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.

Is This the Most Lucrative Way to Play AI?

Biotech is all over the 52-week high leaderboard … why we’re poised for even larger gains … the confluence of AI and healthcare … the…

Will a New Fed-Induced Bull Market Emerge?

Credit Suisse is the latest bank to be rolling over … encouraging news from this morning’s PPI report … don’t count on a bull market…

SVB 101: Here’s What You Need to Know

The headlines this week have been alarming, to say the least. But here's our advice in a nutshell… don't panic.

Disinflation Is Gaining Momentum: Why a Rally Is Next

With disinflation gaining speed and a recession still unlikely, a stock market rally over the next year is looking more likely by the day.

3 Reasons the Fed Should Pause Its Rate Hike Cycle Before It’s Too Late

The Fed Rate Hikes have done far more damage to the economy than Jerome Powell and his board of governors realize.

The Fed Escapes a Close Call

CPI comes in as expected … what will the Fed do next week? … the market is suddenly betting big on a much lower terminal…

What Went Wrong at Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) & What’s Next?

What broke Silicon Valley Bank could break bigger banks if the Fed keeps hiking. But we’re confident the central bank will heed that warning.

What Went Wrong at Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) & What’s Next?

What broke Silicon Valley Bank could break bigger banks if the Fed keeps hiking. But we’re confident the central bank will heed that warning.

Silicon Valley Bank Collapses – Here’s How We Knew to Avoid It

What exactly happened to Silicon Valley Bank? That’s the question I’ll answer for you in today’s Market 360 article. We’ll also review the impact Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse had on First Republic Bank (FRC), and I’ll explain how I knew to avoid both banks well before their falls.

Fatal, But Not Serious

Here's my take on the SIVB debacle.

Silicon Valley Bank Collapse May Actually Be Good For Stocks?

We think the Silicon Valley Bank collapse was a warning, not a death sentence. The Fed will likely heed this alarm, spurring a stock boom.

Will the Banking Sector Damage Spread?

The Fed finally breaks something … why more pain is coming for the sector … the Fed finds itself in a rock-and-a-hard-place situation … two…

This Year’s 5 Top InvestorPlace.com Stock Pickers

If you are looking for stocks to buy, the top InvestorPlace.com stock pickers have demonstrated their skills so far in 2023.

3 Famous Names Had This to Say About the Dangers of AI

If you are looking for the thoughts of prominent captains of industry on the dangers of AI, you will find this article mighty helpful.

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. After taking a close look at the latest data on institutional buying pressure and each company's fundamental health, I decided to revise my Portfolio Grader recommendations for 108 big blue chips. Chances are that you have at least one of these stocks in your portfolio, so you may want to give this list a skim and act accordingly.

The Electric Vehicle Megatrend Is Just Revving Up

We’ve spoken a lot in recent Market 360 articles about the electric vehicle (EV) industry, and my recommendations on how to play it. So, when my InvestorPlace colleague Eric Fry shared an article with me about his take on the EV trend – I had to pass it along. Check it out…

The Labor Market Surprises Again

Another month of above-average payroll growth … major problems in the crypto and broader banking sectors … big news from the oil patch … where Digest readers…

The Economic Reports That Rocked Wall Street

In today’s Market 360, we’re going to dive into this week’s economic data – more specifically this morning’s long-awaited payroll report. I’ll share what I think it means for the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting later this month… and where you should stash your investing dollars right now… 

3 Keys to Moneymaking Success

Making money starts with planning well.