Market Insight

Markets rarely move at random. InvestorPlace’s leading analysts break down macro trends, sector dynamics, and recurring market patterns to help investors understand what is changing, what matters most, and where opportunities may emerge.

GDP Surprise Strength

Positive news from the GDP and Tesla … are earnings forecasts delusional? … weakening consumer health … all eyes on next Wednesday Score one for…

How to Trade in a Distracted Market

I’ve discussed the market’s gyrations and many of the big distractions in my Growth Investor Special Market Podcasts. But given the recent wild swings, I’d like to briefly review a few of the biggest recent headlines in today’s Market 360, too. I’ll also share the best way to invest in a distracted market environment.

The Best Time to Buy “Forever” Stocks Is…

I believe bear markets are a good thing. Not only have market lows primed the way to higher highs, but when the situation appears bleak, know that the stocks you perhaps ordinarily couldn’t afford (or want more of) are now “on sale.”

After Tesla’s Impressive Earnings, Is It Time to Buy EV Stocks?

Following Tesla management’s commentary, we expect 2023 to be a banner year for the EV industry. That means it's time to buy EV stocks.

Investing Prodigy Issues Warning: “Cash Holders About to Get Hit Hard”

Are you holding cash to avoid bear market turmoil? Legendary Analyst warns far bigger “Divergence Event” will blindside millions of Americans soon.

All Signs Point to Bullish

We believe that 2023's bullish stock market breakout will last. What gives us confidence there? Well, in short, everything.

How to Nab a 78% Gain in 8 Weeks

Luke Lango’s PSTX trade takes off … what went into the recommendation? … analyzing a trade that could be on the verge of a blast-off…

Genius (GNS) and Helbiz (HLBZ) Are Fighting Short Sellers. It’s the Wrong Battle.

GNS stock and HLBZ stock are soaring as their CEOs take on short sellers. Here's what retail investors should really be watching.

Quant Ratings Updated on 80 Stocks

Given investors’ reactions to companies’ earnings results so far, it’s clear that it’s going to be every stock for itself as the market grows increasingly more narrow. So, it’s important to be invested in the crème de la crème to prosper in the current environment.

Your Final Power Trend of 2023

Our final power trend might be the most powerful of all; it spans already-existing megatrends, despite only just emerging.

Big Tech vs. the Market: Watch Your Portfolio This Week

Layoffs, earnings, and more are causing market fluctuations.

The Stock Market Just Triggered a Bullish “Golden Cross” Signal

The market triggered what is known as a “Golden Cross” signal. And every time it has over the past 15 years, stocks proceeded to boom.

The Crypto Bull Gathers Steam

The crypto sector continues to climb … what history suggests about whether we can trust this breakout … what about the crypto naysayers? … what…

MULN… AMC… TSLA… How Meme Stocks Turned Us Into Terrible Investors

Meme stocks like GME and MULN have burned retail investors. That's not stopping investors from diving in again and again.

The Wall Street/Fed Game of Chicken

Wall Street is getting bullish … will the Fed finally play nice? … the mismatch between rate expectations for December 2023 … the headwinds for…

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 80 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.

Your Second Power Trend of 2023

Today, we’re continuing our New Year’s tradition of “future-gazing” with our second power trend of 2023.

The Final Opportunity to Buy Stocks Before a Huge Breakout?

There's a 100% accurate precedent for recent price action, and it signals a massive market surge over the next year. Get ready to buy stocks.

Quant Ratings Updated on 116 Stocks

As you may recall in last Tuesday’s Market 360, I gave a preview of how the big banks were poised to do and whether they were good buys ahead of their earnings releases. So just how did the big banks actually do? Let’s take a look…