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: Fossil Group Inc (FOSL), LendingClub Corp (LC) and Take Two Interactive Software Inc (TTWO)

Fossil Group (FOSL), LendingClub (LC) and Take Two Interactive Software (TTWO) all posted their quarterly earnings after hours yesterday.

3 Big Stock Charts for Tuesday: Amazon.com, Inc., Fitbit Inc and GoPro Inc

Amazon (AMZN) shares continue to lift the technology bar, while Fitbit (FIT) and GoPro (GPRO) are sliding below their technical bars.

Tuesday’s Vital Data: Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA), Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd (ADR) (TEVA) and Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX)

Alibaba (BABA) options jump on target hike, Teva (TEVA) put options pile despite billionaire stake interest and Valeant (VRX) divests Sprout.

Strength in Energy Prices Raising Expectations in the Sector

The S&P 500 is now within seven points of Goldman Sachs' 2019 end-of-year target as M&A activity heats up and the price of oil surges.

Trade of the Day: Transocean LTD Is One Gusher of an Energy Stock

You can bet on Transocean as a way to profit from further strength in energy stocks, as well as RIG stock itself.

3 Stocks to Watch on Tuesday: FMC Corp (FMC), Microchip Technology Inc. (MCHP) and TrueCar Inc (TRUE)

FMC (FMC), Microchip Technology (MCHP) and TrueCar (TRUE) all saw their stocks decline after the companies posted their quarterly results.

Monday’s Vital Data: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Qualcomm, Inc. (QCOM) and Tesla Inc (TSLA)

Apple (AAPL) options up as non-iPhone sales spike, Broadcom bids $130 billion for Qualcomm (QCOM), Tesla (TSLA) faces production hell.

3 Big Stock Charts for Monday: Apple Inc., General Electric Company and Tesla Inc

The charts for Tesla, General Electric and Apple look ripe for dip-buyers, but not all three are keepers for the long term.

Stock Selectivity Looks Set to Increase in the S&P 500

Stocks could continue to hold a bid into year-end, but selectivity and volatility is likely to increase in the S&P 500 from here on forward.

Trade of the Day: First Solar, Inc. Is Reaching for the Stars

FSLR stock has rallied meaningfully so far in 2017 yet in the bigger picture, First Solar's rally may just be starting.

3 Stocks to Watch on Monday: Altice USA Inc (ATUS), QUALCOMM, Inc. (QCOM) and Sprint Corp (S)

Altice USA (ATUS) inks deal with Sprint (S), Qualcomm (QCOM) may be subject of a takeover and Sprint (S) drops T-Mobile (TMUS) merger talks

3 Stocks to Watch on Friday: American International Group Inc, CBS Corporation and Sprint Corp

American International Group and CBS posted their earnings data, while Sprint looks to salvage its T-Mobile merger.

Markets Are Hitting an Extreme Not Seen in Years

It's hard keeping track of just how extreme the current situation is as sentiment is off the charts and breadth narrows badly.

Trade of the Day: Bank of America Corp Nears a Breakout

Active investors and traders could look to buy Bank of America shares around current levels in the mid- to high $27s for a next upside target at $29.

Thursday’s Vital Data: Facebook Inc (FB), Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA) and United States Steel Corporation (X)

Facebook (FB) and Alibaba (BABA) call options gain popularity ahead of earnings while U.S. Steel (X) options traders cheer earnings beat.

The Treasury Market Is Sending Warning Flags

While stocks are in their own world, the Treasury market is sending a negative signal as mid-term yields rise and long-term yields stagnate.

Trade of the Day: I Like Tesla Inc at the Following Levels

The pullback in TSLA stock has resulted in a souring investor mood in the stock. Yet, therein might just lie the best opportunity in Tesla.

Markets Keeping Their Eyes on the Coming Tax Plan

U.S. equities rebounded on Tuesday, but ended well off of their best levels as the upcoming FOMC meeting and tax plan come into focus.

Trade of the Day: Caution Is Warranted in United Parcel Service, Inc.

In the near-term UPS stock is beginning to show some cracks. United Parcel Service traders and investors alike should be aware of it.