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: Cummins Inc. (CMI) Stock Rising on Infrastructure Plans

With Trump's plans to expand infrastructure spending, Cummins is positioned to benefit, and CMI stock is positioned to keep rising.

General Motors Company (GM) Denies Emissions-Cheating Allegations

General Motors Company (GM) is the latest car maker to stand accused of cheating on emissions tests.

Staples, Inc. (SPLS) Stock Pops Amid Private Equity Takeover Talk

Staples, Inc. (SPLS) may be in play a year after a proposed merger was blocked on anti-competitive concerns.

Nasdaq, S&P 500 Close at All-Time Highs

The Dow Jones closed up 0.3%, the S&P 500 added 0.4% and the Nasdaq finished with a 0.7% gain, closing Thursday at an all-time high.

Why Hormel Foods Corp (HRL), Marathon Oil Corporation (MRO) and HP Inc (HPQ) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

HP (HPQ), Marathon Oil (MRO) and Hormel Foods (HRL) were all left out of Thursday's rally, albeit for understandable reasons.

Thursday’s Vital Data: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Facebook Inc (FB) and Nvidia Corporation (NVDA)

Apple (AAPL) options call on India, Facebook (FB) inks video content deals and Softbank increases Nvidia (NVDA) stake to $4 billion.

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD) Q2 Earnings Jump 22% Fueled by Strong Retail and Investment Banking

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD) Q2 earnings showed how the bank is benefiting from record personal checking account balances and strong growth in commercial banking.

Complacency Still Plagues the S&P 500

It's not clear where the fear is coming from, exactly, but there is plenty of it keeping the S&P 500 from making bigger runs.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (WSM) 1Q Showing Stokes Shares and Investor Interest

Luxury housewares retailer Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (WSM) delivered a better-than-expected first quarter.

Trade of the Day: Toll Brothers Inc (TOL) Stock Looking Strong

If you're looking to get into TOL stock, this may be the opportunity for you, as Toll Brothers may be targeting 18% gains.

S&P 500 Closes at Record High Amid Fed Minutes

The Dow Jones wafted up 0.4%, the S&P added 0.25% and the Nasdaq gained 0.4% as Fed minutes signalled a leaner balance sheet and rate hike.

Why Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (LOW), Chico’s FAS, Inc. (CHS) and Tiffany & Co. (TIF) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Tiffany (TIF), Lowe's Companies (LOW) and Chico's FAS (CHS) shareholders couldn't wait for Wednesday's trading to come to a close.

3 Big Stock Charts for Wednesday: Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK), General Electric Company (GE) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM)

General Electric (GE) and JP Morgan (JPM) are flashing warning signs, while Chesapeake Energy (CHK) looks to move higher.

Tennis Star Serena Williams and Intuit Inc. (INTU) CEO Join SurveyMonkey Board

Wimbledon champ Serena Williams and Intuit (INTU) CEO Brad Smith are joining the board of online survey platform SurveyMonkey.

Wednesday’s Vital Data: Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (LOW), United States Steel Corporation (X) and Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD)

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) denies Intel deal, Lowe’s (LOW) misses earnings and U.S. Steel (X) options rise on potential imports ruling.

The S&P 500 Continues its Lethargic Upward Haul

As the indexes keep crawling higher, continue to exercise caution when scanning the S&P 500 and others for bargains.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Intuit Inc. (INTU), Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (LOW) and Tiffany & Co. (TIF)

QuickBooks parent Intuit (INTU) is soaring Wednesday on a quarterly beat, but Lowe's (LOW) and Tiffany & Co. (TIF) aren't so fortunate.

Trade of the Day: KLA Tencor Corp (KLAC) Stock Targeting Another Leg Up

As the need for semiconductors grows, so does KLA Tencor's potential, making KLAC stock a smart buy right now.

Seadrill Ltd (SDRL) Jumps On Q1 Earnings Beat and New CEO Appointment

Seadrill Ltd (SDRL) again warned of a possible bankruptcy while announcing an earnings beat and a new CEO.