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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Friday’s Vital Data: AT&T Inc. (T), Citigroup Inc (C) and Snap Inc (SNAP)

Put options rise as analysts scrutinize AT&T (T) subscriber losses, Citigroup (C) calls up despite consumer credit issues and Snap (SNAP) analysts bullish.

Selling Pressure Starting to Weigh on the Markets

The tone in the air seems to have changed over the last 24 hours, with Q3 earnings revealing some uncomfortable truths.

Trade of the Day: Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT) Stock Is a Tale of Two Timeframes

WMT stock is a tale of two time-frames; in the near-term Walmart is overbought while into year-end it could have plenty further upside.

3 Stocks to Watch on Friday: Baxter International Inc (BAX), Exfo Inc (EXFO) and Spark Therapeutics Inc (ONCE)

Baxter International (BAX) outlook down, Exfo (EXFO) earnings impress and Spark Therapeutics' (ONCE) blindness drug may be approved.

3 Big Stock Charts for Thursday: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD), Fitbit Inc (FIT) and Nvidia Corporation (NVDA)

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Fitbit (FIT) and Nvidia (NVDA) are remaining strong, despite the migration of cash that has been happening from technology stocks into the financial sector.

Thursday’s Vital Data: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Kroger Co (KR) and AT&T Inc. (T)

Apple (AAPL) options rose despite poor Mac sales. Kroger (KR) puts gain popularity on store sales news, while AT&T (T) issued a Q3 warning.

Bank Stocks Soaring As We Enter Earnings Season

S&P 500 and Dow Jones stocks saw a boost today after the Federal Reserve signaled that it will raise rates in December.

Trade of the Day: McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Is Sizzling Again

Given its posture, into year-end MCD stock could be a source of another round of profits for traders and investors.

3 Stocks to Watch on Thursday: Blackhawk Network Holdings Inc (HAWK), J.Jill Inc (JILL) and Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR)

Blackhawk Network (HAWK), J.Jill (JILL) and Juniper Networks (JNPR) all slashed their guidance after the bell Wednesday, sending shares down.

3 Big Stock Charts for Wednesday: Wayfair Inc (W), FireEye Inc (FEYE) and Ulta Beauty Inc (ULTA)

Wayfair, FireEye and Ulta Beauty shares buck the bull market trend as traders sell. Buy the weakness in FEYE, but avoid W and ULTA stock.

Wednesday’s Vital Data: Nvidia Corporation (NVDA), Tesla Inc (TSLA) and Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT)

Nvidia (NVDA) options spike on Level 5 AI driving chip, Tesla (TSLA) price target boosted and WalMart (WMT) sees 40% jump in online sales.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Barracuda Networks Inc (CUDA), Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) and VOXX International Corp (VOXX)

Barracuda Networks (CUDA) and VOXX International (VOXX) reported earnings late Tuesday, while Micron (MU) will sell $1 billion in stock.

U.S. Dollar Drifting Lower as Trump Tax Hopes Dim

Worries about the tax plan's cost and heavier benefit to the rich may have it stalled out already as volume in the markets weakens.

Trade of the Day: Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) Stock Worked Like a Charm

VLO stock despite the recent sharp breakout rally, barring a big bearish reversal in the energy sector, looks to have plenty more upside.

3 Big Stock Charts for Tuesday: Domino’s Pizza, Inc. (DPZ), PNC Financial Services Group Inc (PNC) and Citigroup Inc (C)

Citigroup (C), PNC Financial (PNC) and Domino's Pizza (DPZ) have rallied into their earnings results. And each looks ready to move higher after earnings.

Tuesday’s Vital Data: General Electric Company (GE), Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA) and Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD)

General Electric (GE) options pop on leadership changes, Alibaba (BABA) surges on “Super September” and Advanced Micro (AMD) rumors drive speculation.

Earnings Season Uncertainty Weighs on Market Sentiment

U.S. equities melted lower on Monday despite two separate attempts by the bulls to push into the green as earnings season uncertainty sets in.

Trade of the Day: 2 Ways to Trade Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) Stock

COST stock just faced a two-day selloff, dipping the stock price back below even. Here's how to approach Costco.

3 Stocks to Watch on Tuesday: LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE(ADR) (LVMUY), PS Business Parks Inc (PSB) and Summit Hotel Properties Inc (INN)

LVMH (LVMUY) third-quarter sales top estimate, PS Business (PSB) expected to post earnings of $1.53 and Summit Hotels (INN) to earn 33 cents.