Market Analysis

The markets are constantly in flux, which means that picking the right stocks is like hitting a bull’s-eye on a moving target. InvestorPlace’s savviest financial analysts and editors tackle the important, sector-wide issues, analyzing how top-level trends trickle down through individual stocks, so that you can make smart decisions with your money.

Weekly Upgrades and Downgrades

During these busy times, it pays to stay on top of the latest profit opportunities. And today's blog post should be a great place to start.

ChatGPT’s Creator is Betting Big on This “Limitless Energy” Breakthrough

Inflation rates should keep dropping over the coming months, renewing investors' hopes for rate cuts. As that happens, stocks should soar.

Apple Forges a Distinct Path in the AI Race

Following the announcement of Apple Intelligence, AAPL surged on Wednesday to briefly become the world’s most valuable company… and did so again on Thursday.

The Fed Doesn’t Know What It’s Doing

In case you’re new to the Digest, Louis is a “quant.” That means his investing style focuses on data and high-speed computing power. He is as frustrated as many of the rest of us … waiting and waiting for the Fed to act on interest rates.

What’s Behind CrowdStrike’s Recent Jump… and Why It Should Keep Climbing

In today’s Market 360, I’ll explain what was behind the jump in CRWD stock… and how growth in artificial intelligence could push it even higher. And then, I’ll share where you can learn more about other stocks that are set to explode thanks to AI.

Stock Splits 101: The 5 Most Common Questions Answered

Here's what investors may want to consider when it comes to stock splits, and why so many companies are in this game right now.

Apple Bites Into AI…Does That Mean You Should Take a Bite Out of Apple Stock?

In today’s Market 360, I’ll highlight a few of Apple Intelligence’s capabilities, and then I’ll share if Apple’s foray into AI makes the stock a buy right now. 

Why Fed Rate Cuts Are Coming Sooner Than You Think

Now, why would the Fed cut rates by September, before inflation actually falls to 2%? Just look at the state of the labor market.

3 CEOs Who Could Steer Boeing Back to Clear Skies

Boeing is on the hunt for a new CEO to fix all that ails it. Some of the highest-paid CEOs will be considered for the turnaround.

Medical Debt Hurting Your Credit Score? How Biden’s New Plan Could Fix That

Let's dive into a new plan from the Biden Administration aimed at helping those with credit score issues and medical debt navigate the system.

Preparing for More Market “Chaos”

A trip down memory lane with “transitory” inflation … the Fed’s track record on soft landings … why Charles Sizemore is betting on “chaos” ……

Everything You Need to Know About the June FOMC Meeting and Inflation Readings

In today’s Market 360, we’ll take a closer look at the dot plot and how many rate cuts the FOMC officials are now anticipating this year. I’ll also explain why I’m upset with the Federal Reserve. In addition, I’ll review the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) readings and if they could impact the Fed’s rate-cut timeline.

A Win for Bulls Today…But How Big?

CPI inflation comes in softer than expected … the Fed’s Dot Plot suggests just one rate cut this year … Powell’s tone is balanced ……

Gold to $3,000? Why a Bull Case Just Got More Bullish 

How high can gold prices go? A surprising new study suggests that gold could actually rise another 30% to hit that magical $3,000 mark this year.  

Tech Stocks Will Party Like It’s 1998 All Over Again

Once the Fed starts cutting interest rates, a lot of pent-up money should shift back into the stock market and red-hot tech stocks.

3 Companies Shaking in Their Boots After Apple WWDC 2024

Apple WWDC 2024 was a big deal for the tech titan. Here are the companies that should be worried about Apple's recent developments.

This Could Be the Next Trillion-Dollar Company

AI is an incredibly powerful – almost scarily powerful – megatrend, and the implications of its deployment will supercharge choice companies into previously unachievable milestones… including the coveted trillion-dollar market cap.

CPI/Fed Meeting Preview

Why Luke Lango says last week’s blazing jobs report was actually soft … what is the Sahm Rule telling us? … Louis Navellier on the…

The Three Economic Reports to Watch This Week…

This is a big week for economic news, folks. The Federal Reserve is holding its latest policy meeting today and tomorrow. And investors are anxious…