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.

4 Smartphones Defining This Year’s Market

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Apple (AAPL) has some company in this year's battleground.

Regional Banks Headed for Buyout Boom

By Sean van Zyl, Captial Markets & Financial Writer
Fewer banks will hold significant sway over geographic markets.

In Case You Missed Monday

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
Stocks did what they always do -- at least since September.

The Best Sector for a Boring Market

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Buy oil tanker stocks as a hedge against a possible slowdown in crude oil prices.

Inflation Hawks Becoming an Endangered Species

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Progress in Egypt boosts markets, but inflation still threatens despite Fed's denial.

Rebound in Business Travel Lifts Airline Stocks, Weighs on Margins

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Business travel flights from airline stocks is improving, but carriers like United, Continental, Delta and American need to keep an eye on margins despite better corporate flight sales.

Stocks Grind Out Another Win

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The market does what it does -- starts low and finishes higher, as commodities provide a push.

Tablet PC Market About to Get Crowded

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Many companies are taking on Apple's (AAPL) iPad, but can they compete on price?

Will Obama’s $3.73T Budget Help or Hurt Investors and the Economy?

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
President Obama released his $3.73 trillion White House budget plan to Congress today, and investors are digesting how it will impact defense stocks, consumer spending and the overall economy.

Monday’s Apple Rumors — iPhone Nano?

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
A smaller, cheaper version of Apple's (AAPL) ubiquitous smartphone is expected next quarter.

Twitter Merger Talk is Good for Twitter

By Kevin Kelleher, Technology & Markets Contributor
Talks of merging with Facebook or Google only drives up the company's value.

Starbucks to Launch Single Serve Coffee Line

By Jeff Reeves
Now that a judge has ruled that Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) can cancel its retail relationship with Kraft (NYSE: KFT), the coffee stock is going to produce K-Cup single serve units that are a big threat to Green Mountain Coffee (NASDAQ: GMCR.

Why Inflation Is Investors’ #1 Fear

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Inflation is a large part of the reason for unrest in Egypt, and a big reason investors could face a shock soon.

Stocks Stay Adrift

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
Let's face it -- this market hasn't moved since Monday.

11 Signs the Bull Market is Here to Stay

By Jeff Reeves
Economic indicators show that a bull market rally is here to stay for stocks and the American economy.

Railroad Stock Rally May Signal Economic Recovery

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Economic recovery has helped major railroad stocks like Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) CSX Corp. (NYSE: CSX) and Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC).

4 Biofuel Stocks to Watch in 2011

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
The bright outlook for this burgeoning sector could help stocks like Archer Daniels Midland (ADM).

Baidu Rally Runs Far From Reality Check

By Kevin Kelleher, Technology & Markets Contributor
The "Chinese Google" has stretched the limits of stock valuation.

Momentum Carries Another Day for Stocks

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
Another day of light volume keeps the trend higher intact.
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