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.

Why Warren Buffett Hates Gold

The iconic Berkshire Hathaway investor doesn't like the precious metal. These three quotes from him explain why.

Everything You Need to Know About Gold Prices

The recent bear market in gold has pushed the price down over a three-month period, something very rare for the precious commodity. Hang on for the long term.

10 Remarkable Women Who Shaped U.S. Business History

Some you've heard of, some you haven't, but each of these 10 women made major contributions to American business.

USAA: Best Value Vehicles 2012

The United Services Automobile Association (USAA) has unveiled its annual list of the best value cars.

10 Highlights From the Life of Vidal Sassoon

Legendary celebrity hairstylist Vidal Sassoon achieved monumental success. Here are 10 highlights from his extraordinary life.

Meet Chase’s ‘Liquid’ Card

Banking giant JPMorgan Chase is launching a new prepaid debit card that will operate like a checking and savings account hybrid.

2 Elections, 1 Jobs Number and 0 Time to Waste

The presidential election in November is likely to hinge on the economy and how each candidate fares in answers on how to get things moving again.

Forbes: The World’s 10 Richest Women

Wal-Mart heiress Christy Walton once again tops Forbes' list of the world's wealthiest women. See who else cracked the top 10 in 2012.

Hedge Funds’ 5 Most Influential Women

While most of the estimated $2T in hedge fund investments are managed by men, these 5 women have prominent roles in running billions of dollars.

Spain: All Crisis, No Solutions for Savers

Spanish saving rates are abysmal, and investors don't appear to be looking around for manageable alternatives, like gold.

Big-Bank Bashing: Everyone’s Doing It

We're not saying it's right or wrong, but it's been trendy for smaller financial institutions to take a poke at the big guys. Here's a look at 5 funny ads.

Energy Independence: The Gulf’s Growing Role

Largely ignored after the BP disaster, the Gulf is back and becoming more important -- for the country and for investors.

Improving on ‘Sell in May and Go Away’

Combine it with another old saw -- 'The Trend Is Your Friend' -- and see what a difference that makes.

What Magazine Covers Really Say About the Stock Market

Magazine cover stories occasionally tell the tale of fads or trends that are just about to end. Investors can look to those headlines and decide for themselves

U.S. Market News Is Cautiously Optimistic For Investors

Economic news released last week isn't as bad as some might fear, and although European markets are in some turmoil, again all is not as grave as advertised

The Fed Takes Off the Economy’s Training Wheels

While the economic outlook detailed in last week's reports might not be strongly positive, some nuggets are what the Fed can hang their hats on heading into Q2.

Kashi Cereal Might Not Be All That ‘Natural’

Kellogg's Kashi brand has been under fire after reports that some of its cereals could contain genetically modified ingredients and traces of pesticides.

Central Bank Stimulus: The End of the Pier Show

World-wide banks have expanded balance sheets in an effort to ease monetary policies and get economies through the slowdowns. What comes next?

GDP Slows to 2.2%, Below Forecasts

The U.S. growth rate continued expanding in Q1, but less briskly and missing economists’ forecasts of at least 2.5% growth.