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.

Why Oil Stocks Have Been Volatile Lately

While OPEC seems focused on stabilizing oil prices, U.S. producers keep pushing them down, rendering the world's primary currency and oil stocks unstable.

Walmart Stock Is a Way Better Retail Bet Than Amazon

Walmart is a retailer, Amazon is a logistics company. Walmart wants to be compared with Amazon because logistics is a more profitable business.

3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Panic About Cronos Stock

Despite some extreme volatility in recent trades, most people can’t get enough of marijuana stocks. But finally, some big name players have reaffirmed the general…

NIO Stock Is Called the “Tesla of China” for a Reason

NIO stock has two hot electric vehicles on the market, the demand for them is exceptional and their earnings will only grow going forward.

Upcoming IPOs: The Duel Between Uber and Lyft Moves to Wall Street

It looks like next year could be big for tech IPOs as the Uber IPO and Lyft IPO will suck all of Wall Street's attention in 2019.

Walmart Stock Faces Pressure, But It’s Premature to Panic

Walmart stock has some tough challenges ahead due to the trade truce possibly unraveling, but it’s not panic time in WMT yet.

Boeing Stock Will Face Further Correction After the Lion Air Tragedy

The usually reliable Boeing stock likely faces a sharp correction due to the rippling aftermath of the Lion Air crash.

3 Biggest Threats to Amazon Stock

All stocks have risks, even Amazon stock. Jeff Bezos himself has said AMZN is not too big to fail.

The Implications of a CRON-MO Deal Are Enormous — For All Pot Stocks

Altria reportedly is interested in Cronos. While the deal does little for MO stock, it could be transformative for CRON stock and all pot stocks.

Amazon Performance Another Warning Sign For Retailers

Cyber Monday sales prove the long-term viability of AMZN stock, but don’t ignore the broader markets’ ugliness when looking at Amazon.

3 Charts to Watch If You’re Concerned About the Next Bear Market

Eventually, this bull market will turn into a bear market, and these three charts will help investors time that transition.

Is Microsoft Stock Worth a Buy As Valuation War With Apple Gains Steam?

MSFT stock looks like a healthier pick that AAPL stock in the near term. Here's what investors should know about Microsoft's prospects.

Amazon Can Conjure a Perfect Storm for Facebook

Just as Facebook is hitting headwinds, Amazon's digital-ads revenue is exploding. This can only be good news for Amazon stock.

Interest in Marijuana Stocks Is Fading, And That’s Trouble for ACB Stock

Google searches for 'ACB stock' are trending lower, and that coincides with the weakness of Aurora Cannabis shares.

The Top 5G Stocks to Watch Now

These 5G stocks are bound to gain tremendously in the years ahead as the technology is adopted for countless uses in the tech space.

Bank of America’s Changes to Broker Pay Threaten Stability — But It’s No Reason to Sell BAC Stock

It's not a blaring threat to BAC stock yet, but Bank of America's ham-handed changes to Merrill Lynch's pay plan can only cause trouble.

Bitcoin (BTC): Nobody Knows You When You’re Down and Out

Bitcoin prices fell below $4,500 on Nov. 20, and blockchain advocates no longer want to have their technology associated with cryptocurrency.

My Secret to Finding High-Growth Stocks for Short-Term Profits

Ten years ago, an accident led Louis Navellier to discover one of the most powerful strategies for short-term gains on high-growth stocks. Here's the story of my accident … and how you can use it to turn the stock market into a tremendous source of side income.

7 Investment Books to Buy for Young Investors This Holiday

Finding investment books to buy for young investors isn’t easy. Here are seven that should be good for anyone in high school or older.