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.

Hidden Layoffs: The Sneaky Reason Companies Are Mandating Return to Office

The question of whether return-to-work mandates have led to hidden layoffs is an interesting one to explore.

Recession Warning Signs are Flashing

“Recession” is back in the headlines … what we can learn from looking at the yield curve … history says “watch out” … a laundry…

3 Signs the (New and Used) Car Market Is Heading for a Crash

Concerns of an auto market crash are building as investors look to other sectors for growth amid rising interest rates and inflation.

The Technicals Say It’s Time to Buy This Stock Dip

Yesterday, some major technical signals emerged, suggesting that stocks have hit a bottom – and that it's time to start buying this stock dip.

Fake News Alert: Treasuries Aren’t Dead. Here’s How You Can Save Them.

Ignore the mainstream media that is saying Treasuries are dead. There's a secret ingredient missing to bring them back to life.

Quant Ratings Updated on 74 Stocks

There’s no denying that the third quarter was a tough one for Wall Street. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ slipped more than 3% and the Dow dipped more than 2%.

This Megatrend Is “Made In America”

You don’t have to look far for the next big thing.

Micro-Cap Stocks Prove We’re Not in a New Bull Market

The mainstream media is saying we are in a new bull market, but micro-cap stocks show the obvious. Investors, be warned.

Golden Handcuffs: Why Many Americans Are Prisoners in Their Own Home

The idea that homeowners may be wearing golden handcuffs isn't new, but it's probably more true now with the state of the housing market.

Back By Popular Demand: Prometheus AI

In the financial markets, data is nearly infinite. That provides tons of fuel to create robust AI tools that help maximize stock gains.

The Impact of Rising Interest Rates on the Stock Market: 3 Things Investors Need to Know

The link between interest rates and the stock market follows a general pattern but is not as direct as many investors would like to think

Housing Market Crash 2024: Did Warren Buffett Read the Signals Wrong?

Warren Buffett is buying homebuilders despite warnings signs indicating a housing market crash is on the horizon.

5 Reasons Higher Interest Rates WON’T Crash Stocks

The supposed unavoidable link between interest rates and the stock market has been proven by recent and more distant history. 

Can the S&P Surge 20%?

Today’s market price far outpaces earnings growth … will the consumer roll over in 2024 or prop up earnings growth? … analyzing bull/bear arguments ……

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.

AI’s Meteoric Rise Is a Trillion-Dollar Opportunity in the Making

ChatGPT's swift ascent made clear that the AI Revolution has arrived. And it’s offering a magnitude of wealth-creation potential.

The Important News From the PCE… And The Retailer That Is Benefitting

In today’s Market 360, let’s review the big numbers from yesterday’s PCE report. Then, we’ll take a closer look at a company that is benefiting from inflation right now – and whether that makes this stock a good buy.

Luke Lango Just Sold an AI Darling

The rise and fall of Sun Microsystems … Nvidia’s absurd valuation … some popular AI stocks are looking wobbly … a powerful tool to improve…

Amazon Invests Billions in AI – and Could Become a Major Play in the AI Race

Amazon just made its potentially biggest investment in artificial intelligence yet. So, in today’s Market 360, let’s dive into the details of the company’s multi-billion-dollar deal. Then, I’ll share where I prefer to invest right now while the AI race rolls on.