Software stocks stage ‘mini’ bull market. Some traders see more gains

As semiconductor shares dragged down the Nasdaq-100 for a second day, quietly, software stocks appear to have found their groove.

Crude oil is going the long way around the world as countries scramble to plug Hormuz supply hole May 19, 2026
The near-standstill at the Strait of Hormuz has forced countries to get much-needed energy products via routes that were relatively quiet only a few months ago.
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5 money moves that made this 32-year-old dad a millionaire in just 9 years May 19, 2026
A low starting salary, global pandemic, unaffordable housing market, graduate school and two kids didn’t stop Blake Edwards and his wife from becoming millionaires by their early 30s.
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‘How much money do you make?’ Since you can’t ask your date that, ask this instead. May 19, 2026
Intentionally discussing aspirations and values can help daters determine if they’re financially compatible
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Buy now, pay maybe? This new crypto card brings ‘the casino to the checkout line’ May 19, 2026
Financial products have been increasingly adding gamelike features that create competition or instant gratification to keep users hooked.
Genna Contino
Oil shocks have historically triggered major market selloffs. Deutsche Bank says the Iran war is missing 3 key ingredients. May 19, 2026
The red flags warning of a bigger pullback for stocks and other assets that are perceived to be riskier have not yet appeared, Deutsche Bank analysts said.
Nora Redmond
I’m selling my $1 million Maui home. Will my agent charge me less than a 6% commission? May 19, 2026
“Legislation introduced in 2024 was designed to finally upend the traditional 6% real-estate commission model.”
Quentin Fottrell
Retirees are worried about the cost of healthcare — and who can blame them? May 19, 2026
The increase in Medicare Part B premiums has sparked concerns about out-of-pocket healthcare costs.
Alicia H. Munnell
Insurance brokers are getting big commissions to keep retirees in Medicare Advantage plans May 19, 2026
Medicare Advantage brokers raked in $10 billion a year in commissions — but how many people are they helping?
Jessica Hall
‘I know end-of-life stuff can be expensive:’ How much money should I expect to spend on care for my senior bulldog? May 19, 2026
“I have pet insurance. Is that enough?”
Aditi Shrikant
CoreWeave’s stock falls as new Google cloud venture may signal more competition ahead May 19, 2026
A joint venture between Google and Blackstone isn’t “immediately problematic” for CoreWeave, but rather a sign that the market could get more crowded, according to a Bernstein analyst.
Emily Bary