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Motley Fool co-founder and CEO Tom Gardner talks about separating AI contenders from pretenders, his two favorite market indicators, and lessons from the dot-com bubble. Plus, Tom shares six stock ideas for the next five years.  Hosts: Andy Cross  Guest: Tom Gardner  Producer: Bart Shannon, Mac Greer  Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement.We’re com

Certified Financial Planner Stephanie Marini joins Robert Brokamp for this month’s installment of the 2026 Financial Planning Challenge. Stephanie and Bro (Robert’s nickname at The Motley Fool) explain how to calculate and automate the amounts you need to pay off your debts, build a safety net, and save enough to accomplish your financial goals.Also in this episode:-While many tech stocks struggle, energy stocks are gushing-The bond market has struggled mightily since the pandemic, but the future looks brighter-Cisco finally surpasses its previous high reached in March of 2000-Accomplish the financial tasks that are sticking in your craw – your bottom line and your peace of mind will thank youHost: Robert BrokampGuest: Stephanie MariniEngineer: Bart Shannon Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within adver

What’s a few hundred billion dollars in capex spending among friends? When it comes to big tech, the numbers have gotten astronomical and there’s both enthusiasm and fear about this much spending, so we try to make sense of what’s going on. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Jon Quast discuss: - Big tech’s $650 billion bet on AI - This week’s SaaS-pocalypse - We play Gold, Silver, and Bronze - Stocks on our radar Companies discussed: Amazon (AMZN), Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), Microsoft (MSFT), Meta Platforms (META), Coupang (CPNG), Cava (CAVA), Chipotle (CMG), Starbucks (SBUX), Portillo’s (PTLO), Texas Roadhouse (TXRH), Markel (MKL). Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Jon Quast Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer,

Software stocks are dropping like rocks in 2026 as AI companies, including Anthropic, deliver more impressive enterprise tools. It’s reminiscent of the market’s reaction to DeepSeek in 2025 – a Chinese startup that seemed like it could deliver the same AI capabilities with a fraction of the hardware requirements. This “DeepSeek Moment” caused investors to rethink their assumptions. The rapid rise of enterprise AI tools appears to have investors rethinking things again. Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Jon Quast discuss: - Which stocks may be more safe - Sudden shifts in the job market - How the economy impacts our investing - Stocks on our radar Companies discussed: CRWD, TOST, UPS, AMZN, POWL, ZS, GDDY Host: Tyler Crowe Guests: Matt Frankel, Jon Quast Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the

Disney has hired a new CEO with Josh D’Amaro taking over for Bob Iger in March. We discuss Iger’s legacy, where D’Amaro will take Disney, and why the company may be setup for success. Then, we cover Chipotle’s earnings and the latest in GLP-1s.Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss:- Disney’s new CEO- Bob Iger’s legacy- Chipotle’s declining results- The Big Pharma GLP-1 battleCompanies discussed: Novo Nordisk (NOVO), Eli Lilly (LLY), Disney (DIS), Chipotle (CMG).Host: Travis HoiumGuests: Lou Whiteman, Rachel WarrenEngineer: Dan Boyd, Kristi Waterworth Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investm

Who is getting disintermediated when AI enters the gaming race? And where does a shakeup in the c-suite leave a new value stock? In today’s episode of Motley Fool Money, host Emily Flippen is joined by analysts Jason Hall and Loren Horst to discuss: - PayPal’s surprise CEO change, and whether a single-digit earnings multiple is an opportunity or a warning sign - Alphabet’s Project Genie demo and what the concept of “prompt-to-play” could mean for the gaming industry - Roblox’s push into premium advertising and whether or not the brand retains a moat Companies discussed: PYPL, KSPI, RBLX, U, GOOGL, MSFT Host: Emily Flippen, Jason Hall, Loren Horst Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, o

Big pharma and biotech take the earnings stage this week with reports from Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLNY) and Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO) leading the lineup. Will they help the industry once again outperform AI champ NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA), as the industry did in 2025? Karl Thiel, Tom King, and Tim Beyers discuss: - Slow rolling chaos at FDA and its effects on drug approvals. - How to think about risk when investing in biotech. - Earnings predictions for Lilly and Novo as well as a review of results from DNA researcher Twist Bioscience (NASDAQ: TWST). Don’t wait! Be sure to get to your local bookstore and pick up a copy of David’s Gardner’s new book — Rule Breaker Investing: How to Pick the Best Stocks of the Future and Build Lasting Wealth. It’s on shelves now; get it before it’s gone! Companies discussed: RGNX, LLY, NVO, TWST Host: Tim Beyers Guests: Karl Thiel, Tom King Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational pur

Droneshield is an Australian-based defense technology company that specializes in counter-drone technology. Motley Fool co-founder and CEO Tom Gardner and Motley Fool data engineer Beegee Alop recently talked with Droneshield CEO Oleg Vornik about counterdrones, the civilian and military markets, and lessons on leadership.  Hosts: Tom Gardner, Beegee Alop Guest: Oleg Vornik   Producer: Bart Shannon, Mac Greer  Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions.

After saving for retirement for decades, you’ll eventually get to a point when you realize you actually could soon retire. Robert Brokamp speaks with Fool contributor Dan Caplinger, both of whom are near retirement age, about how they’re approaching the decision of when to call it a career.Also in this episode:-December saw the highest number of home contract cancellations in several years-Home prices declined in November, a slowdown from the heady post-pandemic days of skyrocketing prices-A Bankrate study found that 75% of homes on the market are unaffordable to the median-income American household-Our favorite retirement calculatorsHost: Robert BrokampGuest: Dan CaplingerEngineer: Bart Shannon Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitat

Reports are swirling that Elon Musk is aiming to combine xAI and SpaceX ahead of the SpaceX IPO in 2026. What does that mean for Tesla shareholders? Then, we cover the week’s big tech earnings and how Google is positioned for the future of AI. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Emily Flippen discuss: - SpaceX and xAI’s potential merger - Big tech earnings - Dumpster diving in SaaS - Google’s Chrome update Companies discussed: The Trade Desk (TTD), Axon (AXON), Toast (TOST), Netflix (NFLX), Salesforce (CRM), ServiceNow (NOW), CH Robinson (CHRW), Mama’s Creations (MAMA), Tesla (TSLA), Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), Apple (AAPL), Microsoft (MSFT). Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Emily Flippen Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in th

For several years, Tesla has been straddling the fence between an electric vehicle manufacturer and its ambition to pursue autonomous driving and humanoid robots. This most recent quarterly report looks like the sign that the company has picked a side. Plus, the ups and downs of Meta’s and Microsoft’s earnings. Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Jon Quast discuss: - Tesla’s earnings - Elon Musk’s announcement that Tesla will discontinue production of the Model S and X. - Meta’s massive capital spending plan - Microsoft’s future getting closely tied to OpenAI - Stocks on our radar Companies discussed: TSLA, META, MSFT, GOOG, LUV, AAON, BMI Host: Tyler Crowe Guests: Matt Frankel, Jon Quast Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the of

Earnings season is in full swing and we’re here to break down Starbucks and GM, who reported earlier this week. After that, we’ll talk about why silver has skyrocketed in 2026 and what to expect from precious metals in the future. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss: - Starbucks earnings - GM Earnings - GM’s autonomy plans - Will silver’s run continue? Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Rachel Warren Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and finan

In today’s episode of Motley Fool Money, host Emily Flippen is joined by analysts Jason Hall and Asit Sharma to dive into three recent stories where the operating system underneath a business has started to matter more than the companies above it. They discuss: - Nvidia’s $2 billion investment into CoreWeave and how AI infrastructure is colliding with physical constraints - How restaurant tech is pushing the limits on throughput - A rare-earth deal between private companies and the U.S. government highlighting what are issues of national security Companies discussed: NVDA, CRWV, TOST, SHOP, CAVA, SG, WING, USAR Host: Emily Flippen, Jason Hall, Asit Sharma Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer,

Big Tech earnings are baaaaack. Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Meta (NASDAQ: META), and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) report earnings this week. Will they beat, raise, or miss the Street's targets? Hosts discuss + 3 bullet points of topics: Rick Munarriz and Sanmeet Deo:- Discuss Big Tech spending plans for 2026.- Review analyst expectations for AAPL, META, and MSFT.- Play a game of "beat, raise, or miss" and offer some other predictions.Don’t wait! Be sure to get to your local bookstore and pick up a copy of David’s Gardner’s new book — Rule Breaker Investing: How to Pick the Best Stocks of the Future and Build Lasting Wealth. It’s on shelves now; get it before it’s gone! Tickers: Companies discussed: AAPL, META, MSFTHost: Rick MunarrizGuests: Sanmeet DeoProducer: Anand ChokkaveluEngineer: Bart Shannon Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completenes

Denny Fish is a Portfolio Manager for the Janice Henderson Investors Global Technology and Innovation Fund. Motley Fool Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross and analyst Asit Sharma recently talked with Fish about the investing landscape, AI, CES, and building resilient portfolios.  Hosts: Andy Cross, Asit Sharma  Guest: Denny Fish  Producer: Bart Shannon, Mac Greer  Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses o

Before you start socking away money for retirement, you'll need to pick an account type. But choose wisely— because it'll shape your tax bill today and potentially decades from now. Robert Brokamp discusses how to choose the right account with financial planner and CPA Sean Mullaney, who writes the FITaxGuy blog and is the co-author, along with Cody Garrett, of “Tax Planning To and Through Early Retirement.” Also in this episode:-The stock market is broadening, with small caps, value stocks, and international stocks outperforming U.S. large-cap stocks since November-Last week was the anniversary of gold hitting a then-record $850 in 1980, which was followed by a slump that lasted more than two decades-A new study estimates how much of the cost of tariffs has been absorbed by consumers, importers, and retailers-Now is the time to protect the money you’ll need in the next three to five years Host: Robert BrokampGuest: Sean MullaneyEngineer: Bart Shannon Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and

Tesla’s robotaxis are finally driving without a safety driver in the front seat (they are reportedly in a chase car) and we discussed the future business models for Tesla. Then, we covered Greg Abel making a mark on Berkshire Hathaway, Apple’s chatbot, and 24/7 trading. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Jon Quast discuss: - FSD is here…kind of - Greg Abel cleans house - Apple’s Siri chatbot - NYSE tokenizing stocks Companies discussed: Tesla (TSLA), Disney (DIS), Microsoft (MSFT), Berkshire (BRK), Spotify (SPOT), Sysco (SYY), Rocket Lab (RKLB), Elf Beauty (ELF), Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), Apple (AAPL). Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Jon Quast Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of

It only took us a couple of weeks into 2026, but it appears this year is shaping up to be the year that many of the largest private companies finally go public. It could start sooner than expected as SpaceX has hired bankers for a potential IPO this year. SpaceX could be the first of many Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Jon Quast discuss: - Rocket Lab’s test failure - SpaceX’s IPO rumors and who could quickly follow - Investing advice when analyzing IPOs - IPOs on our radar Companies discussed: RKLB, TSLA, EQPT Host: Tyler Crowe Guests: Matt Frankel, Jon Quast Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risk

Netflix reported earnings and results were solid, but guidance left investors wanting more. We discuss what we saw and why Netflix went all-cash for its Warner Bros Discovery bid. We also touch on the bond market, which is looming over the market today. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss: - Netflix earnings - Netflix going all-cash for WBD - Bond markets in turmoil Companies discussed: Netflix (NFLX), Warner Bros Discovery (WBD). Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Rachel Warren Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Inves

Fast casual restaurant stocks were hit hard over the past year, but many have snapped back over the past month. In today’s episode of Motley Fool Money, Emily Flippen is joined by Fool analysts Sanmeet Deo and Jason Hall to break down what has caused the rebound, how consumer tastes have changed, and if fast casual stocks are set up for continued strong performance in the year ahead. Companies discussed: CAVA, CMG, SG, WING, EAT, SBUX, MAMA, JBFCF, YUM Host: Emily Flippen, Sanmeet Deo, Jason Hall Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity