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: Bank of America Corp (BAC), Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (ARNA) and Fogo De Chao Inc (FOGO)

Bank of America (BAC) anxiously awaits a Fed decision on Wednesday, Arena Pharmaceuticals (ARNA) rockets higher and Fogo de Chao (FOGO) carves out some gains.

Oil Continues to Bring Uncertainty to the S&P 500 and Other Markets

Despite a rate hike basically being a certainty, the S&P 500 may still be looking at oil prices for more of its movement.

Trade of the Day: Nucor Corporation (NUE) Stock Still Looking Strong

With plenty of tailwinds continuing to build for Nucor Corporation, NUE stock looks like it is prepping for more gains.

Stocks Weaken Ahead of Fed Rate Hike

A hawkish turn by the Fed would reverse the long standing assumption our central bank would be dovish always and everywhere.

Why Snap Inc (SNAP), Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) and Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (ADR) (PBR) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX), Snap (SNAP) and Petrobras (PBR) used more than their fair share of red ink on Tuesday, but for understandable reasons.

3 Big Stock Charts for Tuesday: Seagate Technology PLC (STX), American Airlines Group Inc (AAL) and SBA Communications Corporation (SBAC)

American Airlines (AAL), Seagate Technology (STX) and SBA Communications (SBAC) shares are experiencing short-term selling as they work their way out of technically oversold positions.

3 Stocks to Watch on Tuesday: Ruby Tuesday, Inc. (RT), Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) and Moneygram International Inc (MGI)

Ruby Tuesday (RT) considers a sale, Bill Ackman sells his Valeant (VRX) shares and Euronet makes a cash bid for MoneyGram (MGI) Tuesday.

Tuesday’s Vital Data: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Mobileye NV (MBLY) and Micron Technology, Inc. (MU)

Apple (AAPL) options jump on target hike, Mobileye (MBLY) surges on Intel (INTC) buyout and Micron (MU) calls spike ahead of earnings.

Potential Rate Hike, Blizzard Battle for Dominance of the S&P 500

The storm may keep the markets' response to the apparent rate hike muted, so you may need to watch the S&P 500 further out.

Trade of the Day: Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) Stock Aiming for $90

Eastman Chemical Company has been pressured by profit taking, but EMN stock is going to make a move upward soon.

Stocks Mixed Ahead of Fed Meeting

Dow gives back 22 pts, while Nasdaq gains 0.2% the S&P 500 adds 0.04% and the small-cap Russell 2000 adds 5 pts.

Why Frontier Communications Corp (FTR), J C Penney Company Inc (JCP) and United Continental Holdings (UAL) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

JCPenney (JCP), United Continental (UAL) and Frontier Communications (FTR) couldn't win for losing on Monday.

3 Big Stock Charts for Monday: Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA), Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) and Automatic Data Processing (ADP)

Alibiaba (BABA) and Automatic Data Processing (ADP) shares are setting for a breakout, while Exxon Mobil (XOM) stock continues to breakdown.

Monday’s Vital Data: Bank of America Corp (BAC), Snap Inc (SNAP) and Altria Group Inc (MO)

Bank of America (BAC) calls rise ahead of Fed policy meeting, Snap (SNAP) options put heavy on first trading day, Altria (MO) trades ex-dividend.

3 Stocks to Watch on Monday: Mobileye NV (MBLY), Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) and Boeing Co (BA)

Mobileye (MBLY) is getting swallowed by Intel (INTC), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is added to the S&P 500 and Boeing (BA) re-ups with South Korea.

The Russell 2000 Is Diverging from the Mid-Caps — Time to Worry?

The Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) isn't in serious trouble yet, but has dropped through the 50- and 20-day moving averages.

Trade of the Day: Microchip Technology Inc. (MCHP) Stock Has Made Its Run, For Now

Microchip Technology Inc. has made an impressive run since last fall -- it's time to take profits in MCHP stock.

Stocks Climb After Solid Jobs Report

In the end, the Dow Jones gained 0.2%, the S&P gained 0.3%, the Nasdaq added 0.4% and the Russell 2000 ended the day higher by 0.4%.

Why Finisar Corporation (FNSR), Zumiez Inc. (ZUMZ) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Owners of Zumiez (ZUMZ), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD) and Finisar (FNSR) couldn't wait for Friday's closing bell to ring.