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.

How Does the Market React to Elections?

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
This is the fourteenth election since the S&P 500 got its start more than 50 years ago. Take a look at how the markets have reacted to the event historically.

Health Care Law Prompts Shift to Part-Time Workers

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A number of employers in the restaurant and hotel business are increasing their numbers of part-time workers to avoid requirements of the health care law.

5 Pro Athletes Finding Success in the Restaurant Biz

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Peyton Manning, Magic Johnson and others are scoring off the field as well.

Oops! Hyundai, Kia Overstated Gas Mileage

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
The Korean automakers will pay owners with cars whose stickers misstated gas mileage over the last three years.

What Hope Means in Japan These Days

By Keith Fitz-Gerald
The "Lost Decade" in Japan is now three decades old, and new members of the political class are trying to make a huge difference for the future.

Goldman Sachs May Cash In on UBS’ Retreat

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The big margin on Wall Street in is bonds -- and a major player just bowed out.

NYC, New Jersey Strangled by Post-Sandy Gas Shortage

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, commuters in New York and New Jersey now have to deal with massive gas shortages, with many waiting hours to fill up.

Earnings Spotlight: Our Experts Weigh In

By Eric Harding, InvestorPlace Managing Editor
Amid the dire corporate earnings headlines so far, what are the key takeaways for investors? Our panel of advisers offer specific, investable ideas.

Starbucks Tells Taxman, Investors Two Different Stories

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Coffee chain Starbucks is facing questions from tax authorities across Europe over claiming losses for tax purposes while reporting profits to shareholders.

Hurricane Sandy: Beware the Bubble in Storm Stocks

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
It's tempting to pile into stocks like Home Depot or Briggs & Stratton in the wake of a big weather event, but guess what -- everyone else has the exact same idea.

5 Risky Games That Investors Play

By Jeff Reeves
If you're willing to take the tiger by the tail, here are five risky games that investors are playing -- and how you can join in.

Kia Unveils 4 Superhero-Themed Vehicles

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Automaker Kia is supporting the We Can Be Heroes charity by partnering with DC Entertainment to create several superhero-themed cars.

What Disney Plans to Do With Star Wars Franchise

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Media giant Disney has made another acquisition with movie titan Lucasfilm, bringing Star Wars and Indiana Jones into the Mouse family.

The 12 Most Interesting Charts for November

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Technical analysis is a valuable tool for traders -- here's what the charts are whispering as we get ready to enter November.

Investors Who Own Japanese Stocks About to Get a Surprise

By Keith Fitz-Gerald
The China-Japan trade relationship in on a rocky road due to the Senkaku/Daiouy Islands dispute, and the problems extend to U.S. investors in Japanese stocks

Look Who’s Asking Congress for Deficit Action

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
It would be a little easier to abide the Campaign to Fix the Debt CEO Fiscal Leadership Council's effort -- if the execs on it weren't so hypocritical.

Wall Street Closed Monday as Sandy Bears Down

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
The approaching storm prompted New York-based exchanges to close Monday -- and several companies to delay their earnings announcements.

The Best and Worst U.S. Airlines in August

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
U.S. airlines’ performance rose and consumer complaints fell in August, according to the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) most recent Air Travel Consumer Report.

McDonald’s to Sell Bagged Ground Coffee

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
McDonald's is gearing up for its next major push: the sale of bagged ground coffee at select stores in Canada.
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