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.

‘Twas a Famous Victory But Caution Lies Ahead

By Richard Band
The Case-Shiller report showed home prices rose slightly, but the big beneficiary of monetary policy so far is the stock market. Keep looking for bargains

September Rate Roundup: CDs, Money Markets and Mortgages

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Borrowers are getting better rates as of September, but savers keep getting squished.

Lennar Sputters after Strong Earnings Report

By Traders Reserve
Home builder Lennar continued a run of strong earnings for home builders however a morning rally in the stock faded by the end of the day

Why It’s Time to Ditch the Dow

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
No Apple? No Google? Heck, even if the Dow Jones Industrial Average added them, the venerable blue-chip average still would be irrelevant.

Will Social Security Disappear Before You Qualify?

By Jeff Reeves
No, it won’t – but it could change dramatically in the years ahead. Here's a look at some myths -- and realities -- you need to know.

2012 Banking Survey: Banks Go Fee Happy

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Bankrate's 2012 Checking Survey found that checking account fees are rising fast, with some jumping 25%, as banks try to offset the impact of new rules.

Dow Trying to Make Room for Apple and Google

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
The venerable Dow Jones Industrial Average may be in for some structural changes to allow Google, Apple and Berkshire Hathaway access.

“Crossing Wall Street” Market Review Urges Caution

By Ed Elfenbein, Editor of Crossing Wall Street
Wall Street's run has been quite nice, but caution is urged heading into third quarter earnings season. Meanwhile 3 stocks stick out as good investment buys

The Best and Worst U.S. Airlines in July

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Here are July 2012’s Best and Worst Airlines as measured by performance in three areas: on-time flights, mishandled baggage and complaints.

Forbes: America’s Wealthiest People 2012

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Forbes has released its list of the 400 Wealthiest Americans for 2012, which includes familiar names like Bill Gates, Warren Buffett and a number of Waltons.

What Does China’s Threat of a ‘Bond Attack’ on Japan Mean for the U.S.?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
China hinted that it would use bonds as weapon in its dispute. with Japan. Would it do the same to the United States?

Uh Oh — More Big Layoffs Are Cooking

By Jeff Reeves
You would think that, almost four years after the Great Recession, we would have primed the job market pump by now. Based on recent layoff news, you'd be wrong.

5 Overlooked Goods Suffering From Inflation

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
There's plenty of ado about oil prices, and rightfully so. But these other widely used but lesser-ballyhooed products also have been creeping up in price.

Flight From Safety As the Market Steams Ahead

By Richard Band
Recent market moves forward are drawing caution from those who believe the market is ahead of itself, and here are some ways to safely play the trend

Is the Ugly Inflation Beast About to Gore the Economy?

By Jeff Reeves
Policy makers have prioritized maximizing employment over putting a lid on inflation, but dangerous levels could creep up on us before we know it.

11 More Billionaires Commit to Donating Half Their Fortunes

By InvestorPlace Staff
11 billionaires and their families have joined the Giving Pledge, promising to donate at least half their wealth to various causes.

Sit Down and Eat: It’s National Cheeseburger Day!

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
It's National Cheeseburger Day: A time to celebrate a great American way to eat beef ... and possibly sniff out an investment or two.

Banks Are Setting Us Up For Economic Problems Again

By Keith Fitz-Gerald
Banks are lobbying for changes in the requirements for collateral backing risky hedging products, and the fallout could be another bailout down the road.

Winklevoss Twins Invest $1 Million in a ‘Facebook’ for Investors

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Winklevoss twins, famous from their Facebook dispute, are moving on from the Zuckerberg showdown and investing in a new social media site.
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