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.

Bitcoin 2019: A Year in Review

Take a look at some of the highlights of 2019’s year in bitcoin, which will help give you a sense of where we’re going next.

Jeff Clark’s Market Minute: Keep the Change and Leave Us Be

Never mind inflation or the drop of the dollar, the Social Security Admin is stealing $41,000 from me. And they’re stealing it from you, too.

The Most Profitable Trade of My Career Almost Bankrupted Me

It was the most profitable trade of my career. But it almost bankrupted me first. Basically, here's what happened.

Jeff Clark’s Market Minute: The “Dirty Sock” Approach to Trading

Mike’s note: Mike Merson here, Jeff’s longtime managing editor. With our office closed for the holidays, we’re sharing a series of Jeff’s all-time greatest essays. Today,…

U.S. Cannabis Stocks Will Make Cheap, Smart Buys in 2020

Matt McCall predicts that 2020 will be a better year for U.S. cannabis stocks. He's also calling for a big rally in bitcoin.

5 Great Stocks for 2020

Each year our analysts take part in a "Best Stocks for ..." contest. Which stocks were identified for 2020? Let's find out ... 2019 is…

The Sector Poised to Explode in 2020

2020 could be a huge year for stocks, according to Matt McCall ... but there's one sector he sees soaring above all others ***The Digest's…

2020 Predictions to Kick Start the New Year

Gear up for what the new year holds in terms of biotech stocks and new IPOs with Matt McCall's list of 2020 predictions.

5 Great Year-End Financial Planning Moves

Help keep more money in your future pockets with these year-end financial planning moves. You'll be sure to start off the new year strong.

Jeff Clark’s Market Minute: “Is That Why You’re Up at 1:00 in the Morning?”

The market had been acting a little nuts lately. So, I got up at 1:00 one morning – about two hours earlier than my normal routine.

A Last-Minute Gift (and Stock) Idea

Need a last-minute gift idea? That doubles as a great investment? We have you covered. Today, we're turning over the Digest to Eric Fry, editor of Fry's Investment…

As Brexit Uncertainty Clears, It’s a Great Time to Invest in British Stocks

Although most amateur investors run away from stocks that are cheap and unloved, the pros know these are where to make the real money.

Jeff Clark’s Market Minute: Will Santa Be a “No Show” This Year?

The stock market almost always rallies during the last five trading days of the year, and the first two trading days of the next year.…

Profiting From a $6T Crime Wave

Cybersecurity attacks are only increasing in number and sophistication ... how investors should respond to this megatrend Last week, New Orleans declared a state of…

Don’t Fear Q4 Earnings Season Because of FedEx Stock

FDX stock's disappointment is unsystematic, so they're unlikely to weigh heavily on the Q4 earnings season. We're still cautiously bullish.

3 of 2019’s Key Financial Surprises

Inflation and the collapse of the repo market were two things that surprised the markets this year. Here's how you can profit in 2020.

The massive tailwind behind next year’s market

Bulls have a big reason to be optimistic about 2020 -- namely, there's one massive cheerleader in their corner ... "Is your portfolio ready for…

Jeff Clark’s Market Minute: The Last Time We Saw This Warning Sign, Stocks Fell 2.3%

It makes more sense to wait a few days before putting more money to work. The market looks set up for a sudden and swift decline right now.

Gold Will Take a Short-Term Dip Before Its Monster Rally

If you’re still building a position in gold, now is not the time to buy. It’s worth hanging on for better prices ahead.