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Amazon has experienced over a 300,000% increase since its 1997 IPO and continues to grow, with expected revenue growth of more than 9% this year. However, competitors like Shopify are emerging, bringing significant innovations to the online shopping sector, suggesting a shift in market dynamics. Want More Context? 🔎

Waste Management (NYSE: WM) stock rose 3.4% following a strong second-quarter earnings report that exceeded Wall Street expectations and included a raised full-year free-cash-flow target. Earlier in the session, shares had increased by as much as 5.4%. Want More Context? 🔎

Energy Transfer (NYSE: ET) is a significant income investment for the author, who appreciates the higher allocation to this master limited partnership (MLP) due to its attractive benefits. The key reason for holding Energy Transfer is its impressive distribution yield, which exceeds 10% based on the author's low-cost basis, compared to the current yield of over 7%. Want More Context? 🔎

Traditional individual retirement accounts (IRAs) offer significant tax advantages, a wide range of investment options, and flexibility, including catch-up contributions for those over 50. As of mid-2024, 44% of households hold at least one IRA, making it a popular retirement savings method, though investors must be cautious to avoid common mistakes that can lead to costly errors. Want More Context? 🔎

Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) has struggled, with a 1% decline over the past year as of July 30, underperforming in a generally bullish crypto market and ranking last among the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market cap. However, new use cases may provide opportunities for recovery in the rapidly changing crypto landscape. Want More Context? 🔎

The S&P 500 bull market remains strong, with historical data showing an average August return of 0.6% since 1928, according to Yardeni Research. Wall Street recommends buying stocks like Chipotle Mexican Grill and DigitalOcean, each priced under $100, highlighting their potential as worthwhile investments. Want More Context? 🔎