SoFi vs. PayPal: Two Beaten-Down Fintech Stocks. Which Is the Better Comeback Story?

SoFi and PayPal are both beaten-down fintech stocks trading significantly below recent highs, but for different reasons. SoFi shows strong 41% revenue growth and expanding cross-buy rates despite a disappointing guidance hold, while PayPal struggles with anemic growth but offers attractive valuation at under 8x earnings with significant cost-cutting potential. The author favors SoFi as the better comeback story due to strong fundamentals, though both present compelling investment opportunities.

06/23/2026, 6:17 AM • The Motley Fool

2 Incredibly Costly Mistakes Too Many Investors Are Making Right Now

The article identifies two common investor mistakes during bull markets: chasing high-flying stocks due to FOMO without regard to valuation, and waiting for market pullbacks that may never come. The author recommends using low-cost index ETFs with dollar-cost averaging as a better strategy to avoid emotional decision-making and benefit from market winners.

06/23/2026, 4:15 AM • The Motley Fool

$200 Billion in AI Debt Was Raised in a Single Year. A New Jim Rickards Presentation Asks Who’s Holding the Risk

AI infrastructure financing reached $200 billion in debt during 2025, with hundreds of billions more expected in coming years. Financial analyst Jim Rickards warns that this massive borrowing boom, financed through bonds and private credit arrangements, has created hidden risks for ordinary investors through pension funds and bond portfolios. Concerns from JPMorgan and Oliver Wyman suggest institutional investors may have underestimated their exposure to data-center and digital-infrastructure risk.

06/22/2026, 7:20 PM • GlobeNewswire

Fidelity or State Street: Which Financial ETF Offers Better Returns?

Fidelity MSCI Financials Index ETF (FNCL) and State Street Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF) both offer efficient financial sector exposure with identical 0.08% expense ratios. FNCL provides broader diversification with 386 holdings across small and mid-cap firms, while XLF focuses on 76 large-cap S&P 500 companies with superior liquidity. FNCL edges out XLF on performance metrics across multiple timeframes and offers a higher dividend yield of 1.7% versus 1.5%, making it the recommended choice for long-term investors.

06/22/2026, 2:30 PM • The Motley Fool

This Software Stock Could Soar 74% Over the Next Year, According to an Analyst -- and Patient Investors Could Get Even Better Returns

Adobe stock has declined 44% this year amid leadership transitions and strategic shifts toward AI-first freemium offerings. J.P. Morgan analysts project a 74% upside over the next year, arguing the stock's current valuation (3x sales, 8x earnings) offers limited downside risk relative to significant long-term growth potential if management executes its strategy successfully.

06/22/2026, 5:19 AM • The Motley Fool

Should You Buy This Top Silver ETF With Silver Trading Below $75 an Ounce?

Silver prices have fallen over a third from their January 2026 peak of $115/oz due to geopolitical events and tariff policies, but the author argues this decline is temporary. Long-term demand drivers remain strong, particularly from AI data center infrastructure buildout and industrial applications like solar and electric vehicles, while silver supply remains constrained. The iShares Silver Trust (SLV) is recommended as a way to invest in silver at current discounted prices.

06/19/2026, 10:35 AM • The Motley Fool

The Fed Just Made Its First Decision Under Kevin Warsh. Here's What It Means for Big Bank Stocks.

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh's first meeting resulted in steady interest rates with hints of future rate hikes. Steady to higher rates are expected to benefit big banks by widening profit margins on loans versus deposits, though investment banks also benefit from the stable environment for IPOs. The Fed must balance inflation control with avoiding recession.

06/18/2026, 9:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Why CarMax Stock Rebounded on Thursday

CarMax stock surged 13% on Thursday following positive analyst upgrades, despite initial negative investor reaction to its Q1 fiscal 2027 earnings. The company beat top and bottom-line expectations with 6% year-over-year top-line growth. Key upgrades included Stephens analyst Jeff Lick raising his rating to overweight with a $66 price target (up from $43), and Baird raising its target to $55 from $48.

06/18/2026, 7:01 PM • The Motley Fool

JPMorgan's Latest Forecasts Are Bullish for Gold: Buy the Dip

Despite reducing its 2026 gold price forecast to $5,243 per ounce from $5,708, JPMorgan remains bullish on gold, projecting a 39% increase to $5,000 by Q4. The bank cites ongoing factors including inflation concerns, U.S. budget deficits, geopolitical tensions, and policy unpredictability as drivers of long-term gold demand. Central bank purchases, particularly from China, are supporting the outlook, making gold dips attractive buying opportunities.

06/18/2026, 5:06 PM • The Motley Fool

US FINANCIAL 15 SPLIT CORP. Preferred Dividend Declared

US Financial 15 Split Corp declared its monthly distribution of $0.07317 per Preferred share (FTU.PR.B), representing 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 Morgan Stanley.

06/18/2026, 9:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

JP Morgan's David Kelly Says It's 'A Great Economy For Stocks' Amid AI-Led Bull Market Despite Inflation Risks

JPMorgan's David Kelly states the current environment is excellent for stocks despite inflation concerns, citing AI spending and resilient consumption as key drivers. He warns of concentration risk in the market, particularly in AI-related sectors, and suggests the next bear market could center on the most hyped sector. JPMorgan Asset Management recommends diversifying into defensive alternatives like real estate, transportation, and infrastructure.

06/17/2026, 11:28 AM • Benzinga

OneMain vs. Upstart: Which Consumer Loan Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares OneMain, a traditional branch-based nonprime lender, with Upstart, an AI-driven lending marketplace. OneMain offers steady profitability with $6.2B revenue and 12.5% net margin but faces risks from macroeconomic downturns affecting its subprime borrower base. Upstart shows explosive 59% revenue growth and returned to profitability but carries concentration risk with three partners originating 83% of loans. The author recommends Upstart for 2026 based on superior growth prospects (36% expected revenue increase vs. OneMain's 10%) and a higher-quality customer base, despite its higher valuation.

06/17/2026, 11:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Why Broadcom Stock Is Bouncing Higher Today

Broadcom stock surged 5.55% after JPMorgan reiterated an overweight rating and $580 price target, implying 54% upside potential. JPMorgan highlights the company's dominance in advanced packaging design, IP portfolio, and execution track record. However, the stock trades at a premium valuation of 63.7x trailing earnings versus its five-year average of 26x, and investors should monitor Broadcom's progress with Alphabet on the next-gen Google Tensor Processing Unit v9 2nm program.

06/17/2026, 11:10 AM • The Motley Fool

Which Banking ETF Is Better, Fidelity's Broader FNCL or iShares IAT's Regional Bank Focus?

The article compares two banking ETFs: Fidelity's FNCL offers broader financial sector exposure with lower costs (0.08% expense ratio) and greater stability, while iShares' IAT focuses on regional banks with higher dividend yields (2.82%) but greater volatility. FNCL is recommended for conservative investors seeking diversification, while IAT suits income-focused investors willing to accept higher risk.

06/17/2026, 6:19 AM • The Motley Fool

Why JPMorgan Chase Topped the Market on Tuesday

JPMorgan Chase's stock climbed nearly 4% on Tuesday following reports that the bank plans to expand its digital banking services into at least three new European markets—France, Italy, and Spain—within the next five years, complementing existing operations in the U.K. and Germany. The expansion reflects the bank's strategy to balance innovation with its established brand presence.

06/16/2026, 5:28 PM • The Motley Fool