Boomers are buying into the promise of monthly income from options ETFs, but there's a tax catch
Covered call ETFs have been widely adopted by baby boomers to meet monthly income needs, but unlike most ETFs, the tax implications can be significant.
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Top Wall Street analysts are bullish on the growth potential of these 3 stocks
Amid fear of rate hikes and oil prices, investors can look past volatility and track Street analysts' stock picks with strong long-term growth potential.
Always on, always listening: New AI devices are pushing legal limits and could put users in jeopardy
AI always-listening wearables from Apple, Amazon, Meta and other startups are getting creative with privacy rules and fueling concerns about covert recordings.
Why hedge funds could be making a bond market shock more likely
The Bank of England's deputy governor has warned that hedge funds' activities could raise the risk of a global bond market shock.
Semiconductor market to remain solid ‘at least through next year,’ South Korea finance minister says
South Korea's finance minister said semiconductor growth can last at least through 2027 as supply remains tight despite a global chip sell-off.
AI stocks plunge. Inflation heats up. Where we're still finding opportunities
The sinking AI trade rattled last week's market. But solid bank earnings and a rotation beyond tech gave us reasons for optimism.
'Dead money’ for a decade: Why this hedge fund approach may deliver an advantage over bonds
Investors may want to rethink their bond allocation and opt for managed futures exposure.
Trump's student loan overhaul could lead to more bankruptcy filings, former judge says
After nearly three decades as a bankruptcy judge, Sarah Sharer Curley writes about the legal process in her new book, "The Price of Forgiveness."
'Everyone laughed' when he started a pumpkin farm—now it brings in $2 million a year
Kelly Schultz bought a pumpkin farm in 1996. He transformed it into a seasonal attraction that draws in 100,000 visitors each fall.
Berkshire shares buck market sell-off, rally to highest since Buffett said he would step down as CEO
Berkshire Hathaway shares are at their highest level since Warren Buffett told shareholders at the May 2025 annual meeting he planned to step down as CEO at the end of that year.
Bending Spoons wants to revive software castoffs. Berkshire is backing the plan
Less than four months into life as a public company, Bending Spoons got a big vote of confidence this week from Berkshire Hathaway.
Trump waives broad new Russia sanctions and tariffs under Graham Act, citing national interest
Trump signed the Graham Bill, which targeted Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, into law in September.