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.

Don’t Be a Victim of the Next Zeekler.com

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Ponzi schemes have swindled billions of hard-earned dollars from even the most intelligent investors. Here's how you can avoid becoming another mark.

Popcorn Crops Feel Midwest Drought Squeeze

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
The drought in the Midwest is reducing the corn harvest and raising prices for popcorn, though movie theaters may be reluctant to raise already high prices.

Fall Leaves and Stocks Dropping

By Richard Band
As the season changes we are making similar change to our portfolio including rotating out of PEP and into KO

Toys R Us Waives Fee for Layaway Program

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Toys “R” Us announced that its holiday layaway program will no longer include upfront service fees from now through October 31.

Burger King Reveals 7 New Menu Items for Fall 2012

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Burger King is launching new limited-time-only menu items, and like its rival, McDonald's, the burger chain is diverting its attention from beef to chicken.

Tiger Woods Is First Golfer to Top $100 Million in Winnings

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Golfing legend Tiger Woods' third-place finish in Monday's Deutsche Bank Championship brought his career-total winnings to more than $100 million.

5 Ugly Myths About the S&P 500

By Jeff Reeves
There's a lot of investor misunderstanding about the S&P 500 and how it is calculated. Here's what you should know.

Gold vs. Silver: Which Is the All-Time Champ?

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
When it comes down to it, which precious metal -- gold or silver -- makes for a better long-term investment? There are several factors to weigh.

Wells Fargo Fires Worker for 10-Cent Crime Committed in 1963

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
When Richard Eggers was about 19-years-old, he did something "stupid." His lapse of judgement then cost him his job at Wells Fargo ... 49 years later.

5 Things That Will Keep Driving Food Prices Higher

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Food prices are rising, and there looks to be little relief in store. That's because these five factors (among others) will continue to push costs higher.

Chipotle Caught Cheating Customers as Company Policy

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
With the help of a news blog, a Chipotle customer recently brought attention to the company's policy of rounding a bill to the nearest nickel.

Are Small Caps Vulnerable to the Fiscal Cliff?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Small caps have outperformed in August, but the oncoming fiscal cliff could stop the rally in its tracks.

Trouble Brewing Down Under in One of World’s Few Growing Economies

By Jeff Reeves
Australia's growing economy may be the envy of the world, but there are still some reasons for concern down under.

Detroit’s Big 3 Heading for Labor Showdown

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Negotiations between the Big Three and the Canadian Auto Workers union are underway and the outcome has the Canadian auto industry hanging in the balance.

How CEO Intends to Make Yahoo ‘Absolute Best Place to Work’

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
In a recent late-night email,Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer announced more plans to create a more cohesive corporate culture.

What Lunatics Are Investing in Japan?

By Jeff Reeves
Japan has long been a prime example of stagnation, and now the country has even lowered its economic outlook.

Turning Off iPads on Takeoff, Landing May Not Be Necessary

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
The FAA is forming a group to study its current policies and procedures regarding consumer use of portable electronic devices like during takeoff and landing.

Tropical Storm Isaac Spells Energy Trouble

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Hurricane Isaac is expected to be at least a Category 1 and a disaster to the Gulf area -- and energy production and prices.

Gold, Silver Futures Tick Up Slightly

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold and silver futures show subtle gains Monday. Miners suffer losses, with Kinross Gold, Nova Gold and Silver Standard all taking it on the chin.
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