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We discuss the potential for another major media merger as Paramount Skydance eyes Warner Bros Discovery, and there’s a new richest person in the world as Oracle tries to take on big tech hyperscalers. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rick Munarriz discuss: - Paramount’s interest in Warner Bros Discovery - Oracle’s huge deal with OpenAI - Adobe’s AI story - Rank media, autonomous vehicle, and restaurant stocks Companies discussed: Netflix (NFLX), Disney (DIS), Warner Bros Discovery (WBD), Comcast (CMCSA), Fox (FOX), Tesla (TSLA), Rivian (RIVN), Uber (UBER), Mobileye (MBLY), WeRide (WRD), Chipotle (CMG), Darden (DRI), Cava (CAVA), Portillo’s (PTLO), Wingstop (WING) Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Rick Munarriz Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisemen

Ever since interest rates started to rise in 2022, the American mortgage market has been stuck. With recent economic data, though, mortgage rates have been coming down and it’s bringing buyers and refinancers out of the woodwork. Plus, Oracle’s record breaking market day and the continued rise of the exchange traded fund. Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Jon Quast discuss: - Mortgage applications jumped the most in over three years - Oracle’s multi-year backlog and the implications for AI - Exchange Traded Funds outnumbering stocks for the first tim - Stocks (and ETFs) on our radar. Companies discussed: RKT, UPST, ORCL, STX, AMD, QTUM, VTWO Host: Tyler Crowe Guests: Matt Frankel, Jon Quast Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved

We discuss the new iPhone’s impact on Apple’s business, whether the economy is slowing, and what Oracle’s huge move today means for investors.Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss: Apple’s newest products Jobs data and the latest on inflation Oracle’s blowout numbers Companies discussed: AAPL (AAPL), Oracle (ORCL). Host: Travis HoiumGuests: Lou Whiteman, Rachel WarrenEngineer: Natasha Hall Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment deci

Warby Parker’s has serious AI glasses plans with Google. Tom Gardner, Tim Beyers, and Dave Gilboa discuss: Explaining Warby Parker’s business to a 10-year-old Plans for those AI glasses Capital allocation at Warby Parker Hosts: Tom Gardner and Tim Beyers Guest: Dave Gilboa Engineer: Natasha Hall Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Vis

Parting is such sweet sorrow. Today on Motley Fool Money, Rick Munarriz, with analysts Lou Whiteman and Jason Hall discuss selling decisions they wish they could have back. They also look at some stocks that could thrive in the new normal after last week’s problematic jobs report. There’s also a sporty look at some of this year’s biggest winners and losers. They unpack: - Painful decisions to sell that continue to haunt them. - Three stocks that should move higher as the Fed nudges rates lower. - A game that separates this year’s risers from sinkers. Companies discussed: AX, L, MSFT, NFLX, SBUX, MEG, ZG, TSLA, NVDA, Host: Rick Munarriz, Jason Hall, Lou Whiteman Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in

Tom Slater is a partner and investment manager at Edinburgh-based investment firm Baillie Gifford. Motley Fool Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross talks with Slater about the keys to successful long-term investing. Topics discussed include: Finding long-term winners Managing your mindset Culture and leadership Allocation E-commerce winners Host: Andy CrossProducer: Mac GreerEngineer: Adam LandfairDisclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment d

Even if you’re a do-it-yourself investor, there are times when getting professional financial help can be one of the best investments you’ll make. Robert Brokamp talks with Bankrate’s Dayana Yochim about how a financial planner can help you navigate a money-related life event, relieve financial stress, prioritize your goals, and make sure you get money stuff done. Also in this episode: -Through most of the 2000s, wage growth for job switchers was higher than for job stayers. But not now. -The number of ETFs now exceeds the number of stocks – is that good or bad news? -It’s an odd time for the housing market, as evidenced by the fact that new homes cost less than existing homes. -Tips for making the most of your 401(k) Host: Robert Brokamp Guest: Dayana Yochim Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of

The crew discusses another disappointing jobs report, the week in artificial intelligence, and a vibe check on some of the most talked about names on the market. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Matt Frankel discuss: - This week’s jobs data - Anthropic’s funding - Google antitrust win - Elon Musk’s potential trillion dollar payday Companies discussed: Tesla (TSLA), Alphabet (GOOG), Lululemon (LULU), Nike (NKE), On Holding (ONON), Figma (FIG), Coreweave (CRWV). Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Matt Frankel Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity prese

We’re racing to the end of 2025 and a year where AI and tariffs have dominated the headlines, gold has been the best investment so far. The team looks at why gold is rising, Figma’s sharp post-earnings decline, and crack open three IPO prospectuses to put on investors radar Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Jon Quast discuss: - Gold outperforming the S&P 500 and crypto in 2025 - The gold mining stock at the top of the best performer list - Figma’s earnings - IPOs on deck worth an extra look Companies discussed: NEM, PLTR, STX, FIG, XYZ, SOFI, GEMI, BRCR, FIGR, BROS Host: Tyler Crowe Guests: Matt Frankel, Jon Quast Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and mak

Google shares jumped after the search giant won a big court battle that will allow it to keep Chrome, Android, and search distribution deals. Plus, we discuss the Kraft Heinz split and the IPO frenzy taking place today. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss: - Google keeps Chrome - Kraft Heinz split - IPO frenzy Companies discussed: Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), Kraft Heinz (KHZ), Coreweave (CRWV), Circle (CRCL). Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Rachel Warren Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their

It’s never too late to make the right investing decision. Today on Motley Fool Money, Rick Munarriz, with analysts Tim Beyers and Jason Hall dig into a document database developer and a cybersecurity leader that they believe can keep beating the market. There’s also a short-form look at three long-term opportunities with an improv game that has a stock market bent. They unpack: - A stock that soared 44% last week, but can keep moving higher in the long run. - A cybersecurity leader that has bounced back after a whopper of a blunder last summer. - The bullish case for three stocks, one point at a time. Companies discussed: MDB, CRWD, S, MELI, DUOL, WRBY Host: Rick Munarriz, Tim Beyers, Jason Hall Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within ad

Charlie Wheelan has spent his career making complex ideas understandable and accessible. He’s the faculty director for the Dartmouth Tuck Center for Business, Government & Society, and the best-selling author of Naked Economics, Naked Money, and Naked Statistics. Motley Fool analyst Buck Hartzell and Motley Fool contributor Rich Lumelleau talk with Wheelan about tariffs, technology, and business. Tariffs and trade Manufacturing and technology National debt AI and investing Host: Buck Hartzell, Rich LumelleauProducer: Mac GreerEngineer: Adam LandfairDisclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment op

William Bengen established 4% as the initial safe withdrawal rate in retirement more than 30 years ago. But in subsequent research, he has concluded that 4% is likely much too low. That research is thoroughly explained in his new book, “A Richer Retirement: Supercharging the 4% Rule to Spend More and Enjoy More.”Bengen joined Motley Fool retirement expert Robert Brokamp to discuss:- how factors such as market valuation and inflation affect the safe withdrawal rate- whether retirees should decrease or increase their allocation to stocks as they get older- Bengen’s suggested withdrawal rate for current retireesHost: Robert BrokampGuest: William BengenEngineer: Adam LandfairDisclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advert

AI spending is approaching $1 trillion per year, but will there be a return from that spending. And the crew discusses the latest housing trends and how KPop Demon Hunters could change media. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Tim Beyers discuss: - AI capex trends- Housing prices decline- KPop Demon Hunters and Netflix content- We play “Cut Down Day” Companies discussed: NVIDIA (NVDA), Alphabet (GOOG), Axon (AXON), Netflix (NFLX), Amazon (AMZN), Tesla (TSLA), Shopify (SHOP), Meta Platforms (META), Mercado Libre (MELI), Intuitive Surgical (ISGR), Chipotle (CMG), Palantir (PLTR), Aerovironment (AVAV) Host: Travis HoiumGuests: Lou Whiteman,Tim BeyersEngineer: Bart Shannon Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised he

Can NVIDIA’s recent earnings continue to bolster the market? Or maybe Nano Banana is the savior of AI? Travis Hoium, Jon Quast, and Dan Caplinger discuss: - NVIDIA’s earnings- Nano Banana from Google Gemini- Spotify gets social- Dollar General show momentum in retail. Companies discussed: NVIDIA (NVDA), Alphabet (GOOG), Microsoft (MSFT), Meta Platforms (META), Dollar General (DG), Dollarama (DOL), Spotify (SPOT). Host: Travis HoiumGuests: Jon Quast, Dan CaplingerEngineer: Bart Shannon Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consu

Elon Musk has sued Apple over its App Store practices, but the bigger news may be Apple considering acquiring some major AI startups. We also cover the government’s interest in taking equity stakes in defense companies and Fox’s weak hand as it looks for higher cable fees. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss: Elon Musk suing Apple Apple’s AI future with Siri and potential acquisitions The government’s Intel stake and (potential) defense deals Fox vs YouTube TV Companies discussed: Alphabet (GOOG), Apple (AAPL), Intel (INTC), Fox (FOX) Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Rachel Warren Engineer: Bart Shannon Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no repres

Lower interest rates are more than a macro headline - for some businesses, what the Federal Reserve decides to do plays an integral role for both management and investors. Today on Motley Fool Money, analysts Emily Flippen, Jason Hall, and David Meier debate the stocks most likely to be impacted after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole Companies discussed: WD, RKT, GRBK, O, PYPL, ABNB, PAYC, TSLA Host: Emily Flippen, Jason Hall, David Meier Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Bart Shannon Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should

There are new ways to tackle weight loss, but the stocks leading the way are lagging. Today on Motley Fool Money, Rick Munarriz, with analysts Karl Thiel and Jason Hall dig into the problems with weight loss stocks. There’s also a look at some investments that can survive next month’s potential volatility as well as a long-term view at disruptors of the future that you probably didn’t see coming.  They unpack: Three companies that can ride high through what could be a volatile September. A reality check for GLP-1 and other weight loss stocks. Finding the next great disruptor that could be hiding in plain sight. Companies discussed: VKTX, NVO, LLY, UNH, TREX, DIS, TBBB, LEN  Host: Rick Munarriz, Karl Thiel, Jason Hall  Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Bart Shannon Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness

Is the educational system ripe for disruption? Stride is a for-profit education company that provides online and blended education programs - programs from K-12 through career certification and training. Motley Fool CEO Tom Gardner and analyst Sanmeet Deo talk with Stride CEO James Rhyu about opportunity, disruption, AI, and leadership. Opportunity and disruption AI and the future of education Leadership Host: Tom Gardner, Sanmeet DeoProducer: Mac GreerEngineer: Adam LandfairDisclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence an

Home prices are near all-time highs, and homeowners have never had so much equity. Matt Frankel and Robert Brokamp discuss why, when, and how to turn your home into cash. Also in this episode: -Which types of stocks have performed best since the current rally began on April 8 -Why is car insurance so expensive, and what to do about it -How to benefit from the $84 trillion “Great Wealth Transfer” that will take place when Boomers leave inheritances to their heirs Companies discussed: MCD Host: Robert Brokamp Guest: Matt Frankel Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opp