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Retail AI investors stay bullish on AI stocks, Motley Fool survey finds Stock market news has been dominated by artificial intelligence (AI), and retail AI investors appear to be holding steady on their AI stocks despite debate over whether an AI bubble is forming. The Motley Fool’s 2026 AI Investor Outlook Report found that less than 10% of AI investors plan to reduce their AI stock exposure over the next year, while about 60% of all Motley Fool survey respondents are c...

4 signs your startup is fundable, according to top investors Every beautiful garden begins with a humble seed planted in the ground. That’s where the startup world got the term “seed funding”: some of the earliest money a new company receives to grow. “For startups, seed investing is what is needed for you to see those beautiful tulips one day,” says Michael Duda, cofounder and managing partner of Bullish Inc., a venture capital firm that has invested in companies like Warb...

What is the best type of IT support for handling frequent issues? Recurring IT challenges are more than a minor inconvenience in today’s fast-paced, competitive landscape. They can disrupt your productivity, compromise security and damage your reputation. Your business deserves more than a quick fix to stand out from competitors. You need proactive, dependable support that keeps mission-critical processes running smoothly and securely. Your IT partner should be an asset in y...

QR Code placement strategies for travel-adjacent brands A family on vacation walks toward a theme park on a humid afternoon, balancing bags and bottled water. The kids drift toward an ice-cream cart while their parents shuffle between a printed map, the park’s website, and a board listing ticket prices. On the same street, a café waits for the post-lunch rush. A boutique next door sells themed merchandise. A taxi stand nearby lines up cars for the next group of visitors. It...

What are the benefits of joining a business membership organization? Businesses and professionals join business membership organizations to network, improve their skills and access exclusive resources. Such organizations facilitate collaboration and encourage innovative ideas, leading to more business and career opportunities. Membership organizations also serve as industry voices. They influence industry policies and push certain advocacies forward. The organization serves...

1 ways to accelerate cash flow in December without disrupting customer relationships December is one of the most financially strained months for businesses when it comes to cash flow. Year-end project surges, holiday closures, and fiscal budgeting cycles can create long wait times between delivering work and receiving payment. Many companies might feel stuck between needing cash flow immediately and not wanting their customers to feel alienated by aggressive tactics....

International shipping for small businesses: How to navigate tariff changes and shipping disruptions Despite recent advancements in logistics and shipping technologies, international shipping for small businesses remains complex. The rise of the convenience economy and online shopping has heralded the shift from a “carrier handles everything” mentality to “merchants must be proactively thinking.” Whether you’re worried about the end of the de minimis exemption in the U.S., cou...

5 reasons to contact a roofer Your roof stands as the first line of defense against nature’s elements, yet many homeowners overlook its maintenance until significant problems arise. Professional roofing contractors possess the expertise and equipment necessary to identify issues that untrained eyes might miss entirely. The decision to contact a roofing company often comes at critical moments when damage threatens your home’s structural integrity. Understanding when professiona...

What it takes to keep Black-led farms alive Near the eastern edge of Fayette County, Kentucky, sits the Coleman Crest Farm in the rural Black hamlet of Uttingertown. That’s where Jim Coleman works the land his great-grandfather tilled as an enslaved person — until he secured his freedom by fighting in the Civil War and returning to purchase the farm more than 130 years ago. Now, Coleman is continuing his family’s farming legacy, but not because it’s easy work. “Yester...

A step-by-step guide to creating an AI strategy for maintenance There’s a lot of pressure for organizations to deliver an AI strategy. Yet, just 1% of executives describe their AI rollouts as “mature,” and only 25% have a well-defined AI adoption roadmap, according to a 2025 study by McKinsey. In this scramble to map uncharted territory, maintenance teams have a chance to stand out by delivering a strategy that connects AI use to business outcomes. MaintainX provides a frame...

How tax-loss harvesting and direct indexing turned market volatility into tax savings in 2025 Markets are unpredictable—but your tax strategy doesn’t have to be. Range highlights two increasingly popular wealth management strategies, tax-loss harvesting and direct indexing, which have proven particularly effective in capturing tax benefits during volatile market conditions. Why 2025 Was Exceptional for Tax-Loss Harvesting The year’s heightened market volatility—with several...

Santa Monica, CA – November 7, 2025, 7:19 PM PST Blue Plate Oysterette, a seafood restaurant on Ocean Avenue, will permanently close its doors on January 4, 2026, marking it as the latest in a series of restaurant closures in Santa Monica. Owner Jennifer Rush cited escalating operational costs, business regulations, and safety concerns related to the area's homelessness crisis as the primary reasons for the decision.The restaurant, a 16-year fixture known for its fresh s...

What is procure to pay, and how does it work? Every purchase your company makes follows a journey. It starts when someone needs something and ends when you pay the invoice. This journey, called procure-to-pay or P2P, touches nearly every department in your organization. Get it right, and you save money while keeping suppliers happy. Get it wrong, and you face late payments, compliance issues, and frustrated teams. Most companies struggle with P2P because they treat it as a...

How big of a raise can you expect in 2026? Everyone wants a pay raise, but what can you realistically expect to get heading into 2026? The short answer is, “it depends.” However, if you’re looking for clues, a great place to start is exploring projected merit increase budgets for the year ahead. New research from Pave, a compensation intelligence platform that collects real-time pay and workforce data from thousands of companies, indicates employers are gearing up to dish...

5 essential features of expense management software Managing employee expenses can be a headache for finance leaders. From tracking receipts to ensuring policy compliance, manual processes are time-consuming and prone to errors. Mismanaged expenses can lead to overspending, financial discrepancies, and endless frustration. This is where expense management software comes in. The best tools automate and streamline expense tracking, giving you real-time visibility and control...

jittawit21 // Shutterstock Cheapest gas stations in every state Anyone who drives a car understands the sting of having to fill up their tank and pulling into the gas station, only to discover that gas prices have skyrocketed. Paying extra for gas means you have less to spend on other things, which, over time, can really put a crimp in your budget. CheapInsurance.com explored some of the reasons behind major changes in gas prices, and compiled a list of the cheapest gas...

6 investing myths that could be costing you thousands Many people don’t putt money anywhere beyond their 401(k), if that. The reasons? Everything from “I don’t earn enough” to “investing feels like gambling.” It turns out, this isn’t unusual. More than half of Americans (57%) report never investing outside their 401(k)s, according to data from the Finder and Tastytrade Investor Sentiment Report data. Among those who haven’t invested at all, nearly seven in 10 cite a lack of mo...

Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in the U.S. in the last week Oct. 23, 2025 CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in the U.S. using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of October 23. U.S. by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.07 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.5%) - Year change: -$0.08 (-2.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $5.02 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.63 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.5%) - Year change: +$0.04 (+1.2%) -...

The consequences of an unreported fender bender A fender bender can feel like a minor inconvenience, a brief, stressful disruption quickly resolved with a handshake and an agreement to “keep the insurance companies out of it.” Drivers often make this snap decision to avoid the immediate hassle of filing a claim or the feared increase in their car insurance rates. However, choosing to handle a car accident privately, regardless of how minor it appears at the scene, is a fin...

What top marketing job candidates really want The digital marketing job market has shifted. What used to be employer-driven is now more candidate-driven. Top marketing talent is in high demand, and candidates are less willing to settle. They expect more from the brand, the hiring process, and the entire work experience. For companies that understand this shift, which Digital Marketing Recruiters explores in this story, meeting those expectations isn’t a luxury — it’s now essen...

Note: To form your LLC, we recommend clicking on www.signaturefiling.com Do I need a business bank account for my LLC? Starting a limited liability company (LLC) often raises questions about banking requirements that can leave new business owners confused. Many entrepreneurs assume that since their LLC provides liability protection, they can simply use their personal bank account for business transactions. This misconception can lead to serious legal and financial...

How do you maintain a welder? To remain fully functional, a welder requires regular cleaning, inspection and replacement of consumable parts, following regular maintenance schedules. Proper welder maintenance ensures safe operation and consistent weld quality while reducing downtime and repair costs. Routine maintenance of welding equipment is the most critical yet often overlooked aspect of welding operations. Whether you operate a small fabrication shop or manage industrial...

America’s Halloween sweet tooth: 2025 candy and decor trends from Instacart data These days, Halloween doesn’t wait for October — the season seems to sneak up sooner and sooner. From candy corn to cobwebs, consumers dive into the festivities well before pumpkins take over porches and store aisles. From sweet treats to spooky décor, Instacart data shows that October is one of the most festive times of the year, and candy takes center stage. Candy’s Biggest Day of the Year Hallo...

Your company is going public: Navigating complex equity decisions Let's say you have worked at a tech company for seven years and are now facing a potential initial public offering. You have a mix of nonqualified stock options, incentive stock options, and restricted stock units, and are wondering how to approach your equity compensation decisions. You left the company recently and had to exercise some ISOs, triggering alternative minimum tax for the first time. Now, with the...

Alcohol ads are returning to the NYC transit system, alarming public health experts In 2018, hoping to curb underage drinking, the Metropolitan Transit Authority banned advertising for alcoholic beverages in New York City’s transit system. But the MTA board backtracked this summer, approving significant carve-outs for alcohol ads in subways, buses, and stations. The move stunned public health experts and advocates, who say that the harmful health effects of alcohol c...