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JANUARY 16, 2025

I'll look at how the market has performed both after a good and bad start in January, whether that could indeed be a predictor of future returns, and what investors may want to consider doing right now. And when it has been a strong start to the year, the average full-year return for the S&P 500 has been 12.1%, versus just 2.9%

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JANUARY 23, 2025

As these pricing pressures ease, consumers will likely return to their normal spending patterns. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. The Stock Advisor service has more than quadrupled the return of S&P 500 since 2002*. That will undoubtedly benefit PepsiCo.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

Matching the returns of the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) index can build serious wealth in the long run. This ETF mirrors the returns of the NASDAQ 100 market index, which is a fairly volatile stock list with a heavy weighting of names from the tech sector. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that approach.

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JANUARY 12, 2025

Despite sizable gains for top chip stocks in 2024, here are two that still trade at reasonable valuations that could support attractive returns in 2025, and potentially for years to come. Moreover, TSMC has a long history of generating high returns on capital, so when it raises capital spending, it signals more profitable growth ahead.

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JANUARY 9, 2025

The top 10 holdings in the Vanguard ETF -- many of which are considered leaders in various segments of the AI boom -- delivered an average return of 49.8% Vanguard says the average expense ratio of comparable funds in the industry is substantially higher at 0.95%, which can detract from investors' returns in the long run.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

In the table below, I've broken down Nvidia's total return over the last five, 10, 15, and 20 years. Metric 5 Years 10 Years 15 Years 20 Years Nvidia total stock return 2,130% 28,650% 32,990% 82,830% Data source: YCharts. However, returns of this magnitude are quite uncommon.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

That additional income stream will significantly enhance its investment returns, making acquisitions even more accretive. High income and high return potential Realty Income currently trades at an attractive value. That sets me up to earn double-digit total annual returns from here without any valuation increase.

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DECEMBER 14, 2024

The benchmark S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) has returned nearly 27% so far in 2024, notching 57 record highs in the process. Morgan analysts recently compared the average forward return from record highs in the S&P 500 versus the average forward return from non-record highs. The index most recently peaked at 6,090 on Dec.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

It might not be able to replicate its impressive returns during the next 10 years, but you can still earn some great profits from holding Nvidia stock in your portfolio for the long haul. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005.

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DECEMBER 16, 2024

However, it's only part of the return. That can have some impact on its returns. However, it also benefited from not having a position in Moderna and being overweight Oracle , which positively affected its returns in the period. Overall, the fund has delivered a solid total return, with 24.3% The returns have added up.

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JANUARY 15, 2025

The group remained a dominant force in 2024, delivering an average return of 60.1% This ETF can help investors generate market-beating returns The Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF has delivered a compound annual return of 13.3% However, the ETF has delivered an accelerated return of 19.4% trillion, representing 33.6%

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JANUARY 11, 2025

That's evident in its capital return program. During the third quarter, Chevron returned a record $7.7 billion), as the company used its strong balance sheet to return more money to shareholders. billion), as the company used its strong balance sheet to return more money to shareholders. billion in dividends.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

Is Verizon's stock likely to continue producing lackluster returns for investors in the future, or can this be a good contrarian pick to add to your portfolio today? During the past seven years, the best return the stock achieved was a 9.2% The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years.

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JANUARY 13, 2025

The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. The Stock Advisor service has more than quadrupled the return of S&P 500 since 2002*. See the 10 stocks *Stock Advisor returns as of January 13, 2025 Beth McKenna has positions in Nvidia. Consider when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005.

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JANUARY 22, 2025

year to date compared to just a 2% return for the S&P 500 at the time of this writing. Rebounding off a down year In 2024, the energy sector produced a total return (including dividends) of 5.7% total return for the energy sector compared to a 26.3% total return for the S&P 500. Image source: Getty Images.

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JANUARY 20, 2025

As a result, most pay out very generous distributions, which are similar to dividends, but much of the payout is considered a return of capital. The company has averaged a 12% annual return on its growth capex, which paves the way for strong EBITDA increases in the coming years. billion to $4 billion in 2024.

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DECEMBER 13, 2024

Over the last century, the S&P 500 has delivered a roughly 10% return year over year. VOO Total Return Level data by YCharts This fund tracks the S&P 500, which is arguably the most widely cited stock market index in the world. The return generated by this fund will very closely track the returns generated by the S&P 500.

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JANUARY 7, 2025

Here are the returns of each Magnificent Seven stock in 2024: Start Your Mornings Smarter! Despite these market-beating returns, I see one Magnificent Seven stock as the superior opportunity. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005.

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DECEMBER 15, 2024

The strategy will produce after-tax returns better than about 98% of actively managed mutual funds over the long run. That dynamic helps explain why the average investment with a professional fund manager might produce returns roughly in line with the market average. In fact, the less work you do, the better the strategy works.

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DECEMBER 18, 2024

Many investors appear to be reading this as a potentially bullish sign that Walgreens stock could net them a big return depending on how much Sycamore may agree to pay for the business. Even if Sycamore does end up acquiring Walgreens, the price it pays will ultimately dictate the type of return investors get for the stock.

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DECEMBER 31, 2024

The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. The Stock Advisor service has more than quadrupled the return of S&P 500 since 2002*. Consider when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005. if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, youd have $839,670 !*

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DECEMBER 12, 2024

Because the Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF only contains the growth stocks within the index, this fund has the potential to earn above-average returns while still remaining a relatively safe and stable investment compared to other growth ETFs. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years.

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JANUARY 3, 2025

The odds of another 800% return in the next 24 months are very slim, perhaps nonexistent, but Nvidia could still generate better returns than the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) over the next five years. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Trevor Jennewine has positions in Nvidia.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. The Stock Advisor service has more than quadrupled the return of S&P 500 since 2002*. See the 10 stocks *Stock Advisor returns as of January 13, 2025 Jeremy Bowman has no position in any of the stocks mentioned.

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DECEMBER 15, 2024

If history is a guide, you definitely shouldn't expect three years in a row of 24%-plus returns. The stock market ran out of steam after two years of impressive returns in 1954 and 1955. On the other hand, the S&P 500 could decline or provide a mediocre return in the new year. However, this run was an outlier.

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DECEMBER 14, 2024

VPU total return level, data by YCharts. With too much diversification, you'll often find stocks accounting for minuscule percentages of the portfolio, and so even if they are great investments and generate impressive returns, they may not have much of an impact on the overall ETF. Consider when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

They are reliable, financially strong, and prove their worth by returning cash to investors. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. The Stock Advisor service has more than quadrupled the return of S&P 500 since 2002*. Consider when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005.

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JANUARY 22, 2025

In December, ExxonMobil updated its corporate plan, including new cost savings targets, earnings and cash-flow expectations, capital return program goals, and more through 2030. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005.

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DECEMBER 19, 2024

The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. The Stock Advisor service has more than quadrupled the return of S&P 500 since 2002*. See the 10 stocks *Stock Advisor returns as of December 16, 2024 Travis Hoium has no position in any of the stocks mentioned.

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JANUARY 23, 2025

The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. The Stock Advisor service has more than quadrupled the return of S&P 500 since 2002*. Learn more *Stock Advisor returns as of January 21, 2025 Rich Smith has no position in any of the stocks mentioned.

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DECEMBER 14, 2024

The S&P 500 rose 16% or better in five of the past six years, which isn't typical The index has been doing well for several years, far better than normal -- its long-term average annual return is around 10%. Year Return 2024 26.9%* 2023 24.23% 2022 (19.44%) 2021 26.89% 2020 16.26% 2019 28.88% Data source: YCharts.

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JANUARY 5, 2025

And certain Wall Street experts see huge returns on the horizon for Nvidia and Tesla shareholders: Equity analyst Beth Kindig believes Nvidia could be a $10 trillion company by 2030. If that happens, Nvidia stock will return 19% annually over the next six years. trillion by 2040, and $7 trillion by 2050.

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DECEMBER 14, 2024

The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. The Stock Advisor service has more than quadrupled the return of S&P 500 since 2002*. See the 10 stocks *Stock Advisor returns as of December 9, 2024 Parkev Tatevosian, CFA has no position in any of the stocks mentioned.

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JANUARY 23, 2025

The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. The Stock Advisor service has more than quadrupled the return of S&P 500 since 2002*. Learn more *Stock Advisor returns as of January 21, 2025 American Express is an advertising partner of Motley Fool Money.

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DECEMBER 14, 2024

Spurred on by this improving backdrop, the S&P 500 is on track to deliver its second consecutive year of returns greater than 20%. For context, the average bull market delivers returns of 180%, on average, so the data suggests the rally has room to run. Interest rate cuts, courtesy of the Federal Reserve Bank. The undisputed U.S.

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DECEMBER 14, 2024

But given how hot the stock market has been this year, some stocks have produced life-changing returns in much shorter time frames. Investors who want to buy the stock today should tread carefully as its future returns could be limited. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years.

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DECEMBER 14, 2024

and the company's CFO stated in the earnings call it would drop to the "low 70s" for a time before returning to the "mid 70s" later in the year. On a more macro level, the question still looms over the industry of whether the return on investment is really worth it. If this spending dries up, Nvidia's bottom line will suffer.

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