Capital Gains
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This time-tested valuation metric should not be overlooked
The S&P 500's CAPE ratio has climbed to 41, more than double its historical average, raising concerns about future returns and the risk of a sharp market correction as stocks trade near record highs despite persistent economic headwinds
Breakfast News: Abel Deploys Berkshire's Cash Pile
Berkshire Hathaway breaks a three-year buying pause as CEO Greg Abel deploys $31.9 billion in cash for stock buybacks and acquisitions, while a weak jobs report fuels hopes for Fed rate cuts and boosts stocks to new highs
Shiller P/E Ratio Hits 26-Year High: What Investors Should Know
The Shiller CAPE ratio for U.S. stocks surged to 40.91 in July 2026, its highest level since the dot-com bubble, raising questions about market risk, valuation, and the potential for a correction or prolonged downturn
Could a $50,000 Investment in the S&P 500 Grow to $1 Million?
A $50,000 lump-sum investment in an S&P 500 index fund could potentially reach $1 million over several decades, but the outcome depends on future market returns, compounding, and the investor's time horizon
Avoid This Costly Mistake as a Beginner Investor in 2026
Missing just a handful of the stock market's best days can erase decades of gains, yet many new investors still try to time the market. Here's why frequent trading can undermine your long-term returns and what to do instead