California’s Push for Electric Trucks Sputters Under Trump

The Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (NYSEMKT: VIG) is designed to track the S&P U.S. Dividend Growers Index, focusing on companies that have consistently increased dividends for at least 10 years. It excludes the highest-yielding 25% of stocks, offering a growth-oriented approach to dividend investing rather than a purely income-focused strategy. Want More Context? 🔎

The "Magnificent Seven," a term from CNBC's Jim Cramer, includes leading tech companies: Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Tesla, Nvidia, and Meta. While all but Nvidia have reported results, five of these stocks are considered solid buys, with two others recommended for monitoring as they grow increasingly interesting to investors. Want More Context? 🔎

Walgreens Boots Alliance (NASDAQ: WBA) is undergoing a significant transition as it prepares to go private due to ongoing corporate challenges and market saturation in the pharmacy sector. This shift may attract more aggressive investors due to unique aspects of the take-private transaction, even though the company will no longer be publicly traded in the near future. Want More Context? 🔎

Predicting market movements to buy low and sell high is challenging and often unprofitable over time. Instead, investors should focus on thorough research, investing in quality stocks they can hold long-term, and building a diversified portfolio of at least 25 stocks across various sectors to enhance returns during market fluctuations. Want More Context? 🔎

Warren Buffett is signaling caution to investors through Berkshire Hathaway's recent actions, particularly by amassing a cash position of $344 billion and halting share buybacks, despite the stock market's elevated valuations. This shift suggests that Buffett may be wary of market conditions, prompting investors to consider following his lead. Want More Context? 🔎

Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI) shares fell 25% over the past year after missing analyst expectations in its fiscal 2025 Q4 results, despite a nearly 50% year-to-date increase. The company has consistently reduced its revenue guidance, starting last November, leading to underwhelming fiscal Q1, Q2, and Q3 results prior to the latest disappointing report. Want More Context? 🔎