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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.

Baidu Ban Sends Bitcoin Value Crashing

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer
Chinese search giant Baidu (BIDU) placed a ban on bitcoin for its music service users, and that sent the bitcoin value falling even further.

Bill Gross: Has the Bond King Been Dethroned?

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
The PIMCO Total Return fund was recently dethroned by the VISTX as the world's largest fund. And the future isn't looking bright for bond king Bill Gross.

With SHLD Stock Sinking Fast, Sears Kicks Lands’ End to the Curb

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Sears (SHLD) stock has been on a downward spiral for the past month; now the retail giant announced it is spinning off Lands' End as a separate entity.

Why the Comcast-TWC Merger Will Probably Not Happen

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
One FCC commissioner says that the Obama administration is unlikely to approve a merger between Comcast and Time Warner Cable.

Could Oil Stocks Soar in 2014 Thanks to New BP Technology?

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
New advancement in technology being led by BP may give oil stocks a boast next year as oil companies push to tap new sources for oil that is getting much harder to get at.

Kyle Bass Kisses JCP Stock Good-Bye

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
JC Penny (JCP) is having a big PR crisis with Kyle Bass' hedge fund Hayman Capital dropping its JCP stock.

Class of 2012: The Average Student Loan Debt Is …

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
The average student loan for 2012 college graduates is close to $30,000 which is $3,000 more than the class of 2011.

Thursday’s Biggest Stock Losers: SOL, WTSL, and More

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
In early Thursday trading, SOL and WTSL were just a few of the biggest stock losers for the morning. Find out what other stocks got battered.

As Solar Stocks Soar, CSIQ and JKS Are Leading the Way

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Solar stocks are seeing a boom of late, with Canadian Solar (CSIQ) and JinkoSolar (JKS) paving the way with a 40% growth for the industry.

KFC’s Food Safety Campaign Backfiring With Chinese Consumers

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
KFC's campaign to win back some of its customers has backfired and scared them away.

Applebee’s Adding 100K Tablets to Its Tables in 2014

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Every Applebee's table will soon have a tablet to help customers customize their orders and play video games.

AAPL, MSFT Top List for Most Popular Stocks

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Forbes is reporting that the most popular guru stocks for Q3 were Microsoft (MSFT), Oracle (ORCL), Apple (AAPL) and Exxon (XOM).

Wednesday’s Biggest Stock Losers: EXPR, SHLD and More

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
In early Wednesday trading, SHLD and EXPR were just a few of the biggest stock losers for the morning. Find out what other stocks got battered.

Top 5 Cities Attracting Millennials

By Carla Lake, InvestorPlace Staff
Find out which cities 20- and 30-somethings are moving to -- and why.

Markets and Bulls are Feasting on Perky Data

By Bryan Perry
Markets are back open for business following the Thanksgiving holiday, and some key economic data may telegraph the remainder of 2014

Court Ruling May Save BP Hundreds of Millions in Spill Payments

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
BP has won an injunction stopping some contested damage payments from a $9.2 billion settlement over the 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.

What Lies Ahead? For Now, Optimism in the Market

By Bryan Perry
The market trend is up, but be aware of the potential for a correction in the 2% to 3% range...which would be very a healthy event

Rite Aid Cuts Flu Shot Prices through Dec. 14

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Rite Aid has reduced the price of flu shots by $5 for the week of December 8-14.

6 Stock Movers You Missed During Black Friday Shopping

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
While the rush was on to nab the perfect gift during the craziness of Black Friday shopping, there were several stock winners and stock losers emerging.
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