The SEC lifted a rule that limited retail investors from accessing private-fund investments through registered closed-end funds. This change allows these vehicles to offer private-equity, credit, and hedge-style exposures to ordinary brokerage clients.

Goldman Sachs strategists forecast stock market gains through the end of 2025 and into mid-2026, with the S&P 500 projected to reach 6,600 by year-end and 6,900 by mid-2026. Key investment recommendations include alternative asset managers, companies with high floating rate debt, and gold miners.

Suze Orman released six blunt financial tips, urging readers to build an eight‑month emergency fund, use debit over credit cards, eliminate credit card debt, automate savings, plan retirement for ages 90‑95, and practice patience with a 60/40 investment mix.

Hargreaves Lansdown and Schroders Capital are partnering to offer UK retail investors access to private market investments through SIPPs, starting September 15, 2025. This marks the first time these alternative asset funds are available through SIPPs.

Starting September 2025, consumers can cut monthly bills by 25% to 50% using seven shopping strategies. These include annual bill negotiation, strategic bundling, timing major purchases, using price matching and protection, mastering return windows, leveraging cash back, and buying generic brands.

The Trump administration is resuming student loan repayments in 2025, potentially leading to wage garnishments for approximately 5.8 million Americans. Borrowers will receive a 30-day notice and have options to prevent wage garnishment.

The Motley Fool projects a positive outlook for Uber Technologies stock, highlighting its strong past performance and growth in customers, bookings, and revenue. Uber is considered a strong long-term growth stock with projected revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth for 2025 and 2026.

The Motley Fool recommends PayPal and Fiverr as buy-and-hold stocks, citing PayPal's improving profitability and Fiverr's ability to leverage AI services. Both companies are seen as leaders in growing industries with strong long-term potential.

An analysis identifies Apple as a momentum stock, while Arhaus and Royal Caribbean are flagged as stocks to avoid. The analysis cites Apple's enduring brand and strong cash flow margins.

The Motley Fool reported that Apple, Bank of America, and Kroger are three no-brainer Warren Buffett stocks to buy, highlighting their strong management and consistent profits. Apple's stock rose 3% following a favorable ruling in the Alphabet antitrust lawsuit.

The Motley Fool recommends Nvidia, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC), and ASML Holding as dominant AI stocks for long-term investment. These companies play critical roles in the expanding AI chip market.

The article suggests that Bitcoin's scarcity and institutional adoption still support a long-term investment thesis, with potential for meaningful gains if held for at least four years. It advises reasonable expectations and dollar-cost averaging.

The Motley Fool analyzed SentinelOne, highlighting its strong fundamentals, including surpassing $1 billion in ARR and a robust balance sheet. The article emphasizes SentinelOne's strategic expansion into AI-native security and its attractive valuation compared to peers.

The article outlines four key reasons for investors to rebalance their portfolios more frequently: to pare back winners and boost losers, to incorporate tax-advantaged accounts in the process, to consider allocating assets internationally, and to integrate required minimum distributions.

StockStory identifies Zscaler as a stock to buy due to its mission-critical software and strong growth, while Workday and Vicor are identified as stocks to sell. StockStory also highlights a list of top 6 high-quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 183% over the last five years.

AI stocks like Zscaler and Micron Technology are poised for growth, with Zscaler benefiting from AI in cybersecurity and Micron Technology driven by demand for high-bandwidth memory in AI chips. Zscaler's revenue increased 21% in Q4 2025.

The article discusses key steps to reach the financial top 5% in your 50s, requiring a household income of $350,000+ and a net worth of $4 million+. It recommends a 70% stocks/30% bonds mix in low-cost index funds for 8%-10% average annual returns.

The report identifies seven wasteful spending habits that erode savings, including expensive cars, luxury spending, home renovations, high financial advisor fees, whole life insurance, gambling, and unused services. The report advises readers to avoid these habits to improve their financial health.

A reader sought financial advice regarding their significant investment of $270,000 in a single company's stock. The Moneyist advised diversification, paying off debts, and consulting a financial planner to rebalance the portfolio.

Finance expert Julie Guntrip advised that money moves should adapt to different life stages, emphasizing the importance of building financial literacy from the 20s through the 40s and beyond. Key advice includes establishing savings and credit in the 20s, managing debt and planning for homeownership in the 30s, and focusing on wealth preservation and retirement planning in the 40s and beyond.

A 79-year-old widow in the US, receiving $1,705 a month in Social Security, had only $92 left after expenses. The story highlights that Social Security may be cut by 23% when the trust fund depletes by 2033.

A public-school teacher sought advice regarding high 1% annual fees in her 403(b) retirement plan. Financial columnist Beth Pinsker advised maximizing contributions to both plans and exploring rollover options.

The article compares Roth IRAs and 401(k)s for retirement savings, highlighting the Roth IRA's tax-free withdrawals and investment flexibility against the 401(k)'s higher contribution limits and employer matches. It suggests a strategy of contributing to a 401(k) for the employer match, then maxing out a Roth IRA, and finally increasing 401(k) contributions to maximize tax benefits and long-term growth.

The article discusses 'soft saving' habits, advocating for balancing future financial security with present enjoyment by automating savings. Saving for specific goals and ensuring saving feels empowering are key to its success.

Codie Sanchez shared that her best $1,000 investment was in a sauna and a cold plunge, emphasizing the connection between health and wealth. The article also lists free or low-cost ways to invest in one's health.