UPS Dips Below $94 and Has a 7% Dividend Yield: Time to Buy?

UPS stock has fallen below $94, offering a 7% dividend yield that may attract income investors. However, the company faces significant headwinds including margin pressure from rising fuel costs, volume declines from the Amazon glide-down, and competition from Amazon's new supply chain services. With dividend costs of $5.4 billion against estimated free cash flow of $5.5 billion, there is minimal coverage for earnings deterioration, making this a risky entry point despite the attractive yield.

10/01/2026, 11:37 AM • The Motley Fool

This Is the No. 1 Move Investors Should Make Before Buying Stocks Right Now.

Before buying stocks, investors should assess their risk tolerance given current market warnings. Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon have cautioned about elevated valuations, geopolitical conflict, inflation, and high debt levels that could trigger a market correction. The article recommends maintaining adequate cash reserves, diversifying away from high-flying sectors like AI, and reducing margin debt to prepare for potential bear markets.

09/27/2026, 2:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Prediction: Micron Stock Will Double Within 2 Years

Micron Technology has tripled this year amid strong AI data center demand for memory chips. Analysts project 247% revenue growth and 787% EPS growth for fiscal 2026. The article argues Micron could double or even triple within two years due to persistent memory shortages through 2028-2031, surging demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) in AI accelerators, and the company's attractive 6.7x forward earnings valuation.

09/24/2026, 9:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Warren Buffett's $187 Billion Warning to Wall Street Echoes Louder Than Ever, Thanks to His Favorite Valuation Measure

Warren Buffett sold approximately $187 billion in stocks over 13 consecutive quarters before his December 31 retirement as Berkshire Hathaway CEO, signaling concerns about market valuations. The Buffett Indicator (market-cap-to-GDP ratio) reached an all-time high of 240.24% in August 2026, suggesting stocks are significantly overvalued. However, Buffett's history demonstrates that patience during overvalued markets often leads to substantial long-term gains for investors.

09/21/2026, 5:07 AM • The Motley Fool

Financial 15 Split Corp. Monthly Dividend Declaration for Class A & Preferred Share

Financial 15 Split Corp. announced its regular monthly distribution of $0.12570 per Class A share and $0.06042 per Preferred share, payable October 9, 2026. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of 14 major financial services companies from Canada and the U.S., with cumulative distributions totaling $42.71 per share since inception.

09/18/2026, 9:00 AM • 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

JPMorgan Chase Stock Is Beating Nu This Year, but Only One of Them Had Positive Free Cash Flow Last Year

JPMorgan Chase and Nu Holdings represent two contrasting investment approaches in the financial sector. JPMorgan offers stability with $182.4B in revenue and a $937B market cap, but reported negative free cash flow of -$147.8B in FY 2025. Nu, a Latin American fintech disruptor, generated $16.3B in revenue with 45% year-over-year growth and positive free cash flow of $3.5B, though it carries higher valuation multiples and emerging market risks. The choice depends on investor preference for established stability versus high-growth potential.

09/16/2026, 8:21 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

If Zero Rates Are Gone for Good, What Is a Checking Account Worth to a Bank?

As interest rates rise, checking accounts become increasingly valuable to banks like Bank of America because they represent the lowest-cost source of capital available. Unlike mortgage REITs that are subject to market rates, banks have control over deposit rates and can maintain profitable spreads between borrowing and lending costs. The stickiness of customer relationships and switching costs further enhance the value of checking accounts in a higher-rate environment.

09/15/2026, 10:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Is Bank of America Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold After a 25% Run Off Its 52-Week Low?

Bank of America stock has rallied 25% from its 52-week low and now appears overvalued compared to its peers. While the bank remains well-run with a 2% dividend yield, its valuation metrics (P/S, P/E, P/B ratios) have risen above five-year averages. Long-term investors may hold, but value and dividend investors should consider the elevated pricing and look elsewhere.

09/15/2026, 7:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Predicting Intel's Value by 2030 Could Make It Worth a Look Right Now

Intel stock has declined 19% since July and received a neutral rating from Piper Sandler, but analysts project strong long-term growth driven by surging server CPU demand for AI data centers. With expected high-teens revenue growth through 2030 and potential market cap expansion to $900 billion (65% higher than current levels), Intel could offer significant upside for long-term investors despite near-term headwinds.

09/13/2026, 10:23 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

The iShares Europe Financials ETF Outperforms First Trust Bank ETF on Yield, Cost, and Performance

The iShares MSCI Europe Financials ETF (EUFN) outperforms the First Trust Nasdaq Bank ETF (FTXO) across multiple metrics, including a lower expense ratio (0.49% vs 0.6%), higher dividend yield (3.9% vs 1.7%), and superior 1-year returns (31.6% vs 18.4%). EUFN offers broader diversification with 84 European holdings and lower volatility, making it the more attractive option for income and growth-focused investors.

09/08/2026, 8:04 AM • The Motley Fool

Why Nutanix Stock Ascended in August

Nutanix stock surged over 16% in August following strong fiscal Q4 2026 earnings that beat analyst estimates. The company reported $757M in revenue (16% YoY growth) and $0.60 adjusted EPS versus $0.49 consensus. Despite announcing a 5% workforce reduction earlier in the month, the company provided robust FY2027 guidance with revenue forecasted at $3.18-$3.23B and free cash flow at $850-$950M, prompting multiple analyst price target increases.

09/08/2026, 5:14 AM • The Motley Fool