Motley Fool Hidden Gems Investing
Motley Fool Hidden Gems Investing is a daily podcast for stock investors. Weekday episodes offer a long-term perspective on business news with The Motley Fool's investment analysts. Weekend shows are a mix of personal finance and longer-form interviews.
Episodes
Behind Wall Street’s Scorching Quarter
Q2 2026 was the best year on Wall Street since 2020 and AI led the way. But the gains weren’t evenly distributed and we discuss what’s sustainable and what’s not in the market. Plus, we discuss Meta becoming a neocloud and look back on the U.S. stocks that defined the past four decades.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Jason Moser discuss:
- Record Q2 Performance
- How AI Ruled the Day
- Meta
The Challenges of the China Market
HAve you noticed that more and more companies are finding the Chinese market is a headwind for companies? You’re not alone. Automotive companies, clothing retailers, beauty products, and many more are either losing market share or seeing sales decline. Jon, Matt, and Tyler break down why the Chinese market has been such a challenge for so many companies, who could be the next company to experience
Is The Oil Crisis Over? Or Is It Just Beginning?
Oil prices have plunged in recent weeks as the war in Iran appears to be coming to a halt. But why did predictions of $200 oil never materialize? We discuss the underlying dynamics. We also covered a new stablecoin that could be disruptive to payments and why Nike’s comeback is stalling out.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Tyler Crowe discuss:
- Why Oil Prices Are Dropping
- Did China Prevent
Picking the Winners of the Honeywell Breakup
The Honeywell International of 10 years ago is now six different publicly traded companies. This week, Honeywell International split with Honeywell Aerospace to complete the pre-planned separation. Tyler, Matt, and Lou look break down the prospects for the disparate parts as standalone companies and pick which ones will be the outperformers based on recent spinoffs and separateions. Plus, a busy w
Rocket Lab Shakes Up Satellite Communications
Jon, Matt, and Rachel dissect the latest breakup news from Comcast as the media giant intends to spin off assets under its NBCUniversal entity. This could unlock value but could shake up the streaming landscape. The team then moves on to Rocket Lab’s $8 billion acquisition of Iridium before ending with a listener question about selling stocks.
Jon Quast, Matt Frankel, and Rachel Warren discuss:
The AI Headlines You Should Be Most Suspicious Of
The companies dominating AI headlines right now may not be the ones actually winning. In fact, according to Julie Averill, the loudest signals are often the ones most worth questioning. As former global CIO of Lululemon — where she helped oversee one of retail's most successful tech transformations — Julie has spent decades separating real change from corporate theater. Motley Fool analyst Rachel
401(k) Champions and Soaring Value Stocks
Most of the education about work-sponsored retirement plans comes from the employer or the plan provider. But you could be a source of knowledge and encouragement to your colleagues, friends, and relatives. Robert Brokamp discusses grassroots retirement education with Julie Jason, the founder and CEO of Jackson, Grant Investment Advisers and the creator of the annual 401(k) Champion Award. (Visit
The New Villian in Tech
Memory prices have skyrocketed because of AI demand and that’s not extending into the consumer market after Apple raised prices on nearly all of its products. We discuss why memory is up and how Silicon Valley made itself a villain in the age of AI. Plus, we go through what technologies may be disruptive and stocks on our radar.
Travis Hoium, Jon Quast, and Lou Whiteman discuss:
- AI, The Vill
Nuclear Energy Gets a Big Government Boost (Again)
If it wasn’t apparent already, the Federal government has made expanding the fleet of nuclear reactors a strategic priority. This week, the Department of Energy announced a new financing deal that will encourage the development of 10 new nuclear reactors in the U.S. Matt, Jon, and Tyler break down what this means and whether the companies in the industry will see big gains from it. Plus, Qualcom’s
Micron Day Is Here!
Like it or not, Micron is driving the stock market and the company’s earnings report will tell us a lot about the future of memory and compute demand. Plus, we talk about Meta’s new prediction markets app and Alphabet joining the Dow Jones Industrial Average.Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss:- Memory’s Wild Ride- Micron’s Earnings- Meta & Prediction Markets- Can Zuck Innovate?-
Big Pharma Has a Case of Merger Mania
It hasn’t been in many headlines (thanks, AI), but pharmaceutical companies are on a merger & acquisition spree that could break records. With more than $126 billion in deals so far this year, companies are looking for novel drug canddiates and clinical stage companies to bolster their own development pipeline. We’ll take a dive into what’s driving this M&A frenzy and what companies look interesti
Toy Story 5 Reaches For the Sky
The Hidden Gems investing team dissects the big weekend for Toy Story 5 and which stocks could be winners with a resurgent box office. From there Jon, Matt, and Rachel look at how natural gas is poised to power data centers before ending on a listener’s question regarding value investing and how things have changed since Warren Buffett got his start.Jon Quast, Matt Frankel, and Rachel Warren discu
The Companies That Sound Most Confident May Be the Ones to Worry About
Every time you listen to an earnings call, you're scanning for signs that a company knows where it's going. But what if the most confident-sounding language is actually the biggest red flag? Motley Fool analyst Rachel Warren sits down with Phil LeBrun, former international CIO of McDonald's, and Dr. Jana Werner, executive advisor at AWS — co-authors of The Octopus Organization — to unpack why 70 t
Mailbag! Maximizing Dividends, Spending in Retirement, Managing a 529
Host Robert Brokamp is joined by Fool contributor Dan Caplinger to answer financial planning questions sent in from listeners, including:-How do ETFs affect the recommendation to own 25 to 50 stocks?-How can a new retiree switch from saving to spending after decades of frugality?-Since stock prices drop after a dividend payment, is it a “nothing-burger”?-How to manage a 529 as a kid gets ready to
More Layoffs, Acquisitions, and SpaceX Becomes AI Company
Are layoffs starting to backfire in Silicon Valley? As Robinhood and Rivian announce job cuts, employees at Meta Platforms are starting to revolt against job cuts and reassignments into jobs they didn’t sign up for. Plus, we discuss Fox buying Roku, SpaceX’s $60 billion acquisition, and play the World Cup of Investing.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Emily Flippen discuss:
- Robinhood and Riv
IT Consulting is Not Having a Good Time
Data centers might have a climate problem. With more than 80% of data centers worldwide in regions at high risk of drought, flooding, or wildfires. The implication of these trillions in investment being at elevated risk to weather related disasters could have some major downstream issues. Pluis, a dive into Accenture’s earnings and the challenges facing the IT consulting industry.Listeners, we wan
Snap’s Specs Gamble
The smartphone could be a thing of the past if Snap has its way an Specs take over the market. But at $2,195 it could be a tall task selling these to consumers, even if they were stylish. Plus, we talk about Rivian’s layoffs and Eli Lilly’s latest acquisition.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss:
- Snap’s new Specs
- Rivian announces more layoffs
- Eli Lilly’s acquisition
Buying Your Own Sports Team (with Stocks)
Pretty much every sports fan dreams of owning their favorite team. Between the bragging rights and the courtside seats, who wouldn’t want to be? While you may not be able to be a partial owner of your favorite team, there are a few opportunities to own a part of team in almost every league. We take a a look at what teams you can own through stocks and whether any are worth an investment. Plius, Ro
The AI the Government Just Shut Down
There’s a tentative deal for peace in the Middle East as the U.S. and Iran are set to sign an agreement this week. Jon, Matt, and Rachel talk about how long it will take for things to get back to normal if the deal holds as well as some companies that could get some much needed relief. The team then discusses Anthropic’s Fable 5 shutdown before closing with some thoughts on Fox’s $22 billion acqui
The Hidden Forces Behind Every Investment Decision
Every time you buy a stock, you tell yourself a story about why it's going to work. But what if that story is the most dangerous thing in your portfolio? And what if the same behavioral blind spots that trip up individual investors are also quietly undermining the companies you're betting on? Motley Fool analyst Rachel Warren talks with Harvard-trained behavioral scientist Julia Dhar, author of Ho
Your Roth Won’t Be Tax-Free If You Break These Rules
Tax rates are as low as they've been in decades. Yet due to ballooning government deficits and increasingly underfunded entitlements, it's reasonable to have a hedge against higher tax rates in the future. One way to protect your retirement from higher taxes is to have at least some money in Roth accounts. With the Roth, contributions aren't tax-deductible, but withdrawals are tax-free… but only i
It’s SpaceX IPO Day!
SpaceX is officially public and we explain not only why that matters, but also how it may benefit companies like Alphabet long-term. We also explore what’s wrong at Adobe, why Apple has become boring, and the stocks on our radar.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Jon Quast discuss:
- SpaceX IPO
- Who Will Sell SpaceX Stock?
- What’s Wrong At Adobe?
- Either or Neither
- Is Apple All Right
-
Digging into the bottlenecks of AI
Oracle’s earnings results made one thing abundantly clear, the spending rate for data centers and AI infrastructure isn’t slowing down any time soon. While the market didn’t respond too favorably to the announcement it was increasing its capital spending for the upcoming fiscal year, there is likely a long list of companies that will benefit. We dig into some of the bottlenecks and pinch points of
Will EV Stocks Make a Comeback in 2026?
Five years ago, electric vehicles were the talk of the market. But in the U.S., sales of electric vehicles are falling and competition is heating up. With that backdrop, Rivian has introduced the R2 and investors still think this will be a game-changer for the company. We discuss the vehicle and company’s prospects, whether autonomy will be a tailwind, and get to hidden gems on our watchlist in th
Opportunities in Europe’s “Digital Sovereignty”?
There’s no big headline to point to here, but several small data points and policy decisions all point to one thing: Europe wants to build its own digital infrastructure. That could have profound implications for the mega tech companies in the US, but it could also mean opportunities in helping Europe build out a digital infrastructure for AI and autonomy. Plus, what to make of the Shiller CAPE ra
Another Semiconductor Stock Is Headed to the S&P 500
The S&P 500 index is removing Pool Corp and Campbell Soup Company from the index and replacing them with Marvell Technology and Flex. Jon, Matt, and Rachel explain what these two new companies do as well as weigh in on whether they could be hidden gems. After this, the team dives into the mailbag with Rachel leading the discussion on Bristol-Myers Squibb and Matt providing some reflections on age-
The Invisible Layer Protecting the World's Biggest Companies
Every time you log into a corporate network, send a file, or spin up an AI agent, something has to decide what's allowed and what isn't. So what happens when the number of things asking for access goes from 50 million users to billions of AI agents — and the bad actors have frontier models helping them find the cracks? Motley Fool analyst Jason Moser talks with Zscaler CFO Kevin Rubin about zero t
How Much to Save for Your Financial Goals
It’s Month 6 of our 2026 Financial Planning Challenge! In this installment, Fools Robert Brokamp and Stephanie Marini suggest ways to prioritize and quantify your financial goals, and highlight some tools that will help you crunch the numbers.
Also in this episode:-A recent study finds that taxes can take more than a third of your investment over the long term-According to a Wall Street Journal a
IPO Season: Why Patience Is The Name of the Game
The biggest IPOs ever are coming and investors are (understandably) excited. But historically this is a time caution is needed and we discuss why these deals in particular may need some seasoning. We also discuss the advances in autonomy and where there’s opportunities to invest in businesses without speculating.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Jason Moser discuss:
- Today’s market crash
- IP
Broadcom’s Stock Whiplash
It seems like no matter the size of a company, it is possible we’ll see a double-digit percentage move in its stock on an earnings release. Today, it was Broadcom's turn to drop nearly 15% after the company reported what look like solid numbers. But when it comes to quarterly earnings, it’s all about the expectations game. Today’s move was clear that expectations are high for AI. Plus, stocks buck
Alphabet’s $80 Billion Flex
Alphabet is raising over $80 billion to help its AI buildout, assisted by Berkshire Hathaway. We discuss what that says about the ROI of AI today and how balance sheets play into the equation. Then we discuss the AI supplier hype and why Bitcoin might have a tough year ahead.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Tyler Crowe discuss:
- Alphabet’s $80 billion flex
- AI supplier whack a mole
- Bitco
Turnaround Stories and Shorting Stocks
Dollar General was a stock market darling for much of the 2010s, but fell on hard times a few years ago. Numerous value investors have been betting that “it’s not that bad”, but that turnaround strategy has taken much longer than expected. Lou, Matt, and Tyler all look at the status of the Dollar General turnaround story and what does it take to invest successfully in turnarounds. Plus, thoughts o
Nvidia’s Next Big Growth Lever?
Nvidia announced its new CPU at an event in Taipei and Jon, Rachel, and Matt talked about why potential customers may be interested in buying as well as the potential impacts to primary CPU players such as Intel and AMD. The team also talks about Berkshire Hathaway’s homebuilder acquisition before closing with a question regarding passive investing trends.
Jon Quast, Matt Frankel, and Rachel Wa
The AI Buildout Is Just Getting Started
Token consumption grew 17 times last year — not 17%, 17 times. So why are some investors still underexposed to the biggest structural shift in a generation? Motley Fool Contributing Analyst Rachel Warren talks with Jay Jacobs, US Head of Equity ETFs at BlackRock, about the firm's 2026 Thematic Outlook: why the AI infrastructure boom is still in its infancy, how thematic ETFs can give retail invest
Is Your Plan for Retirement Too Safe?
Determining when you can retire requires making several assumptions about the future. Some of the commonly recommended assumptions are very conservative, and may result in you working longer than necessary and spending less in retirement than you could. Robert Brokamp looks at some rules of thumbs that may be overly cautious.Also in this episode:-A study finds that financial mistakes can be a pred
The Conundrum of Investing in AI Today
Money continues to pour into AI companies like Anthropic, who announced a $65 billion fundraising round this week. But companies are starting to scrutinize their AI investments, which may not be paying off as hoped. Plus, we discuss some of our lessons of a lifetime investing and the stocks on our radar.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Emily Flippen discuss:
- Anthropic’s $65 billion raise
-
Snowflake Has a Hot New Product
Jon, Matt, and Travis start the episode by talking about Snowflake’s latest financial results that were catalyzed by one of its newest AI product offerings. The team then talks about the sluggish environment for refinancing mortgages as well as the publicly-traded companies that are impacted. And finally, they finish up talking about some hidden opportunities exposed by Fertitta Entertainment’s ac
The $1 Trillion Club Gets a Little More Crowded
Micron has had a turnaround for the ages, going from a free cash flow negative company to a $1 trillion valuation in a little over a year. What does it tell us about the AI buildout? Plus, we get to Eli Lilly’s incredible trial results, acquisition spree, and growth plans before ending with Zscaler’s earnings and why the stock fell 30% today.Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss:-
Has Ferrari Lost Its Mind?
Ferrari Luce has been announced and it’s getting widely criticised by for the design, which is very un-Ferrari. But maybe that’s the point for a company that sells vehicles that are more show item than utility. Plus, we discuss why the market is bullish on an Iran agreement and how AI spending may take a hit.
Travis Hoium, Matt Frankel, and Lou Whiteman discuss:
- Ferrari Luce
- The market th
Time To Diversify Internationally?
It’s a deep dive into the Hidden Gems Investing mailbag as Jon, Matt, and Rachel handle questions regarding international diversification, stocks that have lost momentum, and the changing cybersecurity landscape due to AI.
Jon Quast, Matt Frankel, and Rachel Warren discuss:
-Magnificent 7 stocks vs international diversification
-How to diversify into Japan and India
-Stocks that have lost mo
Thriving in the Age of Overwhelm
Why do so many people feel overwhelmed right now? And what can investors do about it? How can you separate market signal from media noise when headlines are designed to hijack your attention? Motley Fool Analyst Rachel Warren talks with Fred Marshall, author of Thrive: The Antidote to Future Shock, about staying calm, focused, and effective in a world changing faster than our ability to adapt.
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Give Your Family the Gift of an Estate Plan, and Ask the Same of Them
Bad news, Fools: You and everyone you know is going to eventually pass away. And before then, you or the people you love may become physically or mentally incapacitated. But despite these certainties and possibilities, most people don’t have an estate plan, and if they do, it’s often outdated. Robert Brokamp speaks with attorney Jill Mastroianni, the host of the Death Readiness podcast, about how
SpaceX IPO Nears & Retail Makes a Comeback
We learned how much money SpaceX is (or isn’t) making from rocket launches and AI in anticipation of the company’s upcoming IPO. Plus, we discuss positive retail earnings, NVIDIA’s results, and software making a comeback.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Jon Quast discuss:
- SpaceX S-1
- NVIDIA earnings
- Target and Walmart’s results
- Software’s comeback
Companies discussed: Tesla (TSLA)
The SpaceX S-1: The Good, The Bad, The Verdict
Stop the presses (or the recording, I guess)! SpaceX has filed its S-1 in anticipation of an IPO. The team digs into the details of the IPO prospectus and looks for some of the things that stand out in this monumental, possibly $2 trillion, public offering.
Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Jon Quast discuss:- Starlink’s profitability- The space launch businesses (sort of) profitability- The unbelie
Google Flexes Its AI Muscles
Google I/O revealed a lot about Google’s future in artificial intelligence. Not only did the company release a new model, updated search, and launched new AI glasses. We discuss what we learned, whether this is a real normie moment for AI, and what the impacts will be outside of Alphabet.Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss:- Google I/O- Is this AI for normies?- Downstream impacts
The Green Shoots in Home Depot’s Earnings
It may not look like much right now, but one small detail in Home Depot’s earnings report that should bode well for the beleaguered home improvement retail. We look at the company’s most recent results, whether the company’s stock looks attractive after a five year malaise, and what other companies in the housing and home improvement indsutryTyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Lou Whiteman discuss:- Ho
The AI Boom Runs Into an Unexpected Headwind
The market is buying everything AI related, but that love doesn’t extend to this year’s college graduates or the localities seeing data centers go up. We discuss the pushback to AI that many in Silicon Valley didn’t see coming. Plus, we give a peak at retail earnings and the drama in Lululemon’s board room.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss:
- AI’s unexpected local pushba
The Power of Thinking Inside the Box
Why does having too much freedom often lead to business failures? How do strict boundaries drive innovation at companies like Pixar and Apple? How can investors use "satisficing" to make better choices in an overwhelmingly complex market? Motley Fool Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross talks with David Epstein, author of Inside the Box: How Constraints Make Us Bette
Host: Andy Cross
Guest: David
A Free Social Security Analysis Tool, and the Yield on the S&P 500 Hits an All-Time Low
he age at which you file for Social Security will be one of the most important retirement-related decisions you’ll make. Robert Brokamp discusses the pros and cons of delaying with CPA and financial planner Mike Piper, the creator of Opensocialsecurity.com, a free tool that helps retirees choose the optimal age to claim benefits.
Also in this episode:-A report from Standard & Poor’s finds that on
Our Pulse On the Stock Market Today
A look back on what we learned from earnings season, what is hot (and what is not) in the market, and a debate over whether or not inflation can halt the rally.
Travis Hoium, Jason Moser, and Lou Whiteman discuss:
- What worked (and what didn’t work) this earnings season
- What’s wrong with restaurant and apparel stocks?
- Should inflation talk worry investors?
- Plus, the stocks on our r
AI Is Supplying Blowout Earnings…Again
If you’re making a list of the companies delivering better-than-expected earnings results this quarter, then add Cisco and Lumentum to the list. Spending on data centers and other AI infrastructure is leading both companies to soaring heights, and their valuations reflect Wall Street’s Optimism. Tyler, Matt, and Jon break down the most recent earnings results from these two AI equipment suppliers
The Market Just Got a Huge Warning Sign
Costs are going up for consumers and producers, which may not be a trend that stops anytime soon. We discuss what’s driving the increases and how it may eventually cause some shocks in a highly valued stock market today.
Travis Hoium, Tyler Crowe, and Lou Whiteman discuss:
- Consumer price index (CPI) surge
- Producer price index (PPI) surge
- What higher inflation means for the market
Move Over, Magnificent 7, There’s a New Stock Basket in Town
One of Wall Street’s favorite hobbies is coming up with catchy nicknames for a group of stocks. Thanks to AI, we have a new one: The “AI 11”. Tyler, Matt, and Travis break down what’s in the AI 11 basket, whether its better to invest in baskets or individual companies, the AI Bubble, the state of athletic wear, and listener questions.
Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Travis Hoium discuss:
- Who’
What Should Investors Do With the New Wave of IPOs?
Fool contributors Jon, Matt, and Rachel discuss a surprisingly good quarter for an enterprise software company before pivoting to a conversation on hot, upcoming IPOs and how investors should be thinking about managing their portfolios in light of the new exciting opportunities.
Jon Quast, Matt Frankel, and Rachel Warren discuss:
-Monday.com’s financial results for the first quarter of 2026
How to Get Rich in American History
What 300-year-old investing principles still apply today? What can Teddy Roosevelt’s cattle farm disaster teach us about modern stock picking? And could you really buy real estate on the moon? In this episode, historian, investor, and author Dr. Joseph S. Moore joins the show to discuss his new book, How to Get Rich in American History.
Host: Rich Lumulleau
Guest: Joseph Moore
Producer: Ba
Maximizing Your 401(k), and Is Retirement Bad for Your Brain?
If you’re like most working Americans, your No. 1 strategy for accumulating enough money to retire is by contributing to a defined-contribution plan such as a 401(k), 403(b), or the federal Thrift Savings Plan. Consequently, when you retire will depend largely on how well you manage your account. Robert Brokamp provides 11 tips for making the most of your employer-sponsored retirement plan.
Also
Elon Musk, Chip Giant?
Elon Musk’s EV and rocket empire may be expanding into chips if recent plans to spend up to $119 billion in new chip fab facilities become reality. We discuss the implications for the industry and Musk’s companies, plus update on SaaS stocks, and what technologies have staying power for the next decade.
Travis Hoium, Dan Caplinger, and Tim Beyers discuss:
- Musk’s chip dreams
- SaaS recover
1 Chip Stock Making Bold Plans
It takes a lot of careful thought and planning to add more semiconductor manufacturing capacity. ARM Holdings has said they’ve seen enough demand that they are getting into the manufacturing business themselves. On today’s show, we break down ARMs decision to add production capacity, how it compared to AMD’s results, Doordash’s peculiar earnings, and we dig into the mailbag.
Tyler Crowe, Matt F
Can Uber Make an “Everything” App?
Uber has been in the middle of the autonomy debate and recently added hotels to the mix, so we’re wondering if they can be the “everything” app built around transportation? First quarter results indicated they have the momentum to do it. We also get to results from Disney and Novo Nordisk, which had investors cheering today.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss:
- Uber’s Q1
Shopify Retreats, Amazon Attacks
Shopify delivered a strong earnings report, but investors were underwhelmed by guidance. We take a look at how investors should feel about the company's long-term prospects. Plus, Amazon's move into logistics caused several shipping stocks to plunge. We look at what Amazon is up to and why it is entering a new market while spending billions on data centers.
Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Lou Whi
Forget Earnings Season. It’s Takeover Season.
A bevy of acquisition chatter has the Motley Fool Hidden Gems Investing team digging down into what can make or break a deal. The team discusses GameStop’s proposal to buy eBay for $56 billion, a rumor regarding interest from Anthropic to buy Atlassian, and lessons from a great acquirer in Berkshire Hathaway.Jon Quast, Rachel Warren, and Travis Hoium discuss:-GameStop’s $100 billion market cap amb
Nvidia’s Next Big Market
Where are we in the Nvidia story today? Is there an AI bubble? What’s Nvidia’s next big market? Motley Fool Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross talks with Stephen Witt, author of The Thinking Machine: Jensen Huang, Nvidia and the World's Most Coveted Microchip.
Host: Andy Cross
Guest: Stephen Witt
Producer: Bart Shannon, Mac Greer
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How to Analyze Funds, and You May Retire Sooner Than Planned
According to the Investment Company Institute, more than 120 million individuals in the U.S. own some type of fund. After all, they may not have a choice; the most common way Americans save for retirement is through an employer plan such as a 401(k), and in most of those plans, the only investment choices are a menu of funds. Robert Brokamp and Amanda Kish discuss the factors to consider when eval
Hyperscalers Are Going Into Hyperdrive
Big tech earnings have shown that artificial intelligence has become a massive growth business for the biggest companies in the world. And it better be because they’re spending nearly $1 trillion per year on the technology, but will it pay off?
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Jon Quast discuss:
- Big tech’s AI growth
- Is the economy healthy or hanging on by a thread?
- Market predictions
-
Mag 7, Markets, and Mailbag with CEO Tom Gardner
Motley fool co-founder and CEO Tom Gardner stopped by today on the podcast. There, he and the team browke down the changing dynamics behind earnings from four of the Magnificent 7 companies, what to make of consumer sentiment at a 60 year low, and answering a guest question about the new competition for NVIDIA chips.
Tom, Tyler, and Jon discuss:
- The markets reaction to Alphabet, Microsoft, A
Earnings Season Hits Overdrive
The flood of earnings has begun and there are some surprises to investors. Spotify, Robinhood, and SoFi all dropped after results failed to impress, but these are still solid businesses. Plus, we covered Bloom Energy’s rise and whether there’s risk in energy today.Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss:- Spotify and streaming prices and ads- Robinhood and SoFi drop- Bloom Energy and
OpenAI Misses Expectations - Should Tech Investors Worry?
OpenAI reportedly missed its own growth and revenue expectations recently, and shares of Oracle and other companies with large deals with the AI giant are trading lower. In this episode, the team discuss the OpenAI news and much more.
Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Lou Whiteman discuss:
- OpenAI's disappointing growth and what it means for tech investors
- Whether OpenAI and its rivals will b
A New Chapter in AI’s Most Powerful Partnership
Jon Quast, Matt Frankel, and Rachel Warren discuss:
-Financial results from Domino’s Pizza and what it tells us about the economy
-Microsoft and OpenAI modify the terms of their partnership
-Qualcomm gets a boost from reported plans for an AI-native phone
-Mailbag: Why is the stock price not matching the business results?
Companies discussed: Domino’s Pizza (DPZ), OpenAI, Microsoft (MSFT),
Morgan Housel on History, AI, and the Future of Investing
Morgan Housel is the bestselling author of The Psychology of Money, Same As Ever, and The Art of Spending Money. At our recent Motley Fool member event, Senior Vice-President of Rule Breakers strategy Brian Richards sat down with Morgan for a conversation about how the AI boom is intersecting with human psychology and investing.
Host: Brian Richards
Guest: Morgan Housel
Producer: Bart Shann
A Guide to the Backdoor Roth IRA, and Heirs Squandering Inheritances
People look forward to retirement as a time of fewer obligations, but it can also be a time of lower taxes, especially if you have money in Roth retirement accounts. However, if you earn too much money, you can’t contribute directly to a Roth IRA. But you may still have an option. Host Robert Brokamp lays out the five steps to contributing to a backdoor Roth IRA, and highlights a landmine to avoid
The Jobs/Cook Era at Apple, Intel & AI, and Another SaaSpocalype
AI is driving the market in multiple directions in 2026 and this week’s winner was Intel, who has such high demand it’s selling chips it once thought were worthless. We discuss the dynamics and get to the Jobs/Cook run at Apple, and another SaaSpocalypse.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whitemand, and Jason Moser discuss:
- The Jobs/Cook era at Apple
- Intel & AI
- SaaSpocalype 3.0
- Value or falling k
Earnings Season Ramps Up -- And We've Seen Some Surprises
Earnings season is now in full swing, and we recently got a look at the latest results from Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) and some of the most prominent technology companies in the market. In today's episode, the team breaks down some of the key points investors need to know.Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Jon Quast discuss:
The biggest surprises from Tesla's earnings report and call.
Earnings from I
SpaceX Goes on $60 Billion AI Buying Spree
SpaceX is buying another AI company, this time it’s Cursor. The space company has transformed itself into an AI company, but does this mean it can catch up to Google, Anthropic, or OpenAI? Plus, we cover Amazon’s move into GLP-1s and Meta’s new AI use case.
Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss:
- SpaceX agrees to buy Cursor
- Amazon gets into GLP-1s
- Meta’s AI spyware
Tim Cook Steps Aside – What's Next for Apple
It wasn't a complete surprise, but Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) CEO Tim Cook is stepping aside and the company's current head of hardware, Jon Ternus, will be taking the helm in September. In this episode, the team discuss Cook's legacy, the biggest challenges and opportunities for the new leader, and more.
Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Jon Quast discuss:
- Tim Cook and his accomplishments at Apple
Are Robotaxis Coming to a City Near You?
Serial acquirer QXO has made a transformative $17 billion acquisition of TopBuild to create the second largest player in the industry. Motley Fool analysts Jason Hall and Matt Frankel break this deal down before discussing developments with Tesla’s Robotaxis and answering a listening question about selling stocks.
Jon Quast, Matt Frankel, and Jason Hall discuss:
-QXO’s $17 billion acquisitio
Ben Carlson on Why It’s Better to Avoid a Strikeout Than to Swing for a Home run
We at The Motley Fool are proponents of investing in individual stocks. But does that result in betting your financial future on too few companies? In this second of a two-part conversation, Motley Fool Senior Advisor Robert Brokamp speaks with Ben Carlson about the risks of investing in individual stocks, market valuations, balancing saving for the future vs. enjoying life today, and the career a
Ben Carlson on Why the Stock Market Is the Best Casino in the World
We at The Motley Fool believe that investing in the stock market is the best path to long-term wealth. But it isn’t always easy to stick with stocks. In this first of a two-part conversation, Motley Fool Senior Advisor Robert Brokamp speaks with Ben Carlson about what we can learn from the Great Depression and Japan, how even the worst periods for investors eventually turn out fine over the long t
The Market’s New High Is Anything but Blah
As earnings season gets underway, the S&P 500 has soared past 7,000 for the first time. Our team reflects on the market’s rapid rebound as well as dissects the important financial reports we’ve received so far. Trends in digital advertising and generative AI are discussed. And the team parses news from noise in recent press releases before ending with stocks on our radar.
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Chip Stocks and Bank Earnings Extravaganza
Motley Fool contributors Jason Hall, Jon Quast, and Matt Frankel discuss financial news that investors should know about. On today’s show, this includes recent financial results from banking giants Bank of America (NYSE:BAC) and Charles Schwab (NYSE:SCHW), and key "picks and shovels" providers in the semiconductor industry, Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE:TSM) and ASML (NASDAQ:ASML). They end the show
An Alphabet Stock Deep Dive
We dig deep into Alphabet, the tech giant that has become so much more than search. To start, we cover whether search is being disrupted and then cover the adjacent businesses like YouTube and Google Cloud that may have more power than you think. To end the show, we discuss some hidden gems in Alphabet’s portfolio that you may not realize are worth hundreds of billions of dollars.
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