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.

Rumors About the Alphabet, Inc Breakup Are a Little Premature

With the rise of Google’s power, there is talk about more regulatory action. There is even the potential for a break-up for the company. Although, given Google’s resources, such an outcome does seem unlikely.

20 Stocks Millennial Investors Can’t Get Enough Of

Young investors remain wide-eyed on the future and these are the millennial stocks budding Wall Streeters are betting the house on.

What Some of the World’s Richest People Can Tell Us About Investing

The world’s richest people can teach us valuable investing advice that actually pertains to our current market conditions.

With the Arrival of 5G, Apple Inc. Stock Can Far Surpass a $1-Trillion Market Cap

Apple still finds itself defined by the iPhone, and while other products may get AAPL stock to a $1-trillion market cap, it will take 5G iPhones to drive it well beyond that point.

Build Your Portfolio With Construction Stocks

Market bias has recently shifted toward FOMO (or the “fear of missing out”) and away from “fear of losing everything.” But there are still some…

3 Winners, 3 Losers From Rising Oil Prices

Worried about rising oil prices? This spike in oil prices will have huge economic ramifications. Here are three winners and three losers that can help you make money from the surge in crude.

Start Betting on Gambling Stocks

With the courts allowing states to decide whether or not to legalize sports gambling within their borders, the real winners will be gambling stocks and their investors.

National Sensitivity Training May Backfire for Starbucks Corporation Stock

Starbucks stock is under scrutiny due to race-related controversies, but the company’s reaction makes it vulnerable to “race trolls.”

Shopify Inc Stock Isn’t Just Too Pricey, It Also Still Is Losing Money

Although the hype-train skyrocketed Shopify stock into the stratosphere, its fundamentals will bring it back down to earth.

From Test Tube to the Drugstore: How Are Human Clinical Trials Conducted?

How are clinical trials conducted and just what do they accomplish? We take a look at a process lasting years, which determines what drugs go to market and the fate of many biotech companies pinning their hopes on one treatment.

Why Allbirds Isn’t a Threat to Nike and Other Shoe Makers

Allbirds are presently the coolest thing in the sneaker market, but the brand is hardly a threat to Nike or any major shoe maker.

Here’s Why You Should Not Jump All over Roku Inc Stock Just Yet

Investors would be wise to wait and see how important content neutrality is before buying ROKU stock for the long haul.

3 Infrastructure Plays for the Trump Economy

Materials and engineering firms are next up to benefit in the Trump economy. These stocks could benefit if a big infrastructure bill passes.

Millennial Wealth: Small Steps Can Go a Long Way

When it comes to millennial investments, there really is no need to panic. While the milestones like having twice your salary saved may be stressful because they seem far off, they’re achieved by what are really small, manageable steps.

10 Surprising Benefits of an Amazon Prime Membership

Prime has become a key part of Amazon.com’s ecommerce strategy. And while it is great for shipping, there are also many other perks. Here’s a look at 10.

3 Internet of Things Stocks That Are Set to Have Monster Futures

The internet of things era is upon us, and in that era, investors would be wise to choose stocks that benefit from an explosion in data usage.

Even With Rising Bond Yields, Dividend Stocks Reign Supreme

Dividend stocks have taken something of a beating over the past several weeks, but for the long haul, they're still better than bonds.

3 Undervalued REITs for Your Portfolio

Investors should have some representation of REITs in their long-term diversified portfolios. Here are three undervalued REITs.

4 Reasons Why Bitcoin Isn’t Going to Be a Long-Term Winner

Many investors are looking at the pros and cons of bitcoin. Unfortunately for crypto-investors, the negatives are outweighing the good at this time. Here's what you need to know.