(RTTNews) – US Bancorp (USB) revealed a profit for its first quarter that Increased, from the same period last year The company’s earnings came in at $1.84 billion, or $1.18 per share. This compares with $1.60 billion, or $1.03 per share, last year. The company’s revenue for the period rose 4.7% to $7.28 billion from…

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The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Tuesday closed up +1.18%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up +0.66%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed up +1.81%.  June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26) rose +1.18%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQM26) rose +1.76%. Stock indexes rallied sharply on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 posting a 2-month…

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Developing a solid TFSA strategy doesn’t require dozens of stocks or complex allocations. All it needs is a simple, focused approach that can provide the long-term income that most investors want. The easiest way to accomplish that goal is to select two reliable Canadian dividend stocks to form the foundation of that TFSA strategy. And…

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Key Points McDonald’s makes its money primarily from franchise fees, rent, and royalties. That drives a high ROIC and increases profit margins as McDonald’s opens more restaurants. Investors can expect more excellence from McDonald’s in the future. 10 stocks we like better than McDonald’s › McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE: MCD) is a quintessential representation of American…

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Lean hog futures posted losses of 37 to 60 cent losses in most contracts on Friday, as April was an exception, up a nickel. June was down 75 cents on the week. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $89.36 on Friday afternoon, down 56 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index…

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The stable mix of energy, basic materials, and financial stocks, notably the Big Banks, keeps the TSX afloat amid elevated volatility. While technology is the worst performer among six primary sectors in the red, select tech names are defying the trend and flashing millionaire-maker potential. Firan Technology Group (TSX:FTG) and Evertz Technologies Limited (TSX:ET) are…

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Key Points After paying into Social Security your entire career, it’s natural to want to claim those retirement benefits as soon as possible. And the earliest age you can do that is 62. Not surprisingly, 62 tends to be a common age to file for Social Security. But claiming benefits at that age may cost…

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The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Wednesday closed up +2.51%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up +2.85%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed up +2.90%.  June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26) rose +2.52%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQM26) rose +2.90%. Global stock indexes settled sharply higher on Wednesday, with the S&P 500, the…

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Considering how quickly global markets keep going up and down this headline-riddled year, investors with a tendency to make quick and well-timed bets based on the news are struggling to make good decisions. Things seem to be changing at a moment’s notice, and risk-loving investors might be struggling to make the right bets. It’s all…

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Key Points A falling stock price can sometimes be a warning for investors to stay away. However, Dutch Bros is making all the right moves, and the business and operational performance are impressive. The most commonly used valuation metrics indicate the stock is expensive, but looks can be deceiving. 10 stocks we like better than…

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