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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Trade of the Day: The Plan for Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Stock After Earnings

GOOGL stock is implied to move about 4%-4.5% after the earnings report. Here's what I am looking for in a high-probability Alphabet trade.

Why Snap Inc (SNAP), Groupon Inc (GRPN) and Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (HBAN) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Groupon (GRPN), Huntington Bancshares (HBAN) and Snap (SNAP) shareholders won't be starting the weekend out in a great mood.

Dow Jones Weighed Down by General Electric Earnings Disappointment

General Electrics took a dive that brought down the Dow Jones Industrial Average with it. Here's the tale of the tape on Friday:

3 Big Stock Charts for Friday: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Baidu Inc (ADR) (BIDU) and Anheuser Busch Inbev NV (ADR) (BUD)

Apple (AAPL), Anheuser Busch (BUD) and Baidu (BIDU) are prepared for some short-term selling according to this indicator.

Friday’s Vital Data: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), Qualcomm, Inc. (QCOM) and Twitter Inc (TWTR)

Microsoft (MSFT) call options pop ahead of earnings, Qualcomm (QCOM) pinched by Apple dispute and Twitter (TWTR) video ads are taking off.

3 Stocks to Watch on Friday: eBay Inc (EBAY), Visa Inc (V) and Capital One Financial Corp. (COF)

Visa (V) and Capital One (COF) are rising Friday thanks to strong earnings, but red-hot eBay (EBAY) is cooling off on cautious guidance.

Political Uncertainty Is Keeping a Lid on the Markets

Special Council Robert Mueller is looking into Trump's transactions concerning Russian/election interference. Trump's agenda is in trouble.

Trade of the Day: Facebook Inc (FB) Stock Is a Short-Term Short

Just in time for the July 26 earnings report, FB stock is trading at a similar technical juncture where Facebook has struggled to push higher from in the past.

Why Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG), Qualcomm, Inc. (QCOM) and Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (LOW) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

QUALCOMM, (QCOM), Lowe's Companies (LOW) and Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) each used more than their fair share of red ink on Thursday.

3 Big Stock Charts for Thursday: Tripadvisor Inc (TRIP), Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc (REGN) and Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)

Tripadvisor (TRIP), Lam Research (LRCX) and Regeneron REGN) all made one-day moves that confirmed that higher prices are likely over the next 2-3 months.

3 Stocks to Watch on Thursday: T-Mobile US Inc (TMUS), American Express Company (AXP) and PTC Inc (PTC)

T-Mobile US (TMUS) got a booster shot from earnings Thursday, but American Express (AXP) and PTC (PTC) weren't as fortunate.

Energy Sector Seems to Be Showing Signs of Life

It's hard to find significant headwinds for stocks right now, which should prolong gains in the markets, and tech stocks still look strong.

Trade of the Day: CSX Corporation (CSX) Stock Is Flashing a Warning

CSX stock tripped after earnings, but this price action is bringing about new opportunities for traders and active investors.

Why CSX Corporation (CSX), W W Grainger Inc (GWW) and United Continental Holdings Inc (UAL) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

W W Grainger (GWW), United Continental (UAL) and CSX Corporation (CSX) shareholders couldn't wait for Wednesday's closing bell to ring.

3 Big Stock Charts for Wednesday: International Business Machines Corp. (IBM), Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) and Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)

IBM and Goldman Sachs (GS) are struggling, while Netflix (NFLX) shares surged on a blockbuster outlook. Here are the details.

Wednesday’s Vital Data: Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA), Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) and Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)

China ecommerce boosts Alibaba (BABA), Amazon (AMZN) launches Spark social media service and Microsoft (MSFT) options up ahead of earnings.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX), CSX Corporation (CSX) and International Business Machines Corp. (IBM)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) soars on cystic fibrosis treatment data, CSX Corporation (CSX) falls on a restructuring charge and International Business Machines (IBM) refuses to grow.

Could Trumpcare’s Failure Break the Bulls?

The markets have been largely positive since Election Day, but optimistic forecasts for President Trump domestically are starting to falter.

Trade of the Day: F5 Networks, Inc. (FFIV) Stock Leaves the Bears Behind

FFIV stock has struggled year to date but recently rejected the bears' most recent selling attempt, giving F5 bulls renewed hope for a rally.