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.

Bear Market 2022: Is There Anything Left to Invest In?

Bear markets often present the best investment opportunities. Consider the following strategies to profit in this 2022 bear market.

Crypto Implodes Over the Weekend

Bitcoin and Ethereum tank … is this time different? … two price paths bitcoin could take … reasons for optimism The crypto collapse over the…

If You Have Just $1, This Could Be THE BEST Deal in the History of Independent Investing Research

For just $1, you can now see what some of the smartest minds in investing recommend buying today.

How Long Does a Bear Market Last?

Stocks are in a new bear market. How long it lasts or how low it will go is a guess. Selling puts now to be a buyer at lower prices.

The Big Short 2.0: Oil May Offer the Best Short Opportunity Since 2008

In early 2008, oil rallied on supply constraints. But recession-driven demand destruction caused its crash. We have the same situation today.

Now Is the Time to Pick Your Forever Stocks

There’s never a “bad” time to buy the stocks you’d like to hold onto for a good, long time, but the bear market we’ve been experiencing lately has greatly discounted much of our favorite stocks. 

How to Invest in Gold for Beginners

Invest in gold to reduce the current market risk. You can invest through stocks, mutual funds, ETFs or futures and contracts.

Warning Signs of a Recession: 3 Key Indicators to Watch

Recession talks are growing louder amid worsening in economic fundamentals. Rising inflation accompanied by slow growth is portending the probability of stagflation -- a form of recession.

Who Does Inflation Hurt and Help Most?

Inflation is at a 40-year high, but it impacts people differently. Here's who inflation hurts and helps the most.

Is It Better to Lease or Buy a Car in 2022?

Is it better to buy or lease a car in 2022? If you can decide whether depreciation is a primary concern, the choice is easier.

How Much Money Do I Need to Retire?

Retirement isn't what it used to be. More Americans are responsible for their own retirement, requiring that they save plenty of money.

Is It Better to Rent or Buy a House in 2022?

Is it better to rent or buy a house in 2022? Here are the pros and cons, but emotions and lifestyle are critical factors to consider too.

What Is the Best Hedge Against Inflation? 5 Investments to Consider

Inflation is a real headache. But there are things you can do to hedge against inflation and this article explores these options.

Follow This 8-Step Action Plan to Protect Your Portfolio

In today’s Market360 article, I’d like to share eight steps to take to safeguard your portfolio with the current market environment.

The Economic Reports That Shook Wall Street

In today’s Market360, I’d like to dig deeper into the economic reports from this past week. Let’s start with the biggest: the FOMC statement.

The Top E-Commerce Company to Buy for Summer 2022

There's definitely a chance that struggling RealReal simply goes bankrupt, but its network effects could make it a buyout target.

The 5 Top Profit & Protection Stocks to Buy for 2022

It's important to know which quantitative factors make a stock worthwhile. These five have the attributes needed for success.

Making Sense of the Senseless

It’s frustrating, complicated, and even painful to invest at times like this. That said, the worst things an investor can do are panic, try to time and predict the market, and/or give up.

A Big Opportunity You’re Overlooking

The oil trade wasn’t sexy, but it’s been delivering … a new, similarly “unsexy” trade that is likely to be equally rewarding … the macro…