Moneywise and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue through links in the content below.
For millions of Americans, the weekly grocery trip has become an exercise in sticker shock.
Beef prices have climbed sharply in recent years, forcing many families to swap steaks for cheaper cuts, or abandon beef altogether. Now Rep. Thomas Massie, R-KY., says one of the bills he's spent the most time championing could help bring those prices back down.
"Groceries are too high!" Massie wrote on X (1) on Aug. 4, responding to right-wing commentator Matt Walsh. "The bill I've spent the most effort on since I've been in office is the PRIME Act… to lower beef & pork prices while giving farmers more opportunity."
Jeff Bezos backs a platform that lets anyone invest in rental homes for as little as $100 — 6 ways to build wealth like a landlord without actually being one

#spent #thomas #groceries

While concern continues to rise about the cost of groceries, another major issue is quietly cropping up in your neighborhood: local grocery stores closing.
During its June 2025 earnings call, Kroger announced that it would shutter 60 locations over the next 18 months, citing underperformance. The closures also affect other brands under the company umbrella, including Fred Meyer, Fry's Food and Drug, Harris Teeter, Foods Co, Food 4 Less, King Soopers, Mariano's, Pick 'n Save, and QFC.
Many consumers struggling with higher food costs have turned to discount grocery stores for relief, but those are also winking out of sight in some areas. Aldi is another chain closing stores in 2026, with locations shuttering in Minnesota, Illinois, Texas, and Wisconsin. While the chain has plans to expand up to 3,200 locations by 2028, it needs to cut underperforming stores to reach that goal.
Grocery Outlet also falls into the discount category -- and it's also closing stores. The chain announced in March 2026 that it would shutter 36 locations. CEO Jason Potter said that the chain stretched itself too thin with a rapid expansion plan. 24 locations included in the closure are on the east coast, translating into less discount grocery options for many consumers in need of them.
Now, another grocery has announced new closures, some affecting locations that have been open for decades.

#stores #chain #less #many

comedian and content creator Damon Darling sparked an uproar with fans online after reportedly getting banned from Walmart. Apparently, he was banned after buying people groceries.
According to him, it is the second time he's been asked to leave the store, causing fans to rally behind him. damondarlingtv broke the news of his recent run-in at Walmart on TikTok on August 7, 2026.
The video had drawn 2.6 million views as of publication. The video also made its way to X and other social media platforms.
His video featured an interaction between him and a Walmart employee about entrance to the store. When Darling sought to understand the reason, he explained that he was merely buying groceries.
When he argued that both the local police and the store manager permitted him to be there, the employee disputed the claims and said it wasn't true. Darling did not feature a clip of him and the cops, but did share a brief snippet of him and the alleged store manager.

#fans #banned #groceries

Three in four Uber riders have never ordered groceries through the app, representing a massive untapped customer base within a $1 trillion addressable market.
Uber's advertising business surpassed a $2 billion annual run rate, growing over 50% year-over-year, with margins far higher than its delivery operations.
Act now: the ***** yst who called NVIDIA in 2010 just named his top 10 AI stocks — and Uber didn't make the cut. Grab the names FREE today.
Artificial intelligence has become the lens through which investors view almost every technology company. Businesses are increasingly judged by whether they win or lose the AI race, even when other growth engines continue to accelerate underneath the surface. Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER) has become one of the latest examples.
The stock has recently swung on headlines surrounding autonomous vehicles and its partnership with Waymo, yet those headlines obscure a quieter story unfolding inside the company. For long-term investors, this overlooked business could prove far more valuable than the market currently appreciates.

#business #company #NVIDIA

All the fears that worried the market in the past are percolating. Inflationary concerns are rising, with oil prices near a six-week high, more tariffs, and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East unlikely to go away anytime soon. The Federal Reserve is likely to nudge rates higher -- not lower -- the next time it meets. Suddenly, everything that is borrowed is about to be something blue.
It's against this unsettling climate, with consumer confidence hitting a new low before rebounding this summer, that investors might want to consider investing in Costco (NASDAQ: COST). Yes, Costco.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
The country's top warehouse club operator may not seem much of a growth stock. It's also certainly not cheap by most measuring sticks. However, if reality catches up to today's buoyant market later this month, you're probably going to learn the real reason why Costco is worth its market premium.
Costco stock is trading for 47 times trailing earnings, a big markup to both the market average and the retailer's own growth. Its revenue multiple may initially seem low at 1.4, but in the low-margin world of groceries and other consumer staples retail, it's a princely premium. If you're an income investor, the stock's 0.6% dividend yield isn't going to ring a dinner bell, even though Costco does reward shareholders with substantially larger special dividends every few years.

#market #signal #Consumer #years

More than two-thirds of working Americans think that they won't have enough money to retire comfortably, according to a new study by wealth management firm Schroders (1). And more than half of retirees aren't sure how long their savings will last (2).
These worries come at a time when wages are lagging while inflation races ahead, making everyday necessities like gas and groceries more expensive (3). This makes it harder for working Americans to save up for retirement — and puts retirees living on a fixed income in a tricky spot.
Jeff Bezos backs a platform that lets anyone invest in rental homes for as little as $100 — 6 ways to build wealth like a landlord without actually being one
Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — here's what it is and 3 simple steps to fix it ASAP
Millionaires under 43 hold only 25% of their wealth in stocks. Here's where their money is actually going

#money #like

The Supreme Court agreed Monday to hear an appeal from an Alaskan bush pilot whose plane was seized by authorities after they discovered it was bound for a remote, dry village with beer on board.
The appeal from the 82-year-old pilot, Kenneth Jouppi, could have national implications if the 6-3 conservative court limits the ability of state and local governments to rely on ******* et forfeiture. Jouppi claims that the taking of his $95,000 Cessna for what amounted to a six-pack of beer violated the 8th Amendment's bar on excessive fines.
The Supreme Court is likely to hear oral arguments in the case later this year or early next — and hand down a decision by next summer.
"The Excessive Fines Clause of the Constitution was built for cases like this," said Sam Gedge, a senior attorney at the Institute for Justice, which is representing the pilot. "As government agencies increasingly exploit fines and forfeitures to pad their budgets, it's vital that the Supreme Court make clear that the Excessive Fines Clause is a meaningful check on government overreach."
Jouppi says that the Budweiser and Bud Light found on his plane, which was packaged with other groceries, belonged to a passenger. He said that most of it was out of sight, but state police said one six-pack was in plain view inside a grocery bag. One trooper claimed that Jouppi would "have to be blind" not to have seen at least some of the alcohol and that "pilots with that bad of eyesight just don't fly."

More than two-thirds of working Americans think that they won't have enough money to retire comfortably, according to a new study by wealth management firm Schroders (1). And more than half of retirees aren't sure how long their savings will last (2).
These worries come at a time when wages are lagging while inflation races ahead, making everyday necessities like gas and groceries more expensive (3). This makes it harder for working Americans to save up for retirement — and puts retirees living on a fixed income in a tricky spot.
Jeff Bezos backs a platform that lets anyone invest in rental homes for as little as $100 — 6 ways to build wealth like a landlord without actually being one
Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — here's what it is and 3 simple steps to fix it ASAP
Millionaires under 43 hold only 25% of their wealth in stocks. Here's where their money is actually going

With the price of everyday essentials like gas and groceries rising, Americans will take a little respite from just about anywhere they can get it.
Recently, Dave Ramsey offered up an unexpected way to save on car insurance on his radio show (1) that involves taking on more risk. In response to a listener's question about whether to lower or increase their car insurance deductible, he suggested raising it in order to pocket the savings they'd earn on their monthly premium.
Jeff Bezos backs a platform that lets anyone invest in rental homes for as little as $100 — 6 ways to build wealth like a landlord without actually being one
Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — here's what it is and 3 simple steps to fix it ASAP
Millionaires under 43 hold only 25% of their wealth in stocks. Here's where their money is actually going

Even a family with ties to one of America's biggest tech companies says it can no longer make the numbers work.
Faced with rising costs for groceries, gas, insurance and housing, a Seattle-area family is selling its home and downsizing as inflation continues to strain household budgets.
"The last year has definitely been an absolute tightening up of what we're spending on," Liesl Gatcheco told The Seattle Times in an article by business reporter Jessica Fu published Tuesday.
"It's very stressful," Gatcheco said. "I feel like I've been living emotionally in survival mode."
Liz Peek: Democrats' Affordability Scam Collapses In States They Actually Run

High grocery prices are creating downstream financial troubles for more Americans.
More than a quarter of US working-age adults who used credit cards to cover grocery costs last year struggled to repay their bills in full later on, either making only the minimum payment or missing that threshold entirely, new research from the Urban Institute has found.
And nearly 1 in 10 relied on "buy now, pay later" loans last year, with a third failing to make their payment, according to a survey of over 7,500 adults ages 18 to 64 conducted in December. Additionally, almost 1 in 20 turned to cash from a payday loan for food.
"Families might be having trouble affording groceries with the resources that they originally intended to purchase groceries with," Kassandra Martinchek, lead author of the report and senior research ***** ociate at the Urban Institute, told Yahoo Finance. "They're relying on credit or cash from payday loans or drawing down savings that they weren't intending to use for groceries."
Grocery prices have risen 2.7% in the past year, according to government data, and are up nearly 32% from pre-pandemic levels.

Walmart (NASDAQ: WMT) has quietly become one of the market's strongest large-cap performers over the past few years, rewarding investors who had long underestimated it. Lately, though, the run has cooled. Yet even after slipping from a 52-week high near $135 to about $114 as of this writing, the stock still fetches about 40 times earnings -- a growth stock multiple for a retailer that rings up most of its sales on low-margin groceries.
That gap is the whole question for anyone buying today. Can a company this enormous grow into a price like that over the next five years? The answer sits in a surprisingly small corner of the business.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
On the surface, Walmart's results read like a big, dependable retailer's. In its fiscal first quarter of 2027 (the period ended April 30, 2026), total revenue rose 7.3% to $177.8 billion. Comparable sales in the U.S., excluding fuel, grew 4.1% -- healthy, but a notch below the 4.5% it posted a year earlier. Growth like that doesn't explain such a premium.
The explanation sits beneath the top line. Walmart's fastest-growing businesses happen to be its highest-margin, and they are finally big enough to matter. In the U.S., its Walmart Connect ad platform grew 44%, part of a broad jump in higher-margin advertising across the company. Membership fee income climbed 17.4% globally. And e-commerce sales rose 26%, now about 23% of net sales.

SOUTHPORT, England (AP) — Joe Dean of England delivered the goods Monday morning at Royal Birkdale by winning the inaugural “Last Chance Qualifier” with a 2-under 68 to become the last man into the field for the British Open.
Dean was clinging to a one-shot lead when he hit into a pot bunker on the 18th hole and splashed out to 3 feet. The massive grandstands on both sides of the green were about two-thirds full, and they offered applause for the winning putt that Dean would love to hear on the weekend.
At least the 32-year-old Dean, who once delivered groceries to pay the bills, now has a chance.
He finished one shot ahead of Andrew Wilson. Aldrich Potgieter, who made bogey on the final hole to finish two shots behind, remains the first alternate.
The R&A created this final qualifier to give 12 players a last chance to make the field, and to give the spectators at Royal Birkdale something more to watch than players chipping and putting during a long practice round.

With prices rising, budgets tightening, and increased job security fears, Americans have become cautious about where they buy their groceries.
The Food Industry ****** ociation's (FMI) June Grocery Shopper Snapshot surveyed 1,516 consumers to gather their actual insights. Some key results include:
By a margin of 2 to 1, Americans say they are worse off, as opposed to better off, than they were one year ago with respect to their household finances.
Only 26% of shoppers say they are living comfortably and can save money.
Macroeconomic issues are weighing on shoppers as concerns about inflation (71% very or extremely) and the overall U.S. economy (66%) reached new highs.

Weight-loss medications have surged in popularity over the last few years, with more than two million people in the UK now using them.
But while drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro have helped people reduce their weight, they also seem to be reshaping some users' spending habits.
Mounjaro and Wegovy - the UK's most popular weight-loss medications - work by mimicking a natural hormone, GLP-1, which regulates hunger, and those who use them say they find their appetite is reduced.
In June, market research company Worldpanel by Numerator published a study looking at how this affects grocery spending among UK users. The research was based on survey responses and observed purchase data from more than 11,000 households in February.
A key finding was that households with at least one GLP-1 user spent on average £418 less on groceries in the year after they began their medication, compared with non-users.

Despite rising inflation, Walmart announced sweeping price cuts on thousands of everyday essentials. The retail giant said you'll see savings in groceries, including backyard cook-out items like ground beef, corn, ice cream and soda. It's also lowering prices for household essentials, outdoor living items, toys and apparel.

Generating $7,200 in annual grocery income requires $206,000 at a 3.5% yield, $120,000 at 6%, or $72,000 at 10%, and each tier trades growth for yield.
A frozen 10.7% yield loses real purchasing power as groceries inflate 3% annually, while NEE's dividend grew 33% since 2023 to outpace rising prices.
Hold REITs and BDCs inside an IRA to shield ordinary income distributions from taxes, and compare 10-year total returns alongside current yield before choosing a tier.
Are you ahead, or behind on retirement? SmartAsset's free tool can match you with a financial advisor in minutes to help you answer that today. Each advisor has been carefully vetted, and must act in your best interests. Don't waste another minute; learn more here.
A retired couple's grocery bill is one of the most inflation-sensitive lines in the household budget because it has to be paid every week, not once a year. The USDA's moderate-cost food plan puts a two-person older household's grocery cost in the neighborhood of $7,000 to more than $8,000 a year, depending on age and **** . Food is still getting more expensive, too: the BLS reported that the food index rose 3.1% over the 12 months ending in May 2026.

A $185,000 portfolio invested in Treasurys at a blended 4% yield generates $617 monthly, enough to cover groceries, utilities, and phone bills.
A T-bill ladder using 13-week, 26-week, and 52-week bills yields between 3.79% and 3.99% while staggering maturities to deliver consistent monthly cash flow.
The strategy excludes rent, healthcare, and insurance, and its income shrinks if rates fall, having already dropped 0.75 points over the past year.
Are you ahead, or behind on retirement? SmartAsset's free tool can match you with a financial advisor in minutes to help you answer that today. Each advisor has been carefully vetted, and must act in your best interests. Don't waste another minute; learn more here.
A $185,000 portfolio sounds like it should do a lot of work. At current safe yields, it does one specific job well: it covers the three recurring bills that appear in every household budget each month. Those bills are groceries, utilities, and the phone bill, with nothing fancier included.

Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) was among the stocks Jim Cramer commented on as he advised investors on how to take advantage of Wednesday's market rotation. Cramer highlighted the stock's recent decline. He remarked:
Alright, here's one: how about Walmart? Did you see that? At one point, it was down 5%. Closed down 3.9% today. Do you know that's in the red for the year? The thesis here is that oil's come down and gasoline will follow, so consumers will no longer need to shop at Walmart to save money. I think that's nonsense. I know sometimes it's hard to pay 37 times Walmart's earnings, but this one's now fallen 26 points from its high. That feels excessive to me. How about you? Hey, by the way, the decline in TJX is really excessive.
Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) operates retail stores, warehouse clubs, and online platforms that sell groceries, everyday essentials, home goods, apparel, electronics, and more. Cramer discussed the company during the May 27 episode, as he commented:
Now, let's talk about the retailers that were, I don't know, let's call them more or less okay, Walmart and Target. I hesitate to call these quarters bad, but they clearly, you know, the market didn't like them. Wall Street took a look at Walmart's numbers and decided to sell the stock hard. It tumbled 7.2% in response last Thursday… I don't think it's so bad, but I think, let's put it this way, I think the declines were excessive. Walmart matched expectations for U.S. same-store sales, up 4.1%. Eked out a small revenue beat. Delivered inline earnings, which were up 8% year over year.
Walmart also declined to raise its full-year forecast, which sat below Wall Street's estimates. Management argued that even reiterating their previous forecast should be seen as a positive, given the impact of higher fuel prices. But they also talked about the new pressure on the consumer. We don't want to hear that. And that's how we ended up with a negative reaction to the quarter. Doesn't help that Walmart's pretty expensive relative to its growth rate. In the long run, though, look, I think Walmart's fine. I see the pullback [as a] rare buying opportunity.

Throughout the history of the Rams, they have littered their rosters with incredible all-time talents, regardless of which city the team called home.
Recently, Sports Illustrated released a ranking of the five best athletes from every state in the U.S., and two franchise legends and Pro Football Hall of Famers made the exclusive list.
Los Angeles Rams and NFL legend Merlin Olsen was ranked as the No. 1 athlete from the state of Utah. Olsen, a native of Logan, Utah, lived one of the most incredible lives ever witnessed by a player. An athlete who transcended sports, Olsen earned All-American honors at Utah State before embarking on a 15-year NFL career with the Rams, earning 14 Pro Bowl selections and eight All-Pro nods.
Olsen was a member of the famed "Fearsome Foursome" and is one of a select few who are members of the College Football Hall of Fame, Pro Football Hall of Fame, and NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team. Outside of playing, Olsen was a football announcer, actor, businessman, and humanitarian.
St. Louis Rams Super Bowl-winning quarterback Kurt Warner has one of the greatest underdog stories of all-time, going from bagging groceries and playing arena football to winning MVP and Super Bowl MVP honors. Warner was ranked as Iowa's third-best athlete of all time, sitting behind legendary Olympic gold medal-winning wrestler Dan Gable and MLB legend Bob Feller.

Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) is one of the top trending US stocks to buy now. Reuters reported on June 22 that Uber Technologies' (NYSE:UBER) board was sued on Monday by shareholders accusing directors and management of letting the company cut corners on compliance, resulting in thousands of lawsuits from victims of harassment and ****** ual ****** ault. The complaint was filed in San Francisco federal court, with shareholders led by a Detroit pension fund saying that board members ignored repeated internal and external warnings ⁠regarding the company's alleged failure to address ****** ual abuse by drivers.
In another development, Reuters reported on June 11 that Lyft has joined Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) in suing New York City to block a new law that, according to them, would force them to keep bad drivers who threaten passenger and public safety on their platforms. Lyft's lawsuit was filed in Manhattan federal court late Wednesday, 24 hours after Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) sued the city. The two companies are challenging Local Law 52 of 2026, which generally prevents large ride-sharing companies from swiftly dismissing drivers absent a "just cause" or "bona fide ⁠economic reason". The law would take effect on July 28.
Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) operates as a technology platform that offers ride services and merchant delivery service providers for food, groceries, meal preparation, and other delivery services. The company's operations are divided into Delivery, Mobility, and Freight. It is pioneering the introduction of autonomous vehicles to move people and goods more reliably, efficiently, and affordably.
While we acknowledge the potential of UBER as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
READ NEXT: 15 Stocks That Will Make You Rich in 10 Years AND 12 Best Stocks That Will Always Grow.

Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) is one of the best trending AI stocks to watch in 2026. Reuters reported on June 22 that Amazon.com's (NASDAQ:AMZN) Prime Day, starting on Tuesday, would serve as a "litmus test" to gauge the spending power of U.S. shoppers. The sales event, going live earlier than usual, is centered around household basics, back-to-school needs, and perishable groceries, instead of "carefree splurges".
William Stern, CEO at U.S.-based small business lender Cardiff, was of the opinion that people do not have the money right now, and so Prime Day is not going to be about "buying big TVs or fun stuff this year. It's for buying toilet paper and garbage bags on sale. Families are literally waiting for these discounts just to buy regular everyday things because their bank accounts are empty." Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) has thus highlighted deals on household goods, groceries, travel, and school items, and fresh food and essentials, which are becoming a significant part of the Prime members' baskets.
Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) provides its customers with a range of products and services. It offers advanced tools for AR and VR developers through its Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform.
While we acknowledge the potential of AMZN as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
READ NEXT: 15 Stocks That Will Make You Rich in 10 Years AND 12 Best Stocks That Will Always Grow.

Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) is one of the safe stocks for beginners to buy in 2026. Reuters reported on June 25 that Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) will invest an additional $13 billion in India by 2030, aimed at expanding its AI and cloud infrastructure. The initiative was announced in addition to the company's planned $35 billion funding, which was announced last year, taking its investment in the country to $48 billion through 2030. Reuters further stated that the announcement came after a meeting between Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) CEO Andy Jassy and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, held in New Delhi on Thursday.
In another development, Reuters reported on June 22 that Amazon.com's (NASDAQ:AMZN) Prime Day, starting on Tuesday, would serve as a "litmus test" to gauge the spending power of U.S. shoppers. The sales event, going live earlier than usual, is centered around household basics, back-to-school needs, and perishable groceries, instead of "carefree splurges". Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) has thus highlighted deals on household goods, groceries, travel, and school items, and fresh food and essentials, which are becoming a significant part of the Prime members' baskets.
Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) provides its customers with a range of products and services. It offers advanced tools for AR and VR developers through its Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform.
While we acknowledge the potential of AMZN as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
READ NEXT: 15 Stocks That Will Make You Rich in 10 Years AND 12 Best Stocks That Will Always Grow.

Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) is one of the safe stocks for beginners to buy in 2026. Reuters reported on June 22 that Lime, backed by Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER), is seeking a valuation of up to $1.66 billion in its U.S. IPO as it looks to capitalize ‌on improving investor appetite for new listings. It further reported that a rebound has been observed in the IPO market, which was caused by the volatility due to the Iran war, and many hopeful issuers are pushing ahead "with their plans to go public as strong equity markets and blockbuster IPOs shore up investor demand". Reuters added that some selling shareholders are looking to sell about 6.96 million shares in total, which are priced between $24 and $26 apiece, aiming to raise up to $181.9 million.
In a separate development, Reuters reported on June 8 that Uber Technologies, Inc.'s (NYSE:UBER) users can sign up for a chance to ride in the first robotaxis in London as soon as the go-ahead is achieved from regulatory authorities for the launch, which is expected to arrive in the coming months. It further reported that the robotaxis will employ AI technology from the British startup Wayve and will drive themselves around the city's streets. However, they will initially have trained operators behind the wheel to monitor the system.
Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) operates as a technology platform that offers ride services and merchant delivery service providers for food, groceries, meal preparation, and other delivery services. The company's operations are divided into Delivery, Mobility, and Freight. It is pioneering the introduction of autonomous vehicles to move people and goods more reliably, efficiently, and affordably.
While we acknowledge the potential of UBER as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
READ NEXT: 15 Stocks That Will Make You Rich in 10 Years AND 12 Best Stocks That Will Always Grow.

Sen. Bill Cassidy appeared to question President Donald Trump's view of Congress, saying in an interview that he is not sure Trump grasps that Congress "is a separate body, separate from the presidency."
"Sometimes he acts as if Congress is merely an appendage, and, frankly, sometimes Congress acts like it's an appendage," the Louisiana Republican said in a pre-taped interview with CBS' "Face the Nation" that aired Sunday.
The latest criticism in a public clash between the two leaders, Cassidy also told host Margaret Brennan that he would be focused on affordability, including the cost of health care and groceries, if he were president.
"If I were president, I would be focused on those people that they have, my people, our people, us at the kitchen table. How do you make their life better? And that's what I think the president should be focused on," Cassidy said.
The relationship between Cassidy and Trump has been rocky for some time. Cassidy was one of only a handful of Republican leaders who voted to convict Trump for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.

Eli Lilly (LLY) and EZ Corp. (EZPW) lead stocks to watch near buy points this week as investors seek shelter in defensive growth names. Fortinet (FTNT), Iron Mountain (IRM) and JB Hunt (JBHT) round out the list.
Eli Lilly stock raced through a buy zone Friday. Iron Mountain stock flirted with a buy area. Fortinet stock, JBHT stock and EZPW stock eye trendline or technical entries.
The relative strength lines of all top five stocks near buy points are making new highs or near highs. The strong RS lines, which track performance vs. the S&P 500, are especially bullish given the overall uncertain stock market.
Investors rotated into more defensive areas of the market, such as healthcare, financials, real estate investment trusts (REITs) and consumer staples. The defensive rotation came as worries about costly AI investments and persistent inflation hit top technology stocks.
Defensively oriented stocks offer relative stability in good times and bad times. People need things like medicines and groceries no matter which way the economy goes.

Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) is one of the top trending US stocks to buy now. Reuters reported on June 22 that Uber Technologies' (NYSE:UBER) board was sued on Monday by shareholders accusing directors and management of letting the company cut corners on compliance, resulting in thousands of lawsuits from victims of harassment and **** ual **** ault. The complaint was filed in San Francisco federal court, with shareholders led by a Detroit pension fund saying that board members ignored repeated internal and external warnings ⁠regarding the company's alleged failure to address **** ual abuse by drivers.
In another development, Reuters reported on June 11 that Lyft has joined Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) in suing New York City to block a new law that, according to them, would force them to keep bad drivers who threaten passenger and public safety on their platforms. Lyft's lawsuit was filed in Manhattan federal court late Wednesday, 24 hours after Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) sued the city. The two companies are challenging Local Law 52 of 2026, which generally prevents large ride-sharing companies from swiftly dismissing drivers absent a "just cause" or "bona fide ⁠economic reason". The law would take effect on July 28.
Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) operates as a technology platform that offers ride services and merchant delivery service providers for food, groceries, meal preparation, and other delivery services. The company's operations are divided into Delivery, Mobility, and Freight. It is pioneering the introduction of autonomous vehicles to move people and goods more reliably, efficiently, and affordably.
While we acknowledge the potential of UBER as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
READ NEXT: 15 Stocks That Will Make You Rich in 10 Years AND 12 Best Stocks That Will Always Grow.

Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) is one of the safe stocks for beginners to buy in 2026. Reuters reported on June 25 that Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) will invest an additional $13 billion in India by 2030, aimed at expanding its AI and cloud infrastructure. The initiative was announced in addition to the company's planned $35 billion funding, which was announced last year, taking its investment in the country to $48 billion through 2030. Reuters further stated that the announcement came after a meeting between Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) CEO Andy Jassy and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, held in New Delhi on Thursday.
In another development, Reuters reported on June 22 that Amazon.com's (NASDAQ:AMZN) Prime Day, starting on Tuesday, would serve as a "litmus test" to gauge the spending power of U.S. shoppers. The sales event, going live earlier than usual, is centered around household basics, back-to-school needs, and perishable groceries, instead of "carefree splurges". Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) has thus highlighted deals on household goods, groceries, travel, and school items, and fresh food and essentials, which are becoming a significant part of the Prime members' baskets.
Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) provides its customers with a range of products and services. It offers advanced tools for AR and VR developers through its Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform.
While we acknowledge the potential of AMZN as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
READ NEXT: 15 Stocks That Will Make You Rich in 10 Years AND 12 Best Stocks That Will Always Grow.

Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) is one of the best e-commerce stocks to buy as global sales hit records. The company's online retail story is no longer limited to U.S. pickup and delivery, as Walmart is now pushing its marketplace ***** ortment across borders. On June 11, Walmart opened Walmart.com to customers in Mexico, giving them access to hundreds of thousands of eligible items across categories including apparel, home, electronics, and more. The company said that duties, taxes, and fees are shown at checkout and that it plans to expand international shipping to additional markets in the future.
Walmart is also leaning into faster fulfillment as a core e-commerce advantage. On May 28, the company said 30-minute-or-less delivery was available across 33 U.S. markets, covering more than 100,000 eligible items, including groceries, pharmacy products, household supplies, pet food, electronics, and prescriptions. In the first quarter of fiscal 2027, Walmart said global eCommerce grew 26%, Walmart U.S. eCommerce grew 26%, and Walmart International eCommerce grew 27%. Store-fulfilled delivery has more than doubled over the past two years, with more than 36% of those U.S. orders delivered in under three hours during the quarter.
Pixabay/Public Domain
Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) is a tech-powered omnichannel retailer serving customers through stores, clubs, e-commerce websites, and mobile apps.
While we acknowledge the potential of WMT as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said that he thinks the Democratic Party "has lost its focus on working people."
Mamdani, during a June 1 interview with MS NOW's Eugene Daniels, said that people want to know what will be done about rent, housing, gas and groceries, noting, "We have to have answers to that. And that's what we're trying to show."
"Do you think the leadership of the Democratic Party understands that?" Daniels asked.
Mamdani Shrugs Off Democratic Party Concerns Over His 'Abolish Ice' Push
"I think that the party as a whole has lost its focus on working people. And I'm hopeful that we start to develop that," Mamdani said.