Greg Abel-Led Berkshire Hathaway Owns 26 Dividend Stocks. Here's the One I'd Buy First.

Berkshire Hathaway's portfolio includes 26 dividend-paying stocks out of 29 total holdings. The article recommends Constellation Brands as the top dividend stock to buy, citing its 3.64% yield, cheap valuation at 11x earnings, strong free cash flow growth, and analyst price target suggesting 54% upside potential, despite recent headwinds from demographic shifts and immigration policy impacts.

10/05/2026, 10:30 AM • The Motley Fool

United Kingdom Loyalty Market Size, Spend Forecast and 100+ KPI Databook, 2026-2030 | Market to Reach US$6.47 Billion as AI Personalisation and App-Wallet Rewards Reshape Growth

The UK loyalty market is forecast to grow from US$4.19 billion in 2026 to US$6.47 billion by 2030, driven by AI personalisation, app-wallet rewards, and member-only pricing. Major retailers are shifting from traditional points-based systems to personalised savings at checkout, with mobile apps and digital wallets becoming central to engagement strategies.

10/05/2026, 5:57 AM • GlobeNewswire

Where Will American Express Stock Be in 2031?

American Express stock has declined nearly 20% from July's peak amid concerns about rising costs and economic health. However, the article argues this represents a buying opportunity, noting the company maintains consistent long-term growth with 10% revenue growth and 12.4% earnings growth expected. Based on historical performance patterns, the stock could reach approximately $540 by 2031, representing ~12% annual gains from current levels.

10/02/2026, 8:15 AM • The Motley Fool

PayPal Is 83% Below Its High. Here's What Would Send the Stock Back There.

PayPal stock has plummeted 83% from its July 2021 peak of $305.13, despite solid fundamentals including 56% growth in payment volume and 64% growth in free cash flow over five years. The main concern is weakness in the company's branded checkout solution, which grew only 2% in recent quarters, suggesting loss of market share to competitors like Apple Pay and potential sensitivity to consumer discretionary spending. For the stock to recover, the branded checkout segment must accelerate, though the author remains skeptical of a full recovery to previous highs.

10/02/2026, 5:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Prediction: A Stock Market Crash Is Coming. Here's What Investors Should Do Based on Warren Buffett's Time-Tested Advice.

The article warns that the S&P 500 is vulnerable to a crash due to mounting risks including surging oil prices from Middle East geopolitical conflict, rising inflation, Federal Reserve interest rate hikes, and potential slowdown in AI development. The author cites the S&P 500's elevated valuation (second-highest in history) and recommends following Warren Buffett's time-tested advice: view downturns as buying opportunities, focus on long-term fundamentals, and avoid panic selling.

09/25/2026, 11:02 AM • The Motley Fool

An S&P 500 Index Fund Already Owns These Financial Stocks. Here's Whether to Own More.

Financial stocks in the S&P 500 have underperformed over the past year, remaining flat year-to-date and up only 1% over 12 months. While S&P 500 ETFs already provide exposure to major financial stocks like Berkshire Hathaway, JPMorgan Chase, and Visa, investors don't need additional financial sector exposure. Instead, experts recommend diversifying beyond large-caps into small-cap, mid-cap, value, and international stocks, which are projected to outperform large-cap growth stocks over the next 10 years.

09/24/2026, 1:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Warren Buffett Says "Father Time Always Wins." History Says Investors Who Do This 1 Thing Will Win Out Anyway.

Warren Buffett has stepped down as Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, with his son Howard taking over. The article highlights Buffett's investment philosophy: long-term holding of quality businesses generates wealth better than short-term trading. Key examples include decades-long positions in Coca-Cola, American Express, and Apple. For average investors, Buffett recommends dollar-cost averaging into low-cost S&P 500 index funds rather than attempting individual stock picking.

09/24/2026, 11:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Bastion Receives Conditional OCC Approval for a National Trust Bank Charter

Bastion, a stablecoin infrastructure provider, has received preliminary conditional approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) for a national trust bank charter. Operating as Bastion Platforms National Trust Company, the firm will offer stablecoin custody, payment infrastructure, and white-label issuance under federal regulation. The company also appointed four new board members and advisors with extensive experience from American Express, Morgan Stanley, EY, and Optum.

09/18/2026, 4:49 PM • GlobeNewswire

US Financial 15 Split Corp. Preferred Dividend Declared

US Financial 15 Split Corp declared a monthly distribution of $0.07883 per Preferred share, maintaining a 10.00% annual yield. The fund invests in a portfolio of 15 major U.S. financial services companies including JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, and others.

09/18/2026, 9:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Greg Abel Has 75% of Berkshire Hathaway's Portfolio Invested in Just 8 Stocks. Is the 1 That's Lagging Behind the S&P 500 the Best Buy Now?

Under new CEO Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway has concentrated 75% of its $365.2 billion equity portfolio into 8 stocks. American Express is the only one lagging the S&P 500 over the past year due to margin compression from high cardholder rewards and marketing expenses. Despite these headwinds, the article argues American Express offers compelling value at 19.7x trailing earnings for long-term investors who believe in its business model.

09/17/2026, 6:30 AM • The Motley Fool

What Would It Actually Take to Move Visa's Take Rate?

Visa's take rate—the percentage of revenue collected from gross payment volume—is less than 0.3%, which appears low but is intentional given its open-loop business model where it acts as a transaction facilitator rather than a credit provider. While the company could theoretically increase its take rate through higher processing fees, cross-border commerce expansion, or reduced client incentives, analyst Eric Volkman argues the current model works brilliantly and requires only minor tweaks, as aggressive moves could alienate merchants, issuers, and cardholders in a competitive market.

09/17/2026, 5:30 AM • The Motley Fool

My Top 5 Favorite Stocks for an Uncertain Market

The article recommends five resilient stocks suitable for uncertain market conditions: Johnson & Johnson (pharmaceutical and medtech leader with 28 billion-dollar products), Vertex Pharmaceuticals (cystic fibrosis treatment market leader with pipeline expansion), Costco (essential goods retailer with high membership renewal rates), Coca-Cola (beverage company with strong brands and free cash flow), and American Express (payment card company with affluent customer base). These companies offer stability through essential products, strong market positions, and consistent dividend payments.

09/16/2026, 7:10 AM • The Motley Fool

Prediction: Warren Buffett's Successor, Greg Abel, Will Dispose of One of Berkshire Hathaway's Largest Holdings

Greg Abel, who took over as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway on December 31, is expected to continue selling the company's Bank of America stake. Berkshire has already sold 549.5 million BofA shares (53% of its position) since June 2024, driven by the bank's valuation reaching a 59% premium to book value and reduced interest rate sensitivity following the Fed's rate cuts.

09/16/2026, 5:06 AM • The Motley Fool

Berkshire Hathaway Has Nearly 14% of Its $359 Billion Portfolio Invested in This Winning Stock That's Doubled in 5 Years

American Express is Berkshire Hathaway's second-largest holding, representing nearly 14% of its $359 billion portfolio. The stock has doubled over the past five years and currently trades at a P/E ratio of 19.5, which analysts consider a compelling entry point. The company benefits from a strong economic moat, premium brand positioning targeting affluent customers, and tailwinds from the cashless economy, with management projecting 10% annual revenue growth and mid-teens earnings per share growth.

09/13/2026, 11:02 AM • The Motley Fool

Warren Buffett's Successor, Greg Abel, Has 82% of Berkshire's $360 Billion Portfolio Concentrated in 10 Superstar Stocks

Greg Abel has taken over as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway following Warren Buffett's retirement. Abel maintains Buffett's strategy of portfolio concentration, with 82% ($294 billion) of Berkshire's $360 billion invested assets concentrated in 10 stocks. A key difference is Abel's willingness to invest in tech stocks like Apple and Alphabet, while maintaining Buffett's core holdings in financial stocks and 'indefinite' holdings like Coca-Cola and American Express.

09/11/2026, 5:06 AM • The Motley Fool