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.

What Weighed on the Big Banks’ Profits In the First Quarter?

Three of the "big banks" recently released their latest quarterly results. So, let’s use today’s Market360 to see how well they did.

Could This $4 Stock Be the Next GameStop?

Retail turnarounds are hard, but there are four reasons that Party City might just be one to pull it off. Here's what you need to know.

The Market is Out of Balance

Stocks are still well above long-term averages … how might it resolve? … new challenges on the inflation front … get your portfolio rock-solid today…

Recession Risk: Fact or Fiction?

Overall, whether the U.S. economy will slip into a recession remains too close to call right now. But here's what to do in both situations.

The No. 1 Robinhood Crypto to Buy Now

On Tuesday, Robinhood added Shiba Inu, Solana, Polygon and Compound Finance to its list of tradable assets. Solana is the best pick.

Best-In-Breed LiDAR Stock for the AV Revolution

Since it’s a very complex and expensive technology, LiDAR stock is where the investment potential lies with AVs. I believe one of the strongest plays lies with the leading LiDAR suppliers.

The Psychedelic Stock That Will Change the World

With no product commoditization and massive competitive moats, psychedelic stocks have some incredible potential. And there's one in particular that has great promise.

You May Already Own This Powerful Investment

To say inflation is really hot right now is an understatement at best. The abhorred “i” word is plastered all over news sites, TV screens, alerts we get on our smartphones. We’re paying more for gas, groceries, and just about everything else.

Is SoFi Stock Done For?

SoFi’s big-picture vision is much larger than its student loan offerings. End game, this will have little impact on the company, and SoFi stock will roar.

With 8.5% Inflation, The Pump Is Primed for Tech Stocks

Inflation has been the bane of tech stocks for several months. But reduce it, and those stocks will power higher. It's time to buy the dip!

The Case for a Rally

Record inflation – again … Luke Lango sees “peak fear” in the market … history says a rally is coming … how to dip your…

Inflation Stays at 40-Year Highs — Here’s What to Do

If you are looking to offset rising prices you should be focusing on strategic inflation hedges. Here's how to get involved.

Oil and Wheat? The Big Money Is Actually in Gold (and Cannabis!)

Did you miss out on your chance to invest in oil and wheat? These second-order stocks still give you a chance to get in on the trends.

Inflation Forecast 2022: Take a Deep Breath, This May Be the Worst of It.

Looking for a solid Inflation Forecast 2022? The hope is that we've seen peak inflation and one can make the case that we have.

Hold on to Your Inflation Hats! The CPI Report for March 2022 Was Worse Than Expected.

The consumer price index (CPI), which measures a variety of goods and services, rose 8.5% in March from a year earlier. That reading was above the consensus analyst expectation of 8.4% and marks the highest level for inflation in the U.S. since 1981.

Before You Assume the Worst Is Over, Consider These 3 Inflation Hedges

Unless you ignored the news today (which may not be a bad idea), you undoubtedly saw that consumer prices jumped to their highest reading since Ronald Reagan’s first year in the White House more than 40 years ago.

When Recession Fears Soar, Buy the Dip

Recession fears are reactionary, not predictive. And peak fear usually means peak sell-off -- and a great buying opportunity.

The Fed Risks Breaking the Economy

China ramps up its lockdowns, which means more inflation … Fed presidents go “full hawk” … a fascinating contradiction from the housing market The COVID-…

Elephant Tracking: How to Spot the Market’s Next Mega Winners BEFORE They Take Off

If you follow an elephant's tracks, you find an elephant. If you follow a large money manager, you'll find the winners they've identified.