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 Kind of Easter Egg Hunt Are You In?

The markets are closed today in honor of Good Friday. So, we're bringing you a special treat -- an essay from our CEO, Brian Hunt…

Why Dividends Win

If the answer is "not much" then you're shortchanging your investment returns. You see, studies have shown that continuously rising dividends are the hallmark of…

Ready for a CBD Hamburger?

As public acceptance continues to grow, the investment gains keep coming -- and why if you haven't invested yet, it's not too late CBD's popularity…

The Zoom IPO Goes Boom

Zoom pulled off its IPO -- and yes, it was a biggie. Then again, the company is growing at a rapid pace and is profitable. But the valuation is certainly rich.

Lyft Stock Is Behaving Like A Post-IPO Unicorn, Clouding Long-Term View

LYFT stock hasn’t met the hype of its much-anticipated IPO, but patience in the groundbreaking company is key.

The “Electric Offensive” Keeps Coming

Investments in the electrification of cars keep coming ... as does progress toward creating a cost-effective solid-state battery Yesterday brought news that luxury carmaker, Daimler, has…

The Jobs Report Isn’t an Effective Metric for the U.S. Economy

The jobs report may not be inaccurate, but it doesn't tell investors the whole story about the economy. The real truth is harder to swallow.

3 Reasons It Is Really Easy to Be Bullish on AT&T Stock

AT&T stock has languished for a while. But this could be setting up for a value opportunity. The acquisition of Time Warner looks spot on and there should be a boost from the move to 5G.

3 Things to Watch for Disney Stock As It Ventures Into Streaming

Here are three factors to consider before diving into Disney stock for its much-anticipated Disney+ streaming service.

2 Hot Marijuana Stocks to Watch This Week

Many marijuana stocks have been showing shades of red rather than green lately. Here are two beaten-down stocks to watch this week.

Will Alphabet’s Big Bet on Google Cloud Be Enough?

Kurian projects a buttoned-down image of Google Cloud to enterprise customers he's wooing from Oracle, Microsoft and Amazon.

Cannabis Company Greenlane Gets Ready for an IPO

The cannabis trade has been hot and Greenlane plans to come public this week. Here’s a look at the deal.

Is AbbVie Stock An Undiscovered Cannabis Play Waiting For Some Attention?

AbbVie stock's been fairly awful lately as its core drug is showing signs of slowing down. Yet ABBV stock should not be ignored since there’s a bit of a cannabis play here.

Hints of 2008

Growing risks from CLOs -- is history doomed to repeat itself? Last Friday, the S&P 500 closed the day up 0.66%, breaking the key 2,900…

April 15 Is H&R Block’s Super Bowl, But Is HRB Stock a Buy?

HRB stock benefits greatly from tax season, its annual Super Bowl. However, management has yet to pull together a strong, consistent narrative to convince investors to take a risk.

Do You Bet on Money-Loser A (Lyft Stock) or Money-Loser B (Uber)?

Lyft went public at the end of March. Uber is expected in early May. Both are losing big money. Do you buy LYFT stock, Uber, or neither?

The #1 Way to Invest for Retirement

No matter your age, one investment has proven itself as the single best method of meeting your retirement savings goals.

Why April is a Great Month for Stocks

The market has been on a bull run in 2019. Our analysts explain why the buying spree continues and predict what's going to happen in April.

The Secret to Long-Term Massive Wealth

The huge gains that can come when you get in early and exercise patience What's the difference between a $1,000 stock-investment that turns into $46,800,…