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Aflac Has Raised Its Dividend for 43 Straight Years. Here's the Catch Income Investors Need to Watch.fool.com
Aflac increased its first-quarter dividend 5.2%, but investors need to watch more than the dividend with this unique insurance company.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Why Nike Stock Lost 36% in the First Half of 2026fool.com
Nike continued to spin its wheels as it attempted a turnaround.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Canadians: Here’s How Much You Need Saved in Your TFSA to Retirehttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/canadians-heres-how-much-you-need-saved-in-your-tfsa-to-retire-3/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=8097034a-7997-4465-9ad0-dfa607fe19fa
A well-funded TFSA could become a powerful source of tax-free retirement income. Here's how much you may want to save and two Canadian stocks worth considering.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Warren Buffett Keeps 67% of Berkshire's $263 Billion Stock Portfolio in Just 5 Companiesfool.com
Five stocks carry two-thirds of the famed investor's portfolio. That's no accident.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
The Challenges of the China Marketfool.com
The Chinese market has been a headwind for many companies. Here's how investors can navigate the trend.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
3 Canadian Stocks Well-Suited for a Long-Term Buy-and-Hold TFSAhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/3-canadian-stocks-well-suited-for-a-long-term-buy-and-hold-tfsa-4/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=e80f6e7b-b099-4c8b-99d5-6424ec2b26ed
Given their solid fundamentals and healthy long-term growth prospects, I believe these three Canadian stocks are ideal for long-term investors.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
What This Synaptics CFO Filing Signals for Long-Term Investors With Revenue Up 10%fool.com
Non-discretionary disposition tied to restricted stock unit vesting. Rizvi retains 104,417 shares valued at $11.9 million.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
A Canadian Dividend Stock Down 24%: A Forever Buyhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/a-canadian-dividend-stock-down-24-a-forever-buy/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=ca9bac88-9e43-456e-9432-674d20bbfbd7
Resilient and predictable cash flows across economic cycles enable the company to enhance shareholder returns through higher dividends.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
UCB (UCB) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Net interest margin expanded for sixth straight quarter as loan growth accelerated.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
What History Teaches Us About Today’s Tech Marketfool.com
As AI is the next big paradigm shift in technology, the team discusses lessons from the PC, internet boom-and-bust, and mobile phone eras.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Synaptics Has 35-Plus Robotics Customers. Its Product Chief Just Held His Stakefool.com
Gupta retains 81,586 shares worth $9.27 million.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
The Canadian Stocks I’d Be Most Comfortable Buying and Holding in a TFSA Foreverhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/the-canadian-stocks-id-be-most-comfortable-buying-and-holding-in-a-tfsa-forever-3/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=7eaa53b5-952c-45b8-85f1-0b3ac19faf24
On meaningful market dips, I would be most comfortable buying these Canadian stocks in a TFSA and holding for the long term.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Interactive Brokers (IBKR) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Record net revenues of $1.90 billion driven by higher commissions and interest income.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Ally (ALLY) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Record auto originations and margin expansion drive 22% EPS growth.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Halliburton (HAL) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
International revenue hit a 10-year high as margins expanded.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Freedom 55: How Do Your TFSA and RRSP Savings Stack Up?https://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/freedom-55-how-do-your-tfsa-and-rrsp-savings-stack-up/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=c6077939-9349-4982-882d-29bf7087e5fd
See how your TFSA and RRSP measure up against Freedom 55 goals, and why a turnaround stock like Bombardier could speed things up.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Synaptics Is Leaning Into IoT. Its Strategy Officer Kept $7 Million in Stockfool.com
This sale was non-discretionary and executed to cover tax withholding on vesting equity awards.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Novartis (NVS) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Growth drivers offset generic erosion as priority brands surge 36% in constant currency.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
East West Bancorp (EWBC) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Record net interest income and deposit growth drive stronger full-year guidance.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Vicor (VICR) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Revenue surged 26.9% sequentially to $143.4 million on strong advanced products demand.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Danaher (DHR) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Non-respiratory growth accelerated 150 basis points as life sciences recovered.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Schwab (SCHW) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Record trading volumes and lending growth drive 21% revenue surge.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
2 of the Best Canadian Stocks for a Buy-and-Hold in a TFSAhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/2-of-the-best-canadian-stocks-for-a-buy-and-hold-in-a-tfsa/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=37c850a5-db1e-4867-bb9d-41aba526de8f
Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) and another great name to hold in a TFSA long term.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
SpaceX Is Down 20%: Here's Why I'm Still Not Buyingfool.com
The stock recently slipped below its IPO price.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Should You Buy Moderna Stock Hand Over Fist Before Aug. 5?fool.com
The biotech has been on a tear lately.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
A 6.5% Dividend Stock That Pays Cash Monthlyhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/a-6-5-dividend-stock-that-pays-cash-monthly/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=a8c83e22-de53-48da-8d85-69dd94163896
This monthly dividend stock offers a dividend yield of over 6%, regular cash payouts, and the potential for strong long-term upside.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
1 Ideal Way to Use Your TFSA to Double an Annual Contributionhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/1-ideal-way-to-use-your-tfsa-to-double-an-annual-contribution-3/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=7f1c852c-c5d3-4496-9c40-a89d50e18bb8
These Canadian growth stocks have the potential to turn this year's TFSA contribution into substantially more in the years ahead.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
What This Synaptics CEO Filing Signals to Investors as Core IoT Sales Grow 31%fool.com
Patel's remaining stake stands at approximately $9.87 million, as reported in the Form 4 filing.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
The Best TSX Stocks to Buy Now If You Want Both Income and Growthhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/the-best-tsx-stocks-to-buy-now-if-you-want-both-income-and-growth-5/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=7a211df5-71dc-442c-b008-b7f6e292d9cb
Balance passive income and capital upside with Scotiabank stock's 3.8% yield and Decisive Dividend's 5.9% monthly payout. One has generated a 250% total return in 5 years.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
2 TSX Stocks to Buy if Inflation Stays Stubbornly Highhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/2-tsx-stocks-to-buy-if-inflation-stays-stubbornly-high-2/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=e56f1792-3573-4b56-9479-4a25bbd24c90
Understand the latest trends in inflation in Canada and how gas prices are affecting the economy and your wallet.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Warren Buffett Reveals He Was Behind Berkshire's Decision to Invest in Alphabetfool.com
The billionaire investor has typically been hesitant when it comes to buying tech stocks.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Fantastic News for Netflix Stock Investors!fool.com
The company hasn't said its last word.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Nano Nuclear Energy Is Paying Up to $13 Million to Acquire This Nuclear Logistics Company. Here's Why Investors Shouldn't Overlook This Small Deal.fool.com
Nano Nuclear Energy just made a small deal that could have huge implications for its future.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Why Nebius Stock Soared Todayfool.com
The AI cloud company has the backing of a semiconductor giant.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Prediction: Microsoft Stock Will Go Parabolic After July 29. Here's Why.fool.com
Microsoft reports earnings on July 29.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
3 Top Canadian ETFs to Buy for Instant Diversificationhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/3-top-canadian-etfs-to-buy-for-instant-diversification-3/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=9938270a-350f-4803-951e-04514338919e
Buy one ETF and instantly own slices of thousands of companies worldwide, without having to pick individual winners.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
3 Reasons to Buy AbbVie Stock Like There's No Tomorrowfool.com
It looks like a great buy-and-hold option.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
REET vs HAUZ: Global Real Estate ETF Showdownfool.com
REET delivered 19% returns over one year, but HAUZ offers lower costs and higher income. Which aligns with your real estate strategy?
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Jamie Dimon's Latest Warning Sends Shockwaves Through Wall Street. History Is Very Clear About What Happens Next.fool.com
Dimon said he wouldn't do one thing in particular right now.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
What This Synaptics Insider Filing Signals to Long-Term Investors With the Stock Up 72% in a Yearfool.com
Lisa Bodensteiner's disposition included shares withheld for taxes and a planned sale under a Rule 10b5-1 trading agreement, leaving her with 60,487 direct shares worth $6.87 million.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Prediction: MercadoLibre Stock Could Soar in the Next 5 Years if This Happensfool.com
Improving profitability could be a game changer for the South American e-commerce and fintech giant.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Why Tutor Perini Stock Trounced the Market on Tuesdayfool.com
It's about to join a notable small-cap stock index.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Stock Market Today, July 21: UiPath Falls 1% Despite Tech Stock Reboundfool.com
On July 21, 2026, investors weighed the automation software maker's agentic AI push and recent customer wins against a stock down 83% since its 2021 IPO.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Butterfly Network's CEO Still Holds $51.3 Million in Stock After a 260% Runfool.com
Devivo executed a non-discretionary sale to cover tax withholding on vesting RSUs, retaining 7.7 million shares worth $51.3 million.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
What This Butterfly Network Filing Means Against $121 Million in Guidance and a Stock Up 260%fool.com
This filing details a non-discretionary sale to cover RSU tax withholding obligations.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
"Deceptive Advertising!" Claims Novo Nordisk in Explosive New GLP-1 Lawsuit Against Eli Lilly. Here's What That Means for Both Stocks.fool.com
Novo Nordisk is also demanding that Eli Lilly pull its ads and pay damages.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Why Sabra Health Care REIT Stock Soared Todayfool.com
Investors were cheered with an operational and financial update from the REIT.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
What This MARA Insider Sale Signals as Revenue Fell 18% Amid AI Pivotfool.com
This sale was executed through a family trust under a pre-scheduled Rule 10b5-1 plan adopted last September.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck Says Watch the Test Stands. Here's Why the Neutron Timeline Means Everything for Investors.fool.com
Any further developmental delays could start taking a longer-term toll.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
What This MARA Insider Sale Signals After a $1.26 Billion Quarterly Lossfool.com
Disposition executed under pre-established Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, reducing his direct holdings by less than 1% while stock has declined 46% over the past year.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Brian Niccol's Starbucks Turnaround Is Quietly Working -- Even With Profit Cut in Half. The July 29 Test Comes Next.fool.com
Shares sit near a 52-week high even though profit was cut in half last year. Here's what the market sees.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Prediction: This Dividend ETF's Yield Won't Stay Under 3.5% for Longfool.com
Here's my case for why the yield on the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF is about to go up.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Stock Market Today, July 21: Micron Surges 12% as Semiconductor Strength Lifts Nasdaqfool.com
Today, July 21, 2026, memory-chip leaders rallied, leading stocks higher even as investors weighed geopolitical and tariff risks.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Stock Market Today, July 21: Utz Brands Surges on $2.9 Billion Take-Private Deal. Here's the Lesson for Investors.fool.com
Intersnack's all-cash buyout at $14.25 per share drove a 91% premium and heavy trading, today, July 21, 2026.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Why Sandisk Shares Are Tumbling and What Investors Should Knowfool.com
Sandisk stock is up some 470% year to date.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Micron's 29% Drop Has Nothing to Do With Fundamentalsfool.com
Micron's stock has dipped recently amid unjustified AI fears and a margin unwind.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Canadians: Here’s How Much You Need Saved in Your TFSA to Retirehttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/canadians-heres-how-much-you-need-saved-in-your-tfsa-to-retire-2/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=0f07cc2b-b54d-4a74-b057-817a3f4452ba
Canadians may need roughly $500,000 in a TFSA to generate sufficient retirement income. Here's how to reach that goal.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Disney Is Down 15% in 2026. With Netflix Stumbling, Is the House of Mouse a Contrarian Streaming Buy?fool.com
The entertainment giant's streaming business is finally making money. The market doesn't seem to care yet.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Archer Aviation Teams Up With Anduril For New Attack Aircraftfool.com
Archer and Anduril just revealed an autonomous VTOL platform that could give the cash-burning eVTOL developer a faster path to revenue.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Consider Nowhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/undervalued-canadian-stocks-to-consider-now-3/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=6932c0de-ae6e-4d46-8bbf-a1dff59a6937
Given their resilient business models, multiple long-term growth drivers, and attractive valuations, these two undervalued Canadian stocks offer attractive buying opportunities.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
SpaceX Stock Is Down 40% From Its Post-IPO Peak. Here's What History Says Happens to Mega-IPOs After a Drop Like This.fool.com
Mega-IPOs don't necessarily become the biggest winners -- at least, not quickly.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Berkshire Hathaway's New Leader Has Loaded Up on Alphabet With $10 Billion in Cash. Here's the Likely Reason.fool.com
The conglomerate has dramatically increased its stake in a tech company Warren Buffett took a liking to toward the end of his tenure as CEO.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
The Perfect TFSA Stock: A 5.1% Yield With Monthly Paychequeshttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/the-perfect-tfsa-stock-a-5-1-yield-with-monthly-paycheques/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=4bac1e5b-d277-4971-b19f-b76a4d058daf
This monthly dividend stock offers a 5.1% yield, a resilient real estate portfolio, and steady growth that could make it an ideal fit for a long-term TFSA.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Got $5,000? Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Nowhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/got-5000-top-canadian-stocks-to-buy-right-now-2/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=a55d55e1-cd88-41eb-a387-346dd1c641dd
Split $5,000 between a dividend-paying Canadian bank and a fast-growing space stock that could benefit from the next wave of satellite demand.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Here’s the Average Canadian TFSA at Age 50https://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/heres-the-average-canadian-tfsa-at-age-50-7/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=252a12e5-e9b3-4da5-8841-0ba9f853a346
If your TFSA balance is below the average for Canadians in their early 50s, these two proven dividend stocks could help you close the gap over time.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
2 Dividend Super-Stars That Look Strong On Pullbackshttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/2-dividend-super-stars-that-look-strong-on-pullbacks/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=798b5246-42cb-412e-8ec6-418251eacdcd
These stocks should be attractive to buy on dips.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Owns Zero Pure-Play AI Stocks. But This 2016 Acquisition Gives It Exposure to the Data Center Boom.fool.com
A Berkshire acquisition from 10 years ago gives the Oracle of Omaha's conglomerate exposure to the data center proliferation trend.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Why Redwire Stock Popped on Tuesdayfool.com
Redwire is getting bigger, but so are its losses.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
This Is My Favorite Artificial Intelligence Stock to Buy Right Now (Hint: Not Nvidia, Broadcom, or Alphabet)fool.com
Taiwan Semiconductor has a specific advantage over other AI stocks.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
MongoDB Director Dwight Merriman Sells 16,000 Shares for $5.2 Millionfool.com
Sale executed under pre-scheduled Rule 10b5-1 plan reduced his equity stake by just 1%, leaving him with $496.55 million in remaining holdings.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
One Canadian Dividend Stock Built to Hold in Any Market Conditionhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/one-canadian-dividend-stock-built-to-hold-in-any-market-condition-3/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=a5a8e079-e1ee-4fef-ace9-581e0e998f89
Fortis is a North American utility stock that boasts a 52-year track record of rising dividends and resilience in all market conditions.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Why I’d Choose This Dividend Stock Over Telus or BCE Any Dayhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/21/why-id-choose-this-dividend-stock-over-telus-or-bce-any-day-3/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=4ebb1907-7893-439e-8a9c-a7daa2bdf498
BCE (TSX:BCE) and Telus (TSX:T) are towering dividend payers, but there are less choppy value bets out there.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Gold Has Doubled in Less Than Two Years. Which ETF is Better to Play the Historic Rally, GLD or SGDM?fool.com
SGDM outperformed over the past year but carries deeper drawdowns. GLD offers lower volatility and greater liquidity with $129.2 billion in assets.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Looking to Recession-Proof Your Portfolio? Consider This ETFfool.com
The Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF and the Invesco Food & Beverage ETF are built to weather recessions, but one is the better choice.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
Meta Just Got a Major Boost From Zuckerberg, and Investors Should Take Noticefool.com
The social media giant seeks artificial superintelligence for everyone.
Via The Motley Fool · July 21, 2026
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