Market Analysis

The markets are constantly in flux, which means that picking the right stocks is like hitting a bull’s-eye on a moving target. InvestorPlace’s savviest financial analysts and editors tackle the important, sector-wide issues, analyzing how top-level trends trickle down through individual stocks, so that you can make smart decisions with your money.

Caution! Junk Debt Risks Remain Very Real.

Junk debt still poses serious risks, and the credit event could still be coming. Here's what investors need to know.

2024 Market Forecast: 3 Key Trends in the Healthcare Industry

Some of the future's hottest healthcare trends are just emerging, making the healthcare sector forecast for 2024 important to consider.

A Year in Stocks: What Worked and What Didn’t in 2023

As volatile and unpredictable 2023 comes to a close, here are some lessons investors should take away after a year in stocks.

Best of 2023: Now More Than Ever, the Trend Is Your Friend

With the New Year less than a week away, realigning your investment mindset with success as the goal is imperative.

My Predictions for 2024

I’ll share my predictions for 2024. Then, I tell you where to find fundamentally superior stocks as we head into the new year.

Tech Sector Update: 3 Innovations Driving the Market in 2024

The tech sector is set to maintain momentum, but companies will need to prove product viability and commercialization before all else.

Why Utilities Could Be the Best-Performing Sector of 2024

Utilities haven't performed especially well lately, but they could be some of the top performers in 2024. Here's why.

2024 Market Predictions: 2 Trends Destined to Crash, One Set to Soar

Trends come and go on Wall Street, so two of this years hottest growth opportunities may fall flat next year.

Materials Sector Overview: 3 Factors Influencing Market Dynamics in 2024

The Materials sector has reached an inflection point with influencing market dynamics indicating a bullish trend might emerge next year.

Real Estate Market 2024: 3 Crucial Trends Emerging

The U.S. real estate market outlook appears to show struggles from elevated interest rates, but that doesn't mean opportunities don't exist.

REITs Are on Fire Lately. What Comes Next?

REITs have been hot the past few months. Let's take a closer look at the potential risks and rewards of these investment vehicles.

The Winners and Losers: 2023 Stock Market Performance Review

The 2023 stock market saw steep declines followed by rapid upswings, but we're ending the year on a high note (even if some stocks aren't).

Mortgage Rates Are Falling; Here Comes The Housing Boom

We expect that a plunge in mortgage rates over the next one to two years will create a huge housing market boom.

2023 Stock Market Rollercoaster: Hits, Misses, and Lessons Learned

With another year about to enter the books, it’s time to consider a broad stock market review. Sure, as various positive-thinking gurus may assert, you’ve…

3 Market Highs and Lows of 2023

In today’s Market 360, let’s talk about the best and worst of the market this year. I’ll also give you a glimpse at what I expect in the New Year. Hint: Investors should be pretty excited.

Best of 2023: What to Note in the AI Megatrend

In this four-part series, we’re going to look forward to 2024 by looking back on 2023.

Stock Market Crash Concerns Linger Amid Quiet Trading Week

This holiday week is looking relatively muted, but risks still remain in the broader market. Here's why investors should stay cautious.

Weekly Upgrades and Downgrades

During these busy times, it pays to stay on top of the latest profit opportunities. And today's blog post should be a great place to start.

Housing Market Crash Alert: Should Investors Worry About Declining Home Prices?

The U.S. economy looks resilient, but what will happen with home prices? Some worry about a market crash, but things might not be that grim.