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SummaryASML's (NASDAQ: ASML) stock has plummeted approximately 40% from its 52-week high due to new export-control regulations impacting its future prospects. Despite this, the company reported a record €7.7 billion in sales and a 54% gross margin in Q1 2025. The analysis raises questions about ASML's ability to remain essential amidst the demand from AI-focused foundries for 2-nanometer technology, while also considering the risks posed by geopolitical factors and inconsistent order patterns. Full Article

The AI stock showdown features Palantir and Microsoft, representing a fast-moving disruptor and a cash-rich giant, respectively. A video published on May 2, 2025, analyzes their AI strategies, financials, and risks to help investors make informed decisions before the next big breakout. The stock prices referenced are from April 23, 2025, providing a timely context for evaluating these two companies in the competitive AI landscape. Full Article

An individual retirement account (IRA) is a personal savings plan that helps Americans save for retirement while providing tax benefits. There are various types of IRAs, including Traditional and Roth IRAs, which can be opened through financial institutions. For 2025, individuals can contribute up to $7,000 to a traditional IRA if they are under 50, and up to $8,000 if they turn 50 or older during the year, provided they or their spouse have earned income. Full Article

For over a century, the stock market has been the primary wealth creator, consistently outperforming other asset classes like Treasury bonds, real estate, and commodities in terms of annualized returns. However, stock prices do not rise steadily; since mid-February, major indices—including the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite—have experienced significant fluctuations. The Dow and S&P have entered correction territory, while the Nasdaq has faced its first bear market in three years. Full Article

Arista Networks (NYSE: ANET) experienced a significant surge in its share price, rising over 16% throughout the week, primarily due to a positive analyst recommendation change. On Tuesday, Mike Genovese of Rosenblatt Securities upgraded his outlook on the company from sell to neutral, setting a new price target of $85 per share. This optimistic shift contributed to the company's strong performance as it headed into the weekend. Full Article

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) stock experienced a significant increase, surging as much as 5% due to investor optimism surrounding its upcoming display of fully autonomous driving technology, set to be revealed in less than a month. Despite not having any fully driverless vehicles currently on the road, Tesla's stock has gained nearly 10% over the last month, partly fueled by a recent partnership announcement from competitor Waymo, which may suggest that Tesla holds a competitive edge in the self-driving technology race. As of 2:38 p.m. ET, Tesla shares were trading up 4.7%, reflecting this positive investor sentiment. Full Article

Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) experienced a volatile day in the market, with shares initially rising nearly 3% following a Wells Fargo report that deemed the upcoming fiscal year 2026 defense budget a "big win for defense stocks." However, the positive momentum was quickly dampened by Bloomberg's report that the Trump administration intends to terminate Space Launch System launches and production of Orion space capsules after just three missions, impacting NASA's Project Artemis moon missions. This news introduces uncertainty surrounding Lockheed's future in space exploration and defense contracts. Full Article

Elon Musk's involvement in multiple ventures has led to concerns among Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) stock investors regarding his commitment to the electric vehicle company. This dilution of focus has sparked feelings of neglect toward Tesla's interests. As of April 29, 2025, stock prices were noted, and a related video was published on May 1, 2025, highlighting these investor sentiments. Full Article

Tesla's (NASDAQ: TSLA) stock carries significant risk, much like many other market stocks, raising the question of whether the risk/reward assessment is favorable for investors. Critics highlight the stock's valuation, suggesting it appears excessively overvalued based on metrics like earnings, cash flow, and sales, particularly when comparing Tesla's enterprise value to EBITDA against other companies, including Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG). Ultimately, Tesla's valuation as merely a car manufacturer does not seem to hold up under scrutiny. Full Article

Social Security recipients rely on cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) to maintain their purchasing power against inflation. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) predicts a 2.4% increase for 2026, marking the smallest raise since 2021, although this forecast was made before significant tariff hikes under the Trump administration, which may lead to increased inflation. Consequently, the Social Security Administration's actual COLA for 2026 could exceed current expectations due to the evolving economic climate. Full Article