Chris Hill wraps up MarketFoolery with a story about one race, two photos taken at the finish line, and how it applies to stock investing.

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Chris Hill checks in to see how your shopping is going, makes a confession about his upcoming Christmas Eve, and hands the rest of the show off to Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong.

Oracle gets into healthcare tech with its record-setting acquisition of Cerner for $28 billion in cash. “Spider-Man: No Way Home” sets a few records of its own with a $600 million opening weekend. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and encourages investors to find ways to unplug from business news over the holidays.

Holiday Song - Looks Like A Cold, Cold Winter by Ingrid Michaelson

Delta Air Lines projects a profit for its next earnings report but investors seem dubious. Accenture shares rise after a strong 1^st-quarter report comes with raised guidance for the full fiscal year. Maria Gallagher analyzes her story and shares why Niall Ferguson’s “The Ascent of Money” is her investing discovery of 2021.

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Holiday Song - Christmas Calling (Jolly Jones) by Norah Jones

The retail sales report for November underwhelms Wall Street. Comments from Lowe’s executives cause momentary panic. Jason Moser analyzes those stories, and we discuss why the CEOs of The Trade Desk, Cloudflare, and Dick’s Sporting Goods should receive strong consideration for “CEO of the Year”.

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Holiday Song - If We Make It Through December by Pistol Annies

Beyond Meat bounces back on an analyst upgrade tied to McDonald’s. Rentokil buys rival Terminix Global in a $6.7 deal that prompts different reactions from investors. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and discusses the impending break-up of GE, what it means for shareholders, and why he appreciates British naming conventions. Plus, Chris Hill shares a podcast update.

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Holiday Song - I'm Going Surfing for Xmas by Mad Caddies

Harley-Davidson merges its electric motorcycle division (Livewire) with a SPAC. Rivian Automotive wins Motor Trend’s “Truck Of The Year” award. Peloton responds to a fictional character dying on one of their bikes with a new commercial. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and discusses the hidden upside of “seller’s remorse”.

Holiday Song - You and I at Christmas Time by The Bird and the Bee

Thor Industries, the dominant RV maker in North America, starts its fiscal year with a bang. Weber Grill’s 4^th-quarter loss comes in smaller than Wall Street was expecting. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories as well as CEO Elizabeth Spaulding’s “multi-quarter transformation” plans for Stitch Fix.

Holiday Song - That Was The Worst Christmas Ever! by Sufjan Stevens

AutoZone hits a new high after an impressive 1^st-quarter report. Intel announces it will spin off its self-driving car unit (Mobileye) in mid-2022 as a way to raise money. Bill Mann analyzes those stories, as well as Buzzfeed’s uninspiring first day as a public company and what the future of SPACs might look like.

Holiday Song - Ho Ho Ho (Santa's Got To Go) by smoota and Meah Pace

After a rough few weeks in the stock market, Chris Hill has a question he hopes you can answer.

Holiday Song - Merry Christmas (I Don’t Want To Fight Tonight) by The Ramones

Okta pops on strong 3^rd-quarter results and raised guidance. Square is changing its name to Block. Bill Mann analyzes those stories, reflects on Wednesday’s rough day for investors, and identifies a couple of businesses that are in the “too-cheap-to-ignore” category.

Holiday Song - The Dreidel Song by The Slackers

Strong results in the 3^rd-quarter are overshadowed by Salesforce’s guidance in Q4, but maybe the company’s 2^nd attempt at a co-CEO structure will improve the picture for shareholders. Shares of Box pop 12% as the cloud storage company continues its revenue growth. Allbirds falls as revenue growth for the apparel company is outweighed by increasing losses. Maria Gallagher analyzes those stories and we kick off our annual drive to expand the universe of holiday music.

Holiday Music - Mer Jul (More Christmas) by Adolpson & Falk

As Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook) continues to invest in the metaverse, would acquiring Roblox fit with their plans? Asit Sharma answers that question and weighs in on the results from Cyber Monday and the stock market uncertainty caused by the omicron variant.

Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey resigns as longtime CTO Parag Agrawal moves into the corner office. Amazon executive Dave Clark says the Everything Store is about to pass UPS and FedEx as the largest delivery service in the U.S. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and we preview our annual holiday tradition!

Some races end with the runners covered not only in sweat, but also in mud. Chris Hill recently ran one such race, and shares a lesson he learned from a fellow runner and how it applies to stock investing.

Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Zoom Video all issue 3^rd-quarter earnings reports with a similar pattern: better-than-expected results followed by shares falling. Asit Sharma analyzes all three and shares why he believes the short-term pain for shareholders should be buoyed by the strength of each business.

Jay Powell gets nominated for another term as chairman of the Federal Reserve. Cerence shares drop 20% on guidance. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and reports that Monster Beverage and Constellation Brands are engaged in merger talks.

Shares of Walmart fall despite strong 3^rd-quarter results and raised guidance. Home Depot hits a new all-time high after a monster 3^rd quarter fueled by higher average tickets. Bill Mann analyzes those stories and weighs in on the Green Bay Packers selling $90 million worth of stock in the team.

Oatly falls well below its IPO price on revenue challenges. WeWork issues its first report as a public company. Mastercard’s predictions for holiday spending next week include big expectations for luxury goods and apparel. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and shares why he thinks physical store retail (and related REITs) will be worth watching.

Rivian Automotive gears up for one of the biggest IPOs of 2021. DoorDash shares rise on an international acquisition. Coinbase falls as trading activity in the 3^rd quarter was lower than expected. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and shares why business predictability is coveted by investors.

General Electric CEO Larry Culp announces the plan to split into three companies that will focus on aviation, energy, and health care. PayPal shares sink on 3^rd-quarter results and guidance for 2022. Bill Mann analyzes those stories and the eye-popping rise of Roblox shares after its latest earnings report.

Shares of The Trade Desk pop more than 25%. Were 3^rd-quarter results that good? PayPal issues its own 3^rd-quarter results after the closing bell today. What should investors be watching for? Jason Moser answers those questions, and shares how many stocks he owns and why.

As shares get close to a new all-time high after 3^rd-quarter results, Booking Holdings demonstrates its toughness in the face of adversity. Roku shares fall despite encouraging 3^rd-quarter numbers heading into the holidays. Tim Beyers analyzes those stories, and shares a hopeful (and skeptical) view of Fastly’s plans for the future. 

Zillow announces the layoff of 25% of its staff and the shuttering of its home-buying business, causing shares to hit a 52-week low. Bed Bath & Beyond pops on a partnership with Kroger and an update on its share buyback plan. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and Lyft’s ongoing struggle to work out its own economics.

Shares of Avis Budget skyrocket as increased demand for rental cars fuels strong 3^rd-quarter profits. Under Armor’s restructuring plan bears fruit in the form of 3^rd-quarter profits doubling and full-year guidance being raised. Chegg shares fall 46% on a dismal earnings report. Bill Mann analyzes those stories and makes his pitch for a new acronym encompassing the top 8 consumer technology stocks in America.

Coca-Cola buys Bodyarmor for $5.6 billion. Trivago’s 3^rd-quarter results were much better than expected, but shares remain flat. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and discusses the importance of setting expectations with McCormick and other stocks.

It’s our eighth “Apropos Of Nothing” episode!

Chris Hill gets together with a couple of friends to discuss important topics like:

- Pro sports moments we’d change with supernatural creatures

- The Mount Rushmore of Greasy Foods

- Top robots in movies and TV

- Helpful suggestions for a prominent cookie business

And more!

eBay’s stock falls despite better-than-expected results in Q3. Ford Motor pops on strong results and raised full-year guidance. Anheuser-Busch InBev surprises Wall Street with strong 3^rd-quarter profits. Maria Gallagher analyzes those stories and tags one of the most popular Halloween candies as overrated.

Plus, we offer a sneak preview of this weekend’s bonus episode of MarketFoolery!

Fastest revenue growth since 2018 fuels Microsoft shares to a new all-time high. Robinhood’s 3^rd-quarter revenue is much lower than expected as shares fall close to their IPO price. Bill Mann analyzes those stories, discusses Twitter’s ongoing struggles as a business, and shares why Almond Joy needs to be rebranded.

Facebook shares fall on light 3rd-quarter revenue and lowered guidance for the 4^th quarter. UPS hits an all-time high as revenue in the 3^rd quarter climbs 9%. Hasbro warns of supply chain issues but shares rise on strong 3^rd-quarter results. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and discusses the underrated versatility of Heath bars.

PayPal breaks off acquisition talks with Pinterest. Tesla raises the price of certain models and strikes a $4.2 billion dollar deal with Hertz. Wells Fargo gets ready to roll out a new virtual assistant named “Fargo”. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and shares why mini-candy bars are underrated at Halloween.

Shares of Crocs pop nearly 10% after a strong 3^rd quarter and raised full-year guidance. IBM falls after disappointing results from its two largest divisions. Ron Gross analyzes those stories, discusses Facebook’s potential name change, and shares where Kit Kats and Reese’s Peanut Butter Brittle Cups fall in the pantheon of Halloween candy.

3^rd-quarter subscribers come in higher than expected for Netflix, but shares drop anyway. 5G adoption helps boost Verizon’s 3^rd-quarter results. The Verge reports that Facebook will unveil a new name for the company next week. Tim Beyers analyzes those stories and shares his thoughts on overrated/underrated Halloween candies.

Costs are rising for Procter & Gamble but 1^st-quarter profits still came in higher than expected. Bank of New York Mellon continues a solid 2021 with 3^rd-quarter beats on the top and bottom lines. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and Walmart’s potential for earnings growth.

Shares of Zillow Group fall 10% as its home-buying service goes on a brief hiatus. Disney postpones a slate of movies over the next two years as the CEO (reportedly) looks at the pros and cons of spinning off ESPN. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and discusses Walmart’s plan to boost subscribers to its membership service.

German software giant SAP increases guidance for the 3^rd time this fiscal year. Vimeo pops 12% on good results in September. Emily Flippen analyzes those stories along with the latest results from JPMorgan Chase.

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Airbnb and Nike both get upgrades from Wall Street analysts, but one seems a bit “fuzzier” than the other. Asit Sharma takes a closer look at the upgrades and analyzes the latest results from Fastenal.

With earnings later this week from Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and other big banks, how are deposits and loan activity looking? And why is JPMorgan Chase more interested in inflation than the others? Jason Moser previews the latest episode of “Industry Focus” and analyzes Southwest Airlines’ rough weekend and the box office results for “No Time To Die”.

Constellation Brands serves up mixed 2^nd-quarter results. Norwegian Cruise Lines’ CEO believes they’ll be at full capacity by April 2022. Alicia Alfiere analyzes those stories, discusses an ongoing dilemma investors face with their portfolios, and shares a stock on her watchlist.

Shares of the social network fall 5% as Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp go dark for 6 hours. Pepsi posts strong results for Q3 and raises revenue guidance for the year. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and discusses whether regulatory risk is big enough to dissuade one from investing in mega-cap companies like Amazon.

Delta Air Lines reinstates their revenue guidance for Q3. Average fares on Uber and Lyft have been going up and aren’t likely to go back down. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and discusses Amazon getting a VERY early jump on its “Black Friday” deals.

Home prices in July rise nearly 20%. Bed Bath and Beyond shares fall more than 25% on falling store traffic and “pervasive” problems with supply chain. Matt Argersinger, lead investor for Millionacres (The Motley Fool’s real estate investing service), analyzes those stories and shares how he’s learned to embrace the volatility of months like September.

Dollar Tree pops on an increased share buyback plan and strategy to selectively increase prices. Online eyeglasses retailer Warby Parker goes public via direct listing. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and shares why he’s a fan of British software development company Endava.

Mastercard enters the world of “buy now, pay later”. Spotify launches its first global campaign to win over advertisers. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and answers a listener question about buying more shares of a stock after its fallen.

In the wake of recent revelations published in The Wall Street Journal, Facebook hits the pause button on “Instagram for Kids”. Electric carmaker Polestar nears a $21 billion deal to go public via SPAC. Maria Gallagher analyzes those stories and the potential for Best Buy’s new “Total Tech” membership program.

BlackBerry shares pop after 2^nd-quarter results were better than expected. Darden Restaurants hits an all-time high after surprisingly strong results in the fine dining segment. Jim Gillies analyzes those stories and shares why the complete overhaul of eHealth’s management team intrigues him as an investor. 

Bellwether company FedEx falls after a rough start to the fiscal year and lowered guidance for the rest of it. Adobe posts record revenue in the 3^rd quarter but shares of the software giant fall anyway. Andy Cross analyzes those stories and a surprisingly profitable quarter from Stitch Fix.

Should Uber’s stock really have risen 10% after management increased guidance? With the SEC taking a closer look at it, what does the future of payment for order flow look like? Bill Mann answers those questions, discusses ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood, and reacts to a fantastic arrest in New Zealand.

Streaming services dominate the Emmy Awards. Amazon’s rise in the digital ad market is fueled by an increase in sponsored links atop search results. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and shares his thoughts on playing with house money?

DoorDash shares pop on an upgrade. Walmart teams up with Ford Motor to test robo-deliveries in three cities. Alicia Alfiere analyzes those stories as well as the surprisingly good retail numbers from August.

Apple rolls out new versions of the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. Microsoft hikes its dividend and announces a $60 billion stock buyback plan. Tim Beyers analyzes those stories and shares why, despite the fact they generate good cash flow, he’s not a huge fan of McAfee’s business.

Intuit buys MailChimp in a cash-and-stock deal worth $12 billion. Shares of Angi pop on encouraging numbers from August. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories as well as Taco Bell’s newest promotion: a taco subscription service.

Disney announces the rest of its 2021 slate will hit movie theaters before heading to Disney+. Amazon gears up to launch a new line of TVs and possibly sign exclusive rights to the NFL’s “Sunday Ticket” package. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and offers a preview of Apple’s event on Tuesday.

Shares of Lululemon Athletica hit an all-time high after huge 2^nd-quarter results. Boston Beer pulls its earnings guidance and shares fall 8%. Bill Mann analyzes those stories, discusses the lack of communication from GameStop executives, and calls for Congressional hearings to investigate “holiday drift”.

PayPal buys Paidy (a Japanese buy now, pay later company) for $2.7 billion. Asit Sharma analyzes the growing interest in the buy now, pay later industry, as well as the latest results from Coupa Software. As the Industry Focus podcast gets ready to record its 2,000^th episode, Chris Hill answers a question he’s gotten several times over the years.

A slow news day means it’s time to break out a round of “Yes, No, Maybe So”. Jason Moser shares why he’s bullish on Elastic, why he thinks the thesis has changed for Fastly, and why he’s on the fence about Lemonade. Plus, we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss allocation strategies.

Why was one of history’s most celebrated writers vastly underpaid? What can Poe teach us about the gig economy and getting ahead in our own careers? Catherine Baab-Muguira answers those questions and shares other highlights from her new book, Poe for Your Problems: Uncommon Advice from History’s Least Likely Self-Help Guru.

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Zoom Video’s 2^nd-quarter revenue topped $1 billion for the first time, but shares fell more than 15% as growth slows. Shares of Yandex rise as the Russian tech company buys out Uber’s interest in several joint ventures. Maria Gallagher analyzes those stories and shares why Designer Brands’ amazing 2^nd-quarter report glosses over genuine challenges for the business.

Shares of Affirm pop 44% as the buy now, pay later business teams up with Amazon. Disney looks to license the ESPN brand to sports-betting companies for a reported $3 billion. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and shares five great quotes from Warren Buffett on his 91^st birthday.

Dick’s Sporting Goods soars to a new all-time high while Nordstrom plummets on sales that are lower than pre-pandemic levels. Bill Mann analyzes the retail landscape and weighs in on SEC Chairman Gary Gensler’s declaration that the SEC is going to demand more transparency from Chinese companies.

Best Buy’s 2^nd-quarter comps were three times higher than Wall Street was expecting. Medtronic shares hit a new high after strong 1^st-quarter profits and revenue came with raised full-year guidance. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and Camping World’s curious decision to double their quarterly dividend.

Target preps for the holidays by tripling the number of Disney shops inside its stores. The activist investor battle between Starboard Value and Box escalates. Jason Moser analyzes those stories, as well as the “War On Cash” drama that broke out at WWE’s SummerSlam event in Las Vegas.

Nvidia shares pop on a stellar 3^rd-quarter report. Robinhood’s stock falls after its first report as a public company and warnings from management that trading activity is slowing down. Tim Beyers analyzes those stories, as well as how Cisco Systems’ recent acquisitions are fueling the company’s revenue growth.

Sonos shares pop 10% after an International Trade Commission judge rules Google infringed on some of the company’s audio technology patents. SoFi falls 15% after its 2^nd-quarter report, but is it a buying opportunity? Jason Moser analyzes those stories and offers a preview of Tuesday mornings earnings report from Home Depot.

Chegg, Planet Fitness, and TheRealReal all issue 2^nd-quarter reports. Maria Gallagher analyzes the results and shares why she likes the long-term trends working in TheRealReal’s favor.

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The Trade Desk’s 2^nd-quarter revenue doubled, but shares fall. Berkshire-Hathaway’s 2^nd quarter is highlighted by share buybacks (again). Jason Moser analyzes those stories and ponders the likelihood of CEVA still being a stand-alone company in 10 years.

Etsy falls despite strong 2^nd-quarter results. Booking Holdings posts a wider loss in the 2^nd quarter but shares rise on higher travel demand. Wayfair’s 2^nd-quarter profits surprise Wall Street (in a good way). Ron Gross analyzes those stories and discusses online shopping habits.

Shares of CVS Health fall despite strong 2^nd-quarter profits and raising guidance. Live Nation Entertainment’s 2^nd-quarter results has their CEO excited for 2022 and 2023. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and discusses whether Apple’s new partnership with Affirm Holdings indicates more than just the partnership.

Clorox ends its fiscal year with a whimper, not a bang. Under Armour shares rise on a strong 2^nd-quarter and reasons for optimism. Gartner pops more than 10% on its own strong 2^nd quarter. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and shares why having a good brand is helpful, but not always enough.  

Square buys Afterpay, the Australian payments company, for $29 billion in stock. Foot Locker buys two smaller athletic apparel retailers (WSS and Atmos) for a combined $1.1 billion. Jason Moser analyzes both acquisitions, as well as Square’s 2^nd-quarter results.

Facebook’s 2nd-quarter revenue growth was driven by its ability to charge more for ads. PayPal’s 2nd-quarter payment volume grew 40%, but shares sell off due to concerns related to eBay. John Rotonti analyzes those stories, iRobot’s 2nd-quarter results, and which companies have (and don’t have) the ability to raise prices.

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It’s not that Starbucks’ 3^rd-quarter comps were higher than a year ago, it’s that they were higher than two years ago. Alphabet demonstrates that online advertising isn’t dead. Shopify continues to impress with their 2^nd-quarter results. Tim Beyers analyzes those stories and provides his headlines to the latest quarters from Apple and Microsoft.

Tesla posts record profits in the 2nd quarter. AerCap wins regulatory approval to buy GE’s aircraft leasing business. Sherwin-Williams posts pretty good 2nd-quarter results. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and discusses the importance of finding management teams with strong capital allocation skills.

Hasbro shares hit a 52-week high after strong 2nd-quarter results. America’s population growth is slowing down, so what does it mean for different industries? Jason Moser analyzes those stories and shares what he’s going to be watching when Teladoc Health and Qualcomm report earnings later this week.

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Crocs and Domino’s Pizza hit new all-time highs after their latest 2^nd-quarter reports. Southwest Airlines drops after 2^nd-quarter revenue comes in lower than Wall Street was expecting. Maria Gallagher analyzes those stories and the pizza landscape in NYC.

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Johnson & Johnson posts strong 2^nd-quarter results and raises guidance for the full fiscal year. Philip Morris has a mixed 2^nd-quarter and gets questions about its recent acquisition. Sarah Gentry and Connor Allen analyze those stories, pick out highlights from Netflix’s most recent results, and share why Blue Bird Corp. and DermTech are on their watchlists.

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Nasdaq partners with several banks to spin off Nasdaq Private Market as a stand-alone company. Ally Financial shares rise after strong 2^nd-quarter profits. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and discusses the long-term investing ripple effects of Jeff Bezos’ trip to space.

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Zoom Video makes its biggest acquisition ever buying Five9, a cloud-based call center operator, for $14.7 billion in stock. AutoNation posts blowout earnings in the 2^nd quarter. Jason Moser analyzes those stories and breaks down what happens when a stock you own has been bought for cash.

Can investing change the way you look at the world? Chris Hill shares how standup paddleboarding and a meal at Rodney Scott’s BBQ helped him think about investing. (We’re off Thursday so if you’re looking for another great financial show to listen to this week check out the shows hosted by our recent guests!)

The Tech Money Podcast with Malcolm Ethridge - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-tech-money-podcast/id1543050659

Check Your Balances - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/check-your-balances/id1551991071

The growth of retail investing over the past year has been incredible and is poised to increase from here. Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross discusses that phenomenon, why we may need to rethink the definition of “small caps”, and Airbnb’s need for a strong 2^nd half of the year.

The Chinese government’s move against Didi are only the latest in a string of actions against technology companies. Bill Mann discusses what he believes some investors are missing in the story and shares his straightforward approach to investing in China. Plus, he digs into the brands underneath Authentic Brands Group as well as Robinhood’s S-1 filing.

The attorneys general of 36 states and the District of Columbia sue Google over its app store. A combination of macro fears drive the day on Wall Street. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories and discusses the potential role of ETFs for investors.  

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An analyst note from JPMorgan sends shares of Whirlpool higher. Alicia Alfiere analyzes the rise of home improvement stocks and shares why Whirlpool fits the trend. Plus, we discuss whether or not to sell shares of Uber after a nice gain, and the peace treaty that hot dog consumers have been waiting for!

Shares of Didi fall 15% after the Chinese government stops new users from downloading the ride-hailing app as it conducts a cybersecurity review. Krispy Kreme doesn’t raise as much money as it hoped with its IPO. Jason Moser analyzes those stories, discusses the challenge of adding to your winners, and shares why he believes inflation may not be as transitory as once thought.

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Why is dating app Bumble opening a café & wine bar?
Are Microsoft and Apple the new “safe” stocks for conservative investors?

Why are there so many IPOs already in 2021?

Maria Gallagher answers those questions and analyzes Clear, the frequent flier ID company, on its 1st day as a public company.

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After passing the Federal Reserve’s stress tests Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo, and JPMorgan Chase all raise their dividends. Asit Sharma analyzes what’s being the moves, as well as the latest quarterly results from office furniture-maker Herman Miller and financial software/services company FactSet.

Etsy buys Elo7, the “Etsy of Brazil”. The latest movie from the “Fast & Furious” franchise takes in $70 million in its opening weekend in the U.S., which pushes it over the $400 million mark worldwide. Jason Moser analyzes those stories, discusses Doximity’s noteworthy IPO from last week, and analyzes the merits of taking profits vs. letting your winners run.

Why is retirement income scarier than usual? How is starting your own business a bit like planning for retirement? Ross Anderson, CFP and co-founder of Craft Work Capital, answers those questions and shares why selling his car last year may have been a mistake.

For more insights from Ross Anderson and his co-host Dan Messeca, give a listen to their podcast “Check Your Balances”.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/check-your-balances/id1551991071

As a CFP and executive at CIC Wealth, Malcolm Ethridge helps clients figure out their own individual path to retirement. He shares how they’re feeling, their relative interest in meme stocks, and what he thinks the rest of the year will be like for people trying to chart their own financial path.

For more financial knowledge and insights, check out “The Tech Money Podcast with Malcolm Ethridge”.

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-tech-money-podcast/id1543050659

As we approach the mid-point of 2021, where do things stand for investors? Ron Gross discusses the recent Fed meeting, the relative volatility of the market, and what he’s watching in the 2^nd half of the year.

On this day in 1997 Chris Hill started working at The Motley Fool. He shares a few investing lessons he’s learned over the years, how he’s trying to think more like a Zen master, and the time he bought a stock while he was high.  

Roblox shares drop after the company reports a drop in daily active users as well as spending. La-Z-Boy wraps up the fiscal year with a strong report but shares fall nearly 10%. Maria Gallagher analyzes those stories and discusses eBay selling its division in South Korea for $3.6 billion.

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The U.S. and European Union settle a 17-year trade dispute involving Boeing and Airbus. Shares of CD Projekt rise on reports that Cyberpunk 2077 is being added back to the PlayStation store. Yasser El-Shimy analyzes those stories and talks about Vroom, Carvana, and the increasing prices of used cars.

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Lordstown Motors drops 20% as the CEO and CFO resign. Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan says consumer spending has risen 20% over 2019 levels. Jason Moser analyzes those stories, plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss whether selling Apple in favor of smaller growth stocks is a good idea.

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RH pops 15% after a huge 1^st-quarter report comes with raising full-year guidance. ServiceNow gets an upgrade from Goldman Sachs. Asit Sharma analyzes those stories, plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to talk about how long new investors should give themselves to decide if stock-picking is right for them.

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Casey’s General Stores wraps up the fiscal year with a rock solid 4^th quarter. Chipotle raises wages and menu prices.

Clay Bruning analyzes those stories and discusses where companies like Sumo Logic and Datadog fall in the spectrum of attractiveness for investors interested in data analytics businesses.

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Stitch Fix rises on better than expected 3^rd-quarter results. Chico’s gets involved in an activist investor battle. Berkshire-Hathaway invests $500 million in Nubank, an online bank in Brazil. Jim Gillies analyzes those stories and shares why he believes we’re living in a golden age of “The Greater Fool” theory.

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