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.

7 Major Market Indices and How to Trade Them

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor
What are the seven major market indices telling us right now? There's certainly technical damage on the charts, but pay attention to key levels.

Earnings Aside, AMD Stock Still Has a Ton of Room to Grow

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Along with the rest of the semi stocks, AMD has gotten hit hard lately. Investors are getting concerned about China and global growth. So the Q3 report is likely to be critical.

Canopy Growth Stock Is Extremely Volatile, But Still Viable

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
The bears are wining the day with CGC stock, but marijuana’s proven track record will establish longer-term dominance for Canopy Growth.

Can McDonald’s Stock Really Maintain Its Strength for Much Longer?

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
MCD stock soared after McDonald's delivered a resounding beat in Q3, but its sustainability is still a question.

Why Apple Stock Is Still Too Expensive

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
AAPL has hit some turbulence as the tech market has come under lots of pressure lately. But this does not mean investors should snap up Apple stock.

AMD Stock Starting to Chip Ahead of Q3 Earnings Report

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
AMD earnings are Wednesday, and while AMD stock has surprised the Street with remarkable resilience, even the highest flyers need a break.

7 Cities That Won’t Win the Second Amazon Headquarters

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
The only cities that will be seriously considered for Amazon's second headquarters are those providing significant financial incentives for Amazon to locate in their municipality, or providing relatively inexpensive housing for employees relocating there.

Netflix’s Blowout Report Is a Great Thing for FANG Stocks

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst
Netflix's strong report underscores that narratives in the tech sector remain as robust as ever, and that is a good thing for FANG stocks.

5 Stocks to Max Out Your Retirement Income

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
The recent market turmoil highlights the risks of the markets. This is why it's a good idea to consider stable stocks -- especially if you want retirement income.

Canopy Growth Stock Is Getting Too High for Its Own Good

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor
CGC stock soared on Monday after a relatively small acquisition. Monday's pot stock rally has echoes of the dot-com bubble of 1999.

Aurora Cannabis IPO: What Can Investors Expect?

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
While ACBFF should see a short-term boost with its IPO, investors should still be cautious. The valuation for Aurora Cannabis is at hefty levels.

Pot Stocks Are Lighting Up — But Let the Market Chill Out Before You Buy

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst
Pot stocks are breaking out ahead of arguably their biggest catalyst ever, but this doesn't feel like the right time to buy.

China Was Right To Be Wary of Bitcoin

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bitcoin bulls hope western interest can compensate for Chinese antipathy toward the cryptocurrency market. But economists remain wary.

Are Pot Stocks Heading Into a “Sell The News” Event?

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst
Pot stocks are priced for perfection, but the roll-out of legal Canadian cannabis will be imperfect. CGC is best positioned to ride out a dip.

2 Charts That Show Why the Bull Market Isn’t Over

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst
The stock market is struggling right now, but present risks seem overstated and premature, and stocks should bounce back.

5 Tax-Free Dividend Stocks to Buy

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Closed-end funds do not get much attention. But they should. They can offer investors higher, tax-free yields. Here is a look at five tax-free dividend stocks.

Is Alphabet Stock Bound to Drift Aimlessly In the Years Ahead?

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
GOOG stock seems to be drifting as challenges from both rivals and governments to Alphabet's market dominance continue to grow.

Elastic IPO: Free Software Really Is Lucrative

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Last week, Elastic launched one of this year’s most successful IPOs. The company, which is a provider of open source software for search, has been growing at a rapid clip. And the IPO should provide even more momentum. So here’s a look at the deal.

Chinese Stocks: Losers Now May Be Winners Later

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
Chinese stocks fell hard Oct. 8, digesting a week of negative news, but Chinese policymakers are not blinking in the face of the U.S. trade war.
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