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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.

Time for Investors to Take Advantage of a Bargain in Ford Stock

By Will Healy, InvestorPlace Contributor
Instead of asking, "Why is Ford stock so low?" investors should focus on its high dividend yield and low P/E ratio.

7 Reasons AT&T Is Going to Blow the Time Warner Merger

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
AT&T leadership is promising big things -- synergies and savings, coexisting corporate cultures, lower consumer prices -- but how likely are those things to happen?

United Health Stock Remains a Safe, If Long Term Insurance Bet

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
United Health stock didn’t respond well immediately following its Q2 results, but a longer-term framework can benefit patient investors.

Are CEOs Really Worth What They’re Paid?

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bad CEOs seem to cost as much as good ones, and salaries keep rising across the board. We'll notice when the market goes down. Why not notice now?

Should You Buy PayPal Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Lucas Hahn, InvestorPlace Contributor
PYPL stock has risen 19% since it last reported earnings, and PayPal is set to report earnings once again on Jul. 25. Despite the gains, the company faces tough competition.

Why Is Comcast Stock Down? It May Not Be Quite What You Think.

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Why is Comcast stock down 20% on news it won't be acquiring Twenty-First Century Fox? Mostly because it doesn't want Walt Disney to have it, and not so much because it could do much with it.

Microsoft Earnings Preview: Of Course, It’s All About the Cloud

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
This week, Microsoft will report its fiscal fourth quarter results. And for the most part, Wall Street is upbeat. The key to watch: the cloud business.

20 Russian Stocks to Watch After Trump’s Helsinki Gaffe

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
After the president’s unnecessarily weak performance at the Helsinki summit, Russian stocks are cynically viable investments.

Amazon Prime Day: 3 Winners, 1 Loser

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst
This year, Amazon Prime Day included some pretty big winners and one major loser.

Don’t Rush to Pick Up L Brands as It Continues Its Downward Spiral

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
It’s been a horrible year for L Brands. And last week, things got even worse for LB stock. The company reported awful sales results for June. Unfortunately, the deterioration looks to be secular.

The Price of Bitcoin Jumped Yesterday… Is There Hope for the Bulls?

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
The price of bitcoin is up again, and the bulls are charging. But despite its 21st century trappings, bitcoin remains a 19th century market, open to manipulation and crooked dealing.

Technical Glitches Lead to Prime Day Meltdown for Amazon.com

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
AMZN stock dropped in after-hours trading after technical issues disrupted Prime Day shopping for some Amazon customers.

Is Johnson & Johnson Worth Another Look After Its Earnings Victory?

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
The latest JNJ earnings beat encouraged contrarian bulls, although the broader industry clouded Johnson & Johnson’s outlook.

When Will This Stock Market Bubble Burst in Our Faces? Not Anytime Soon.

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Former Congressman Ron Paul says he sees an alarming stock market bubble. Thing is, he's one of only a few that sees it, because he's not looking at the whole picture.

Don’t Buy Broadcom Stock Until This Weird CA Acquisition Shakes Out

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
In a surprise move, Broadcom has agreed to acquire CA Technologies. It’s certainly puzzling, as there are little synergies. In fact, there could be some long-term negative issues for AVGO stock.

Why ShiftPixy Stock Needs to Cool Off Before It’s Buy-Worthy

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
The gig economy bolsters ShiftPixy’s longer-term viability, but PIXY stock requires some patience.

The Trade Guns of August

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
The trade war should start impacting the real economy as early as next month, assuming peace doesn't break out. And the impact isn't going to be good.

What Are the Best Sectors to Invest in for 2018?

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
The Energy, Consumer Discretionary and Technology sectors have been among the best sectors in terms of performance so far in 2018, and they are expected to continue this success for the remainder of the year.

Tesla Inc Whistleblower Continues to Rile Musk

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tesla Inc’s dispute with a former employee has escalated. Martin Tripp has filed a whistleblower lawsuit with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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