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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3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Nordstrom, Inc. (JWN), United Continental Holdings Inc (UAL) and WD-40 Company (WDFC)

Nordstrom (JWN) holiday sales up 2.5%, United Airlines (UAL) consolidated traffic rose 2.7% and WD-40 (WDFC) earnings topped expectations.

Stocks Set for Record Run as Risks Multiply

Stocks are set to keep running higher, but that doesn't mean all the risks have disappeared. Here's what investors need to know.

The Biggest Challenge for Stocks in 2018 Is Living Up to 2017

Stocks in general have had an excellent run the past few years, but this has some investors proceeding with caution, and rightfully so.

3 Big Stock Charts: Boeing, Electronic Arts and FireEye

Boeing stock is breaking into another rally, but Electronic Arts and FireEye are seeing their trends worsen.

Tuesday’s Vital Data: Facebook Inc (FB), Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) and Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)

Facebook (FB) option up on pair of bullish comments, Nvidia (NVDA) signs AI car deal and Alibaba (BABA) expands China grocery strategy.

Stocks Set for a Record Run as Risks Multiply 

Analysts say it looks like stocks could be headed for a 'melt-up' scenario.

Trade of the Day: Under Armour Inc Is Rising From the Ashes

UAA stock so far has seen a feeble bounce that however does have some promising aspects to it for traders could take advantage of.

3 Stocks to Watch on Tuesday: A Schulman Inc, Allergan plc and Urban Outfitters, Inc.

A Schulman (SHLM) updated its guidance, Allergan (AGN) unveils revenue expectations and Urban Outfitters (URBN) comps rise 2% during holidays.

Monday’s Vital Data: Apple, Micron and General Electric

Apple (AAPL) options rise ahead of a rough weekend, Micron (MU) rallies on “neutral to good” NAND trends. Is GE (GE) stock a top 2018 pick?

3 Stocks to Watch on Monday: Celgene, LG Display and Takata Corp

Celgene (CELG) nears acquisition of Biomedicines, LG Display (ADR) (LPL) rolls out a foldable OLED TV and Takata (TKTDQ) recalls airbags.

The Honeymoon Is Over for the Stock Market

After last week's epic early January rally, I suspect things will get a little trickier in coming weeks as earnings season is on tap.

Trade of the Day: The Corrective Period in Square Inc Stock May Be Over

Last week's strong rally in SQ stock followed a six-week consolidation phase, and now Square bulls look firmly in charge.

3 Stocks to Watch on Friday: PriceSmart, Sears and Sonic

PriceSmart's (PSMT) earnings fall year-over-year, Sears (SHLD) shutters 103 stores and Sonic (SONC) tops analyst expectations.

Dow Jones Surges Past 25,000 for the First Time

The New Year's surge continued on Thursday with the Dow Jones Industrial Average crossing over the 25,000 level for the first time.

Trade of the Day: UnitedHealth Group Is Waving Down the Bulls

So far in January, UnitedHealth stock has lagged the healthcare rally but UNH looks increasingly giddy for a breakout.

Thursday’s Vital Data: Intel, Nvidia and Cisco

Intel (INTC) options spike on chip exploit, Nvidia (NVDA) rises on Intel misfortune, Cisco Systems (CSCO) gets ready to dole out some cash.

Cryptocurrencies Continue to Roar

Stocks continued their 2018 rally on Wednesday, pushing to new highs despite the release of the latest Federal Reserve meeting minutes pointing to some policy confusion by officials.

Trade of the Day: Micron Technology, Inc. Could Be the Next Breakout

Through a multiweek/month lens a next leg higher in MU stock and other semiconductor stocks may just be getting underway.

3 Stocks to Watch on Thursday: Intel Corporation (INTC), Rite Aid Corporation (RAD) and Zumiez Inc. (ZUMZ)

An Intel (INTC) product may have a chip flaw, Rite Aid (RAD) reports on its quarterly earnings and Zumiez (ZUMZ) posts improvement in sales.