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U.S. President Donald Trump speaks at the White House meeting with James S. Brady looks on in the press briefing room during a press conference about the conflict in Iran.Saul Loeb AFP | getty imagesPresident Donald Trump said on Wednesday that US military forces would remain deployed in and around Iran until Tehran fully complied with the “real deal”, warning that any violation would trigger a larger military response than anything seen before. “All U.S. ships, aircraft, and military personnel…will remain in and around Iran until full compliance with the actual agreement is achieved,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.”If for…

While the market is focused on the ongoing turmoil in Iran and the upcoming rise in oil prices, smart investors know that opportunity also exists amid the uncertainty. The recent selloff in stocks has opened the door for you to add quality stocks to your portfolio at a discount. dividend stock Not only provide a solid stream of income, but also diversification away from high-flying growth stocks. With that in mind, here are three solid dividend stocks to pick up right now if the market is in disarray. Image Source: Getty Images. This Dividend King is on Sale stanley black…

ChameleonEye / Shutterstock.comTaxes are affecting more people who sell their home, especially if the property has seen a significant increase in value. Since 1997, most home sellers have been able to exclude from capital gains taxes up to $500,000 of the profit they make on selling a primary home. But that limit has never been indexed for inflation. As a result of the appreciation of property values, a recent analysis…

WASHINGTON DC, UNITED STATES – APRIL 6: United States President Donald Trump greets James S. Trump at the White House on April 6, 2026 in Washington, DC, United States. Brady held a press conference in the press briefing room. Celal Guns | Anadolu | getty imagesUS President Donald Trump appears to have again set his sights on Greenland after expressing frustration with NATO, as the diplomatic fallout from the Iran war highlights cracks in Washington’s ties with the security alliance.one in satya social post On Wednesday evening, Trump said that “NATO wasn’t there when we needed them, and they won’t…

USA TODAY NETWORK/ReutersRising gas prices remain a top concern for Americans amid the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran announced by President Donald Trump on April 7. According to a new poll released April 7 by the Pew Research Center, 69% of Americans say they are worried about facing higher gas and fuel prices if hostilities between the US and Iran resume after the conclusion of the two-week…

As Thailand’s private wealth market becomes more sophisticated, investment advice is entering a more sought-after phase. Clients are more exposed to the global level, are more selective in assessing value, and are more sensitive to differences between advice, execution and results. In that environment, money managers are no longer competing solely on access to products or market insight. They’re also competing on clarity: clarity of the offering, clarity of the process, and clarity in how they explain what makes their service really different. At the recent Habbis Wealth Management event in Thailand, a panel chaired by Paul Gambles, Director of…

Gemini/GoogleAndroid phone users can now claim their share of a class-action settlement involving Google’s collection of their data. The lawsuit, Taylor v. Google LLC, alleged that Google unnecessarily collected cellular data purchased from mobile carriers. The company denied wrongdoing in the settlement. “We are pleased to resolve this matter, which violates standard industry practices…

Enjoy free access to the top ideas and insights selected by our editors.Do you want unlimited access to top ideas and insights? Subscribe now Attention, all excellent early-career planners and advisors! processing materialshave a financial plan Now accepting nominations For the 2026 Rising Stars awards, which recognize emerging professionals who have gone on to make contributions to their clients, the firm or the broader advisory community.The annual event highlights young professionals and career changers with less than 10 years in the industry who are making meaningful contributions through their achievements, leadership and service. The last date for submission of nominations…

USA TODAY NETWORK/ReutersA massive fire caused by arson destroyed a 1.2 million-square-foot tissue paper warehouse in California that supplies the needs of about 50 million people, officials said on April 8. The six-alarm fire in Ontario, California, broke out early in the morning at a warehouse leased by personal care and hygiene giant Kimberly-Clark. About 20 employees present in it were not injured…

Warren Buffett, founder and chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, has offered a wealth of investing advice over the years. Known for his long-term approach to stocks, sticking to fundamentals, and taking calculated but thoughtful risks, the wisdom of the so-called ‘Oracle of Omaha’ is often circulated online.In the investment world, Buffett and his longtime business partner and friend, the late Charlie MungerKnown for his no-nonsense approach to business and relatively frugal lifestyle compared to his immense wealth.Known as architects of change Berkshire Hathaway From a failing textile manufacturer to an empire. Decades of compound returns made the pair a favorite of…