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.

‘Record’ Corn Crop? It’s Still Buying Season

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
A record corn crop is expected, but the market doesn't seem to be factoring in the continuing effects of the drought. For investors, that means opportunity.

Studios Ask the Wizard for Box-Office Magic

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
In the world of finance, “Investing in Oz” is usually taken to mean investing in Australia. But with the recent interest in the 1939 classic movie The Wizard of Oz, the phrase has taken on a whole new meaning.

BP Trial Starts, But Legal Limbo Far From Over

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
The first phase of BP's trial has begun and, if found guilty of gross negligence, it could have severely underestimated how much money it needs for liabilities.

Does Underdog Nokia Have a Chance?

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Nokia is the clear underdog in the cell-phone world, but focusing on low-end products could set it apart from giants Apple and Samsung.

February Rate Roundup: CDs, Money Markets and Mortgages

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Loans got more expensive this month, pushing up borrowing costs for consumers, as savings rates were unchanged.

Does Anne Hathaway Control Berkshire Hathaway?

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Automated trading systems might be making an unwarranted connection between actress Anne Hathaway and company Berkshire Hathaway.

Cashed Out a Winning Investment in 2012? Check Your Cost Basis

By Jeff Reeves
Calculating your gains on a winning investment sounds simple, but sometimes special rules apply when it comes to finding your cost basis.

Man Booted From Flight for Taking Pic of Empty Seat

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
A travel blogger on a United flight from Newark, N.J., to Istanbul was removed after he took a picture of the plane's seats.

Whole Foods Store Pulls ‘Racist’ Obama Sign

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
A New York City Whole Foods location sparked controversy when it displayed a sign that depicted President Obama eating chicken.

Should I Buy GE Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
GE struggled big-time during the financial crisis, but has been recovering nicely of late. Is it time for you to jump in?

Turn Lost Property Into a Big Tax Break

By Jeff Reeves
When you file your taxes, remember you can claim a deduction for disaster damage to homes, cars and other property. Here are three details to know.

Kellogg Recalls Special K Red Berries Over Glass Fragments

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Cereal-maker Kellogg is recalling 36,000 boxes of Special K Red Berries cereal amid worries that they could contain glass fragments.

3 Reasons a Time-Meredith Magazine Marriage Makes Sense

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Combining the magazine divisions of these two major competitors is a promising proposal -- especially if they can capitalize on the growth in digital.

The Best and Worst U.S. Airlines in December

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Airline performance metrics retreated for the month of December as aviation system delays and late-arriving aircraft drove airlines’ on-time arrivals lower, according to the Department of Transportation’s latest Air Travel Consumer Report.

Despite Split, Don’t Dive Into Demand Media

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Demand Media announced plans to split is businesses today. The move makes sense, but I'd wait to jump in if I were you.

5 Tax Deductions You Forgot to Look For

By Jeff Reeves
Check out these five commonly overlooked deductions that may be worth noting as you prepare your 2012 taxes.

Marissa Mayer Revamps Yahoo’s Home Page

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Yahoo has revamped its webpage to include an integration with Facebook -- just the latest move under new CEO Marissa Mayer.

Faulty Battery Cable Prompts 750K Vehicle BMW Recall

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
BMW is recalling about 750,000 vehicles sold in the U.S., Canada, Japan and South Africa over defective battery cables that can fail leading to stalled engines.

Why E-tailers Aren’t Sweating Internet Sales Tax Legislation

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
An Internet sales tax surely wouldn't help Amazon and other e-tailers, but its potential negative consequences are being overblown.
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