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Dividend stocks can be a great choice for investors looking for passive income and portfolio stability. View our list of the best high-dividend stocks and learn how to invest in them.
These are the best 5 stocks in the S&P 500 right now, based on 1-year performance.
Gold ETFs can help diversify your portfolio and hedge against down markets.
Gold stocks provide a potential way for investors to buffer their portfolios from volatility. Here's a list of the best-performing gold stocks this month.
Monthly dividend stocks like ARR and AGNC can provide investors with frequent payments — but those payments aren’t always sustainable. Here’s what to know.
Growth stocks have faster bottom-line growth than the market. Here are some of the best-performing growth stocks this month.
Undervalued stocks are often traded below their believed market value. Here's how to find them, and what makes them attractive to investors.
A blue-chip stock is a stock that comes from a well-known, established company. Blue-chip stocks have a strong history of performance and often pay dividends.
These S&P 500 ETFs all track the index, but there are some small differences that may impact which one you buy.

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