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Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

The number of stocks outperforming the index over time is shrinking, increasing the need for active managers to be nimble.

Investors looking for defensive stocks need to be wary. Best-of-breed companies can become pricey relative to other options.

The vote came weeks before the midterm elections, where President Donald Trump's fellow Republicans are trying to retain their majorities in Congress.

Markets expect the central bank will take a firmer hand on inflation. It's not that easy.

With the 10-year Treasury up sharply and the outlook for the U.S. economy looking unclear, some say 8% mortgage rates are back on the table.

While the S&P 500 powers through rising bond yields and higher crude oil prices, one section of the U.S. stock market is falling behind.

College-bound students and their families can now complete the 2027-28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.

U.S. stocks have kept chugging higher this year, but bonds haven’t been able to shake off a five-year slump. That has sent some investors interested in a diversified portfolio searching for alternatives.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reported at least $3.1 million in assets as he faces an impeachment push in Congress over his handling of the Iran war.

Planning ahead can help you maximize travel rewards and take advantage of price changes.

A new bill calling for lowering Social Security’s full retirement age from 67 to 60 for workers in physically demanding jobs could put additional strain on the trust fund that backs the system and create a two-tiered system among workers, retirement experts said.

Meta is transforming into more than a social-media juggernaut in the AI era. Muse is the centerpiece of its strategy.

Student loan holders sued the Education Department on Thursday, claiming they suffered financial damages despite getting their debts forgiven years ago.

State attorney general Letitia James claims Polymarket has violated the state's gambling laws.

Shares of data-storage company Everpure were leading S&P 500 gainers on Thursday.

Here are some of the companies making headlines in midday trading.

Rates aren't likely to come down until the Iran war is over. But it's not all bad news — you may be able to get a deal because of low demand.

Bond yields have spiked due to expectations of persistent inflation and further interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve, which may impact auto loan rates.

The tech giants surged to all-time highs this week, a surprising show of strength given that the group has floundered for much of this year.