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Latest financial news · Updated May 22, 2026
3 Real Estate ETFs Paying Over 3% That Retirees Are Using to Hedge Inflation
The panel consensus is that REITs, particularly REIT ETFs, are not reliable inflation hedges for retirees due to their lower …
'Tax resistance' protest goes viral on TikTok — but not paying the IRS can trigger severe penalties, even prison time
The panel generally agrees that the 'tax strike' trend on TikTok is more symbolic than systemic, with minimal impact on …
Cloudflare leads software sell-off as AI fears weigh on sector
NET's 12.6% drop reflects a mix of sector weakness and AI-related concerns, with panelists divided on whether Cloudflare's core value …
VICI Delivers 8th Annual Dividend Increase Since IPO With Sector-Leading Yield
VICI's 6.3% yield and dividend growth are attractive, but high tenant concentration (73% in Caesars and MGM) and refinancing risks …
The Energy Boom Is Real. These 3 Stocks Are the Smartest Long-Term Buys.
The panelists agree that Energy Transfer (ET), Kinder Morgan (KMI), and Williams (WMB) have significant projects that could drive earnings …
Is Cryptocurrency a Legitimate Part of a Long-Term Investment Portfolio?
The panelists agree that crypto has crossed a legitimacy threshold with institutional adoption and regulated vehicles, but they remain divided …
North Sea Crude Soars to Record High as Hormuz Shock Rips Through Spot Markets
The panel agrees that the $50/barrel premium of Forties Blend spot over Brent futures signals acute near-term scarcity due to …
HELOC and home equity loan rates today, April 10, 2026: A cash solution at low rates
The panel consensus is bearish on HELOCs, warning of hidden risks such as payment shock, draw-period traps, line freeze, and …
CFOs On the Move: Week ending April 10
The panel discusses a week with five major CFO moves across uncorrelated sectors, with mixed signals on stability and growth. …
Stocks Rallied After President Donald Trump's Ceasefire in Iran. Here's How to Invest Now.
The panel generally views the recent market rally as a temporary 'relief bounce' due to the Iran ceasefire, with geopolitical …
Here's Why the New $6,000 Senior Tax Deduction Does Some Retirees No Good
The panel generally agrees that the new $6,000 senior tax deduction is economically modest and narrowly targeted, with a modest …
Check Point (CHKP) Launches AI Defense Plane to Secure Agentic Workflows
The panel is cautiously optimistic about Check Point's (CHKP) AI Defense Plane, acknowledging its potential to address real risks in …