, reducing lead times by several months for some products, and expects those to begin to have an impact starting early next year.
It's too soon to say if that's enough to turn Lululemon's performance, but investors should be encouraged by management's diagnosis and its quick action.
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2. International growth is still strong
While Lululemon is clearly struggling in its core market, it is finding success elsewhere. In its international segment, comparable sales rose 15%, driving revenue up 22%. Its performance was particularly strong in China, which has become its second-largest market outside of North America.
Comparable sales in China jumped 17% in the second quarter, and revenue rose 25%.
Lululemon has followed in the footsteps of other Western brands, including Nike, Apple, and Starbucks, that have had success in a market known for conspicuous consumption, and it sees a long runway of growth in China.
It opened five new stores in China in the second quarter, and more than half of its international store openings this year will be in China. It is also a promising opportunity in Mexico, where Lululemon has opened 18 locations over the last four quarters.
3. The valuation is attractive
Following the sell-off this year, Lululemon's price-to-earnings valuation is the lowest it's ever been, with the possible exception of the great financial crisis, as it now trades at a P/E of just 11.3.
That's a valuation that indicates that investors expect the stock to only have low-single-digit growth from here on out. However, despite its recent struggles, Lululemon is still very much a growth company, opening new stores both in North America and abroad, and benefiting from the continuing growth of the category it invented, athleisure.
It's possible that the consumer slump could weaken and send Lululemon stock even lower, but it looks more likely than not that the apparel retailer will come out of the other side a stronger, faster-growing company, especially if its style refresh pays off.
Investors have an opportunity to get a piece of the growth stock for a bargain price.
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| 23.11.25 21:00:52 |
On Running Shoes Won't Be Running Black Friday Deals Despite 'Price-Competitive Environment' |
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**Apple Inc** | Swiss footwear company On Holding(NYSE:ONON) will offer no Black Friday deals in an effort to solidify itself as a premium brand, company officials recently said.
"We’re going into this holiday season with a full price strategy," On Executive co-Chairman Caspar Coppetti said during the company's Q3 earnings call last week. "So we have no discounts coming up, and that’s against the backdrop of a very price-competitive environment. So we’re really staying true to the discipline that the premium strategy demands."
On's competitors don't seem to be following its lead. Sportswear brands Adidas and Nike (NYSE:NKE) started promoting Black Friday sales weeks before the official start of the holiday shopping season.
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HOKA, owned by footwear brand Deckers (NYSE:DECK), was promoting holiday running gifts on its website at discounted prices.
On Is Running Past The Competition
On's Q3 net sales were 794.4 million Swiss francs ($994.3 million), according to its earnings report. Its net income for the quarter was 118.9 million francs, up from 30.5 million francs during the same period last year.
On raised its full-year sales guidance from 2.91 billion francs to 2.98 billion francs.
Other companies seemed less optimistic about their future outlook.
Nike expects its fiscal Q2 revenue to decrease by low-single digits and gross margins to fall 300 to 375 basis points, Nike CFO Matthew Friend said during the company's fiscal Q1 earnings call in September. The company's Q1 net income was $700 million, down 31% year over year.
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HOKA sales are expected to grow by "a low-teens percentage versus last year," Deckers CEO Stefano Caroti said during the company's Q2 earnings call last month. That's down from the mid-teens growth it anticipated for the brand during the previous quarter.
HOKA and UGG helped lift Deckers' bottom line in Q2 as the brands saw an 11.1% and 10.1% sales increase, respectively, year over year while other Deckers-owned brands saw a 26.5% decrease, according to its earnings report.
On's Tariff Resiliency
Tariffs played a part in Nike and Deckers' decisions to trim their sales guidance, company officials said.
"So as US consumers are beginning to see some price increases, it is impacting their purchase behavior within the consumer discretionary space," Deckers CFO Steven Fasching said during the earnings call.
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Recent reciprocal tariff increases on certain countries may cost Nike $1.5 billion on an annualized basis, up from the $1 billion the company anticipated the prior quarter, Friend said during Nike's earnings call.
On proactively raised its US prices before the tariffs were implemented, which led to "a slightly positive margin effect in Q3," company CEO Martin Hoffmann said during the Q3 earnings call.
"So we are fully in control of our future," he added. "We will digest the tariffs and still be well above our long-term target."
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| 23.11.25 20:58:51 |
Mark Gurman Says Tim Cook Likely To Remain As Apple CEO Through At Least Mid-2026 |
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**Apple Inc** | Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has shared that Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) CEO Tim Cook is likely to retain his position until at least mid-2026, a claim that contradicts earlier reports.
What Happened: The Financial Times had earlier reported this month that Apple was gearing up for Cook’s departure “as soon as next year.”
This report had triggered speculations about a potential leadership transition ahead of Apple’s annual events.
However, Gurman, in his latest "Power On” report, refuted this claim. Gurman expressed that he would be “shocked” if Cook were to step down between late January and June next year.
“Based on everything I've learned in recent weeks, I don't believe a departure by the middle of next year is likely. In fact, I would be shocked if Cook steps down in the time frame outlined by the FT,” Gurman wrote.
“Some people have speculated that the story was a "test balloon" orchestrated by Apple or someone close to Cook to prepare Wall Street for a change, but that isn't the case either. I believe the story was simply false,” he added.
“Tim Cook won't be CEO forever, but a report on his imminent departure was premature. Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook turned 65 this month and is one of the longest-tenured CEOs in Silicon Valley. There will be a day when the company announces a CEO transition, and we're far closer to the end of Cook's tenure than we are from the beginning,” he further shared.
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Gurman also noted that there have been “few signs internally” that Cook is planning to step down. He further mentioned that John Ternus,
Apple’s Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, is considered as the most likely successor to Cook whenever the transition occurs.
Why It Matters: The speculation about Cook’s departure had raised concerns about the future leadership of Apple, a company that has seen tremendous growth under Cook’s stewardship.
Gurman’s prediction, if accurate, would mean that Cook will continue to guide Apple’s strategic direction for the next few years, potentially leading to further growth and innovation.
The mention of John Ternus as a potential successor also provides some insight into Apple’s succession planning, which is crucial for the company’s long-term stability and success.
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| 23.11.25 20:31:24 |
Some 42% of $200,000 Earners Avoid Checking Their Bank Accounts Due To Stress — And Half Say They'd Need Double Their Income To Feel Secure |
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**Apple Inc** | Anyone who has ever stared at a card reader and silently begged for an approval knows that knot-in-the-stomach feeling. That reaction is usually blamed on tight budgets, but new research shows even households earning $200,000 a year are dodging their banking apps because the numbers on the screen feel stressful, not soothing.
According to new research from The Harris Poll, 40% of six-figure earners say they have avoided checking their account balance to reduce stress, and that share jumps to 42% among those earning $200,000 or more. Nearly half of people in this group also say they struggle with financial anxiety, and a majority feel guilty complaining about money at all because they know they earn more than most.
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The "Income Paradox Survey" was run online in the U.S. between July 31 and Aug. 2. It captured 2,109 adults nationwide, including 728 people with personal incomes of at least $100,000 and 280 who earn $200,000 or more, roughly the top 10% of individual income earners. So the people saying they are stressed are not the outliers at the very bottom of the six-figure pack.
The top-line numbers explain why opening a banking app has turned into a jump scare. Six figures now looks more like survival than success. Harris finds 64% of six-figure earners agree that six figures is "survival mode, not a sign of wealth," and 52% say that even at this level, the American Dream is not possible for them. About 1 in 3 describe themselves as financially distressed, meaning they feel stretched, struggling or drowning with their finances.
The money is not being blown on designer handbags or mansions. It is going to the same categories that challenge everyone else, just with bigger price tags. When Harris asked what is draining income the most right now, six-figure earners pointed first to grocery and household essentials at 36%, followed by rent or mortgage payments at 32%, and health insurance or medical costs at 31%. Unexpected emergencies and transportation costs round out the top five, both at around 30%.
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Those basics leave little room for comfort spending. More than half of six-figure earners say things like regular vacations, driving a new car, or dining out regularly fall into a financial "pressure zone" where they either stretch to cover the cost or actively avoid it to stay stable. It is a quiet reset of what used to count as middle-class life.
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To bridge the gap, many high earners lean on workarounds that used to be associated with people making far less. Three-quarters of six-figure earners have put everyday bills on a credit card in the past three months because they ran out of cash, not to chase rewards. That rises to 80% among those earning $200,000 or more. Nearly half of the $200,000 group say they rely on credit cards to make ends meet, and 45% say buy now, pay later has become a regular part of how they spend their money.
The coping strategies go beyond plastic. Among six-figure earners, 61% are either already working a side hustle or planning to, and sizable shares report selling personal items, cutting back on medical care, or even skipping meals to keep up with expenses. In the same survey, 62% say it feels nearly impossible to keep up with expenses on one income.
Rising prices have not helped. Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows that consumer prices have climbed roughly 23% since 2019, which means a paycheck that once covered a comfortable lifestyle now has to stretch much farther just to stand still. For households whose costs are concentrated in housing, healthcare, childcare and debt, those inflation years are still echoing.
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That leads to the real question: how much would it take for these high earners to finally feel secure instead of stressed every time they glance at a balance.
Harris asked that directly. Half of six-figure earners say a household needs at least $200,000 a year to feel comfortably middle class where they live. Among those already earning $200,000 or more, 75% say the same. Even more striking, 53% of six-figure earners say they would not feel financially secure unless they earned double what they make now, a view that is shared by 53% of the $200,000 group and 55% of all Americans.
In other words, plenty of people already earning $200,000 think they would only breathe easy closer to $400,000. Six-figure salaries were once the finish line. In this survey they look more like mile markers on a moving track, where even the people near the front are still glancing over their shoulders, hoping the next notification is not another bill.
For anyone in that camp, talking with a financial advisor can take some of the drama out of those numbers. A good advisor can help high earners sort out where the money is actually going, build a plan for debt, saving and investing, and pressure-test what "secure" really looks like for their household. It won't fix rising prices or rewrite a paycheck, but it can turn vague dread into a clearer map, which is often the first step toward feeling less anxious every time the banking app lights up.
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| 23.11.25 19:51:40 |
Jim Cramer Says “Capital One Discover Has Got Really Fabulous Scale” |
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**Apple Inc** | Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:COF) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer recently offered insights on. Cramer showed optimism around the company’s acquisition of Discover, as he stated:
“I still like Capital One, COF, for its acquisition of Discover, a credit card company that gives them the edge at the register, because it’s cheaper for merchants to use Capital One Discover than Visa or MasterCard. The stock sells at 10 times earnings even as the company has about 160 million cards in circulation. Block, the old Square that we talked to last night, it has around 57 million Cash App users, and it sells for about 25 times earnings. That doesn’t make sense to me.
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Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:COF) is a banking, lending, and card services firm that provides deposits, credit cards, auto loans, and commercial financing. The company also supports consumers, small businesses, and commercial clients with advisory and treasury services.
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| 23.11.25 19:51:29 |
Jim Cramer Says “Despite This Tricky Environment, Lowe’s is Doing Pretty Well” |
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**Apple Inc** | Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE:LOW) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer recently offered insights on. Cramer discussed the company’s CEO’s comments around the state of consumers. The Mad Money host remarked:
“Now, the other big home improvement chain, Lowe’s, reported yesterday. They did comparatively better. This company posted a modest top and bottom line beat, even if their same-store sales came in a tad light. Big difference from Home Depot, Lowe’s raised its full-year sales forecast, although they lowered their same-store sales outlook, and they adjusted the earnings guidance down a bit. I like that they had very little inventory. I mean, like… inventory’s down.
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| 23.11.25 19:50:46 |
Here Is Jeff Bezos' Most Expensive Investment, And It Is The Largest In The World |
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**Apple Inc** | Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) founder Jeff Bezos has reportedly invested a staggering $500 million in a superyacht, setting a new record for the largest sailing yacht in the world.
What Happened: Bezos, with an estimated net worth of $245 billion, commissioned the superyacht, named Koru, from renowned Dutch yacht builder Oceanco back in 2018.
The 417-foot-long vessel, currently the world’s largest sailing yacht according to Boat International, is so massive that it reportedly can’t dock with other private yachts in Florida, as noted by The New York Times.
Oceanco, owned by Valve billionaire Gabe Newell, has built yachts for high-profile clients including Steven Spielberg, Jerry Jones and Arthur Blank. Bezos' Koru was first seen in 2023 during sea trials in the North Sea, reports Fortune.
Bezos didn’t stop at the Koru. He also reportedly shelled out an additional $75 million for a support yacht, named Abeona, equipped with a helipad. The Koru, with its classic design, is a floating luxury resort featuring three jacuzzis, a swimming pool, nine staterooms, a movie theater, spa, sauna, massage room, sundeck, and gym.
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The Amazon founder has already played host to a number of celebrities and business magnates on the yacht, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Katy Perry, Orlando Bloom, Bill Gates, Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Rupert Murdoch's ex-wife Wendi Murdoch, and Bumble founder Whitney Wolfe Herd.
Why It Matters: This record-breaking investment by Bezos underscores the escalating trend of ultra-high-net-worth individuals investing in superyachts.
The purchase of the Koru is not just a testament to Bezos’ immense wealth, but also highlights the growing demand for luxury yachts among the world’s richest.
With the world’s largest sailing yacht now in his possession, Bezos has set a new benchmark in the luxury yacht industry.
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| 23.11.25 19:05:00 |
2 Top Dividend Stocks for Growth-Oriented Investors |
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**Apple Inc** | Key Points
Alphabet's dividend is still new but looks secure given its fantastic business and growth prospects. Eli Lilly is increasing its top line at a dizzying pace and has a strong dividend growth record over the past decade. 10 stocks we like better than Alphabet ›
There are many different investing styles. For instance, some people target stocks with explosive growth potential, while others look for companies with reliable dividend programs. However, these two approaches aren't necessarily mutually exclusive. Some corporations can provide both growth opportunities and a steady income.
That's the case with Alphabet(NASDAQ: GOOG)(NASDAQ: GOOGL) and Eli Lilly(NYSE: LLY). Here's why these stocks are worth considering for growth- and income-focused investors.Image source: Getty Images.
1. Alphabet
Alphabet hasn't been a dividend stock for long. The company initiated a payout just last year, which it has since increased by 5%. Although it doesn't have a strong track record in this area yet, Alphabet should be capable of maintaining a consistent dividend program due to its robust underlying business. The company is a leader in several industries -- it holds the top spot in the digital advertising market, for instance, thanks to its dominance in online search. It's a mature business that generates tens of billions in annual sales and continues to grow at a steady pace.
In the third quarter, the company's revenue increased by 16% year over year to $102.3 billion. Notably, this was the first time Alphabet's quarterly revenue crossed the $100 billion mark -- it was about $50 billion five years ago. That means the company's sales have more than doubled in five years. That's a compound annual growth rate of about 15%. Bottom-line growth remains healthy, too. Alphabet's earnings per share jumped 35.4% year over year to $2.87.
Alphabet has stumbled upon an even better growth driver than its search engine empire. The company's cloud computing segment is growing much faster than the rest of the business -- to the tune of 34% year over year to $15.2 billion in the period. That's still a small fraction of Alphabet's total sales, but here's the good news. The cloud computing industry is on a long-term growth path that should grant a powerful tailwind to the company. Things are getting even better for the company thanks to its suite of artificial intelligence (AI) offerings.
The company's cloud backlog was $155 billion as of the third quarter, representing a 46% increase compared to the second quarter. The company has considerable momentum in the cloud and AI, and it is also diversifying its revenue through a growing number of Google subscriptions. Alphabet remains an attractive growth stock despite its $3.4 trillion market cap. Its strong business and ability to generate consistent free cash flow will enable it to maintain a solid dividend program.
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2. Eli Lilly
It's hard to find a better growth stock than Eli Lilly in the pharmaceutical industry right now. The drugmaker is in a league of its own, generating sales growth that we typically expect from much smaller technology companies. Eli Lilly's third-quarter revenue soared by 54% year over year to $17.6 billion. Eli Lilly is cashing in on its breakthrough work in the GLP-1 market. The company's tirzepatide became the first medicine approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration that mimics the action of two separate hormones: GLP-1 and GIP.
This approach makes it more effective than competing therapies. There are several reasons why Eli Lilly should continue to grow its revenue and earnings at a steady pace. First, tirzepatide should maintain its momentum over the next few years, even as new therapies enter the market, as the weight management space is growing at an incredibly rapid rate.
Second, Eli Lilly will launch newer products in the meantime. The company's orforglipron could be one of the first approved oral weight loss therapies after completing phase 3 studies this year. It could also help expand access to these medicines since oral pills are cheaper to manufacture, store, and transport than subcutaneous injections. Third, Eli Lilly is making progress in other therapeutic areas -- such as oncology -- and is doubling down on its AI ambitions.
The company is building what will become the most powerful supercomputer in the pharmaceutical industry, which could help significantly speed up the drug development process. With all that going on, Eli Lilly's prospects look bright. What about the dividend? The company has increased its payouts by 194% over the past decade. There are few (if any) better stocks for both growth and dividend growth in the pharmaceutical industry right now.
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| 23.11.25 19:01:15 |
A Dave Ramsey Caller Shares How Their Family Lost A $350K Business Overnight Because A Devastating Car Crash Ended Their Ability To Work |
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**Apple Inc** | A woman named Emily recently called into “The Ramsey Show” and shared how one car accident upended her family’s life and destroyed a thriving small business they had spent years building.
“Our family was in a major car accident,” she told hosts Jade Warshaw and Ken Coleman. “I was put on medical leave due to a brain injury, and that turned into more complications.”
Business Was Booming Before The Crash
Emily and her husband ran an organic skincare and candle company that had been doing $350,000 in annual revenue and was growing at more than 20% a year. Emily was the owner, creator and main employee. Her husband also worked full-time outside the business.
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“We were wholesaling to over 1,100 retailers across the world,” she said. “We had some really big dreams right before this accident happened.”
After the accident, Emily could no longer run the business, and they had to shut down their storefront, which was their biggest revenue stream. She said it was their in-person sales that drove the bulk of their income. “It was over $220K in sales a year.”
They now owe $250,000 in business-related debt, and another $89,000 in personal debt, including a loan they took to consolidate credit cards and student loans. On top of that, they have $71,000 in car loans.
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Emily's husband makes $90,000 per year, but they're still short about $5,600 a month after covering basic living expenses.
“We already downsized our house. We moved and took care of a massive expense that way,” she explained. Emily said she still has two months of savings left to pay herself from the business account, but after January, that runs out.
Trying To Stay Afloat
Emily has about $100,000 worth of inventory left, enough to produce or sell as-is. However, online sales were always the slowest part of their business. Despite stepping up digital marketing and offering discounts, they’re struggling to move product without the storefront and in-person customers.
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“We were brick and mortar up until just a few months ago,” she said. “We’re trying,” she added about their efforts to sell online. “It’s just slow.”
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Coleman encouraged Emily to reach out to previous customers and retailers who knew and loved her products. “You had a loyal customer base, true or false?” he asked. “Yes,” she responded. “I’m wondering how do we reach out to that group and go, ‘Hey y’all, this is my situation right now.'”
They pinpointed that selling the inventory is the “best chance to get some relief” while they’re waiting on settlements and the key to avoiding further financial damage.
“This has got to be his [her husband's] side hustle,” Coleman said. “Because that's $100,000 in your garage, basically.”
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| 23.11.25 18:05:00 |
Ranking the Best "Magnificent Seven" Stocks to Buy for 2026. Here's My No. 7 Pick. |
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**Apple Inc** | Key Points
Tesla lacks one key quality that the other “Magnificent Seven” companies all possess. Its Robotaxi business is finally beginning to roll out in a few markets, but its autonomous Cybercab is not in production. Tesla’s valuation is astronomically high.These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires ›
Nvidia, Microsoft, Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Tesla(NASDAQ: TSLA) form an elite group of companies known as the "Magnificent Seven" due to their industry leadership and market influence.
As many of these companies continue to deliver market-beating returns, the Magnificent Seven now comprise a remarkable 35% of the value of the S&P 500.
Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Continue »
In a series of articles, I'll be ranking each of these stocks and discussing why some are still chock-full of untapped potential, while others should be avoided by investors.
Here's why Tesla is my least favorite of the bunch to buy in 2026.
Image source: Tesla.
Tesla's core business growth is slowing
If Tesla can effectively monetize some of its larger bets, such as its planned Robotaxi network, its humanoid robots, or its other artificial intelligence (AI) endeavors, it could easily be the single best Magnificent Seven stock to buy and hold for the next five to 10 years.
But that's a big "if."
The major difference between Tesla and the other Magnificent Seven companies is that its core business is struggling.
By comparison, revenue growth remains strong for Apple's iPhone and services categories. Amazon Web Services generates gobs of free cash flow that funds the company's other ambitions. Alphabet and Microsoft each generate sizable earnings from a variety of digital segments, including cloud computing infrastructure, where they're both major players. Meta Platforms has its highly profitable "family of apps" segment, which brings in more than enough to support its billions of dollars in losses from Reality Labs, which contains its metaverse-related operations. And Nvidia's compute and networking segment continues to deliver jaw-dropping results, while its smaller segments are also highly profitable.
By contrast, Tesla's electric vehicle (EV) deliveries were trending downward in the first half of 2025, though it remains the market leader. Its energy storage business is on firmer footing, but it makes up a small part of the top line. In the third quarter, Tesla grew automotive revenue just 6% year over year as deliveries rebounded, up 7%. However, the company's operating margin fell to just 5.8% -- a steep decline from 10.8% a year earlier.
Tesla is spending a ton of money on artificial intelligence and robotics, but it has yet to see a payoff from those investments.
This past summer, Tesla launched its autonomous ride-hailing service in Austin, Texas, and it has since expanded it to a few other markets, including the San Francisco Bay Area. However, it remains to be seen how profitable it will be at scale.
It's also worth noting that, so far, that service is being provided by standard Model Y EVs that have been outfitted with Tesla's Robotaxi technology, not the much-discussed Cybercab, which is not yet in production. And in most markets, regulators are still requiring human monitors for those autonomous vehicles.
There are better buys than Tesla for 2026
Tesla's Robotaxis feature pioneering-edge AI, which presents distinct challenges compared to embedding AI within smartphones or personal computers, so the company deserves credit for making progress in that field.
However, the risks of investing in Tesla simply aren't worth the potential rewards at this time, especially given the fact the stock is trading at 178 times expected 2026 earnings.
Since Tesla's valuation appears to be increasingly disconnected from its core EV business and based more on the potential of new ventures that have yet to prove themselves, investors may want to take a "wait and see" approach to the stock at this time. There are many other compelling buys in big tech.
Stay tuned to find out how the remaining Magnificent Seven stocks stack up in my rankings for 2026.
Don’t miss this second chance at a potentially lucrative opportunity
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On rare occasions, our expert team of analysts issues a “Double Down” stock recommendation for companies that they think are about to pop. If you’re worried you’ve already missed your chance to invest, now is the best time to buy before it’s too late. And the numbers speak for themselves:
Nvidia:if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2009,you’d have $463,940!*Apple: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2008, you’d have $51,648!*Netflix: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2004, you’d have $562,536!*
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| 23.11.25 18:05:00 |
Ranking the Best "Magnificent Seven" Stocks to Buy for 2026. Here's My No. 7 Pick. |
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**Apple Inc** | Key Points
Tesla lacks one key quality that the other “Magnificent Seven” companies all possess. Its Robotaxi business is finally beginning to roll out in a few markets, but its autonomous Cybercab is not in production. Tesla’s valuation is astronomically high. These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires ›
Nvidia, Microsoft, Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Tesla(NASDAQ: TSLA) form an elite group of companies known as the "Magnificent Seven" due to their industry leadership and market influence.
As many of these companies continue to deliver market-beating returns, the Magnificent Seven now comprise a remarkable 35% of the value of the S&P 500.
In a series of articles, I'll be ranking each of these stocks and discussing why some are still chock-full of untapped potential, while others should be avoided by investors.
Here's why Tesla is my least favorite of the bunch to buy in 2026.Image source: Tesla.
Tesla's core business growth is slowing
If Tesla can effectively monetize some of its larger bets, such as its planned Robotaxi network, its humanoid robots, or its other artificial intelligence (AI) endeavors, it could easily be the single best Magnificent Seven stock to buy and hold for the next five to 10 years.
But that's a big "if."
The major difference between Tesla and the other Magnificent Seven companies is that its core business is struggling.
By comparison, revenue growth remains strong for Apple's iPhone and services categories. Amazon Web Services generates gobs of free cash flow that funds the company's other ambitions. Alphabet and Microsoft each generate sizable earnings from a variety of digital segments, including cloud computing infrastructure, where they're both major players. Meta Platforms has its highly profitable "family of apps" segment, which brings in more than enough to support its billions of dollars in losses from Reality Labs, which contains its metaverse-related operations. And Nvidia's compute and networking segment continues to deliver jaw-dropping results, while its smaller segments are also highly profitable.
By contrast, Tesla's electric vehicle (EV) deliveries were trending downward in the first half of 2025, though it remains the market leader. Its energy storage business is on firmer footing, but it makes up a small part of the top line. In the third quarter, Tesla grew automotive revenue just 6% year over year as deliveries rebounded, up 7%. However, the company's operating margin fell to just 5.8% -- a steep decline from 10.8% a year earlier.
Story Continues
Tesla is spending a ton of money on artificial intelligence and robotics, but it has yet to see a payoff from those investments.
This past summer, Tesla launched its autonomous ride-hailing service in Austin, Texas, and it has since expanded it to a few other markets, including the San Francisco Bay Area. However, it remains to be seen how profitable it will be at scale.
It's also worth noting that, so far, that service is being provided by standard Model Y EVs that have been outfitted with Tesla's Robotaxi technology, not the much-discussed Cybercab, which is not yet in production. And in most markets, regulators are still requiring human monitors for those autonomous vehicles.
There are better buys than Tesla for 2026
Tesla's Robotaxis feature pioneering-edge AI, which presents distinct challenges compared to embedding AI within smartphones or personal computers, so the company deserves credit for making progress in that field.
However, the risks of investing in Tesla simply aren't worth the potential rewards at this time, especially given the fact the stock is trading at 178 times expected 2026 earnings.
Since Tesla's valuation appears to be increasingly disconnected from its core EV business and based more on the potential of new ventures that have yet to prove themselves, investors may want to take a "wait and see" approach to the stock at this time. There are many other compelling buys in big tech.
Stay tuned to find out how the remaining Magnificent Seven stocks stack up in my rankings for 2026.
Don’t miss this second chance at a potentially lucrative opportunity
Ever feel like you missed the boat in buying the most successful stocks? Then you’ll want to hear this.
On rare occasions, our expert team of analysts issues a “Double Down” stock recommendation for companies that they think are about to pop. If you’re worried you’ve already missed your chance to invest, now is the best time to buy before it’s too late. And the numbers speak for themselves:
Nvidia:if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2009,you’d have $463,940!* Apple: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2008, you’d have $51,648!* Netflix: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2004, you’d have $562,536!*
Right now, we’re issuing “Double Down” alerts for three incredible companies, available when you joinStock Advisor, and there may not be another chance like this anytime soon.
See the 3 stocks »
*Stock Advisor returns as of November 17, 2025
Daniel Foelber has positions in Nvidia. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla. The Motley Fool recommends the following options: long January 2026 $395 calls on Microsoft and short January 2026 $405 calls on Microsoft. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Ranking the Best "Magnificent Seven" Stocks to Buy for 2026. Here's My No. 7 Pick. was originally published by The Motley Fool
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| 23.11.25 17:56:52 |
Six-figure earners are ‘living the illusion of affluence’ while working side hustles, skipping meals and pretending Venmo’s not working |
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**Apple Inc** | Even Americans earning six figures are feeling squeezed as the rising cost of living forces those in top income brackets to cut back on expenses and look for ways to stretch their dollars, according to a survey from the Harris Poll.
The findings reveal a surprising sense of economic anxiety, with 64% of six-figure earners saying their income isn’t a milestone for success but merely the bare minimum for staying afloat.
“Our data shows that even high earners are financially anxious — they’re living the illusion of affluence while privately juggling credit cards, debt, and survival strategies,” Libby Rodney, the Harris Poll’s chief strategy officer and futurist, said in a statement.
In fact, those making $200,000 or more have resorted to financial tactics that are often associated with less wealthy consumers. For example, 64% said they’ve used rewards points to pay for essentials, 50% have used “buy now pay later” plans for purchases under $100, and 46% rely on credit cards to make ends meet.
The Harris Poll report also revealed how those top earners are avoiding expenses: 49% skipped a social event so they wouldn’t have to split a check, 48% have pretended an app like Venmo or Zelle wasn’t working to dodge a payment, and 45% held off on medical care due to the cost.
And like most Americans, six-figure earners also report that groceries and other household essentials as well as housing and medical costs are the top expenses draining their income.
In another sign of how stretched six-figure earners feel, they are also looking for additional ways to make extra cash or save money, according to the Harris Poll.
To stay financially afloat, they are currently engaged in or considering: side hustles (61%), selling personal items (53%), skipping meals (41%), renting out all or part of their home (41%), and resorting to debt consolidation or bankruptcy (38%).
“The illusion of wealth is exhausting: Many top earners say people assume they can afford it all, yet behind the image of success are quiet sacrifices: skipped purchases, delayed plans, and a fragile sense of security,” the report said.
The financial strains detailed in the survey help explain why discount retailers like Walmart have reported seeing more upper-income customers shopping at their stores.
Meanwhile, voters in this month’s off-year elections sent a resounding message to lawmakers that affordability remains a top concern, even as inflation has cooled substantially from a 2022 peak.
And if wealthier Americans are feeling this much anxiety, that could signal the overall economy is on shakier ground, as the top 20% of earners have been driving growth in recent years.
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“The data also show that the U.S. economy is being largely powered by the well-to-do,” Moody’s chief economist Mark Zandi said in September. “As long as they keep spending, the economy should avoid recession, but if they turn more cautious, for whatever reason, the economy has a big problem.”
This story was originally featured on Fortune.com
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| 23.11.25 17:30:00 |
Read This Before Buying Lululemon Athletica Stock |
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**Apple Inc** | Key Points
Lululemon's premium merchandise is priced at the higher end of the apparel market. Sales growth has slowed down from previous years, but China is experiencing robust demand. Investors interested in a contrarian stock pick will be drawn to Lululemon’s cheap valuation. 10 stocks we like better than Lululemon Athletica Inc. ›
Lululemon (NASDAQ: LULU) was once a terrific stock for investors to have had in their portfolios. Shares of the athleisure pioneer were up 321% in the five-year period leading up to their peak in December 2023. The market has lost faith, though, as slower sales growth has sent shares spiraling. They currently trade 68% below that all-time high (as of Nov. 18).
This consumer discretionary stock might be a smart buy-the-dip candidate. Investors should read this before buying Lululemon. Image source: Getty Images.
Lululemon's strategy focuses on the premium end of the market
The apparel industry is very competitive, with many companies fighting to attract consumer wallet share. However, Lululemon has found success by catering to the premium end of the market, with its technical fabrics. It sells to both women and men, with the latter group registering faster growth in recent years. In 2022, the business started selling footwear.
Lululemon possesses pricing power. Its brand is viewed positively by consumers, who are willing to pay up for what they believe are high-quality products. The company's gross margin has averaged an outstanding 57.6% in the past five years. This is better than industry heavyweight Nike.
Sales growth has slowed, especially in the U.S.
Not long ago, it was normal to see Lululemon post greater than 20% year-over-year revenue gains. The investment community certainly loves a good growth story, and this business was precisely that. But the data recently has made it easy to be less optimistic.
In fiscal 2024 (ended Feb. 2), Lululemon reported a 10% revenue increase. And through the first two fiscal quarters of 2025, sales were up by just 7%. These represent huge slowdowns from prior years.
The U.S. remains a troubled market, where sales were flat compared to Q2 2024. China is a bright spot. Revenue there climbed 25%, showcasing strong demand. Lululemon continues to aggressively open new stores in the Asian nation.
This consumer discretionary stock trades at a bargain valuation
In the past five years, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC)would have doubled an investor's starting capital. Lululemon, on the other hand, is down a worrying 51%. The market has clearly soured on the company.
The pessimism might not be warranted. Lululemon is still growing revenue. It remains extremely profitable, and the brand still resonates with consumers.
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Contrarian investors might be inclined to take a chance on the stock. It's dirt cheap right now, trading at a price-to-earnings ratio of only 11.2. Should the business start to report improving financial results, the market could rerate shares higher, adding more upside to the mix.
Should you buy stock in Lululemon Athletica Inc. right now?
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Read This Before Buying Lululemon Athletica Stock was originally published by The Motley Fool
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