Key Takeaways A special situation is a unique event that influences a stock’s price regardless of its fundamentals. These situations can be triggered by
Understanding Sin Stocks: Definition, Mechanisms, Pros, and Cons
Key Takeaways Sin stocks are companies linked to industries considered unethical, like tobacco, alcohol, and gambling. Despite moral concerns, many sin stocks are financially
Position Trading: Strategies, Benefits, and Risks
Key Takeaways A position trader is someone who buys and holds investments long-term, aiming to profit from sustained trends. They focus on long-term trends
Bitcoin Leads a Fresh Crypto Slide: Here's What It Means for Ethereum and Solana Investors
Bitcoin’s seemingly random tumble doesn’t bode well for the crypto sector’s near term. The frightening Feb. 5 air pocket in crypto was a reminder
Understanding Merkle Roots in Cryptocurrency: Basics and Function
Key Takeaways A Merkle root is the final hash obtained from pairing transaction hashes in a block, ensuring data integrity. Used in cryptocurrencies, Merkle
Stock Market Sell-Off: 3 Stocks I'm Still Buying Now
Tech stocks are getting slammed right now. Although the stock market has sold off a bit, it’s really not as bad as some people
How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 2/12/2026
U.S. stocks fell sharply as the market punished companies seen as potential losers from artificial-intelligence technology. The S&P 500 sank 1.6% for its second-worst
Stock Market Today, Feb. 12: AI Fears Slam Markets as Nasdaq Drops 2%
Emma Newbery, The Motley Fool February 12, 2026 at 5:49 PM Markets traded lower today as AI-related selling took its toll. The S&P 500
Crypto Expert Explains How Bitcoin Exchange Gave Police Control Over Nancy Guthrie’s Kidnapper
Seema Sinha February 12, 2026 at 11:24 AM Authorities have been engaged in an elaborate investigation concerning the kidnapping of Today show co-host Savannah
What the Crypto Crash Reveals About Trump's Power
This is an edition of The Atlantic Daily, a newsletter that guides you through the biggest stories of the day, helps you discover new