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.

Beating the Holiday-Market Blues

“Santa Claus” rallies, holiday back-and-forth market activity, and trying to figure out how you’re going to fit everyone’s cars in your driveway this weekend are…

My Four Favorite Stocking Stuffers for This Holiday Season

With Christmas just a few days away, I want to share with you the best stocks for your portfolio stocking stuffers: energy stocks.

2022 Rewind: The Only Acronym You Should Care About

There are many acronyms in investing, but only one truly matters. And it goes hand-in-hand with my core investing philosophy...

10 Bold Investing Predictions for 2023

The year 2022 is not likely to be remembered fondly by investors. As the year draws to a close, all the major indices are deep in the red, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq each down more than 20% and officially in a bear market.

A Rare Momentum Indicator Says the Bear Market Is Ending

The sort of price action we've seen in late December is historically consistent with the end a bear market. A new bull market is incoming.

How to Play 2023’s Market Conditions

Three plausible market paths in 2023 … snowballing anxiety … what Louis Navellier, Eric Fry, and Luke Lango are recommending … a free stock recommendation…

Is SoFi Stock the Next Big Investment for 2023?

There are so many dormant catalysts here that could make SoFi stock rocket. It’s no wonder the CEO is piling in. And we’d be buyers, too.

Is SoFi Stock the Next Big Investment for 2023?

There are so many dormant catalysts here that could make SoFi stock rocket. It’s no wonder the CEO is piling in. And we’d be buyers, too.

The Bagholder’s Guide to Meta Materials (MMTLP) Stock

Take a deep dive into what happened to investors holding the bag on MMTLP stock... and where they can go from here.

Quant Ratings Updated on 68 Stocks

I revised my Portfolio Grader recommendations for 68 big blue chip stocks over the weekend, and of those 68 stocks, 30 stocks were downgraded from a Buy (B-rating) to a Hold (C-rating) and 13 stocks were downgraded from a Hold to a Sell (D-rating).

2022 Rewind: 3 Reasons You Shouldn’t Fear the Bear Market

In the first of four "flashback" articles, let's explore your favorite issue of 2022: why bear markets aren't as bad as you think... and why they are actually a good thing.

A Q1/Q2 Buying Opportunity?

Powell is fine with a recession … assessing the damage already done … why we believe we’re in for one more leg down … the…

Elon Musk Is a Genius Market Timer. That’s Bad News for Tesla (TSLA) Stock.

Elon Musk is great at timing the market. He's selling TSLA stock now, and savvy investors would be wise to follow suit.

Should You Buy Rivian and Lucid Over Tesla?

We’re confident that these two companies will win significant market share as their production ramps and that the EV stocks will soar.

Should You Short Tesla Stock Amid Rising EV Competition?

In order to make its stock price work, Tesla must execute flawlessly in the electric vehicle sector. Will it regain lost traction?

The Clean Energy Leader at the Forefront of the Energy Transition

Governments around the world have chosen to embrace clean energy. And this powerful megatrend will remain robust for years to come.

Our Favorite Trading Books to Give and Receive

These books make great gifts for market enthusiasts…

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 68 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.

Are Solar Stocks the Next Generation of Millionaire-Makers?

The solar industry will burn brighter and hotter in the coming years. And as it does, solar stocks will keep soaring.