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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Confidence in the U.S. Economy Is Growing

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Surveys from Gallup and John Hancock show rising confidence in U.S. economy among American consumers and investors, respectively.

A Dearth of Volatility Kicked off the New Year

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
The VIX is near a historical low and market movement has been uninspiring. This trend may be poised to continue.

How to Trade Friday’s Employment Report

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Options strategies to consider playing in the aftermath of Friday's employment report.

Silver’s Shine Is Returning

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The past couple months might have been the calm before silver's next storm. The question is: Which direction are the brewing storm winds blowing?

Financial News That Makes the World Go Around

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Oil and gas prices worldwide are moving the markets, along with some good news from the U.S. on statistical measures of the economy.

Nasdaq Holds Clue to Market’s Next Move

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
If the Nasdaq can close higher today, a new leg up will have begun.

Coke Ousts Pepsi at Dunkin’ Donuts

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Dunkin' Donuts (DNKN) will replace Pepsi drinks at its Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins shops across the U.S. this spring.

Q2’s Eurozone Member to Watch: Spain

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
After the hemming and hawing of Greece dominated Q1, Spain and its debt problems are at the forefront of the eurozone's Q2 news.

Quarter Trends: The Bump Is at the Beginning

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
The financial media have it exactly wrong when it comes to quarter-end trends.

Gold’s Ready to Shine in Q2, If …

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
After a bustling two months, gold struggled in March but still finished up in Q1. Now, if gold can clear a few hurdles, it can reach this higher mark.

Worried About Inflation? I’m Not!

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
Loose monetary policy does not appear to be tweaking inflation rates, and investors may want to make sure they are positioned for the results that lie ahead.

How Far Will This Bull Take the S&P 500?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
This powerful bull market may exceed the targets of even the most optimistic technicians.

A Less Certain Second Quarter Ahead

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
After a roaring Q1, a sell-off or sideways trading is a likely prospect. The key, as always, is to be properly allocated for either risk-on or risk-off trading.

Where to Look for Your Next Buying Opportunity

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
If the S&P 500 fails to make another new high, look for a pullback to support at 1,375.

3 Ways to Play the Secret Chinese ‘Coup’

By Keith Fitz-Gerald
The ruling Chinese government is undergoing a shadow "coup" with power plays happening daily. Here are three stocks to play that can work in your favor.

2 Investments That Break Away From the Herd

By Richard Band
It's possible that too much money is now flowing into too few big company names. But look beyond that herd mentality to possible breakouts in the oil sector.

Real Estate Investing: Do It Now!

By Ethan Roberts, InvestorPlace Contributor
Despite a weak overall market, investing to rent is a solid option. Depressed prices, low interest rates and strong demand for rentals are a great combo.

Who Suffers If U.S. Exports to China Falter?

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
U.S. exports to China broke the $100B mark in 2011, but a "hard landing" could snuff the party. Here's a look at companies that could get hit if exports decline.

A Hot Quarter for Energy

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
The first quarter of 2012 saw many big developments, especially in oil, and the second quarter will, too. Here's what's fueling the energy market.
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