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.

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.

In Case You Missed Monday

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The rally in equities takes a timeout.

Stock Rally Takes a Timeout

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The market ends flat, but the positive momentum is alive and well.

Higher Scrutiny May Power Down Nuclear Stocks

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Nuclear plant operators will be facing higher costs in the very near future due to increased oversight from federal regulators.

Abbott Labs May Lead a Big Pharma Bounceback

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer
When the sector revives, this stock could break out.

Jobs Data Gives Stocks Room to Jump

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The market rallies again, as the Dow hits an intraday high.

Markman: It’s Still All About Housing

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
The home-building depression is a bigger problem than Libya and Japan combined.
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