"Magnificent Seven" Stocks Ranked by Share Repurchases and Dividends

Apple and Nvidia lead the Magnificent Seven in total shareholder yield through stock repurchases and dividends at 1.83% and 1.74% respectively. However, massive AI infrastructure investments have significantly reduced free cash flows for most of these companies. Apple's more conservative AI approach and strong capital return plans make it the best choice for yield-seeking investors, while Nvidia faces higher risk from potential AI slowdowns despite strong recent cash generation.

09/18/2026, 3:20 PM • The Motley Fool

Tesla Gets 50% Tax Break for $10 Billion Texas Solar Factory. Here's Why That Benefits Tesla's Robotaxi Growth

Tesla received a 50% tax break from the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District for its $10 billion "Project Crystal Sun" solar manufacturing facility in Texas. The expanded solar production capacity will support both Tesla's growing energy segment and its robotaxi ambitions by providing the necessary grid infrastructure to handle millions of electric vehicles requiring daily charging.

09/18/2026, 5:23 AM • The Motley Fool

Tesla vs SpaceX: Which Is the Better Elon Musk-Backed Stock to Buy?

The article compares Tesla and SpaceX as investment opportunities under Elon Musk's leadership. Tesla faces near-term challenges from competition and regulatory headwinds but shows promise in autonomous driving, robotaxis, and humanoid robots. SpaceX, which recently IPO'd, operates in satellite internet (Starlink), space launches, and AI compute services. While SpaceX may grow faster, much of its growth comes from temporary compute arbitrage. The analyst recommends Tesla as the better investment due to its more tangible near-term opportunities in robotaxis and robots compared to SpaceX's longer-term space ambitions.

09/18/2026, 2:30 AM • The Motley Fool

The Under-the-Radar Stock Big Money Is Quietly Buying Up

Institutional investors are pouring nearly $7 billion into Ford Motor Company in Q2 2026, driven by improved vehicle quality rankings and the launch of Ford Energy, a new battery storage business targeting data centers and industrial customers. Ford ranked third in JD Power's 2026 Initial Quality Study and plans to generate $500-600 million in annual operating profits from Ford Energy at full capacity.

09/17/2026, 8:05 PM • The Motley Fool

Rivian Reports Q3 Deliveries for the R2 SUV in October. Here's How Investors Should Prepare.

Rivian's R2 SUV, priced under $50,000, represents a critical pivot toward mass-market production similar to Tesla's Model Y strategy. Q3 delivery numbers in October will be key to assessing production scaling and sales conversion, though investors should expect quality control challenges and relatively low initial volumes as the company ramps up manufacturing.

09/17/2026, 4:23 PM • The Motley Fool

Tesla Gets Sucked Further Into China's Price War -- Here's Why It Will Succeed Anyway

Tesla cut prices on its Model 3 and Model Y in China amid a brutal price war and slumping domestic sales (down 12% year-over-year). However, the company is offsetting domestic weakness through exports from its Shanghai factory, which now account for over 50% of production and are often more profitable than domestic sales. This export strategy is helping Tesla navigate China's challenging market conditions.

09/17/2026, 3:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Apple Is Considering Something It Hasn't Done in 15 Years. Here's What Investors Need to Know.

Apple is reportedly considering developing its own AI servers in partnership with Nvidia, marking the company's first enterprise server venture since 2011. The proposed servers would combine Apple's M8 Ultra chips with Nvidia's NVLink Fusion technology for AI inference. If approved, the product wouldn't be available until 2029. This represents a potential strategic shift under new CEO John Ternus, as Apple has historically focused on consumer devices rather than infrastructure investments like its peers in the Magnificent Seven.

09/16/2026, 1:39 PM • The Motley Fool

Down 25%, Is Shopify Stock a Better Buy than SpaceX and the "Magnificent Seven" Stocks in September?

Shopify has declined 25% from its peak but continues strong revenue growth of 34% in H1 2026. However, its valuation at 70x forward earnings is expensive compared to alternatives. Alphabet emerges as a more attractive choice, trading at 17x earnings with accelerating growth in Google Cloud and promising AI/autonomous vehicle initiatives.

09/16/2026, 7:03 AM • The Motley Fool

Artificial Intelligence (AI) May Have a New Bear Thesis: Human Extinction

An AI researcher who worked at OpenAI and Anthropic warned that frontier AI developers are not acting responsibly and are gambling with human extinction risks. While some AI leaders have publicly acknowledged the need for safety measures and development slowdowns, the industry continues to increase capital expenditures. A potential slowdown in AI development could negatively impact stock prices of major AI infrastructure companies.

09/16/2026, 3:31 AM • The Motley Fool

Elon Musk Promised "Over a Million Robotaxis" by 2020. None Materialized, and a Dedicated Robotaxi Fleet Isn't Expected Until at Least 2027. Here's What That Track Record Means for Tesla's Valuation.

Elon Musk's history of overly optimistic predictions about Tesla's autonomous vehicle and robotics businesses raises concerns about the company's valuation. Musk promised over a million robotaxis by 2020, but Tesla has less than 500 registered in Texas as of now, with a dedicated fleet not expected until 2027. Tesla's high valuation (12.5x sales, 339x earnings) is primarily based on promises of physical AI revenue from robotaxis and humanoid robots, but the timeline and market potential remain highly uncertain.

09/16/2026, 2:37 AM • The Motley Fool

Where Tesla's Robotaxi Rollout Stands Today and What Investors Should Know

Tesla launched its Cybercab robotaxi service in Austin on September 3, showcasing improvements in manufacturing efficiency with a 50% reduction in production line size and highlighting that vehicles require no rare-earth minerals. However, the event was less impressive than anticipated, with CEO Elon Musk absent and the stock pulling back following the announcement. The launch was also accompanied by NHTSA safety and regulatory compliance reviews, raising questions about the timeline for autonomous vehicle commercialization. With Tesla's EV business plateauing and Optimus robots years away from revenue generation, the Cybercab's success is critical to the company's growth narrative.

09/15/2026, 6:05 PM • The Motley Fool

Elon Musk's $1 Trillion Pay Package Needs Tesla to Hit an $8.5 Trillion Market Cap. Here's What That Means for Shareholders.

Tesla shareholders approved a $1 trillion pay package for CEO Elon Musk in November, contingent on meeting 12 performance milestones over 10 years. The package requires Tesla to reach an $8.5 trillion market cap and achieve significant operational goals in robotics, FSD subscriptions, and robotaxis. While the best-case scenario of all milestones being met appears unlikely, even partial completion would significantly benefit shareholders and diversify Tesla's revenue streams beyond traditional auto sales.

09/15/2026, 9:30 AM • The Motley Fool

3 AI Robotics Stocks Worth Owning Over Tesla Right Now

The article argues that Tesla's valuation is heavily dependent on uncertain humanoid robot commercialization timelines and lofty valuations, making it riskier than alternatives. Instead, investors should consider Nvidia (which supplies chips to all robotics companies), Alphabet (with Google Cloud and Waymo autonomous vehicles), and Zebra Technologies (providing foundational software for robots), all trading at more attractive valuations with more certain growth catalysts.

09/15/2026, 12:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Ford Motor vs. Tesla: Which Automotive Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares Ford Motor and Tesla as investment options for 2026. Ford offers stability with strong free cash flow ($3.5B), a dominant commercial vehicle business, and a low valuation (8.4x Forward P/E), despite a $8.2B net loss in FY2025. Tesla presents high growth potential in AI and autonomous robotics but faces concerning fundamentals: negative free cash flow, operating margins collapsed to 1%, and a premium valuation (191.9x Forward P/E). The author recommends Ford for investors seeking current automotive exposure over speculative future bets.

09/14/2026, 6:17 AM • The Motley Fool

The Stock Market Is Repeating a Pattern Last Seen Decades Ago -- Here's What History Says Happens Next

The current bull market is characterized by narrow leadership, with a near-record number of S&P 500 companies exhibiting negative beta—a pattern last seen during the dot-com bubble. While a handful of AI stocks have driven gains, many companies have seen prices collapse. This concentration poses risks: if the bubble pops, diversification into quality and value stocks may be necessary, though it could reduce returns if the bull market continues.

09/14/2026, 4:30 AM • The Motley Fool