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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Big Banks Are Taking Issue With Walmart? Cry Me a River

Big banks say that Walmart's financial services should be subject to regulation to protect consumers. What they're really concerned about is an opportunity they already passed on.

Previously Ignored Sector Exploding Higher

A breakout from a major cup-and-handle formation has drawn in buyers.

Should Investors Sweat the Market’s Reversal Day?

The first down day in six sessions has people asking if the big correction is finally here.

Is Global Growth Really Back on Track?

The rotation toward cyclical stocks would indicate that the global growth outlook is improving, but that's not the case. How long can cyclicals outpace defensive stocks if global growth continues to slow?

Don’t Look for a Meaningful Correction Anytime Soon

With few sellers, pullbacks should continue to be shallow. Get Sam Collins' take on the markets.

This Bull Should Charge Higher Until the Public Catches On

A powerful new buy signal has been issued, but the average investor is still afraid to go all in.

S&P 500 & the Dow: Stay the Trend Till It Ends

While instinct might have you cut ties from the S&P 500 and Dow Jones while they're still hovering around all-time highs, stick around -- both have a little juice left.

Index’s Runaway Gap Could Accelerate Its Advance

The Nasdaq's huge breakout appears to have come with a powerful technical signal.

New Money Should Be Focused on This Sector

This group appears to have caught the attention of big-volume buyers.

How the Tiny Chickpea Is Beating Big Tobacco

As health becomes paramount and smoking less popular, farmers are replacing their tobacco crops with chickpeas -- the main ingredient in hummus.

Nasdaq’s Rally Is Exactly What the Bulls Needed

Buyers' focus may be shifting toward growth-oriented stocks.

‘Sell in May and Go Away’: The REAL Story

"Sell in May and go away" makes for a catchy headline, but the long-term average returns for the May-September period are deceptive. Find out how often it really pays to sell in May.

Get Aggressive on Small Caps’ Weakness

Buying into the Russell 2000's sell-off should reward investors with higher gains down the road.

Sell in May and Go Away? Our Experts Weigh In

Everyone's heard it by now: Investors should "sell in May and go away" ... right? Our panel of market veterans discuss seasonality and market performance -- here's what you need to know.

This Bull Is ‘the Real Deal’

Once the "sell in May" crowd exits the market, I expect stocks to continue the march north.

Can E-Cigarettes Relight Big Tobacco?

E-cigarettes are hailed by some as the potential savior of Big Tobacco, but it's possible they'll be unable to offset slowing cigarette sales ... or worse, they might speed up tobacco's long-term decline.

Have We Seen a Bottom in China Stocks?

Chinese equities have seen more than their fair share of volatility in the past few years. But now it appears that investors have found a taste for China again.

Selling in May Could be a Bad Strategy This Year

With the major indices inching to new highs, a correction may not occur until mid-summer.

Retailers’ Q1 Earnings Don’t Imply the Consumer Is Dead

Make no mistake: There's plenty of consumer spending to go around. But investors shouldn't shotgun-blast the retail sector and hope for the best.