Facing Investing Fears

A Motley Fool podcast discusses how historical S-1 risk factors from Amazon, Alphabet, and Meta didn't materialize into existential threats, offering perspective on Anthropic's alarming AI risks. The hosts identify stocks hitting new lows amid market fear—including Brookfield Corporation, Shopify, and Realty Income—while explaining how rising bond yields create both challenges for growth stocks and opportunities for cash-rich businesses and financial institutions.

10/23/2026, 10:29 AM • The Motley Fool

Shopify vs. Target: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares Shopify and Target as investment options in 2026. Shopify is a high-growth e-commerce platform serving millions of merchants globally with 30% revenue growth and strong margins, but trades at a premium 91.5x forward P/E ratio. Target is a stable retailer with improving fundamentals under new leadership, attractive 3% dividend yield, and a much lower 15.4x forward P/E. The author recommends Target as the better buy today despite owning both stocks, citing its low valuation, improving growth trajectory, and 55-year dividend increase streak.

10/20/2026, 6:29 AM • The Motley Fool

Is it Too Late to Buy Shopify Stock Right Now?

The article discusses whether Shopify stock remains a good investment opportunity. It highlights that the proliferation of agentic AI has been beneficial for Shopify investors, and positions Shopify as an excellent alternative for business owners looking to avoid selling exclusively on Amazon.

10/19/2026, 9:20 PM • The Motley Fool

Musings About the Agentic Future

Meta's Muse app has become a breakout hit, ranking #1 across app stores and driving Meta's stock up 9%. The agentic AI shopping assistant is disrupting traditional e-commerce by allowing users to shop across multiple retailers. While Amazon has blocked Muse, companies like Shopify, PayPal, and Expedia are partnering with it. Experts debate whether this represents a pivotal moment or slow commoditization of AI technology, with potential winners emerging in both consumer and B2B sectors, particularly niche companies like AAR Corp that integrate agentic AI into enterprise systems.

10/14/2026, 4:19 PM • The Motley Fool

Better E-Commerce Stock: Coupang vs. Shopify

The article compares two e-commerce stocks: Coupang, a dominant South Korean logistics player, and Shopify, a global e-commerce platform provider. While Coupang offers lower valuation with a 0.6% net margin and $522M free cash flow, Shopify demonstrates superior profitability with a 10.7% net margin, $2B free cash flow, and faster 30%+ revenue growth. The author recommends Shopify due to its global diversification, profitability, and accelerating growth, while Coupang faces regulatory scrutiny, data breach concerns, and slowing growth.

10/09/2026, 2:06 PM • The Motley Fool

1 Stat That Makes Shopify Hard to Ignore Right Now

Shopify's net income per share surged 68% year-over-year in Q2 to $1.16, driven by 32% growth in gross merchandise volume and 34% revenue growth. Despite trading at 67x forward earnings, the company's strong earnings expansion momentum and AI-driven efficiency improvements position it well for continued growth, though the valuation remains growth-dependent.

10/09/2026, 11:30 AM • The Motley Fool

New B2Bware Replaces Spreadsheets in Modern Businesses

SyncSpider, an Austrian integration specialist, announced B2Bware, a B2B portal designed to automate order management, customer data, and inventory synchronization across ERP and eCommerce platforms. The solution addresses operational inefficiencies caused by disconnected business systems and aims to reduce manual work, improve data accuracy, and support regulatory compliance with European cybersecurity frameworks.

10/07/2026, 7:30 PM • GlobeNewswire

Shopify to Announce Third-Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Shopify will announce third-quarter 2026 financial results on November 3, 2026, before market open, followed by a management conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET. The company previously reported 34% revenue growth and 30%+ growth across GMV, gross profit, and free cash flow for Q2 2026.

10/06/2026, 7:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Meta's Muse AI: Good or Bad for E-Commerce? Shopify and Amazon Are Taking Opposite Approaches.

Meta's new AI shopping agent Muse has gained 5 million downloads since launch, but is facing divergent responses from e-commerce leaders. Amazon blocked Muse from its platform to protect its high-margin advertising business, while Shopify embraced it to increase value for merchants and boost ShopPay adoption. Amazon's logistics network, customer data, and Prime loyalty program provide competitive advantages that could mitigate threats from agentic AI shopping.

10/03/2026, 6:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Redbat Named Best Shopify SEO Agency of 2026

Redbat Agency, an ecommerce SEO and AI search optimization agency, has been recognized as the best Shopify SEO agency for early-stage and growing stores by EcomBalance. The agency specializes in technical SEO, revenue growth, and AI search visibility for online stores doing $250,000 to $10 million annually, targeting a 10:1 return on campaigns.

09/29/2026, 12:49 PM • GlobeNewswire

Is PayPal a Deep Value Play Right Now?

PayPal's stock has fallen dramatically from pandemic highs and now trades at a steep discount (forward P/E of ~10x vs. 15x for financial industry). New CEO Enrique Lores is driving a turnaround focused on Venmo, Buy Now Pay Later, cost reduction, and AI-powered commerce. While the company faces real competition in checkout and slower growth, improving cash flow and new growth initiatives suggest the valuation could represent a bargain if management can stabilize the core business.

09/28/2026, 6:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Why Meta Platforms Stock Jumped 13% This Week

Meta Platforms stock surged 13% this week following the launch of its Muse personal AI agent and new integrated devices. The Muse app quickly became the top free iPhone app in the U.S., with capabilities including email management, shopping, and travel reservations. Meta also unveiled AI glasses and VR glasses that integrate with Muse, featuring partnerships with major retailers like Shopify and Walmart, positioning the company as a leader in the AI agent-driven market.

09/27/2026, 4:25 PM • The Motley Fool

Prediction: You'll Wish You Bought These 4 Stocks Sooner

An investment analyst highlights four stocks—AMD, Palantir Technologies, Shopify, and Zeta Global—that he believes investors may regret not purchasing earlier. The video presentation suggests these companies represent potential wealth-building opportunities in the current market.

09/25/2026, 3:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Why B2B Product Page Optimization Fails When Industrial Buyers Still Add Every SKU One at a Time

Optimum7, an industrial B2B e-commerce development firm, announced specialized functionality for Shopify and BigCommerce designed to streamline bulk ordering, technical product search, and measurement-based pricing. The tools address how industrial buyers actually place orders—entering multiple SKUs, searching by technical specifications, and calculating prices based on measurements like square footage.

09/25/2026, 11:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Meta's Muse AI Agent Sees Fastest Adoption Since ChatGPT. Time to Buy Meta Stock?

Meta's Muse AI agent has achieved record-breaking adoption, surpassing ChatGPT's early growth with 2.8 million downloads in its first 12 days and 642,000 daily active users. Major partnerships with Shopify, PayPal, Expedia, Stripe, and Instacart are driving enterprise integration. With paid tiers at $20 and $100 monthly, analysts project significant revenue potential, with even 1% of Meta's 3.6 billion users subscribing to the $20 tier generating over $8.6 billion annually.

09/23/2026, 3:18 PM • The Motley Fool