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Apr 21, 2026 by Todd Shriber

Bank on Buffett's Favorite Japanese Stocks With This ETF

The WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity Fund is an effective tool for investors looking to follow Berkshire Hathaway into Japan.

Apr 21, 2026 by Jake Lerch

SPY and GLD: Are There More Affordable Alternatives to These Very Popular ETFs?

SPY and GLD are two of the largest ETFs by Assets Under Management (AUM), but there are more affordable options.

Apr 21, 2026 by Robert Izquierdo

Which Is the Better Bond ETF, Vanguard's VGIT or Fidelity's FIGB?

Expense ratios, yield differences, and risk profiles reveal distinct advantages for each fund. See how these factors shape their roles in a diversified portfolio.

Apr 21, 2026 by Jake Lerch

FIGB vs. IEI: Fidelity Bond ETF Offers Higher Yield But iShares Treasury Fund Has Lower Fees

Compare the trade-offs between broader credit exposure and cost efficiency as these two bond ETFs target different segments of the fixed-income market.

Apr 21, 2026 by The Motley Fool Team and David Meier

Stock Market Today (LIVE): Stocks Rise on Iran Peace Hopes; The Best May Be Yet to Come at Netflix

Top insights from the latest market news from Tuesday, April 21, from The Motley Fool analysts on Team Rule Breakers and Team Hidden Gems.

Apr 21, 2026 by Stefon Walters

Looking for Small-Cap Exposure? Here Is Why the Vanguard Russell 2000 ETF Deserves a Closer Look.

It's cheap and covers a lot of ground -- a win-win.

Apr 21, 2026 by David Dierking

SCHD vs. VOO: Which One Will Make You Richer?

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has been an elite performer in 2026. Is it now the better choice over the S&P 500?

Apr 21, 2026 by TMF Breakfast News

Breakfast News: UNH Reports a Clean Bill of Health

UnitedHealth results beat expectations, semiconductor index surges to highs, and more...

Apr 21, 2026 by Matt Frankel, CFP

This Dirt Cheap ETF Covers Small-Cap Stocks From Both Developed and Emerging Markets. Here Is Why That Combination Could Be One of the Best Long-Term Diversifiers Right Now

If you think there aren't any areas of the stock market that are still cheap, think again.

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Apr 21, 2026 by Trevor Jennewine

The Stock Market Flashes a Warning as Investors Get Bad News About President Trump's Economy. History Says This Will Happen Next.

The S&P 500 currently trades near its record high, but the bull market may be in jeopardy.

Apr 20, 2026 by Jeremy Bowman

After Weeks of Extreme Fear, the Market Sentiment Index Just Jumped 20 Points. Here's What Comes Next.

Investor sentiment has swung wildly in recent weeks.

Apr 20, 2026 by Jeremy Bowman

Iran Tensions Are Heating Up Again. So Why Did the Russell 2000 Just Hit an All-Time High?

Stocks cooled off with the Strait of Hormuz closing, but small-cap stocks were still winners.

Apr 20, 2026 by Emma Newbery

Stock Market Today, April 20: Market Rebound Stumbles as Oil Disruption Continues

U.S.-Iran tensions drive jitters as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq pull back from highs, and the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, today, April 20, 2026.

Apr 20, 2026 by Leo Sun

Is This the Right Time to Rebalance Your Portfolio?

It's a prudent strategy for some investors, but a wasteful one for others.

Apr 20, 2026 by Matthew Benjamin

Warsh's Fed Confirmation Hearing Starts Tomorrow. 3 Huge Things Investors Should Listen For

Fed chief nominee Kevin Warsh's confirmation hearing could have critical information for investors.

Apr 20, 2026 by Keith Noonan

The Fear and Greed Index Flipped to Greed This Week. Here's Why Smart Investors Are Paying Close Attention.

Investors are optimistic in the face of significant macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty. What comes next?

Apr 20, 2026 by Neha Chamaria

VCIT vs VGIT: Which Bond ETF Wins in Today's Rate Environment?

Explore how two low-cost bond ETFs differ in risk and income potential, helping investors align fixed income choices with their goals.

Apr 20, 2026 by Bram Berkowitz

The Stock Market's Fear & Greed Index Just Shifted Toward Greed. History Says This Is What Happens Next for S&P 500 Investors.

CNN's Fear & Greed Index reflects broader market sentiment.

Apr 20, 2026 by David Jagielski, CPA

Why Warren Buffett Still Isn't Seeing Bargains in the Market

Stocks may have dipped earlier this year, but Buffett has seen much larger declines in the past.

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Apr 20, 2026 by Motley Fool YouTube

Is It Too Late to Buy Nvidia? Why Calm Markets May Still Reward Buying Great Businesses

Why some investors are still buying Nvidia and staying calm despite modest market pullbacks.

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