The Trade Desk is now included in the S&P 500 but are there any actionable takeaways for investors today? Also we discuss Bitcoin's rising appeal as a corporate treasury strategy, a surging interest in trading stock options, as well as 3 stocks that our hosts believe are hidden gems going into this earnings season. (00:21) Jon Quast, Matt Frankel, and Tom Gardner discuss: - The Trade Desk inclusion in the S&P 500 - Bitcoin's all-time high amid surging institutional demand - Investors' increased appetite for zero-day options - Hidden gems on our radar Companies discussed: TTD, BTC, SMLR, MSTR, BLK, HOOD, RKT, PGR, XMTR Host: Jon Quast Guests: Matt Frankel, Tom Gardner Engineers: Dan Boyd, Adam Landfair Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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