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To close out the 2025 Authors in August series, we flip the script—and the mic. Chris Hill, longtime Fool and creator of Motley Fool Money (and host of Money Unplugged) returns as guest host to grill David about his forthcoming book, “Rule Breaker Investing.” David reveals his first-ever Rule Breaker stock (before he'd even coined the phrase), the inspiration for his discipline… he names names on current dark clouds investors may be able to see through, and brings Rule Breaker thinking across diverse topics, from portfolio construction to sports betting. Finally, it's Chris who leads a round of Buy, Sell, or Hold, with David! Companies Discussed: AAPL, AMZN, AXON, CMG, CRM, DDD, GPRO, ISRG, META, MRNA, MSFT, NFLX, NVDA, ODFL, PTON, SHOP, TREX, TSLA Pre-order Rule Breaker Investing here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1804091219/ Sign up for The Motley Fool's Breakfast News here: www.fool.com/breakfastnews Guest Host (first one ever): Chris Hill Guest: David Gardner Producer: Bart Shannon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[Join our community at my Substack where we continue these conversations with deeper dives into the biggest lessons from each episode, plus my regular essays and behind-the-scenes thoughts: https://bogumilbaranowski.substack.com/]John Rotonti is a portfolio manager at Bastion Fiduciary managing the Industrial and Infrastructure Strategy, former Motley Fool senior analyst and head of investor training, and author of J.Rowe's Notes newsletter who brings nine years of institutional stock-picking experience to generational wealth building.3:00 - John's transition to Bastion Fiduciary: launched Industrial & Infrastructure Strategy in January, managing client capital with generational timeframe and complete autonomy over investment decisions6:00 - Motley Fool learning: Buck Hartzell's advice shifted John from pure deep value to also considering upside scenarios - "spend time trying to figure out what could go right"9:30 - Portfolio construction mistake: launched with 32 stocks vs preferred 20-25, course-correcting by trimming to achieve better concentration14:30 - Universe discipline: whittled 300 stocks down to just 60 companies, eliminating noise and forcing focus on highest conviction ideas18:00 - Letting winners run: discusses anchoring bias and low cost basis pride, admits difficulty adding to winners despite mathematical advantage23:00 - Long-term communication strategy: 22% of client presentation focused on "what I don't do" and "who shouldn't invest" to set proper expectations28:00 - Controversial approach: didn't contact clients during February-April selloff because "volatility is the friend of the long-term investor"32:00 - Performance philosophy: refuses to benchmark against indices, focuses on generational wealth building over short-term comparisons40:00 - Uncompromising quality: maintains 60-stock universe of only highest quality businesses, describes it as "quality only" not just "quality first"45:00 - Research process: deep dive questions focus on stress-testing businesses through adversity, inspired by longevity science concepts55:00 - AI adoption: embracing finance-focused AI platforms for productivity while maintaining preference for deliberate, thoughtful research paceEPISODE NOTESPodcast Program – Disclosure StatementBlue Infinitas Capital, LLC is a registered investment adviser and the opinions expressed by the Firm's employees and podcast guests on this show are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Blue Infinitas Capital, LLC. All statements and opinions expressed are based upon information considered reliable although it should not be relied upon as such. Any statements or opinions are subject to change without notice.Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed.Information expressed does not take into account your specific situation or objectives, and is not intended as recommendations appropriate for any individual. Listeners are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

We review a top Emerging Market's Mutual Fund from Barron's Magazine.  We share three Artificial Intelligence Stocks to buy right now according to the Motley Fool.  Warren Buffet's Berkshire Hathaway has made a major new purchase; we name the stock.  We introduce you to an ETF that is half Gold and half Bitcoin, and we review the year to date returns in Gold, Bitcoin, and Ethereum.

There are some stunningly large data points pulling the market in different directions between cash on the sidelines and market valuations. These numbers can be a little paralyzing for investors without context and sifting through the signal versus the noise. Plus, space investing is having its week in the sun and wrapping up second quarter earnings. Matt Frankel, Jon Quast, and Tyler Crowe discuss: – The massive cash pile sitting on the sidelines – How they invest when broader signals say the market's overvalued. – The fast changing landscape in the space indsury – Second quarter earnings surprises from Dlocal, Circle Internet Group, and Sea Limited. Companies discussed: BAC, BA, LMT, RKLB, FLY, NOC, DLO, CRCL, SE Host: Tyler Crowe Guests: Matt Frankel, Jon Quast. Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Restaurants are starting to see a drop in traffic and pressure from higher commodity prices and labor costs. So, it's no surprise restaurant stocks are down big this year, but the size of the drop in names like Cava and Chipotle are shocking. Plus, we cover the one restaurant tech stock you need to know. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss: - Cava's big earnings drop - Why Chipotle has struggled - Restaurants as an economic warning - 1 restaurant tech stock that's still growing Companies discussed: Cava (CAVA), Chipotle (CMG), Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Rachel Warren Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Continuing our eighth annual Authors in August series, David welcomes Sam Horn, renowned communications strategist and founder and CEO of the Intrigue Agency, based in Austin, Texas. Sam gamely plays a little book roulette. She starts by detailing how to nail a sixty-second pitch, then walks us through how to handle rude people, blamers, shamers, complainers, non-stop talkers, people who refuse to cooperate, and those who ignore rules or boundaries. They also reveal the word that David is trying his best to avoid saying, and finish with a raucous round of Buy, Sell, or Hold. Sign up for The Motley Fool's Breakfast Newshere: www.fool.com/breakfastnews Pre-order David's upcoming Rule Breaker Investing bookhere: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1804091219/ Host: David Gardner Guest: Sam Horn Producer: Bart Shannon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Scott talks to Motley Fool analyst Edward Vesely about Australian (and Alaskan!) gold miner Northern Star (ASX:NSR).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Motley Fool Money, analysts Emily Flippen and Nick Sciple discuss the reemergence of “sin stocks” and whether today's market is building lasting moats for these controversial businesses or simply pulling forward returns. From billion-dollar UFC rights deals to the shifting economics of sports betting and a regulatory revival in tobacco, we're diving into what's driving profits in industries built on vice, who's executing best, and where the biggest risks lie for investors. They discuss: - TKO Group's billion-dollar UFC deal with Paramount - The growing dominance of sports betting - Changing regulatory guidance fueling tobacco's resurgence Companies discussed: TKO, PSKY, DKNG, FLUT, BTI, MO Host: Emily Flippen, Nick Sciple Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Having a stock you own getting acquired at a premium feels good at first, but what about the long-term gains that will be left behind when your chips are off the table? Today on Motley Fool Money, Rick Munarriz, with analysts Karl Thiel and Jason Hall will dig into four growth stocks ripe for the acquiring. There's also two sides to Tesla's changing AI story and a new kind of stock quote game. They unpack: - Tesla throwing in the towel on its AI supercomputer initiative. - Four potential buyout candidates after another Rule Breaker agreed to be acquired. - A CEO quote challenge. Companies discussed: TSLA, LULU, VKTX, BMRN, ROKU Host: Rick Munarriz, Karl Thiel, Jason Hall Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Martin Reeves is a business strategist, advisor, and author of several books, including Your Strategy Needs a Strategy, The Imagination Machine, and his most recent - Like: The Button That Changed the World. Motley Fool Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross, contributor Rich Lumelleau, and Martin Reeves discuss: Like button invention and implications Innovation in the digital age The role of imagination in business strategy Host: Andy Cross, Rich LumelleauProducer: Mac GreerEngineer: Adam LandfairDisclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For more than a decade, financial advisor and author Wes Moss has surveyed people near and in retirement. In Part 1 of this two-part discussion with Robert Brokamp, Wes shares the financial and non-financial metrics and habits of the happiest retirees. Also in this episode: - How the current bull market compares to those of the past - Estimates for the future returns from stocks - How to make more on your cash Tickers discussed: SGOV Host: Robert Brokamp Guest: Wes Moss Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Autonomous vehicles hit an inflection point, GPT-5 is here, and The Trade Desk drops 38%, plus the stocks on our radar. Companies discussed:.Alphabet (GOOG), Microsoft (MSFT), The Trade Desk (TTD), Hims & Hers (HIMS), Crocs (CROX), Shift4 (FOUR), Palantir (PTLR), Axon (AXON), Figma (FIG), Reddit (RDDT), Universal Display (OLED), Montrols Environmental (MEG). Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Jon Quast Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Frankel, Tyler Crowe, and Jon Quast discuss: - AppLovin's strong second quarter - Why Airbnb fell on strong earnings - Retail real estate's surprising strength - What we're watching for next week Companies discussed: APP, ABNB, SPG, SKT, O, ZG Host: Matt Frankel Guests: Tyler Crowe, Jonathan Wilder Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with AMP CEO Alexis George following the financial services company's half-year results to find out how she's feeling about the economy and how AI will impact it and its workforce, plus Scott Phillips from The Motley Fool goes through the day's sharemarket moves including his take on the issues the market operator, ASX, is facing.

With the recent bungles from the ASX, should the monopoly of the market operator be ended? MARKET WRAP: ASX200: down 0.14% to 8,831 GOLD: $3,380/oz BITCOIN: $175,813 CURRENCY UPDATE: AUD/USD: 65.3 US cents AUD/GBP: 48.8 British pence AUD/EUR: 56 Euro cents AUD/JPY: 96 Yen AUD/NZD: 1.09 NZ dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL and Disney have tied themselves more closely together with the NFL getting 10% of ESPN in exchange for the NFL Network, RedZone distribution rights, and more assets. Will it make Disney a winner in streaming? (00:21) Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss: - The NFL and Disney - Rivian's lost EV credits - Shopify's great quarter - Upstart's explosive growth Companies discussed: Disney (DIS), Netflix (NFLX), Rivian (RIVN), Tesla (TSLA), Shopify (SHOP), Upstart (UPST) Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Rachel Warren Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this inaugural episode of our eighth annual Authors in August series, David welcomes back bestselling author, Harvard professor, and Atlantic columnist Arthur Brooks. Arthur brings along counterintuitive ideas about happiness as a habit, the difference between joy and happiness, public vs. anonymous philanthropy, and how the pursuit of money can sometimes… reduce freedom?! David and Arthur also dive into what makes feedback actually helpful, and finish with a spirited round of Buy, Sell, or Hold: Happiness Edition. Sign up for The Motley Fool's Breakfast Newshere: www.fool.com/breakfastnews Pre-order David's upcoming Rule Breaker Investing bookhere: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1804091219/ Host: David Gardner Guest: Arthur Brooks Producer: Bart Shannon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Scott talks to Motley Fool analyst Darius Zarghami about Australia’s fourth-largest health insurer, NIB (ASX:NHF).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From overvalued stocks to outsized returns, some capital compounders keep breaking the mold. Today on Motley Fool Money, Emily Flippen, with analysts Sanmeet Deo and Jason Hall, dig into four market beaters and ask: can the flywheels keep spinning? They unpack: - Earnings from old-school winners Axon and MercadoLibre, including how they turned skeptics into believers with consistent execution - Results from new-school contenders Hims & Hers and Palantir, both of which face high levels of scrutiny despite strong performance - Tariff math that matters and where pricing power may blunt cost headwinds Companies discussed: MELI, AXON, HIMS, PLTR, ZBRA Host: Emily Flippen, Sanmeet Deo, Jason Hall Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd, Natasha Hall Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does a mixed bag of economic data forecast a good future for businesses that depend on consumer spending? We debate the results! Tim Beyers, Alicia Alfiere, and Tom King discuss: - Quarterly results from Etsy and Roblox. - Whether Reddit is shaping up to be a Rule Breaker. - A bit of business history as the big grocers prepare to report earnings. Tickers: Companies discussed: ETSY, RBLX, RDDT, WMT, KR Host: Tim Beyers Guests: Alicia Alfiere, Tom King Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can investors separate the signal from the noise? What's the key to achieving financial freedom? And what's the real risk investors face?Motley Fool analyst Buck Hartzell and contributor Rich Lumelleau talk with financial theorist and neurologist Bill Bernstein, author of numerous books, including The Four Pillars of Investing. The conversation covers a variety of investing topics: Advice for New Investors Misconceptions about Risk Mindset and Volatility Current Market Host: Rich Lumelleau, Buck HartzellProducer: Mac GreerEngineer: Adam LandfairDisclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fed's Inflation Conundrum & an AI Billionaire Battle RoyaleThe Fed kept rates flat this week, Apple and Amazon reported earnings, and we have the biggest names in AI battle it out for supremacy.Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Jason Moser discuss:- The Fed's decision to hold rates steady- Apple and Amazon earnings- AI billionaire battle royale- Stocks on our radarCompanies discussed: Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), Apple (AAPL), Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), Cloudflare (NET), PayPal (PYPL), Microsoft (MSFT).Host: Travis HoiumGuests: Lou Whiteman, Jason MoserEngineer: Bart Shannon, Adam LandfairAdvertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Federal Reserve holds rates steady for now, but an ever-evolving trade and tariff picture raises questions about for how long. Also, Meta Platforms and Microsoft earnings suggest no slowdown in AI spending.  Lou Whiteman, Rachel Warren, and Jon Quast discuss: - The Federal Reserve's decision to keep rates steady - A shift in smartphone production - Microsoft and Meta Platforms commit to continued elevated capex spending - Who will be the next $4 trillion company? Companies discussed:  Meta Platforms (META), Apple (AAPL), Microsoft (MSFT), Nvidia (NVDA)  Host: Rachel Warren Guests: Lou Whiteman, Jon Quast Engineer: Bart Shannon   Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Earnings from Starbucks, Visa, and Spotify's earnings give us a read on the consumer and Samsung takes a big chip order from Tesla.  (00:21) Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss: - Tesla's chip deal with Samsung - Spotify's earnings - Visa, Starbucks, and Booking earnings - Are you bull or bear? Companies discussed: Tesla (TSLA), Spotify (SPOT), Visa (V), Starbucks (SBUX), Booking (BKNG), NVIDIA (NVDA) Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Rachel Warren Engineer: Bart Shannon   Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grab the popcorn—this Mailbag goes well beyond beach talk. A listener uses Rule Breaker tactics, keeps adding as the stock climbs, and lands their first spiffy-pop. David retells the term's origin and brings back analyst Yasser El-Shimy, whose original pick sparks a rocket-themed chat. Another listener feeds Keats's “On First Looking into Chapman's Homer” to AI for a Rule-Breaker remix full of wild surmise. Those nuggets—plus the new Authors in August lineup—power this week's breezy, idea-packed summer episode. Companies mentioned: RKLB, SBUX Sign up for The Motley Fool's Breakfast Newshere: www.fool.com/breakfastnews Pre-order David's upcoming Rule Breaker Investing bookhere: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1804091219/ Host: David Gardner Guest: Yasser El-Shimy Producer: Bart Shannon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Scott talks to Motley Fool analyst Chris Copley about a company best known as a mini Berkshire Hathaway (they’re some big boots to fill!), US insurance and investment company, Markel (NYSE:MKL).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Between battered industries and overlooked opportunities, plenty of dividend-paying companies have slipped to the bottom of the earnings jar. Today, Emily Flippen, Matt Argersinger, and Ant Schiavone dig into: The shrinking ranks of “Dividend Knight” contenders Healthcare stocks with hard times but high yields What investors should prioritize in dividend-paying stocks Companies discussed: NVO, UNH, WHR, PLD, CNQ, SCHDHost: Emily Flippen, Anthony Schiavone, Matthew ArgersingerProducer: Anand ChokkaveluEngineer: Adam Landfair, Natasha HallDisclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former Chip King is cutting again in hopes of finding a path to sustainable growth. Tim Beyers and Jose Najarro discuss: - Intel's big restructuring plans.- Predictions for when Intel Foundry may finally be profitable.- The seven links of the semiconductor value chain.We also ask Jose to rank six of his favorite stocks in the sector! Companies discussed: INTC, TSM, ASML, MU, NVDA, CDNS, LRCX Host: Tim BeyersGuests: Jose NajarroProducer: Anand ChokkaveluEngineer: Adam Landfair Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Animal Spirits: Talk Your Book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael Batnick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ben Carlson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are joined by Bill Mann, Chief Investment Strategist at Motley Fool Asset Management to discuss: buy & hold investing, owning 10-bagger stocks, the Motley Fool 100, managing investor behavior and much more. Find complete show notes on our blogs... Ben Carlson's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Wealth of Common Sense⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Michael Batnick's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Irrelevant Investor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Feel free to shoot us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠animalspirits@thecompoundnews.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with any feedback, questions, recommendations, or ideas for future topics of conversation. Check out the latest in financial blogger fashion at The Compound shop: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://idontshop.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be or regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management. See our disclosures here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ritholtz Wealth Management⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So what is the role of business? Motley Fool contributor Rich Lumelleau and Motley Fool analyst Dave Meier talk with Andy Hoffman, Professor at University of Michigan's Ross School of Business and School of Sustainability. He's the author of 14 books, including his most recent, Business School and the Noble Purpose of the Market. The conversation covers a motley array of topics: Business and Sustainability Business School ESG Funds Heresy to Dogma Sectors to Watch Host: Rich Lumelleau, Dave Meir Producer: Mac Greer Engineer: Dan Boyd, Natasha Hall Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

529 plans aren't just for college anymore. Robert Brokamp speaks with Martha Kortiak Mert of Savingforcollege.com about the newly expanded uses of 529s and how to choose the right plan for you. Also in this episode: -How does your 401(k) compare to the average worker's? -Is it time to buy small-cap stocks? -What you should do with the “raise” you'll receive from the One Big Beautiful Bill Companies discussed: VTWO, IJR Host: Robert Brokamp Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meme stocks had a huge week, earnings season got into full swing with Alphabet going big on AI, and we draft our top stocks in the S&P 500 today. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Emily Flippen discuss: - Meme stock mania returns - Alphabet's $85 billion AI bet - Fantasy stock draft - 60-second earnings takes - Radar stocks Companies discussed: Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), GXO, UPS, Accenture (ACN), Truist (TFC), Tyler Technologies (TYL), Lululemon (LULU), Chipotle (CMG), Apple (AAPL), Alphabet (GOOG), GM (GM), MGM Resorts (MGM), Garmin (GRMN), Chagee Holdings (CHA), Intel (INTC). Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Emily Flippen Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FarrCast is back bringing you more of Wall Street, Washington, and The World. First up, Michael Farr talks with seasoned investor and trader, Jim Lebenthal on the virtues of optimism in investing. Dan Mahaffee shares the virtues of realism in geo-politics, and special guest Shelby McFaddin of The Motley Fool joins Michael to help put it all together for the long term investor.Listen in to The FarrCast!

Matt Frankel, Tom Gardner, Jon Quast, and Jonathan Wilder discuss: - Earnings disappointments from Tesla and Chipotle - AI-powered growth from Alphabet and ServiceNow - IBM's surprisingly strong AI business - Figma's upcoming IPO Companies discussed: TSLA, CMG, GOOGL/GOOG, IBM, NOW Host: Matt Frankel Guests: Tom Gardner, Jon Quast, Jonathan Wilder Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI Semiconductor investors are closely watching Google's parent company ALPHABET STOCK following their earnings report. This ALPHABET STOCK EARNINGS report is closely tied to the performance of AI stocks. Don't forget to do your own research before investing in the STOCK MARKET. Bullish for Nvidia NVDA Stock and Broadcom AVGO Stock.A portion of this video is sponsored by The Motley Fool. Visit https://fool.com/jose to get access to my special offer. The Motley Fool Stock Advisor returns are 872% as of 4/28/2025 and measured against the S&P 500 returns of 160% as of 4/28/2025. Past performance is not an indicator of future results. All investing involves a risk of loss. Individual investment results may vary, not all Motley Fool Stock Advisor picks have performed as well.https://fiscal.ai/jose -- 15% OFF + 2 FREE WEEKS (NO CC NEEDED) | https://fool.com/jose | https://whatthechiphappened.comI have a position on $NVDA $GOOGLDISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor.  All content provided on this channel, and my other social media channels/videos/podcasts/posts, is for entertainment purposes only and reflects my personal opinions.  Please do your own research and talk with a financial advisor before making any investing decisions.Support the show

This week, Scott talks to Motley Fool analyst Chris Copley about a simple way for Australians to get access to US technology companies, via the Betashares NASDAQ 100 ETF (ASX:NDQ).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Block joining the S&P500 and Figma pricing its IPO, investors may be wondering if they should be rising with the tide or fishing where others are not.Emily Flippen, Jason Hall, and Sanmeet Deo discuss: Whether or not it makes sense to "buy the add" when a stock is added to an index Figma's drive to enter public markets and its current valuation Contrarian investment ideas for beaten-down rule breakers Companies discussed: XYZ, FIG, ROKU, PTON, W,  ETSYHost: Emily Flippen, Jason Hall, Sanmeet DeoProducer: Anand ChokkaveluEngineer: Dan Boyd, Adam LandfairDisclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A surge in private market investment has Fools wondering: is it time to bet bigger on biotech? Tim Beyers and Karl Thiel discuss: - The rise in biotech funding from VCs and wealthy individuals. - The key attributes of an investable biotech. - Which is the better biotech: Viking Therapeutics or Eli Lilly? Companies discussed: VKTX, LLY, MRK Host: Tim Beyers and Karl Thiel Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd, Natasha Hall Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's video focuses on the upcoming earnings report for Intel and what it means for AMD stock invesotrs, key players in the PC and computer hardware markets. Investors will be watching closely to see how these reports impact the stock market, especially concerning AMD's position. A portion of this video is sponsored by The Motley Fool. Visit https://fool.com/jose to get access to my special offer. The Motley Fool Stock Advisor returns are 872% as of 4/28/2025 and measured against the S&P 500 returns of 160% as of 4/28/2025. Past performance is not an indicator of future results. All investing involves a risk of loss. Individual investment results may vary, not all Motley Fool Stock Advisor picks have performed as well.https://fiscal.ai/jose -- 15% OFF + 2 FREE WEEKS (NO CC NEEDED) | https://fool.com/jose | https://whatthechiphappened.comI have a position on $NVDA $AMDDISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor.  All content provided on this channel, and my other social media channels/videos/podcasts/posts, is for entertainment purposes only and reflects my personal opinions.  Please do your own research and talk with a financial advisor before making any investing decisions.Support the show

A set of AI use cases within the medical space. David Meier, Asit Sharma, and Roland Rott discuss: The latest on GE Healthcare, of which GE Healthcare Imaging is a piece. How AI is used to create efficiency gains, AND How AI is used to boost patient outcomes. Hosts: David Meier and Asit Sharma Guest: Roland Rott Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christine Benz is the director of personal finance at Morningstar and the author of “How to Retire: 20 lessons for a Happy, Successful, and Wealthy Retirement.” In this rebroadcast of an interview recorded last November, Benz joined Motley Fool financial planning expert Robert Brokamp to discuss: - Updated research on safe withdrawal rates in retirement - When and how to de-risk your portfolio as retirement approaches - The right age to claim Social Security - Whether retirement is healthy for most people - Benz's advice to “find your micro-joys” and “don't be afraid to be a weirdo" Host: Robert Brokamp Guests: Christine Benz Engineers: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Earnings season is here! Jason Hall and Matt Frankel discuss: - Netflix's beat and raise. - Interest rate predictions for a year from now. - Crypto week's three bills, including the GENIUS Act. And how we personally invest in cryptocurrency. - The best (and worst) big bank earnings. - How we invest with our kids. - Stocks on our radar. Stocks discussed: NFLX, Bitcoin, Ethereum, JPM, C, BAC, WFC, MELI, LOB, RKT Host: Anand Chokkavelu Guests: Jason Hall, Matt Frankel Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Trade Desk is now included in the S&P 500 but are there any actionable takeaways for investors today? Also we discuss Bitcoin's rising appeal as a corporate treasury strategy, a surging interest in trading stock options, as well as 3 stocks that our hosts believe are hidden gems going into this earnings season. (00:21) Jon Quast, Matt Frankel, and Tom Gardner discuss: - The Trade Desk inclusion in the S&P 500 - Bitcoin's all-time high amid surging institutional demand - Investors' increased appetite for zero-day options - Hidden gems on our radar Companies discussed: TTD, BTC, SMLR, MSTR, BLK, HOOD, RKT, PGR, XMTR Host: Jon Quast Guests: Matt Frankel, Tom Gardner Engineers: Dan Boyd, Adam Landfair Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Valuations are stretched, but is it a bubble. And we discuss the latest AI and energy news, ASML's earnings, and a surprising report from Johnson & Johnson. (00:21) Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss: - Is the market in a bubble? - Google's $25 billion data center and energy deals - Earnings takeaways from ASML and J&J - Bold predictions this earnings season Companies discussed: Brookfield Asset Management (BAM), Brookfield Renewable Partners (BEP), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), ASML (ASML), Palantir (PLTR), Robinhood (HOOD), Cloudflare (NET) Host: Travis Hoium Guests: Lou Whiteman, Rachel Warren Engineers: Dan Boyd, Natasha Hall   Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get excited…today is the first day of earnings season! (00:21) Anand Chokkavelu, Emily Flippen, Jason Hall, and Jose Najarro discuss: - Inflation ticks up - NVIDIA and semiconductors get a China bump - The big banks kick off earnings season (and tell us about the economy) - Is “Crypto Week” a thing? - Bold predictions on which company will surprise this earnings season Companies discussed: NVDA, AMD, JPM, WFC, C, Bitcoin, ETSY, CFLT, WBD Host: Anand Chokkavelu Guests: Emily Flippen, Jason Hall, Jose Najarro Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite inflation concerns and tariff uncertainty, restaurants are busier than ever. Can it continue? Tim Beyers and Rick Munarriz discuss: - Surprisingly good data from the Restaurant Performance Index. - The metrics that matter when investing in the restaurant sector. - And a Fool's duel over the future of Toast! Tickers: Companies discussed: CMG, CAVA, TOST, SG, WING Host: Tim Beyers Guests: Rick Munarriz Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A view from the intersection of AI and creators. Rich Lumelleau and Data Scientist Hilary Mason discuss: - How her company Hidden Door uses generative AI to turn any work of fiction into an online social roleplaying game. - Whether Napster is a fair comparison. - What the future of storytelling could look like. Host: Rich Lumelleau Guests: Hilary Mason Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Motley Fool co-founder and CEO Tom Gardner shares some investing insights on the current market, investments to avoid, and a motley array of investing topics: - Investments to Avoid - Motley Fool Approach to Investing - Market Valuations - Paying for Investment Advice - Two Big Questions To watch Tom's message to all members, check out fool.com/message. Host: Mac Greer Guest: Tom Gardner Engineers: Dan Boyd, Austin Morgan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking at the company and stock behind the summer shopping event. (00:21) Anand Chokkavelu, Jason Hall, and Matt Frankel discuss: - The Aug.1 tariffs - This year's four-day Prime Day (and whether Amazon stock is a deal) - Elon Musk's political party and Tesla - Bold predictions Companies discussed: AMZN, TSLA Host: Anand Chokkavelu Guests: Jason Hall, Matt Frankel Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For once, the big tech giants are not driving the market's returns. (00:21) Motley Fool Senior Analyst, Anthony Schiavone, and Motley Fool Asset Management's Chief Investment Strategist, Bill Mann, join Ricky Mulvey to discuss: - American equity markets reaching all-time highs. - The surprising performance of dollar stores. - What the passage of The Big Beautiful Bill means for EV makers and the federal deficit. - Ricky's goodbye to Motley Fool Money. Then, (19:11) Motley Fool Canada's Jim Gillies joins Ricky to discuss speculation in the market and to shine a light on five stocks to keep an eye on. (35:26) Bill and Anthony discuss two radar stocks, Alphabet and Target. Companies discussed: MSFT, META, TSLA, DG, MEDP, LULU, SMPL, ATGE, KTB, TGT, GOOG, GOOGL Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Bill Mann, Anthony Schiavone, Jim Gillies Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices