Mastercard’s stock is up 11,000% since its IPO 20 years ago. What comes next?

Mastercard is in an elite club. Among S&P 500 components, only Nvidia and Apple shares have performed better over the two-decade span since the card company’s IPO.
I’m selling my $1 million home. Will my agent really charge less than a 6% commission?

“I haven’t bought or sold property since the National Association of Realtors ruling that decoupled buyer’s and seller’s agent commissions.”
‘There is zero transparency’: My friend’s sister controls their mother’s estate. How can we stop her from stealing?

“The sister claims she does not have to explain herself to anyone.”
These underdogs are a big reason S&P 500 profit growth is the fastest in nearly 5 years

Ever since Big Tech went all in on artificial intelligence more than three years ago, seven companies have done the heavy lifting for overall S&P 500 earnings growth. But more recently, the other 493 names in the index have started to pull their weight.
I’m 67. Our family trust earns $300,000 annually for my kids. How do I ensure they won’t get killed on taxes?

“My thought is to distribute all of the income to my children each year so that the trust itself pays little to no tax.”
Oil prices tumble as deal to end Iran war appears close, though Trump says there’s no rush

The U.S. appears close to reaching an agreement that would end the war with Iran and reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz, according to reports Sunday, sending oil prices sharply lower.
Is the stock market closed on Memorial Day? Does the post office deliver mail?

The holiday weekend will affect the stock and bond market. Here’s what you need to know.
‘My husband is leery of my plan’: We are both 60 and have $5 million. Is now a good time to dip into our savings?

“We have been scrimping for a long time.”
More car buyers are shifting to EVs — but the reasons why are nuanced
Trade in data from Edmunds shows more car buyers are choosing EVs, as fuel prices spike. But other factors might be holding back demand.
Stocks are riding an earnings hot streak — but investors are facing a summer that’s rife with risks

The U.S. stock market has arrived at the unofficial start to summer with major benchmarks sitting at record highs. But a few factors could make for a bumpy ride in the months ahead.



