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.

7 Reasons Stock Buybacks Should Be Illegal

The rhetoric surrounding stock buybacks has heated up in recent weeks. I’ve never been a fan. Here are seven reasons why.

Powell Backstops the Bull

Powell nods toward interest rate cuts ... Meanwhile, our politicians have Big Tech in the crosshairs Yesterday, markets posted their best day in five months…

The 4 FANG Stocks Won’t Be Bitten By Regulation Threats

Regulation concerns have weighed heavily on FANG stocks but the underlying companies are too deeply embedded with their core industries.

5G Stocks: The Race to Win the Revolution Heats Up

There is enormous upside ahead once 5G really takes off, which could come in the nearer term now that it’s in the U.K., too.

New Tariffs Ending the Bull Market?

The broad market might be at an inflection point. If so, here's the way to reposition your portfolio Bull markets don't die of old age…

Another State Legalizes Marijuana

Another domino falls ... Meanwhile, the FDA inches closer to CBD regulation ... Snoop Dogg raises more money for CBD ... and new evidence that…

Trump Wakes the Gold and Bitcoin Bugs

If you trust gold, you must trust your vault owner to move around with it. If you trust bitcoin, you must trust the exchange you trade with. Both carry risk

Mutually Assured Destruction Might Benefit Microsoft Stock

The U.S.-China trade war's first victim is the technology sector, but Microsoft's dominant presence may give MSFT stock a reprieve.

Here’s Why You Want to Own AT&T Stock as the Markets Get Worse

AT&T is not very exciting. But this may be a virtue right now, as the markets get bearish. AT&T offers a juicy dividend and has a set of stable businesses.

With Facebook Stock at $183, Zuckerberg Survives Shareholder Meeting Challenges

FB stock has suffered some turbulence recently and one of the reasons may be CEO Mark Zuckerberg's unprecedented control.

Avoid This Dividend Stock Mistake

In today's Digest, we pick back up with our special essay series from our CEO, Brian Hunt. In the series, Brian has been discussing the wealth-building…

A Market Warning Signal

The market is sending warning signals. Here's what it's saying, and when it's likely to happen Investors are always looking for clues as to what's…

What Is a SEP IRA and How Does It Work?

Whether you’re a freelancer, consultant or small business owner, the Simplified Employee Pension Individual Retirement Arrangement (SEP IRA) can help you and your employees save…

What ARE Tariffs (And Why Could They Spell the End of the Bull Market)?

Tariffs aren't good for the economy, and so long as they stick around, the stock market will struggle for gains.

New Mexican Tariffs Could Majorly Disrupt Ford Stock — And All of U.S. Auto

Ford stock could face delays in its recovery due to the Mexican tariffs and investors should probably wait to buy until effects become known.

With This Merger Likely to Drag on, Sprint Stock Is Way Too Speculative

Sprint appears to be at the end game for its proposed merger with T-Mobile. While there are some positive signs from the FTC, the Justice Department looks far from certain. And if a deal does not happen, Sprint will be in a tough spot.

Buy These Cryptocurrency Stocks to Play This Latest Bitcoin Surge

Not long ago, bitcoin seemed doomed. But hey, the market can move on a dime. And for this year, it has in a big way. Here’s a look at how to play it.

An Investment No-Brainer

A massive demographic shift meets a cash-gushing investment vehicle Today, let's talk about the biggest no-brainer investment idea of the next 30 years. It's a…

Ranking the Top 10 Stock Buybacks of Last Year

The top ten stock buybacks by S&P 500 companies in 2018 totaled $252 billion. Here are the best stocks to buy of the bunch.