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BARRON’S MAGAZINE – DECEMBER 15, 2025

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘The Race Is On’ – Kevin Hassett may be the next Federal Reserve Chair. Some former colleagues are worried about his independence.

Kevin Hassett Says He Would Be Independent at the Fed. Some Who Know Him Worry.

Barron’s spoke with former colleagues of the leading candidate to replace Chair Jerome Powell.

How the Stock Market’s Rally Can Keep Going in 2026—and What to Buy Now

The economy is looking resilient and there are bargains below the AI surface. Where to invest in the new year.

Amazon and 9 More Stocks to Buy for 2026

Our 2025 picks trounced the market. Amazon and Visa are among our choices for next year.

3 Ways to Lower Your 2025 Tax Bill Before It’s Too Late

Time is running out to take advantage of tax breaks before year end. Here are some moves to make.

Put Some Eggs in This Stock’s Basket. It’s Time to Buy.

The company is producing record profits, with shares poised to appreciate by almost 20%.

The U.S. Economy Looks Stable for 2026—and You’ll Feel Better About It, Too

Economists expect GDP to benefit from numerous tailwinds, including lower interest rates, AI spending, and hefty tax refunds.

How Quantum Computing Could Put IBM Back on Top Again

Big Blue has been working on the next-gen technology for decades, and now has major breakthroughs in its sights. We get a look behind the scenes.

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE – DECEMBER 8, 2025

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘Wall Street’s New Rich’ – Private-market upstarts are taking over from legacy banks. The names to watch – and the dangers to watch our for.

The New Private-Equity Billionaires Who Are Taking Over Wall Street

Private-market institutions are taking over from old-line legacy banks. The names to watch—and the dangers to watch out for.

Netflix Is Paying a Fortune for the Warner Deal—and Taking on Debt

Wall Street isn’t hiding how worried it is about the acquisition. The stock is taking a hit.

Nasdaq Lists Some Tiny IPOs That Go Up in Flames. Regulators Are Cracking Down.

Since 2023, there have been over 230 offerings below $15 million apiece on Nasdaq, compared with 33 on the New York Stock Exchange.

Retirees, It’s Time for Your Year-End Portfolio Review. Here’s What to Do.

A good year for stocks—and big gains in tech—may be making your portfolio too risky. How to get it in shape for 2026.

Productivity Is About to Slump—and AI Won’t Come to the Rescue

The history of technological innovation suggests it will take longer to reap the benefits of artificial intelligence than its champions realize. That spells problems for the economy.

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE – DECEMBER 1, 2025

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘Roblox Grow Up’ – Kids are swarming to play games on Roblox. Investors are missing out.

Roblox Isn’t Playing Games. Why the Stock Could Jump 50%.

The videogame platform is looking more and more like the next YouTube. Investors are missing the opportunity.

Higher Earners Are Losing a Tax Break on Retirement Savings. There’s a Silver Lining.

Older workers making catch-up contributions to 401(k)s may lose a tax break next year. Here’s how to maximize your tax savings.

Dominion Energy Is a Utility Play With AI Upside. It’s a Buy.

The stock is cheap after years of negative returns, providing a buying opportunity.

AI Is Remaking Shopping. These Companies Are the Leaders.

From Shopify to Walmart, brands and retailers are laying the groundwork for agentic e-commerce. Why “discoverability” is an issue.

New Ways to Minimize Taxes on Your Investments—and Why It’s Especially Important Now

In an elevated market, investors need to embrace new strategies to lower taxes on portfolios.

Tax Rules Are Changing. What to Do Before Year End.

Your guide to changes that are part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which passed in July.

Google Stock Has Been the Clear AI Winner—and the Gains Could Keep Coming

The company’s shares have gained 70% since Barron’s recommended them in December. They’re worth holding despite the jump.

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE – NOVEMBER 24, 2025

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘Brighter Days For Europe’ – European markets are rising as spending surges and profits grow. Panelists pick 12 stocks that could shine.

LVMH and 11 More Stocks to Ride Europe’s Revival

The continent is back on investors’ maps. Our international roundtable experts sized up the winners.

Strategy Stock Is Scary. Its Preferred Might Be Worth a Look.

Shares of the “crypto treasury” company have lost more than half their value over the past year. The income plays could be worth a look.

Retirees, Don’t Get Carried Away by Nvidia. Do This Instead.

Retirees have less wiggle room to weather volatility than younger investors, and it’s important to make sure your portfolio can withstand the stock market bumps.

This Drugmaker Is Too Cheap to Ignore. Why Bristol Is a Buy.

Bristol Myers Squibb trades at seven times earnings, with multiple growth drivers.

Bond Markets Have Europe’s Biggest Economies in a Bind. Why It’s a Warning for Trump.

The U.K. government has been struggling to plug a fiscal hole, shying away from both tax hikes and spending cuts.

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE – NOVEMBER 17, 2025

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘Beyond Buffett’ – Berkshire Hathaway’s legendary CEO is about to step down. The company will do better than you might think.

Berkshire Without Buffett: What’s Next for the Company and the Stock

As the legendary investor prepares to step down as CEO, here’s what his designated successor, Greg Abel, should do to bring Berkshire into the 21st century.

Seniors: Act Now to Squeeze the Most From a Big New Tax Break

Republicans’ new tax law includes a $6,000 deduction for seniors. Here’s how to qualify.

AI Data Centers Need More Power Right Now. These Companies Can Deliver It.

A new group of players in the AI power race are posting huge stocks gains. Their futures look bright.

Concierge Medicine Is Booming. Should You Join the VIP Club?

The membership clubs charge annual fees for access to doctors, extra testing, and perks like an Oura ring. Are they worth the cost?

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE – NOVEMBER 10, 2025

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features China’s Stocks Are Flying as Beijing Doubles Down on Tech. Why the Economy Is Still Struggling.

China’s Stocks Are Flying as Beijing Doubles Down on Tech. Why the Economy Is Still Struggling.

China’s commitment to innovation poses a long-term threat to U.S. companies. What it needs now is for its citizens to spend more.

Inside Corning’s Bold Bid to Revive the U.S. Solar Industry

The company is opening a massive plant in Michigan to make a critical component of solar panels. It’s going toe to toe with China.

Trump’s Power Looks to Be Slipping. What a New Political Era Might Bring.

A difficult week for the administration is a sign of bigger changes to come. They could take markets by surprise.

Nvidia, Meta, Alphabet, and SharkNinja? This Manager Thinks All Four Are Winners.

Sonu Kalra has built a stellar record as manager of the Fidelity Blue Chip Growth fund. He calls ChatGPT’s 2022 launch AI’s “iPhone moment.”

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE – NOVEMBER 3, 2025

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘Boeing Is Back’ – After six years of serial crises, the plane maker is poised to prosper.

Boeing’s Road to Redemption—and a Higher Stock Price

CEO Kelly Ortberg has made the company investible again. Why shares could climb more than 25%.

Bank of America Has a Game Plan to Catch Up to Its Peers. It’s Time to Buy the Stock.

“The forgotten Goliath” of the big banks is serious about shedding its reputation as an underachiever. CEO Brian Moynihan’s future may depend on it.

China Talks Put Markets At Ease, for Now

A U.S.-China summit in South Korea did just enough, even if it didn’t fix everything that has kept the two sides at odds.

Looking to Diversify Out of the AI Trade? Buy Boston Scientific Stock.

The AI rally has many investors wondering where to turn in anticipation of its end. The medical-device maker is one solid option.

Is Your Doctor in Your Medicare Plan? Now’s the Time to Find Out.

Far fewer doctors accept Medicare Advantage than traditional Medicare. If you want to change plans for 2026, now is the time.

Affluent Retirees Are Spending More Because of Rising Markets

People born before 1965 hold nearly two-thirds of the wealth in the U.S., and stock gains are making them wealthier.

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE – OCTOBER 27, 2025

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘The Biggest Activist’ – The U.S. is aggressively buying stakes in companies. How far will it go?

The U.S. Is Taking Stakes in Companies. This New Activism Is Here to Stay.

The U.S. is pushing the bounds of its legal authority to take ownership stakes in a growing number of companies.

24-Hour Stock Trading Is Coming—and Wall Street Isn’t Ready

Extended trading could change everything from staffing models to market volatility. What happens when a bank collapses at 1 a.m.?

Stocks Could Climb Through 2026, According to Our Latest Survey of Money Managers

The bulls are back, our Big Money poll shows. They see profit growth, lower interest rates, and AI driving the market higher. A strong vote for gold.

Progressive Stock Got Hit After Earnings. It’s Time to Buy One of America’s Great Companies.

Concerns about growth have weighed on shares, but they now look like a bargain.

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE – OCTOBER 20, 2025

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘Constellation Energy Has the Power That AI Needs. The CEO Is Making the Most of It.’

Constellation Energy Has the Power That AI Needs. The CEO Is Making the Most of It.

The company is about to become the world’s largest producer of electricity. Joe Dominguez tells us what to expect.

Colgate Stock Is an Antidote to AI-Dominated Markets. Why It’s Worth Buying Now.

The household-goods sector giant has fallen over the past year, but its moment could be coming.

Banks’ Strong Earnings Leave Investors Digging Deeper for Trouble Spots

Earnings from the country’s biggest banks show a booming Wall Street and a solid consumer. But a warning from Jamie Dimon took center stage.

The Rental Boom Is Remaking the Furniture Market. Here Are the Winners.

For many young adults priced out of the housing market, long-term rentals have become the new starter home. That’s a challenge and an opportunity for the home-furnishings industry.