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Lumen (NYSE: LUMN) stock surged 11% on Monday by 3:30 p.m. ET, contrasting with declines in both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite, which fell 0.3% and 0.5%, respectively. This increase in valuation is attributed to positive analyst coverage, despite Lumen's stock still being down approximately 21% for 2025's trading. However, it has shown remarkable growth of 219% over the past year. Full Article

Selecting stocks for long-term investment necessitates a focus on top-performing companies, particularly in light of current market uncertainties. Companies that offer mass-appealing services with recurring revenue models, like subscriptions, are often valued higher due to their predictable income. Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) and Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) exemplify elite growth stocks that are likely to provide excellent returns in the years ahead. Full Article

In this podcast, Motley Fool analyst Jason Moser and host Ricky Mulvey discuss key investment strategies during uncertain times. Additionally, Motley Fool personal finance expert Robert Brokamp joins the conversation to provide insights on how to diversify savings effectively. For more in-depth content, listeners can access full episodes of The Motley Fool's free podcasts and explore a recommended list of top stocks to buy. Full Article

Investing in stocks can be beneficial at any time, including May, despite some investors taking a break for summer. Three contributors from The Motley Fool recommend purchasing healthcare stocks, highlighting Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY), Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO), and Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: VRTX) as strong options. These selections are based on their potential for growth and stability in the market. Full Article

Berkshire Hathaway has outperformed the S&P 500 over the past 60 years, driven by strategic investments in companies like American Express, Coca-Cola, and Apple. However, its recent first-quarter results reveal a record cash position of $342.39 billion, with its public equity portfolio valued at $277.41 billion, indicating that its subsidiaries are increasingly contributing to its overall value, which stands at $1.16 trillion. At the annual shareholder meeting, investors raised concerns regarding the future of Berkshire's...

The launch of ChatGPT on November 30, 2022, catalyzed a significant revolution in artificial intelligence (AI), leading to a remarkable 550% increase in Nvidia's stock, elevating the company to a multitrillion-dollar valuation. While Nvidia remains a central player in the AI chip market, investors are now looking beyond it, with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE: TSM) emerging as a strong contender for dominance in the AI chip sector in the coming decade. Despite the prominence of...