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.

Egypt Gives VIX a Volatility Rush

By Adam Warner
The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) exploded in response to riots in Egypt, along with option traders covering their short sales.

5 Reasons Ford (F) is Better Than You Think After Earnings

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Despite bad earnings from Ford NYSE:F, there are many reasons this automaker stock is a good investment to buy for 2011.

Why the Stock Selloff is Just Beginning

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
A bear market selloff could be in the work after the recent stock sell off in the wake of Egypt unrest and stock volatility.

Even if Taco Bell Has Real Beef, It Doesn’t Have Quality

By Jeff Reeves
Regardless of the Taco Bell beef recipe, a recent lawsuit against Yum Brands shows the fast food restaurant must focus on quality menu items like McDonald's and Wendy's.

Why Your Best Investment Right Now is a Home

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Housing market data shows improving home sales, indicating now may be the time to buy a house as an investment.

Mosaic Selling at Mouth-Watering Discount

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Agriculture stock The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) sold off last week, but its fundamentals are strong. Find out why this is a top stock to buy.

Gold – Your Worst Investment in 2011

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
Gold prices have risen steadily, but it's time to sell gold in 2011 because the commodity is losing the supply and demand game.

Why Small Caps Are Better Than Large Caps

By Jeff Reeves
Data of small cap stocks vs. large cap stocks over the last three years favors investment in smaller companies and the Russell 2000 index.

Sara Lee LBO Shows Credit Markets and Buyouts Going Strong

By Jeff Reeves
Sara Lee (NYSE: SLE), one of the most iconic names in the grocery aisles, could be the target of the biggest LBO leveraged buyout deal of 2011.

5 Reasons Investors Should Love Obama

By Jeff Reeves
President Barack Obama gets a bad rap as a Wall Street enemy, but investors have actually been helped by policies in four key investing sectors.

Small Cap Weakness Points to Market Correction

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
Stock have been moving lower this week, but the key point is the divergence between small cap stocks and blue chips.

What Buffett Departure from WPO Board Means

By Jeff Reeves
Warren Buffett announced he’ll be stepping down from the board of the Washington Post (NYSE: WPO).

Steel Stocks Fail to Show Strength

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Steel sector stocks such as AK Steel NYSE: AKS, Arcelor Mittal NYSE: MT, POSCO NYSE: PKX and U.S. Steel NYSE: X are fading after a strong finish to 2010.

3 Ways to Bring Nokia Back

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Here's how the company can grab back its mobile momentum.

Economic Recovery Forges On Despite Negatives

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
U.S. economy's momentum remains strong despite inflation, jobless claims and rising oil prices, as the trade deficit improves and a weak U.S. dollar boosts exports.

How to Profit From the M&A Boom of 2011

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
One of the dominant themes of 2011 will be merger and acquisition activity. Here's how to profit from the trend...

Are Earnings Expectations Too High on Wall Street?

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
With Alcoa (NYSE: AA) posting mixed Q410 results after the bell on Monday and Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) posting a fourth-quarter earnings jump of 48%, earnings season is now in full swing.

McDonald’s In Sticky Situation With Vt. Over ‘Maple’ Oatmeal Dispute

By Jeff Reeves
McDonald's NYSE:MCD and its Fruit and Maple Oatmeal have run afoul of Vermont laws regarding maple syrup.

It’s Lonely Being a Bear – But Better for Your Portfolio

By ETFguide
It's lonely being a bear in a stock market when everyone expects profits - lonely, but the right investment strategy.
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