Market Analysis

The markets are constantly in flux, which means that picking the right stocks is like hitting a bull’s-eye on a moving target. InvestorPlace’s savviest financial analysts and editors tackle the important, sector-wide issues, analyzing how top-level trends trickle down through individual stocks, so that you can make smart decisions with your money.

The Fed Just Opened a Door to Stunning Stock Gains

With its dovish commentary, rate projections, and initial jumbo cut, the Fed is priming the economy and markets for a strong rebound.

You Might Be Steering Your Portfolio to Ruin

Today, I’m going to talk about why investors need to revise the way they invest... and why they need to put the power of technology on their side.

Put Your Money on 50 Basis Points

A WSJ article has shifted market expectations … the importance of Fed forward guidance … the growing uncertainty about tomorrow … don’t miss the big…

Quant Ratings Updated on 107 Stocks

In today’s Market 360, I will address what may happen with tomorrow’s Fed announcement. I should also note that we won’t see much action in the markets until after the Fed meeting. So, I’ll also share how you can best position yourself to profit following the Fed’s announcement.

[Weekly Roundup] “Don’t Stop Believin’” In Technological Progress… Even in the Face of Destruction

As the pace of technological progress accelerates exponentially, so does the pace of creative destruction. This dynamic helps explain why members of the major stock market indices tend to get the boot more quickly than they used to.

Rate Cuts to Energize Markets, Score Investors Tremendous Profits

The data suggests we're starting a ‘good’ rate-cutting cycle. And in other ‘good’ cycles, stocks soared in the year after the first rate cut.

The Fed is Warming Up the Printing Press

Our nation has a massive demographic challenge … get ready for huge spend on Social Security and healthcare … entitlements have exploded … where to…

Rate Cuts: Entering a New Era of Explosive Stock Gains

With rate cuts just days away, we think the Fed will soon help to spark a multi-year stock market rally that lasts into 2025 and 2026.

Weekly Upgrades and Downgrades

During these busy times, it pays to stay on top of the latest profit opportunities. And today's blog post should be a great place to start.

The Latest Inflation Reports Are in… Is the Wild Ride Over?

Just like a rollercoaster, inflation can be dizzying and unpredictable. And the best way to pinpoint what is driving inflation higher or lower is by tracking two key reports: the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Producer Price Index (PPI).

If You Haven’t Struck Oil, Do This Instead

While there is no perfect investment method, there is a way to allocate your assets intelligently. This will then help you set yourself up for the best chance at success. There are multiple facets to this strategy, but the one I want to focus on today is stocks to buy and hold forever.

A “Highlights” Show for Stocks

In case you’re new to the Digest, Louis is a “quant.” That means his investing style focuses on data and high-speed computing power. He is as frustrated as many of the rest of us … waiting and waiting for the Fed to act on interest rates.

Interest Rates To Fall: Why A Profitable Stock Boom Is Next

With the Fed’s first interest rate cut coming in less than a week, we suspect you’ll soon see traders rush to pile back into stocks.

Why Apple’s AI Announcement This Week Is a Big Deal…

Despite the muted reaction from the media and the public, the news that Apple is integrating AI into its phones is a big deal, folks.

The “Miracle” Glasses Powered By The AI Revolution

In today’s Market 360, I’ll share the details of one of those breakthroughs, and explain how AI is making it possible. I’ll also share more about the companies that are innovating with AI, and how you can position yourself to profit from the AI Revolution.

Why the Fed Will Soon Inspire a Powerful Market Rally

With a soft landing achievable, inflation at nearly 2% and the labor market buckling, it's likely the Fed will cut rates many times into 2025.

Balancing Risk/Reward in Today’s Market

“No signs of a recession” … actually, there are abundant signs of a recession … but “stay invested” is the right call … how to…

The Latest Inflation Reports Are in… Is the Wild Ride Over?

In today’s Market 360, let’s discuss this week’s inflation reports. Then we will gauge what can be expected of the Federal Reserve and its rate cut decision at next week’s meeting.

Stock Investors Can’t Ignore This “Alert” From the Bond Markets

Last Friday, the 10-Year Treasury yield rose above the 2-Year yield for the first time in over two years. This “dis-inversion” (or reversion) of the spread is an extremely bullish sign because it undoes the yield inversion we’ve seen since June 2022 – a typical warning of an upcoming recession. Friday’s “dis-inversion” means the recession alarm has now been lifted.