Author name: Sarah Oconnor

The difference between claiming early and waiting is magnified when you look at maximum possible benefits. One of the biggest factors determining your Social Security retirement benefit is how much you earn during your career. A long, high-paying career puts you one step closer to receiving the maximum possible monthly check once you claim benefits. […]

Is it time to swap Bitcoin for Solana? Here’s what you need to know about these big crypto names and their long-term prospects. The S&P 500 (^GSPC 1.09%) market index has seen a total return of 25% in 2024. That’s a fantastic year for the stock market, but it can’t hold a candle to the

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the most revolutionary technology in a generation. Its ability to instantly generate text, images, videos, and even computer code could drive a productivity boom for businesses all over the world. The industry is still in its infancy, but Wall Street’s forecasts suggest AI could add anywhere between $7 trillion and $200

For many older adults, Social Security makes the difference between enjoying a comfortable retirement and struggling to make ends meet. However, 55% of U.S. adults admit that their benefits are not enough to cover their basic needs in retirement, according to a 2024 survey from the Nationwide Retirement Institute. A separate study from investment management

Billionaire Stanley Druckenmiller might not be a household name like Warren Buffett, but he’s one of the best investors of all time. The George Soros protégé ran the Duquesne Capital Management hedge fund for nearly 30 years with an average annual return of 30% and no losing years. That’s a phenomenal track record. These days,

Building an investment portfolio worth $1 million or more is a dream many people share, yet relatively few will achieve. In fact, when asked what a “high net worth” looks like in a 2023 survey by Empower, the median response was $400,000 — and 74% of survey participants believed they’d never reach that threshold. Investing

In today’s video, I discuss recent updates affecting Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU). To learn more, check out the short video, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below. *Stock prices used were the pre-market prices of Dec. 19, 2024. The video was published on Dec. 19, 2024. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our

The weight-loss biotech Viking Therapeutics (VKTX 1.83%) saw its stock get absolutely slammed on Dec. 18, falling 18% as a result of a new move announced by Merck (MRK -1.48%). Given that Viking doesn’t yet have any products approved for sale, is this the start of the end, or just a rough bump in the