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.

Quant Ratings Updated on 74 Stocks

In today’s Market 360, we’ll preview what to expect from the upcoming PCE report. We’ll also discuss why April’s numbers are particularly important as the Federal Reserve mulls over potential key interest rate cuts later this year. Then, I’ll share how you can prepare for potential volatility ahead by ensuring that your portfolio is full of fundamentally superior stocks...

Two Sector Trades to Make Today

What’s behind copper’s rollercoaster ride? … where Luke Lango says the next profit wave is about to hit … some well-deserved “congratulations” on market wins…

Three Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

While there is no perfect investment method, there is a way to allocate your assets intelligently. Today, I want to focus on stocks to buy and hold forever.

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.

3 S&P 500 CEOs Due for a Kroger-Style Pay Cut

Excessive CEO pay remains a blight on corporate America. It’s time to see more CEO pay cuts like Kroger’s in 2023.

Why You Should Make Room for Data Centers in Your Portfolio

Today, we’ll shine a spotlight on the data centers wars, the current cloud computing behemoths, and what it all means as an investment opportunity.

How to Pick the Market Winners More Often

Believe or not there are a few predictable things in the market. And knowing when and where these events take place can give you a huge edge.

Target vs. Costco…Which One Should You Buy After Earnings?

Both retail giants announced earnings recently. And it was, indeed, a tale of two retailers. So, I thought we should spend some time dissecting the earnings reports of both companies in today’s Market 360.

PCE Inflation Keeps Markets in Limbo

PCE inflation remains sticky … why gold wins regardless of where inflation goes … gold has crushed stocks since 2000 … the “government debt” tailwind…

Inflation Is Cooling – Here’s What This Means for the Fed and Investors

In today’s Market 360, we will take a look at the report and see if we can draw any conclusions about rate cuts later this year. I’ll also discuss how inflation jitters have weighed on the Treasury market recently, and why this could actually force the Fed’s hand.

How AI and EVs Are Making Copper the New Gold

Today, we’re joined by Thomas Yeung. let’s take a look at why it’s been so difficult for competitors to cash in on this metals boom... And at how investors can cash in.

Why High Grocery Prices May Become Focal Point of the 2024 Election

Let's dive into why high grocery prices have become such a sticking point for consumers, and what they may mean for the election.

Brace Yourself: The Bears Are in Charge and Volatility Is Making a Comeback

Warning signs in utility stocks, gold, and Treasurys suggest that a ramp up in volatility is just around the corner.

The Fed Needs Higher Unemployment and a Housing Market Crash to Beat Inflation

Until housing costs come down, the Fed will not be able to get inflation under control. That's why it needs a recession to shock the system.

Inflation Relief: Which Retail Giants Are Slashing Prices?

For many consumers, it may not feel like inflation relief is on the horizon. That said, we are seeing some retailers cutting prices.

This Data Point Could Send the Market Soaring

The 10-year Treasury yield’s pressure on stocks … the divergence of returns in the S&P … a tale of two 2024s … the forecast for…

Energy Prices Are Headed Higher This Summer – Here’s How to Profit

In today’s Market 360, I want to touch on a different angle of the energy sector. With all this merger mania in the news, it seems folks are missing a key takeaway when it comes to the energy sector this summer.

The AI Stocks Set to Soar This Summer

For nearly two years, AI chip stocks have been the market’s biggest winners. But now it's time for the next wave of this boom to take off.

3 Politicians Who Own Meta Platforms Stock as TikTok Ban Passes

These politicians owning Meta stock were instrumental in bringing TikTok legislation forward and stand to benefit from its demise.