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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Shop for Bargains in the Russell 2000

Small-caps in the Russell 2000 stand to gain the most from the proposed tax plan and are a good place to put some money now.

Trade of the Day: Photronics, Inc (PLAB) Stock Looking for Double-Digit Gains

Photronics has its fingers in a lot of important pies, and investors in PLAB stock could be seeing 17%-plus gains by year's end.

Major Indices Sell Off as Trump Unveils Tax Plan

Stocks have gained trillions in anticipation of Trump's tax plan. Without specifics, patience is wearing thin.

Why Cree, Inc. (CREE), Dr Pepper Snapple Group Inc. (DPS) and Seagate Technology PLC (STX) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Hump-day was miserable for Seagate Technology (STX), Cree (CREE) and Dr Pepper Snapple (DPS) shareholders.

3 Big Stock Charts for Wednesday: Seagate Technology PLC (STX), Twitter Inc (TWTR) and United States Steel Corporation (X)

Twitter (TWTR) stock is surging on positive earnings results, while U.S. Steel (X) and Seagate (STX), are on the decline this morning.

Twitter Inc (TWTR) Stock Has a Chance With New Live-Streaming Emphasis

Twitter (TWTR) made a profit on a non-GAAP basis in the first quarter, and is focusing on video. Here's what's going on with TWTR stock.

Why Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Is a Likely Short After Earnings

Microsoft's (MSFT) Q3 earnings report, due out Thursday, should be a "show and tell" event. Prepare to pounce on MSFT stock in the aftermath.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Twitter Inc (TWTR), Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) and United States Steel Corporation (X)

Twitter (TWTR) is popping on a big earnings beat, while Chipotle (CMG) continues its turnaround. U.S. Steel (X) is getting gashed, however.

The Nasdaq Blasts Through 6,000 to New Highs

It looks like the road may continue to climb for investors -- put that cash you've been accumulating to good use now.

Trade of the Day: Microchip Technology Inc. (MCHP) Stock Ready to Surge Further

After two months of consolidation, Microchip Technology looks ready to head toward $85. Time to consider MCHP stock.

Nasdaq Breaches 6,000 on French Election Results

In the end, the Dow Jones gained 1.1%, the S&P 500 gained 0.6%, the Nasdaq gained 0.7% and the Russell 2000 gained 0.9%.

Why AK Steel Holding Corporation (AKS), Barrick Gold Corp (USA) (ABX) and Express Scripts Holding Company (ESRX) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Express Scripts (ESRX), AK Steel (AKS) and Barrick Gold (ABX) couldn't jump on board Tuesday's bullish train.

3 Big Stock Charts for Tuesday: Intel Corporation (INTC), Sysco Corporation (SYY) and Raytheon Company (RTN)

Volatility breakouts and technical support are putting shares of Intel (INTC), Raytheon (RTN) and Sysco (SYY) on our short-term bullish screen as these market laggards look ready to turn into leaders.

Tuesday’s Vital Data: Bank of America Corp (BAC), Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) and Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)

Bank of America (BAC) call options spike on France relief rally, while Microsoft (MSFT) and Starbucks (SBUX) attract heavy earnings speculation.

3 Stocks to Watch on Tuesday: Alcoa Corp (AA), Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) and Express Scripts Holding Company (ESRX)

Caterpillar (CAT) and Alcoa (AA) are making big moves thanks to Street-beating reports, but Express Scripts (ESRX) is hurtling lower.

Is the S&P 500’s Breakout a Fake-Out?

Investors in the S&P 500 were moving into riskier assets and out of gold and bonds, but how long will the trend last?

Trade of the Day: SunTrust Banks, Inc. (STI) Stock Is a Golden Investment

SunTrust Banks currently looks like it will do right by your money, making STI stock a stellar buy or trade.

Nasdaq Hits Record High on French Election Results

In the end, the Dow Jones gained 1.1%, the S&P 500 gained 1.1%, the Nasdaq gained 1.2% and the Russell 2000 gained 1.3%.

Why Wayfair Inc (W), Sprouts Farmers Market Inc (SFM) and Becton Dickinson and Co (BDX) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Becton Dickinson (BDX), Wayfair (W) and Sprouts Farmers Market (SFM) shareholders were wishing the weekend had lasted one day longer.