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.

Gold, Recession and Why Britain’s Winning the Currency War

By BullionVault
It's an appropriate time to consider the environment British investors face over the next few years and what it means for anyone who has made a gold investment.

Mortgage Rates Dip to New Low

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Weak U.S. and European economies have contributed to record-low mortgage rates in the U.S.

Overseas Corruption Probes: Beyond Wal-Mart

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A total of 150 companies and individuals are under scrutiny for violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

Investment Advice: 5 Ways to Conquer Gambler’s Ruin

By Keith Fitz-Gerald
Investors can learn from gamblers on how to avoid losing their money over time by applying some simple rules and adhering to smart strategies. Here are five.

$500 Million MetLife ‘Death Master’ Settlement

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
State regulators and MetLife agree to a $500 million settlement over unclaimed life insurance benefits.

The Superheroes of Central Banking

By BullionVault
World-wide central bankers appear to be running behind on efforts to get out in front of monetary policy to fight inflation. Who will lead?

United Technologies Earnings Beat Forecasts

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
UTX posted a 19% jump in earnings, excluding charges related to the sale of business units. The Carrier cooling business saw a 19% rise in orders.

Dutch Debt ‘On Edge of Downgrade’ — European Market Update

By BullionVault
Political and economic uncertainty is rising in the Netherlands as the government grapples with deficits and a collapsing political coalition.

Fishermen Furious Over Whole Foods’ ‘Marketing Ploy’

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Whole Foods says a new policy governing which fish it sells is to prevent overfishing -- however, some fishermen see the guidelines as a marketing ploy.

Key Economic Reports to Watch This Week

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Among a number of reports coming out this week are durable goods and first quarter GDP figures, both of which figure to move the market.

Economic News You Can Use

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Data released last week from the Commerce and Housing department, among others, helped drive the markets. It's time to discuss the reports and their importance.

The Best Credit Cards for Bad Credit

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
CNN Money offers a list of the best credit cards for consumers with poor credit histories.

Cities With Most (and Least) Green Car Shoppers

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Cars.com’s list of the cities with car shoppers most and least interested in high fuel economy vehicles finds California most interested in green cars and southern states the least.

Buffett and Gates Gain New Pledges to Charitable Giving

By InvestorPlace Staff
Billionaire philanthropists Bill Gates and Warren Buffett welcomed 12 new members to their exclusive club dedicated to lifetime charitable giving.

Mixed Market Is Ideal for High-Yield Investing

By Bryan Perry
Recent economic news suggests that the U.S. and European economies are not out of the woods on slow growth yet, suggesting that low rates in the U.S. will stay

Invest Smarter in the New Biotech Landscape

By Traders Reserve
Big phara and biotech companies are slowly becoming one and the same. Investors can profit from the merge with solid research and timing.

Fearful, Anti-Social Cash Hoarding

By BullionVault
Cash on hand is now at higher levels than ever, and it is one of the reasons economic growth may be hindered. History is not on the side of cash hoarding.

CR: Top 10 Corporate Citizens for 2012

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Bristol-Myers Squibb tops Corporate Responsibility (CR) Magazine's list of 100 Best Corporate Citizens for 2012.

Why Wall Street Can’t Escape the Eurozone

By Keith Fitz-Gerald
The Eurozone crises is real, with Spain in particular getting hit very hard. While the outlook is not very promising, there are ways to avoid the turmoil.
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