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.

Late Rally Can’t Overcome Slow Start

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor Mar 14, 2011

Too much uncertainty means a down day for stocks.

What Market Aftershocks Can We Expect?

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Mar 14, 2011

With both Bank of Japan and the Fed continuing to pump money into their respective banking systems, I suspect that worldwide GDP growth will continue rising, despite last week's tragedies.

Lilly Targets Animal Health Kingdom

By Mar 14, 2011

The company looks to offset its flagging core drug business with another animal-health acquisition.

Buyout May Be Lilly’s Best Hope

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer Mar 14, 2011

A shareholder proposal may clear the way for a takeover of the pharmaceutical giant.

In Case You Missed the Weekend

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor Mar 14, 2011

All eyes are on Japan.

4 Companies Riding the Internet Radio Wave

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer Mar 13, 2011

Google is getting in on what may be the key to refueling digital music sales.

Stocks Move Higher On Oil’s Slide

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor Mar 11, 2011

The Dow regains 12,000 as crude ticks lower again.

Video Game Consoles Sales Give Sector a Boost

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer Mar 11, 2011

The Xbox and Wii help overall revenue rise 3%.

Cross-Border Trucking Dispute Weighs on Industry

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer Mar 11, 2011

Should taxpayers foot the bill for Mexican truck safety?

It’s Time to Give IBM Props

By Kevin Kelleher, Technology & Markets Contributor Mar 11, 2011

How many tech stocks are up more than 50% since the dot-com boom?

Selloff Crushes Market Leaders

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist Mar 11, 2011

Daily stock market news shows that a selloff in stocks is weighing on the market today.

In Case You Missed Thursday

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor Mar 11, 2011

The market falls below those big, round numbers

Dow Loses 12,000, Stocks Fall to Five-Week Low

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor Mar 10, 2011

The market tanks as global economic and political fears surge.

Microsoft Needs to Prime the Kinect Pump

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer Mar 10, 2011

Momentum looks to be waning with no new games on tap

Need an Untapped Energy Play? Try Waste Management

By Mark Ingebretsen, Oil & Energy Writer Mar 10, 2011

Here's a less risky renewable energy stock.

Starbucks Perks, Blue Skies for Cumulus

By Jon Najarian, optionMonster Mar 10, 2011

Several big deals this morning with Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) teaming with Green Mountain Coffee (NASDAQ: GMCR), and Cumulus (NASDAQ: CMLS) buying Citadel.