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 Rising Stock Market Volatility Is Good for Long-Term Investors

With stock market volatility taking a breather in 2018, it's important to note that it's still above the levels we saw in 2017. That's good for long-term investors.

Amazon Fresh Creates an Interesting Test Case for Amazon.com, Inc. Stock

Amazon Fresh itself won't move Amazon stock. But the strategies needed to win -- and the challenges the company might face -- echo those of the company as a whole.

Investors Need to Adopt a Different Mindset for Big Pharma and Biotech Stocks

Both biotech stocks and big pharma stocks involve a different mindset. Treat biotech stocks like options and big pharma stocks like ETFs.

EPR Properties Is a Unique REIT Paying Out Huge Yields

If you're considering REITs to buy, EPR Properties has a very unique business model and competitive advantage, generates great cash flow, and pays an 8% dividend.

Bitcoin Is Going to Sink Square Inc Stock. Here’s How

Square is beginning to attract the attention of shorts as CEO Jack Dorsey is welcomed as a conquering hero at a Bitcoin conference.

5 Surprising Ways to Profit from Cryptocurrencies

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The Stocks Investors Should Buy for a Summer Rally

The S&P 500 is set to have its classic summer rally, and these are the stocks to buy this summer to play that rally.

Bank Stocks Will Benefit Greatly From Upcoming Regulatory Changes

Owners of bank stocks ranging from big names like Bank of America or smaller fry like SunTrust have to be liking what's happening in Washington D.C.

Alphabet Inc Stock Still Has Some Key Concerns

GOOG stock continues to see support hold at $1,000, but from here, that figure looks close to fair value. Alphabet stock has real concerns when it comes to both the advertising business and its "moonshot" efforts.

Streaming Alone Makes Walt Disney Co Stock a No-Brainer Value Buy

Last week, Disney posted impressive Q2 results. But Wall Street yawned. Yet I think there is quite a bit of opportunity here for value investors.

4 FANG Stocks Hitting Resistance — And Why

The 10-year Treasury yield breaking 3% sent the market down -- but the tech sector was hit particularly hard. For the FANG stocks, this is a particularly bad sign as they struggle to break through to new highs.

A Vicious Debt Cycle Could Send Interest Rates Much Higher

As the Treasury yield rises, Goldman Sachs forecasts interest rates will rise even faster as the Fed also unwinds its balance sheet.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. Is Wise to Plant Seeds in China

It's not a reason in and of itself to buy JPM stock, but given time, it could be a big deal for JPMorgan Chase & Co.

10 Sports Betting Stocks to Sink Your Teeth Into

Sports betting is no longer banned at the federal level, opening the door of opportunity for these companies more than any others.

Nektar Therapeutics Stock Is Risky But Offers Big Reward

Nektar Therapeutics pulled back in recent weeks, and that is a good thing. Valuations are stretched, but the upside in NKTR stock is high if management delivers.

How To Trade Target Corporation Ahead of Earnings

Target Corporation will report earnings on May 23. However, Target stock could breakdown before the event, with resistance weighing on the share price.

Should Investors Buy Chinese Stock in Growing VR Market?

Buying Chinese stock in the country’s augmented and virtual reality market is an intriguing play. The figures and forecasts are remarkable, but significant risks exist these virtual reality companies.

Making Some Sense of This Senseless Stock Market

What do you make of the stock market today? If you're confused, you're not alone. There's a lot pulling and pushing you around. Stocks won't be able to move "normally" again until we see a melt-up or meltdown. Whatever the case, be patient - the catalyst will get here sooner or later.

Get a Grip on 5G Technology Before You Buy These Stocks

As you read headlines related to your favorite stocks, don’t forget to do your homework about the technology and other fundamentals fueling them.