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Why Alphabet Stock Could Be the First Big Winner of the Robotaxi Racefool.com
This major tech stock could be a big winner of the robotaxi race.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
Trump's Tariffs Will Cost You $1,300 This Year. Here's What That Means for Stocks.fool.com
Could the largest U.S. tax increase as a percentage of GDP in 33 years affect the stock market? Yes.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
The One Thing All Retirees Should Do Before Claiming Social Security Benefits in 2026fool.com
If this is your first time meeting with a financial advisor, that's fine! You don't need prior experience or a huge portfolio.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
Vertex: The Quiet Biotech Compounder I'd Happily Hold Through Any Market Crashfool.com
Vertex has the revenue power to excel during any market environment.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
2 Undervalued AI Stocks to Buy Before They Soar 112% and 196%, According to Certain Wall Street Analystsfool.com
Most Wall Street analysts think The Trade Desk and Datadog are undervalued.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
Billionaire Seth Klarman of Baupost Group Is Piling Into Dual Industry Leader Amazon and Dumping Shares of a High-Flying Chief Rivalfool.com
While Klarman was loading up on shares of e-commerce and cloud infrastructure service titan Amazon, he was sending shares of a trillion-dollar competitor to the chopping block.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
5 Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold Foreverfool.com
These proven winners could be game changers for your portfolio for years to come.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
Prediction: Nvidia Stock Will Drop After Feb. 25fool.com
Nvidia doesn't have to miss Wall Street's Q4 estimates for its share price to fall.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
Stock Market Crash in 2026? Bad News About President Trump's Tariffs and a Warning From the Federal Reserve Explain Why It's Possible.fool.com
The S&P 500's expensive valuation could lead to a steep decline in stock prices, especially if tariffs become a material economic headwind.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
4 Things Retired Couples Should Know About Spousal Social Security Benefitsfool.com
These benefits are often misunderstood but could play a huge role in your retirement finances.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
Meet the Stock Warren Buffett Purchased for 6 Consecutive Quarters Leading Up to His Retirement (No, It's Not Shares of Berkshire Hathaway)fool.com
This brand-name company has soared more than 6,000% since its IPO (including dividends), and it's checked all the right boxes for the now-retired Oracle of Omaha.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
The Data Center AI Spending Boom Hides a Dirty Little Secretfool.com
Big tech capex spending is rising to record levels, but everything isn't what it seems. There's a way for investors to profit.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
Down 6%, Should You Buy the Dip on Apple?fool.com
Investors sold Apple stock on worries regarding AI feature delays and a strongly worded letter from regulators.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
This High‑Yield Dividend Could Make Patient Investors Rich in Retirementfool.com
This Dividend King remains one of the best buy-and-hold investments out there.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
Wall Street Says This Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Is a Bargain Hiding in Plain Sightfool.com
This company offers an impressive blend of revenue visibility, profitable growth, and financial flexibility.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
Up Over 30% This Year, This AI Infrastructure Play Is Just Getting Startedfool.com
CoreWeave is growing rapidly.
Via The Motley Fool · February 18, 2026
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Bought Shares of The New York Times. Should You?fool.com
The conglomerate initiated a 3% stake in the company during Q4.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
How Buying Nebius Group Stock Today Could Help 10x Your Net Worthfool.com
The rapid acceleration in this company's revenue growth can make this AI stock a multibagger.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
How Nvidia and AI are Driving Demand for Silver Higherfool.com
Industrial demand dominates overall silver demand, and the next generation of data centers is likely to increase long-term demand.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Down 15% Already This Year, Is Rivian Stock a Buy?fool.com
After a year of single-digit sales growth, Rivian expects its deliveries to soar in 2026.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
3 Tech Stocks That Could Help Set You Up for Lifefool.com
Each of these offers something different for your portfolio.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Why Apple Stock Rose Todayfool.com
The iPhone maker is reportedly developing a slate of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered devices.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Is Amazon Stock a Buy After Falling 13% This Year?fool.com
Accelerating growth in Amazon's high-margin cloud computing business hasn't been enough to help the stock in 2026.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
The Top 3 Dividend Stocks I’d Tell Anyone to Buyhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/the-top-3-dividend-stocks-id-tell-anyone-to-buy/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=b12c3264-386a-4c6f-bcd7-241a997b4185
I'm recommending stocks like Enbridge, which has a reliable dividend, a defensive business, and a strong outlook.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Better Insurance Stock: Manulife vs. Sun Life?https://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/better-insurance-stock-manulife-vs-sun-life-2/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=6ae677e5-8fad-423d-976f-abe57758b01b
Canadian insurance stocks such as Manulife and Sun Life continue to grow at a steady pace while offering shareholders a tasty dividend.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
A 4 Percent Dividend Stock Paying Cash Every Monthhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/a-4-percent-dividend-stock-paying-cash-every-month/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=a5184555-75d9-473a-ba2d-30f8fc1b6b8d
Given its strong quarterly performance, solid balance sheet, improving payout ratio, and favourable long-term growth outlook, Sienna would be an excellent buy for income-seeking investors.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Is The U.S.-Canada Tariff War a Blessing in Disguise?https://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/is-the-u-s-canada-tariff-war-a-blessing-in-disguise/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=a80fef28-d435-4aad-81e4-5150374bbee3
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) has not been harmed by the U.S.-Canada tariff war.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Cathie Wood's Ark Invest Just Delivered Bad News for Quantum Computing Stock Rigetti Computingfool.com
Investors piled into quantum computing stocks in 2025, but many of them are now declining sharply.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
The Railway and Telecom Stocks Everyone’s Writing Off — Too Soon?https://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/the-railway-and-telecom-stocks-everyones-writing-off-too-soon/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=3c17cfc0-71a7-47de-86fd-a55a0129f49f
The market is full of opportunities, including these railway and telecom stocks that investors have forgotten about.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Create Your Own Juicy Portfolio Dividend Yield With These 3 Incredible TSX Stockshttps://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/create-your-own-juicy-portfolio-dividend-yield-with-these-3-incredible-tsx-stocks/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=fb830681-8465-4906-8609-95c6f9e52393
Let's dive into three top Canadian dividend stocks, and why now may be the time for investors to load up on these names.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
1 Canadian Energy Stock Set for Major Gains in 2026https://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/1-canadian-energy-stock-set-for-major-gains-in-2026/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=00aca3f3-6acb-4a3e-83d9-9dea7493a8f6
A Canadian energy stock is set for major gains in 2026 due to a strong free cash flow profile and low operating break-even.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
This TSX Stock Could Pay You While You Waithttps://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/this-tsx-stock-could-pay-you-while-you-wait/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=5d6ee89b-00f0-4a36-80e5-fb0da16ddd31
Tariff-driven volatility can make dips feel brutal, and a monthly payer like Slate Grocery REIT can keep cash flowing while you wait.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Canada’s Defence Spending Boom: 3 Stocks Poised to Win Bighttps://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/canadas-defence-spending-boom-3-stocks-poised-to-win-big/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=cbf64b96-f699-4831-8837-32fd170342d6
Canada is about to see a surge in defence spending in 2026 and beyond. These three stocks could be major winners in the years ahead.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
2 Bruised Dividend Titans Worth Buying on the Cheaphttps://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/2-bruised-dividend-titans-worth-buying-on-the-cheap/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=4c50e88f-0030-430e-a832-08254199f61c
BCE (TSX:BCE) and CP Rail (TSX:CP) stand out as great value bets with nice dividends.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Lapeer, Michigan, Is a Small-City Retirement Option With Lower Housing Costs Than You'd Guessfool.com
Lapeer is a small city with plenty to do and a more laid-back vibe than big cities like nearby Detroit.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
What’s Happening With BCE’s Dividend?https://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/whats-happening-with-bces-dividend/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=a55f678a-9635-48fd-b90b-159ac70eb471
Down 50% from all-time highs BCE stock offers you a dividend yield of 5% despite a massive dividend cut in 2025.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Are You Actually Invested – or Just Gambling?https://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/are-you-actually-invested-or-just-gambling/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=e7c762f6-fd39-4964-a87f-648bfbfaf497
Invest with an investment thesis, diversification, and long-term horizon. Gambling is based on short-term bets and luck with the odds stacked against you.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
3 Things Every Brookfield Investor Needs to Knowfool.com
Compared to its alternative asset management peers, various unique factors make Brookfield a compelling long-term buy.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
3 Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks to Hold Through 2026 and Beyondhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/3-canadian-blue-chip-stocks-to-hold-through-2026-and-beyond/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=d16e8a5d-03e8-45d1-8991-68c9f95994b5
Worried about how AI could disrupt your investment portfolio? Hold these three high quality blue-chip stocks for growth and income.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
If Pot Stocks Rebound in 2026, These Are the 3 Best Cannabis Companies to Ownhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/if-pot-stocks-rebound-in-2026-these-are-the-3-best-cannabis-companies-to-own/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=60f6ef0e-4590-40e1-94e7-85f43e8ef7e2
Let's dive into three top cannabis stocks for investors who may be looking for exposure to this beaten-down sector to consider right now.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Black Swift Group Dumps 3,400 MercadoLibr Shares for $8 Millionfool.com
MercadoLibre operates a leading e-commerce and fintech platform serving businesses and consumers across Latin America.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Why S&P Global Stock Inched Higher on Tuesdayfool.com
The company has multiple opportunities for better-than-expected revenue growth, according to an analyst tracking its fortunes.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Warren Buffett Dumped Shares of Amazon, Apple, and Bank of America, and Added One Brand-New Stock in His Final Quarter Before Retirementfool.com
The Oracle of Omaha's final quarter as Berkshire Hathaway CEO revealed more significant net selling activity, and one curious $352 million purchase.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Why ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Stock Surged Todayfool.com
Seaborne transportation companies are trying to consolidate, but union workers aren't happy.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
2 Dividend Stocks I’d Buy and Never Sell in an RRSPhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/2-dividend-stocks-id-buy-and-never-sell-in-an-rrsp/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=d2e64499-8226-4777-92a5-18165868c07a
RRSP season rewards boring consistency, and pairing a bank with a renewable cash-flow payer can spread your risk while you reinvest dividends.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Ready to Retire This Year? 3 Strategies for Canadians Coming Up on the Big Milestonehttps://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/ready-to-retire-this-year-3-strategies-for-canadians-coming-up-on-the-big-milestone/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=5ac92d91-f014-4512-8c00-8f6116210ba5
Here are three top strategies every Canadian nearing retirement may want to consider, or at least think about, right now.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Why Trilogy Metals Stock Tanked by Almost 12% Todayfool.com
The Canada-based company saw significant erosion in key fundamentals last year.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
2 No-Brainer Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Nowfool.com
Here are two solid companies that have paid a dividend every year for over 50 years.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Vulcan Materials (VMC) Q4 2025 Earnings Transcriptfool.com
Vulcan Materials (VMC) Q4 2025 Earnings Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
This Little-Known HSA Rule Can't Be Overlookedfool.com
Make sure you understand all of the benefits HSAs offer.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Why Gemini Space Station Stock Got Rocked on Tuesdayfool.com
There were several dispiriting developments for the company that day.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Payoneer: A Risky Bet or a Hidden Gem in Payments?fool.com
Is Payoneer a hidden gem in the payment industry or a risky investment? Join our experts as they dissect its strengths and weaknesses.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Top Canadian Stocks to Buy With $5,000 in 2026https://www.fool.ca/2026/02/17/top-canadian-stocks-to-buy-with-5000-in-2026-4/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=bd06049c-64b1-4dac-acc9-aef0490e49a7
Investing in these top Canadian stocks can provide growth and income-earning potential for any portfolio.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Why Ondas Stock Popped by 8% Todayfool.com
The company's Sentrycs subsidiary had some encouraging news to report.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Nano Nuclear NNE Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Nano Nuclear NNE Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Cadence (CDNS) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Cadence (CDNS) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Stock Market Today, Feb. 17: Vale Slips as Iron Ore and China Demand Weigh on Marginsfool.com
Vale slipped as weaker iron ore prices and uncertain demand from China cooled investor confidence, redirecting attention to how commodity swings could affect profits and future shareholder returns despite solid recent results.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Axcelis (ACLS) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Axcelis (ACLS) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Republic Services RSG Q4 2025 Earnings Transcriptfool.com
Republic Services RSG Q4 2025 Earnings Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Caesars (CZR) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Caesars (CZR) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
SSR Mining (SSRM) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
SSR Mining (SSRM) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Is Berkshire Hathaway Stock a Buy Now?fool.com
New CEO Greg Abel has begun to make moves for the world-renowned holding company.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Hackett Group HCKT Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Hackett Group HCKT Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Glaukos (GKOS) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Glaukos (GKOS) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Beta Bionics (BBNX) Q4 2025 Earnings Transcriptfool.com
Beta Bionics (BBNX) Q4 2025 Earnings Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Leslie's (LESL) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Leslie's (LESL) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Preferred Stocks Are Not All Created Equal: How to Evaluate Risks, Yields, and Portfolio Fitfool.com
Discover why understanding the unique contract terms of each preferred stock is essential for building a balanced, risk-aware income portfolio.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Rogers (ROG) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Rogers (ROG) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
AtriCure (ATRC) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
AtriCure (ATRC) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Cineverse (CNVS) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Cineverse (CNVS) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Halozyme (HALO) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Halozyme (HALO) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
5E Advanced Materials FEAM Earnings Transcriptfool.com
5E Advanced Materials FEAM Earnings Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
RB Global (RBA) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
RB Global (RBA) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Prediction: These Will Be the Best-Performing AI Stocks in 2026fool.com
The AI buildout is still going on at a strong pace.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026
Stock Market Today, Feb. 17: Transocean Pares Gains After Soaring Over 100% in 6 Monthsfool.com
Caution over the Valaris deal drives a pullback for this offshore driller today, Feb. 17, 2026.
Via The Motley Fool · February 17, 2026