Market Insight

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Emerging Market Turmoil Gives Rally Frostbite

Emerging market turmoil and Apple stock's crash rule the headlines, but it's the ongoing earnings calendar that will eventually turn the stock market around.

5 Hottest Netflix Original Series Coming in 2014

When Netflix took a leap to create two new TV shows, naysayers were calling the move wrongheaded. But that gamble has paid off big for Netflix.

CRUS Stock – Cirrus Logic Shares Plunge on Disappointing Outlook

Apple supplier Cirrus Logic has forecasted current-quarter revenue missing analysts' average estimates, and that has dropped CRUS stock 5% pre-market.

The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far From the Consumer

Investors were surprised at the weakness in Apple sales for iPhones, but the slowdown should be expected given the trends in consumer spending. What's next?

Our 10 Favorite Happy Valentine’s Day Quotes

Valentine's Day is almost here, and 'InvestorPlace' is celebrating the holiday with our 10 favorite Happy Valentine's Day Quotes.

The Super Bowl Indicator Has Also Failed Recently

The Super Bowl Indicator has been around for decades, positing that markets rise if "old" NFC teams win, and down if an AFC team wins. It's nonsense; here's why

Bitcoin Exchange News: BitInstant CEO Charlie Shrem Arrested

Federal agents have arrested the head of the bitcoin exchange BitInstant, claiming he conspired to launder money from an illicit website.

4 Oscar-Nominated Netflix Documentaries You Can’t Miss

Scroll through list of streaming Netflix documentaries and you'll find all but one of the Oscar-nominated movies up for "Best Documentary Feature."

CLF Stock – Hedge Fund Pushes for Split at Cliffs Natural Resources

Cliffs Natural Resources CLF stock is up after hedge fund Casablanca Capital announced a 5.2% stake and urged management to move to boost the stock price.

Negative Yelp Reviews Case to Go to Trial

A Virginia man is seeking $750,000 in damages from a woman he says defamed his business in negative Yelp reviews.

4 Developments Aiding Corporate Profits for 2014

Corporate profits should see a very nice uptick in 2014, as these 4 factors are helping to drive results, and continued market strength

Caution! The Facts They Are a-Changin’

Credit spreads widened last week, a possible signal of credit weakness. Caution is advised in your market outlook.

Marlboro Man Eric Lawson Dies of Smoking-Related COPD

Eric Lawson, who portrayed the Marlboro man in the 70's, passed away due to respiratory failure caused by smoking-related COPD on Jan. 10.

3 Economic Headlines From the Shortened Trading Week

Despite last week's holiday-shortened schedule, some important economic information was released, and investors heading into this week should get in the know.

GOOG Stock – Google Buys Artificial Intelligence Startup DeepMind

Goolge, announced on Monday, that it bought the artificial intelligence startup DeepMind. The startup was reportedly bought for around $400 million.

F Stock – Ford Focus Is Best-Selling Car in the World

Ford says its Focus compact car is the top selling card in the world, boosting by strong Chinese sales.

TTM Stock – Tata Motors GM Falls to Death in Suspected Suicide

Tata Motors' (TTM) TTM stock is down 5% following news its General Manager died in what police are calling a potential suicide.

VOD Stock – Vodafone Shares Slump on AT&T No-Go

Shares of Vodafone (VOD) VOD stock fell to the lowest levels in five years following word from AT&T (T) that they would not be buying the company.

Marijuana News: Legalizing Weed May Lead to More Potent Pot

A recent study has discovered that legalizing weed may result in pot becoming more potent. The study found increased THC levels in areas where pot is legal.