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The U.S. trade deficit widened more than expected in March, increasing to $140.5 billion, a significant 14% rise from February’s revised figure of $123.2 billion. This information was released on Tuesday by the Census Bureau and the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The data indicates a notable shift in trade dynamics during the month, highlighting economic trends that may impact future trade policies and economic conditions. Full Article

The current market downturn is causing some investors to seek conservative stock picks, while others see an opportunity to acquire growth stocks at a discount, such as Intuitive Machines (NASDAQ: LUNR). After a remarkable 611% increase in 2024, the stock has fallen 53% in 2025, prompting questions about whether now is a good buying opportunity or if caution is warranted. The booming space economy, projected to grow from $630 million in 2023 to $1.8 trillion...

In the fourth quarter, several hedge fund billionaires increased their holdings in the iShares Bitcoin Trust (NASDAQ: IBIT), an ETF by BlackRock that tracks Bitcoin's spot price. Gautam Chhugani from AllianceBernstein and Geoff Kendrick from Standard Chartered both predict Bitcoin will reach $200,000 by 2025, suggesting a 110% upside from its current price of $95,000, which would similarly benefit the iShares Bitcoin Trust. Investors should be aware of these optimistic forecasts and their implications for...

In April, many American students enjoyed Spring Break, while investors largely moved away from Udemy (NASDAQ: UDMY), resulting in a nearly 12% loss in the company's stock price for the month. This decline followed the unexpected replacement of CEO Greg Brown with Hugo Sarrazin, a former executive at McKinsey & Company, which created unease among shareholders. As a result, the stock's downturn raises questions about whether Udemy is now attractively priced for potential investors. Full...

In this episode of the Motley Fool Scoreboard, expert analysts delve into the dynamic landscape of Karooooo (NASDAQ: KARO), offering valuable insights into market trends and investment opportunities. Viewers are encouraged to watch the accompanying video for a deeper understanding of the stock's potential. Please note that the stock prices referenced were from March 31, 2025, and the video was published on May 5, 2025. Full Article

Most dividend stocks make quarterly payments, which can complicate regular passive income for covering monthly expenses, necessitating staggered payment schedules. A more straightforward solution is to invest in monthly dividend stocks, particularly real estate investment trusts (REITs) like Agree Realty (NYSE: ADC), EPR Properties (NYSE: EPR), and Stag Industrial (NYSE: STAG), which offer higher-yielding dividends. These stocks are recommended for purchase in May to facilitate consistent monthly passive income. Full Article