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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Recession vs. Rate Cut: What Does the March Jobs Report Means for Stocks?

The March jobs report has stunned Wall Street. The U.S. economy added 303,000 jobs in March, crushing chances of a near-term rate cut.

Joe Biden Is Right. Why Investors Should Embrace a Strong Economy in 2024.

Investors can relax. The Joe Biden economy is strong and still making progress, regardless of what Donald Trump says.

DJT Stock Alert: Trump Shakes Confidence in Truth Social

Trump Media continues to generate plenty of buzz, but most of the recent discussion around DJT stock has been about how low it can go.

TSLA Stock Alert: Tesla Falls on Reports Elon Musk Is Scrapping Cheap EVs

News that Tesla has scrapped its Model 2 program is sending shares of TSLA stock lower by more than 3% today.

OCGN Stock Alert: Why Is Ocugen Up 20% Today?

With Ocugen receiving a green light to move ahead with a key retinal therapeutic, OCGN stock jumped on the positive implications.

Why Is 22nd Century Group (XXII) Stock Up 100% Today?

Although shares of 22nd Century Group are doubling off a compelling contract manufacturing catalyst, XXII stock remains highly risky.

From Selloff to Stock Market Crash: What Investors Need to Watch

Wall Street is abuzz over the potential of a stock market crash after Thursday's spontaneous drop in the last few hours of trade.

KBW Just Raised Its Price Target on SoFi (SOFI) Stock

SOFI stock is moving higher after Keefe, Bruyette & Woods raised its price target to $7.50 from $6.50 with a "market perform" rating.

GME Stock Alert: GameStop COO Nir Patel Steps Down

GameStop's COO is stepping down and shares are dropping. Here's why investors should tread carefully around GME stock.

Why Meta Platforms (META) Stock Just Hit an All-Time High

Meta Platforms stock is on the rise Friday following praise from analysts that resulted in the company's shares reaching a new all-time high.

TDOC Stock Is Down 95% Since 2021. Now the Teladoc CEO Is Leaving.

Teladoc stock is a hot topic on Friday as investors in TDOC shares learn of the company's CEO departing and a search for a replacement.

Why Is HUB Cyber Security (HUBC) Stock Up 55% Today?

Hub Cyber Security stock is heading higher on Friday with heavy trading of HUBC stock after the company announced new financing.

Why Is GCT Semiconductor (GCTS) Stock Up 60% Today?

GCT Semiconductor stock is taking off on Friday with heavy trading of GCTS after the company announced a deal with Aramco.

Nio Eyes Expanding Battery Swap Program to Supercharge NIO Stock

NIO stock is in focus on news that Nio has partnered with at least four automakers since November for its battery swapping program.

Wells Fargo Is Pounding the Table on Cinemark (CNK) Stock

Cinemark stock is up on Friday following a double upgrade and increased price target from Wells Fargo analysts for CNK shares.

Apple Layoffs 2024: What to Know About the Latest AAPL Job Cuts

The news of Apple undergoing layoffs has the full attention of investors today. About 600 employees are expected to be affected.

BTIG Just MASSIVELY Raised Its Price Target on MicroStrategy (MSTR) Stock

MicroStrategy stock is up on Friday after shares of MSTR got an increased price target from BTIG analysts and a buy rating.

SWAV Stock Alert: Shockwave Medical Lands Big Buyer in Johnson & Johnson

JNJ is building a suite of heart disease treatment devices and hopes integration can help it avoid a patent cliff.

CTNM Stock: 7 Things to Know as Contineum Therapeutics Starts Trading Today

Contineum Therapeutics stock is getting ready to start trading on Friday with plans for a $110 million IPO for shares of CTNM.