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 Investors Should Choose Stocks

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
When investing now, investors should choose stocks over other investments -- even if their emotions say otherwise.

US Airways Eyes 3 Merger Options – United, American or Delta

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
US Airways NYSE:LCC is the last great airline merger candidate, with Delta, United Continental and American all vying for the airlines stock.

Stocks Take a Step Backward

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The market's previous rally sparks were in full retreat mode Friday.

Kindle, Nook Find Safe Haven in Google’s Android

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Including apps will prolong e-readers' shelf life.

PIIGS Debt Problems Plague Portugal – Is Italy or Spain Next?

By ETFguide
PIIGS debt woes have officially crippled Portugal, resulting in a bailout, and Spain and Italy may be next.

New Wireless Network Could Get Airplanes Lost

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Carriers' GPS signals may be scrambled.

Cisco Shares — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Sluggish tech giant Cisco has promised changes are in the works -- but will they be enough? Here are 3 pros and 3 cons behind CSCO stock now

Stocks Stay Stuck in Neutral

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
Earthquakes and higher oil prices can't budge the market's rangebound ways.

3 Ways to Make YouTube a TV Player

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Here's the way Google can stay ahead of the game.

The Sad Skinny On Obesity-Drug Stocks

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer
Obesity drugs have yet to produce a big payday.

Electronic Arts May Have Room to Run

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
A big late-year game schedule could bring more upside to Electronic Arts (ERTS).

As Usual, Stocks Push Higher

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
After two flat days, the market does what it's done for seven straight months.

Boeing Shares Show Some Bounce

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Investors seem to shrug off plane safety issues.

Nasdaq Rebalance Can’t Hide Tech’s Dinosaurs

By Kevin Kelleher, Technology & Markets Contributor
The Nasdaq 100 has become a haven for too many low-growth stocks.

In Case You Missed Tuesday

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
Another flat day, unless you like gold and silver.

Stocks Slide Sideways Again

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The market finishes flat, as large-caps are looking a little tired.

American Airlines, Expedia Make Up

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Expedia blinks, but gets back a big chunk of business.

Medical Lab Test Stocks Poised for Big Payday

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer
This sector should boom as early detection becomes medicine's future

Southwest Shares Still On the Decline

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
The carrier falls for a second day as regulators step up inspections.
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