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This dot-com survivor says AI build-out is more like 1997 than 1999 — and still urges investors to hold more cash
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This dot-com survivor says AI build-out is more like 1997 than 1999 — and still urges investors to hold more cash

Market Expert  May 12, 2026

The riveting gains for microchip stocks have many analysts drawing parallels to 1999, just ahead of the dot-com crash, when the build-out of a key technology led to parabolic moves and frenzied speculation.

‘I nearly made a major misstep’: I claimed my Social Security benefits at 64 instead of 70. Here’s why.
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‘I nearly made a major misstep’: I claimed my Social Security benefits at 64 instead of 70. Here’s why.

Market Expert  May 12, 2026

“It’s remarkable — and discouraging — how many people are disengaged from their own financial lives.”

With Keir Starmer premiership on the brink, British government debt, currency and stocks fall
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With Keir Starmer premiership on the brink, British government debt, currency and stocks fall

Market Expert  May 12, 2026

British government debt fell sharply on Tuesday, with reports suggesting Prime Minister Keir Starmer may face a leadership challenge or even resign as early as today.

‘She is very angry with me’: My daughter, 30, has issues with drugs. Should I take half the profit from the sale of her house?
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‘She is very angry with me’: My daughter, 30, has issues with drugs. Should I take half the profit from the sale of her house?

Market Expert  May 12, 2026

“My thought is to invest it on her behalf for someday, when she gets her life together.”

AST SpaceMobile’s stock drops as earnings come with a big disappointment
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AST SpaceMobile’s stock drops as earnings come with a big disappointment

Market Expert  May 12, 2026

Investors had been excited early Monday about speed breakthroughs at the satellite company. But the after-hours earnings report showed a sizable revenue miss.

Adviser links: a great advisory firm
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Adviser links: a great advisory firm

Market Expert  May 12, 2026

Mondays are all about financial adviser-related links here at Abnormal Returns. You can check out last week’s links including a look at...

Monday links: a deep appreciation
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Monday links: a deep appreciation

Market Expert  May 12, 2026

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Artificial Intelligence and Quarterly Earnings Reports
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Artificial Intelligence and Quarterly Earnings Reports

Market Expert  May 12, 2026

    A proposal from the current administration is working its way through the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to end quarterly corporate earnings. This is a good idea. Unfortunately, the frequency is in the wrong direction. Instead of replacing quarterly earnings releases with annual or semiannual ones, the SEC should be moving toward monthly,… Read More The post Artificial Intelligence and Quarterly Earnings Reports appeared first on The Big Picture.

Marketing Funnel Breakdown: How A Retirement Podcast Generated 53 Prospects And $130,000 In Recurring Revenue In 12 Months
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Marketing Funnel Breakdown: How A Retirement Podcast Generated 53 Prospects And $130,000 In Recurring Revenue In 12 Months

Market Expert  May 12, 2026

Marketing for new clients through education has long been a popular approach for financial advisors. Whether it's conducting seminars or speaking at networking events, podcasting or creating educational videos, advisors get an opportunity to demonstrate their expertise, show that they're approachable, and help a broad swath of consumers. As a result, Kitces Research on AdvisorRead More... The post Marketing Funnel Breakdown: How A Retirement Podcast Generated 53 Prospects And $130,000 In Recurring Revenue In 12 Months first appeared on Kitces.com.

Big Tech’s AI spending is depriving investors of juicy payouts
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Big Tech’s AI spending is depriving investors of juicy payouts

Market Expert  May 11, 2026

Goldman Sachs expects S&P 500 share buybacks to grow only 3% this year, as a shaky economic backdrop and AI cost pressures force spending reconsiderations.

U.S. stock futures fall, oil surges as Trump calls Iran’s latest offer to end war ‘totally unacceptable’
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U.S. stock futures fall, oil surges as Trump calls Iran’s latest offer to end war ‘totally unacceptable’

Market Expert  May 11, 2026

U.S. stock-index futures fell and oil prices rose on Sunday, after President Donald Trump called Iran’s response to the latest U.S. proposal to end the war “totally unacceptable.”

My niece is on Social Security Disability Insurance. Will she lose her health insurance if I buy her a house?
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My niece is on Social Security Disability Insurance. Will she lose her health insurance if I buy her a house?

Market Expert  May 11, 2026

“She has not been able to get approved for a mortgage, so I want to help her.”

Powell’s legacy as Fed chair is fighting inflation and Trump. He may lose the battle against both.
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Powell’s legacy as Fed chair is fighting inflation and Trump. He may lose the battle against both.

Market Expert  May 11, 2026

Jerome Powell will be remembered for how the struggles against inflation and to preserve Federal Reserve independence ultimately end.

Introducing the ‘NACHO’ trade: How Wall Street is betting on higher oil prices and persistent inflation
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Introducing the ‘NACHO’ trade: How Wall Street is betting on higher oil prices and persistent inflation

Market Expert  May 11, 2026

Wall Street is glomming on to yet another acronym inspired in part by Mexican cuisine.

As Nvidia earnings draw closer, here are 5 things investors need to watch
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As Nvidia earnings draw closer, here are 5 things investors need to watch

Market Expert  May 11, 2026

The chip maker’s stock has been a laggard — but Goldman Sachs sees five potential catalysts that could come out of its earnings call later this month.

‘Fibermaxxing’ has spurred the launch of fiber sodas and gummies. Is the craze going too far?
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‘Fibermaxxing’ has spurred the launch of fiber sodas and gummies. Is the craze going too far?

Market Expert  May 11, 2026

Companies are rushing to cash in on “functional snacking,” but experts warn that the health benefits of fiber treats might not be all they’re cracked up to be.

My mother regrets paying Social Security. She says she should have invested her contributions. I disagree. Who’s right?
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My mother regrets paying Social Security. She says she should have invested her contributions. I disagree. Who’s right?

Market Expert  May 11, 2026

“There’s no way my dad and my mom paid enough into Medicare to cover my dad’s six months in long-term critical care.”

Saturday links: costing us industries
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Saturday links: costing us industries

Market Expert  May 11, 2026

Saturdays we catch up with the non-finance related items that we didn’t get to earlier in the week. You can check out...

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