Today's Market

Why are stocks up (or down) and what does the latest Nvidia news mean? Today’s Market will answer those questions and keep you informed about big stock market movers. We’ll also tell you about the latest Fed moves, what stocks Warren Buffett is buying, and which stocks look primed for a short squeeze. Today’s Market is the perfect pairing of InvestorPlace’s expert financial advice and critical stock and crypto news.

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What Lies Ahead for Markets Moving Towards 2014

Economic signs heading into 2014 suggest smooth sailing in the markets, but there are signals you need to keep tabs on, in particular the 10-year Treasury.

Investors’ End-of-Year Focus Should be on Blue Chips

With only three sessions to go in the year, that is where the smart money appears to be headed.

Don’t Be Afraid of New Market Highs

Investors are cautious as they see the markets moving higher and higher. My market outlook is the momentum is headed higher, and here is why...

Don’t Get Shaken Out by Profit-Taking

Lighter holiday volume could cause greater volatility.

Market Not Overbought Despite Big Gains

Buy quality stocks on any pullback, but don't chase.

Technological Miracles Will Keep Generating Profits and Jobs

Invention and innovation is what drives market, and in turn stocks. The trend will continue as we look to new technologies that power jobs, profit and markets

3 Market Predictions for 2014: America, Europe and Bonds

What to expect in 2014: lower bond yields, a continued stock market rally, and leadership from European stocks and emerging market stocks

Transports Have Not Yet Confirmed Dow’s Breakout

However bullish the industrials, the transports must break to a new high in order to confirm a Dow Theory buy signal.

Why Dividend Stocks Could Bounce Off the Mat in 2014

Higher-yielding dividend stocks lagged in 2013, but income plays could revive in the year ahead now that the Fed has finally started tapering.

Jump Aboard Santa’s Sleigh Now

There could be a round of profit-taking, but it appears the Santa Rally has begun.

We Are in a Bull Market – Accept It!

It seems that many investors and traders are on the wrong track.

4 Big-Name Stocks Restore a Bullish Tone

Markets were looking for bullish signs ahead of the Fed meetings, and they got them with dividend hikes and forward guidance from 4 blue-chip giants.

Investors Moving to the Sidelines at Exactly the Wrong Time

Fear is causing people to pull out just as the market is gaining better technical footing.

CSCO – Cisco Stock Sucks, But It’s Not a Canary in the Coalmine

The bad news? Cisco stock still look weak. The good news? CSCO may not be a leading indicator for other tech stocks this time around.

The Taper Is Coming: Top 3 Ways to Play Fed Tapering

Wall Street analysts are expecting the Fed to begin tapering its monthly bond-buying program. Here are 3 ways to play the market during tapering.

For American Retailers, China Isn’t “Business as Usual”

American retailers with stores in China can must recognize these three aspects of China's consumer market if they want to survive.

If 1,775 Support Fails, Watch This Zone

The S&P 500 closed on this important support line twice, but 1,729-1,762 support should halt the bears.

A Return to Fed Watching for Signs of ‘Tapering’

All eyes are on the Fed, and that won't change heading into the New Year, as investors wait to see how the Fed's "taper" will effect the markets.

Silver Outlook 2014 – Expect More Tarnish

Despite solid real demand for silver in 2013, prices still tanked. So why would silver investors expect 2014's prices to be any stronger?