Jason Moser, an investment analyst, and Robert Brokamp, a finance contributor, delve into the ongoing battle over U.S. Steel and TikTok's uncertain future. They discuss the intense interest in U.S. Steel from firms like Nippon Steel and the role of CEO personalities in investment decisions. Moser analyzes the implications of a potential TikTok sale amid national security concerns, while Brokamp answers listener questions on finding flat-fee financial advisors and managing underperforming stocks. Insightful and engaging, they illuminate the intersecting worlds of steel and social media.

Anthony Schiavone, an expert in investment strategies, shares insights on distinguishing meaningful signals from the noise in today’s fast-paced market. He emphasizes the importance of identifying tangible value amidst the chaos of attention-driven trends. Meanwhile, Robert Brokamp, a retirement planning specialist, discusses building a reliable income cushion for a comfortable retirement. He offers practical strategies for asset allocation, focusing on balancing investments to weather financial fluctuations.

Join Jason Moser, a seasoned analyst who tracks market trends, and Emily Flippen, an expert in company earnings, as they explore the emotional rollercoaster of stock and love this Valentine's Day. They dissect The Trade Desk's 30% dip post-earnings and Roku's streaming prowess, while Robert Brokamp shares strategies for couples to tackle money discussions. With playful love letters to stocks like AAON and Zoetis, they blend romance with financial savvy, ensuring you and your partner are financially in sync for years to come.

In this discussion, Jason Moser, an investment analyst at The Motley Fool, dives into JetBlue's operational struggles and their new 'JetForward plan' to regain profitability. He contrasts JetBlue's challenges with those faced by larger airlines like Delta and United. Robert 'Bro' Brokamp, a financial planning expert, shares crucial insights on understanding home insurance amid rising natural disasters, stressing the importance of knowing coverage details and the impact of home maintenance on claims.

David Meier, a cybersecurity expert, dives into Okta's impressive earnings and the challenges of multi-factor authentication amidst growing security concerns. He also reflects on Salesforce's leadership and vision. Meanwhile, retirement planning guru Robert Brokamp addresses the fears of outliving savings, highlighting personalized strategies for financial stability and the significance of life expectancy in retirement planning. Both guests offer valuable insights into navigating the evolving landscape of technology and finance.

Nick Sciple, an investment analyst at Motley Fool, shares insights on WWE's monumental debut on Netflix, including the $5 billion rights deal and its potential to reshape audience engagement. He discusses the '100% margin' opportunities for WWE and why TKO Group Holdings has captured his investment interest. Robert Brokamp emphasizes essential portfolio strategies for 2025, focusing on cash management and asset rebalancing to weather market changes. Tune in for a blend of wrestling and investing acumen!

It's the perfect time to review your financial plan for investing in 2023. (0:21) Andy Cross discusses: - His optimism after the worst year for investors since 2008 - The potential for 2023 to be "a stock picker's market" - Why financials and healthcare are two of the industries he's watching for opportunities (10:15) Robert Brokamp weighs in on whether all investors should more seriously consider bonds, why retirees might be able to increase their safe withdrawal rates, and the biggest asset younger investors have this year.  Looking for more investing ideas? Go to www.fool.com/report to get your free copy of our "5 Stocks Under $49" report. Host: Chris Hill Guests: Andy Cross, Robert Brokamp Engineer: Rick Engdahl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robert Brokamp, financial expert, joins the show to talk about retirement planning. Topics include 401(k) contributions, individual stock vs. index fund investing, annuities and bonds, the future of social security, and the importance of starting to spend more money before retirement.

Jim Gillies and Robert Brokamp discuss small-cap stocks, Costco's healthcare offering, and the forgotten aspect of Costco's valuation. Kirsten Guerra and Jason Moser talk about the benefits of using ETFs for diversification in investment portfolios and the difference between ETFs and mutual funds.

Jason Moser and Robert Brokamp discuss Starbucks entering the energy drink market and Apple's future headset plans. They also cover Carnival Cruise Line's earnings and retirement planning strategies, emphasizing the importance of safe assets and guaranteed income options in portfolios.